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Maurício Teixeira dos Santos

Maurício Teixeira dos Santos

Brazil 2026

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Ranked in 5 practice areas

About

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Brazil: Regions

Practice Areas

Banking & Finance, Contracts and Project Development, Energy, ESG & Impact, Infrastructure and Project Finance, Public Law and Telecommunications

Career

Maurício represents financial institutions, companies, investment funds, multilateral institutions, and other investors in structured and project financing, infrastructure project development, mergers & acquisitions, financial transactions and regulatory matters and debt restructurings. His ESG & Impact services focus on sustainable finance, energy transition, and governance.

His practice spans industries such as energy, water & sanitation, digital telecom, oil & gas, financial services and infrastructure in general. Recognized as a market leader, he stands out for integrating legal strategy with business vision, delivering innovative, practical, and client-focused solutions. His ability to handle multijurisdictional challenges, combining deep legal expertise with sharp business insights, is frequently praised by clients.

He was an international associate at a major New York law firm from 2000 to 2001.

Professional Memberships

Member of the Banking and Finance Commissions in IBRADEMP

Member of the Capital Markets Committee of the Brazilian Bar Association/Rio de Janeiro Chapter (“OAB/RJ”)

Publications

Author of the article “Financing and Investment in Infrastructure in Brazil” published in the book “Brazilian Commercial Law: A Practical Guide” (2015)

Personal

Bacharel em Direito – Universidade do Estado de São Paulo (USP)

Mestre em Direito – Universidade de Tübingen

Global Executive MBA – INSEAD (France/Singapore)

Languages Spoken

English and German

Brazil: Transactional

Practice Areas

Banking & Finance, Contracts and Project Development, Energy, ESG & Impact, Infrastructure and Project Finance, Public Law and Telecommunications

Career

Maurício represents financial institutions, companies, investment funds, multilateral institutions, and other investors in structured and project financing, infrastructure project development, mergers & acquisitions, financial transactions and regulatory matters and debt restructurings. His ESG & Impact services focus on sustainable finance, energy transition, and governance.

His practice spans industries such as energy, water & sanitation, digital telecom, oil & gas, financial services and infrastructure in general. Recognized as a market leader, he stands out for integrating legal strategy with business vision, delivering innovative, practical, and client-focused solutions. His ability to handle multijurisdictional challenges, combining deep legal expertise with sharp business insights, is frequently praised by clients.

He was an international associate at a major New York law firm from 2000 to 2001.

Professional Memberships

Member of the Banking and Finance Commissions in IBRADEMP

Member of the Capital Markets Committee of the Brazilian Bar Association/Rio de Janeiro Chapter (“OAB/RJ”)

Publications

Author of the article “Financing and Investment in Infrastructure in Brazil” published in the book “Brazilian Commercial Law: A Practical Guide” (2015)

Personal

Bacharel em Direito – Universidade do Estado de São Paulo (USP)

Mestre em Direito – Universidade de Tübingen

Global Executive MBA – INSEAD (France/Singapore)

Languages Spoken

English and German

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Chambers Brazil: Transactional

Project Development - Brazil

Band 2
Band 2

Individual Editorial
Maurício Teixeira dos Santos enjoys a solid reputation as a legal adviser on capital raises and structuring, as well as on the development of construction projects, including EPC contracts and memorandums of understanding. Additional capabilities include providing regulatory advice.

Banking & Finance: Regulatory - Brazil

Band 3
Band 3

Individual Editorial

Maurício Teixeira dos Santos is a well-regarded partner who has cultivated a solid practice advising clients on matters such as project financing and regulatory mandates.

Banking & Finance - Brazil

Band 4
Band 4

Individual Editorial

Maurício Teixeira dos Santos is a well-regarded partner who has cultivated a solid practice advising clients on matters such as project financing and regulatory mandates.

Chambers Brazil: Regions

Corporate/Commercial: Rio de Janeiro - Brazil

Band 3
Band 3

Individual Editorial

Maurício Teixeira dos Santos is well regarded by market observers as a noteworthy Rio de Janeiro-based partner on corporate mandates relating to banking, finance and projects.

Strengths

Provided by Chambers

  • Maurício is a highly skilled lawyer with a strong focus on oil and gas. He is also deeply involved in regulatory matters.

    Project DevelopmentChambers Brazil: Transactional
  • Maurício is a skilled lawyer with strong experience in energy projects.

    Project DevelopmentChambers Brazil: Transactional
  • Maurício Teixeira dos Santos is a well-established figure in the market and a recognised authority across all areas of his practice.

    Project DevelopmentChambers Brazil: Transactional
  • Maurício Teixeira dos Santos is a dedicated professional. He is always attentive, helpful and focused on finding solutions that balance our needs and budget.

    Banking & Finance: RegulatoryChambers Brazil: Transactional
  • Maurício Teixeira dos Santos is a point of reference who is well established in the market. He has deep expertise in banking and finance.

    Banking & Finance: RegulatoryChambers Brazil: Transactional
  • Maurício Teixeira dos Santos is an excellent professional distinguished by his broad business perspective.

    Corporate/Commercial: Rio de JaneiroChambers Brazil: Regions

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