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Paula Vieira

Paula Vieira

Global 2026

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About

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Practice Areas

Corporate/M&A

Career

Paula is the partner in charge of our New York office and a member of our Corporate/M&A practice area. Her practice focuses on Brazilian and cross-border M&A transactions, inbound investments and commercial contracts involving public and private companies across virtually all industries and business sectors. Paula also advises management bodies and shareholders on corporate regulatory matters. As a member of the firm’s International Committee, she plays a key role in overseeing Mattos Filho’s business development initiatives outside Brazil. Paula is also a member of the International Bar Association (IBA) and is active in forums and specific committees regarding M&A and Latin American business. Paula previously worked as an international associate at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP’s New York office.

Education

Pontifícia Universidade Católica de São Paulo (PUC-SP)

Bachelor of Laws

Pontifícia Universidade Católica de São Paulo (PUC-SP)

Specialization in Business Law

Fundação Getulio Vargas (FGV-SP)

Specialization in Finance and Accounting

University of Pennsylvania

Master of Laws (LL.M.)

Chambers Review

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Chambers Global Guide

Corporate/M&A - Brazil

Band 4
Band 4

Individual Editorial

Paula Vieira is well regarded in the market for her substantial experience in handling M&A transactions and regulatory matters.

Corporate/M&A - Brazil

Expertise Based Abroad
Brazil, expertise based abroad in USA

Individual Editorial

Paula Vieira is well regarded in the market for her substantial experience in handling M&A transactions and regulatory matters.

Strengths

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  • Paula Vieira is a very good lawyer, with great knowledge of the matters. She has good business acumen.

    Corporate/M&AChambers Global Guide

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Brazil

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