Capital Markets (International Firms) | Brazil: Transactional

Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP is a top-class New York firm with a consolidated presence in the Brazilian market. It is frequently seen acting for top Brazilian companies in international capital markets offerings. The team is frequently sought after to handle American Depositary Receipts mandates. It also has an active practice in the equity space, handling IPOs of Brazilian companies on the New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq. In addition, the team has experience with the issuance of government bonds in the international market.

New York firm White & Case LLP has built a leading and longstanding practice in Brazil, maintaining a sizeable São Paulo office. Its capital markets offering is one of the most sought after by high-end clients in need of assistance with USA securities regulation. Market entrants encounter a distinguished international practice well versed in the particularities of the Brazilian market. Key companies and financial institutions also maintain a long-term relationship with the firm and rely on it for their securities offerings in and outside Brazil. White & Case has also built a solid portfolio of IPOs for Brazilian companies and investors in New York markets, including the NYSE and Nasdaq.

English magic circle firm Clifford Chance LLP maintains a respected presence in Brazil. Its team covers the full spectrum of capital markets mandates and is particularly sought after by banks and financial institutions tapping the international market or working as underwriters in prominent cross-border offerings. It is also noted for handling innovative matters, including SPACs and sustainability-linked bonds. 

Winston & Strawn LLP joins the rankings after recognition from clients and peers for its work in Brazilian capital markets. With an office in São Paulo, the firm is frequently sought after to advise clients from various industries, including finance, energy and infrastructure.