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Paulo Leme

Paulo Leme

Brazil 2026

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Ranked in 1 practice area

Energy & Natural Resources: Power

Brazil

1 year ranked

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Brazil: Industries & Sectors

Practice Areas

Anti-Corruption, Compliance and Internal Investigations

Corporate, Mergers and Acquisitions

Project Finance, Credit Operations, Banking Law and Capital Markets

Public Law, Regulatory and Infrastructure

Career

Paulo Leme has more than 15 years of experience advising clients on infrastructure, project finance, banking and capital markets matters. His practice includes the development, acquisition, sale and financing of infrastructure and energy projects, as well as regulatory matters involving financial institutions, securities offerings, investment funds and securitization transactions.

Professional Memberships

Brazilian Bar Association

Publications

Co-author of the Chapter "Brazil" in the International publication Securities Law Handbook, Kluwer Law International, 2015.

Co-author of the Chapter "Brazil" in the International publication Comparative Legal. Guide to: Lending & Secured Finance, 2015.

Several articles in relevant publications such as the International Financial Law Review (IFLR).

Education

University College London, England

LL.M. in International Banking & Finance

Pontifícia Universidade Católica de São Paulo - PUC-SP

Graduation in Law

Languages Spoken

Portuguese, English and Spanish.

Chambers Review

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Chambers Brazil: Industries & Sectors

Energy & Natural Resources: Power - Brazil

Band 5
Individual Editorial

Paulo Leme is recommended for his experience in energy project financing and complex contract negotiations.

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

  • Paulo Leme has exceptional knowledge and the ability to manage all workstreams.

    Energy & Natural Resources: PowerChambers Brazil: Industries & Sectors

  • Paulo Leme is very reasonable in discussions, remains calm and progresses well throughout the project, maintaining a strong overall perspective.

    Energy & Natural Resources: PowerChambers Brazil: Industries & Sectors

  • Paulo is a diligent professional with in-depth knowledge of the sector.

    Energy & Natural Resources: PowerChambers Brazil: Industries & Sectors

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