Capital Markets: Equity
Brazil Guide 2024 : Brazil
Band 2
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Provided by Tauil & Chequer Advogados in association with Mayer Brown
Tauil & Chequer Advogados in association with Mayer Brown provides a full range of legal services to local and foreign companies, underwriters, institutional investors and financial institutions in different matters related to capital markets and securitization, financing and fund formation in Brazil.
We offer advisory services related to the construction and application of capital markets legislation in Brazil, particularly in matters of the Brazilian Central Bank (BACEN) and the Brazilian Securities Commission (CVM) competence. These services include consultations and opinions regarding the related regulations and the defense of administrative proceedings and guidance on compliance matters in connection with the National Monetary Council (CMN) regulatory acts. In addition, we provide advisory services in matters related to: the amendments of the by-laws of companies aiming at going public in the special listing segments of the São Paulo stock exchange - BM&FBOVESPA (Levels 1 and 2, Novo Mercado and BOVESPA Mais); the preparation of periodical information required by CVM, including the formulário de referência; the cancelation of the company registration as public company; and the representation of our clients in debenture holders and shareholders meetings.
Chambers Review
Tauil & Chequer Advogados has a noteworthy capital markets practice primarily representing corporate issuers, notably from the energy and infrastructure sectors. The team is strong in issuance of debentures to finance projects. The department also works in conjunction with Mayer Brown's offices to handle international IPOs and follow-ons involving Brazilian companies. It is increasingly active in the securitisation space, assisting with the issuance of agribusiness and real estate receivables certificates.
Work Highlights
- Tauil & Chequer advised Copel - Companhia Paranense de Energia on a follow-on offering of shares to privatise the state-owned energy company worth BRL5.2 billion.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Tauil has an experienced senior team that delivers quality. The team has the necessary depth of knowledge and proposes appropriate solutions."
"Tauil & Chequer have excellent market knowledge and an extensive track record in securitisation. They have a senior team to assist us."
"They are very technical and know the subject very well. We trusted them a lot and felt at ease. Great quality in the delivery and attention to detail."
"Tauil has an experienced senior team that delivers quality. The team has the necessary depth of knowledge and proposes appropriate solutions."
"Tauil & Chequer have excellent market knowledge and an extensive track record in securitisation. They have a senior team to assist us."
"They are very technical and know the subject very well. We trusted them a lot and felt at ease. Great quality in the delivery and attention to detail."
Notable Practitioners
Carlos Mottahas broad expertise in capital markets. He offers clients experience across a range of different matters, including primary and secondary offerings, issuance of debentures, ESG-linked notes and assistance to underwriters.
"Carlos is an excellent professional. He is experienced and always available. He keeps a close contact with clients and mitigates risks."
"Motta has a very good view of several subjects. He is practical, assertive and technical."
Rodolfo Constantino de Tellais involved in a variety of mandates, from primary and secondary offerings to issuance of ESG-linked notes.
"Rodolfo Tella has a strong presence in the field of capital markets."
"Rodolfo is an excellent professional and he is very approachable."
"Rodolfo is an excellent professional handling equity and debt work. He is very helpful and timely in his service."
Partner Bruno Cerqueira joins the rankings this year given his adept handling of debt transactions, including emission of CRAs, CRIs and debentures.
"Bruno has some of the most innovative ideas."
"Bruno is a great point of reference in the real estate and agribusiness markets. He has always advised us in the best possible way."
Luis Montespossesses experience in debt capital markets transactions, including issuance of debentures.
"Luis Montes frequently provides creative solutions to our matters."
Beatriz Lavigneis an associate to watch representing clients in debt capital market transactions.
Ranked Lawyers at
Tauil & Chequer Advogados in association with Mayer Brown
Brazil
Members
Provided by Tauil & Chequer Advogados in association with Mayer Brown
Bruno Cerqueira
Eduardo Lima
Luis Montes
Clients
Provided by Tauil & Chequer Advogados in association with Mayer Brown
Alpargatas
Banco BTG Pactual
Banco Itaú BBA
Banco Santander Brasil
CSN
Grupo Ecorodovias
Iguatemi
Locaweb
PetroReconcavo
Industries
Provided by Tauil & Chequer Advogados in association with Mayer Brown
Agribusiness
Banking and Financial Services
Circular Economy
Education
Energy
Food
Infrastructure
Logistics
Metals
Mining
Retail
Technology