Maria Fernanda Soares

Practice Areas

Partner in infrastructure and energy, oil and gas, contracts and complex negotiations, public and regulatory law

Career

Maria Fernanda is specialist in infrastructure projects, especially in the O&G industry. Her practice is mainly focused on clients interested in the development of natural gas projects, being actively engaged in the discussions and developments related to the opening of Brazilian gas market, involving both private companies and public authorities. Her experience includes legal assistance for the structuring, negotiation, review and implementation of projects and transactions, as well as assistance with regulatory matters involving the agents of such industry. In addition, her expertise in maritime law is also synergic and strategic for the needs of the offshore industry.

Professional Memberships

Ordem dos Advogados do Brasil

IBA – International Bar Association

Member of the Maritime and Transport Law Committee of IBA

Member of WISTA – Woman’s International Shipping and Trading Association.