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Rodrigo Carvalho

Rodrigo Carvalho

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Winston Taylor LLP
 Winston Taylor LLP

Ranked in 3 practice areas

Corporate/M&A (International Firms)

Brazil

3 years ranked

Capital Markets (International Firms)

Brazil

4 years ranked

Banking & Finance (International Firms)

Brazil

2 years ranked

About

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Practice Areas

Rodrigo Carvalho is a member of the firm’s corporate department and head of Winston’s São Paulo Office. Rodrigo has extensive transactional experience in Brazil and internationally across a broad spectrum of industries. He advises clients on cross-border M&A, international debt and equity offerings, and finance matters involving Brazil and other parts of Latin America. Rodrigo also supports Winston’s US and international offices on matters relating to Brazil and the region in areas such as antitrust, compliance, disputes, investigations, and sanctions. He previously was Bank of America’s Head of Investment Banking (Legal Division) in Brazil. Rodrigo has worked in New York, London and São Paulo during his legal career. He is admitted both in New York and in Brazil.

Publications

Media Commentary and Publications

“Co-Author”, Legal Guide for Capital Markets Access in Brazil (March 2019 - second edition).

Personal

Leaders League Ranked "Highly Recommended" - Brazil International Firms for Capital Markets (2023)

Chambers Brazil Recognized as “Up and Coming” for Capital Markets, International Firms (2022)

The Legal 500 Latin America: International Firms – Ranked 2023 "Next Generation Lawyer" for (Corporate/M&A), Recognized Lawyer, Capital Markets, Banking & Finance, and Corporate/M&A (2022-23)

The Legal 500 U.S.: Recognized as a "Key Lawyer" for Project Finance (2022-23)

Chambers Review

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Chambers Global Guide

Corporate/M&A (International Firms) - Brazil

Band 3
Individual Editorial

Rodrigo Carvalho is a partner at the firm who has expertise in corporate transactions and governance matters in Brazil, as well as in other Latin American countries. The Chicago-based partner is noted for his expertise in M&A, corporate finance matters and capital markets, in particular, international debt and equity offerings.

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Banking & Finance (International Firms) - Brazil

Band 4
Individual Editorial

Rodrigo Carvalho advises on complex banking and finance matters, including distressed financing and innovative deal structures. He is also experienced in cross-border syndicated lending, with a focus on sustainability-linked transactions.

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Capital Markets (International Firms) - Brazil

Band 4
Individual Editorial

Rodrigo Carvalho has a respected in-house background in banking. He is leading his firm's capital markets activity in Brazil and is particularly noted for handling follow-ons and consultancy work on potential IPOs.

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

  • Rodrigo is a corporate finance all-rounder, who benefits from having worked in-house for several years. He is very present and attentive to details. I always recommend him.

    Corporate/M&A (International Firms)Chambers Global Guide

  • Rodrigo is an excellent partner, with strong commercial awareness and vision. Having previously worked in financial institutions, he regularly supports us in various situations.

    Corporate/M&A (International Firms)Chambers Global Guide

  • Rodrigo Carvalho has in-depth knowledge of investment banking, which makes all the difference. He is always available, spares no effort to get things done and proposes practical solutions.

    Corporate/M&A (International Firms)Chambers Global Guide

  • Being Brazilian, Rodrigo is able to bridge cultural understanding with sharp technical expertise in US law. His in-house experience gives him valuable insight from the client’s perspective.

    Banking & Finance (International Firms)Chambers Global Guide

  • Rodrigo has deep knowledge of US legislation and takes a practical approach, consistently offering efficient, workable solutions. Not only I, but all the partners, greatly enjoy working with him.

    Banking & Finance (International Firms)Chambers Global Guide

  • Rodrigo Carvalho is my main point of contact; always quick to respond, he delivers solid answers within the expected timeframe. He understands our environment well and facilitates communication.

    Banking & Finance (International Firms)Chambers Global Guide

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