Taking a multidisciplinary approach, Souto Correa Advogados’ commercial, corporate, and M&A practice works alongside the firm’s bankruptcy, tax, labour, real estate, and competition departments to ensure well-rounded solutions for clients. The group specialises in M&A, corporate restructuring, and joint venture agreements, though it is also well versed in public bids and privatisations. Noted for his experience in corporate law and dispute resolution, co-head Carlos Fernando Souto predominantly acts for clients from the technology, finance, energy, consumer products, and manufacturing sectors. Fellow co-leader Rodrigo Tellechea has extensive expertise in corporate law, and restructuring and insolvency matters. Other notable names include Raquel Stein and Fernanda Girardi Tavares – Stein concentrates on commercial contracts, while Tavares focuses on commercial, infrastructure, and real estate-related mandates.

With extensive experience handling cross-border deals, TozziniFreire Advogados is capable of leading on complex transactional matters for clients - including venture capital funds and start-ups - from a wide range of industries. The commercial, corporate, and M&A practice has particular expertise in corporate restructuring and M&A deals, though it also offers advice on joint venture agreements, venture capital investments, and wealth planning. Maria Bofill heads up the practice and is recognised for her prowess in M&A, corporate restructuring, and private equity, as well as foreign investments. Another notable name in the team is Fernanda Fossati, who is well regarded for her experience in M&A negotiations, wealth planning issues and commercial agreements. Associates Daniel Born Roman and Bruna Braga Luz De Oliveira are both highly active in the group and concentrate on M&A, corporate restructuring, and commercial contracts.

The ‘highly technical’ corporate, M&A, and investment fund practice at CMT – Carvalho, Machado e Timm Advogados has extensive experience assisting both domestic and multinational companies in matters such as joint ventures, corporate restructuring, and equity sales. The locally established group is equipped to handle complex transactions involving foreign jurisdictions as well as day-to-day consultancy work. Leading the team are Rafael Bicca Machado and Giordano Andrei Dos Santos, who have expertise in M&A, commercial transactions, and joint ventures. Victoria Duarte is another notable name in the practice for her aptitude in commercial contracts.

Specialising in transactions, the corporate and M&A practice at Silveiro Advogados is adept in acquisitions, joint ventures, investments, and stake sales. Co-leading the practice are Pedro Chagas and Bia Kowalewski – Chagas is recognised for his expertise in private equity, venture capital, and M&A transactions; domestic and international investments, joint ventures, and corporate restructuring are other key areas of activity for the practice head. Other notable practitioners in the team include associates Julie Griebler, who concentrates on commercial contracts and M&A deals, Rodrigo Candia, who focuses on corporate and commercial litigation, and Guilherme Abreu, who handles corporate contracts and corporate governance matters.

Recognised in the Porto Alegre market for its expertise in M&A transactions, Veirano Advogados acts for a varied client roster made up of domestic and multinational clients from a host of industries, most notably oil and gas, agribusiness, and construction. The team also has experience in commercial agreements, corporate governance, and contract drafting. Co-leading the practice are M&A specialists Fernando Verzoni, who has a strong track record in acquisitions, divestitures, and joint ventures, and Diego Fraga Lerner, noted for his aptitude in infrastructure projects, commercial agreements, and real estate transactions. Other central members of the group include associates Bernardo Haas and Eduarda Machado, both of whom concentrate on M&A transactions.

Primarily focused on providing day-to-day corporate advice, the team at Gerson Branco Advogados has extensive experience assisting clients in corporate disputes, liquidations, acquisitions, and demergers. The practice is a popular destination for domestic clients operating in a multitude of sectors, most notably real estate, agribusiness, and financial services. The group is under the joint leadership of Gerson Luiz Carlos Branco, Diogo Merten Cruz, and Flaviana Rampazzo Soares, all of whom are adept in corporate law. Another notable name is Lenine Munari Mariano da Rocha, who concentrates on M&A.

The corporate, commercial, and M&A team at Ilarraz Advogados was strengthened by the 2021 merger with LM Dias Advocacia Empresarial, a boutique firm specialising in corporate law. The practice is capable of handling succession planning, corporate restructuring, private investments, and M&A transactions, among other mandates, and its client base continues to grow. Leading the group is Lucas Martins Dias, who is noted for his expertise in corporate and commercial matters. Gabriela Caroline Debarba, who was promoted to partner in May 2023, is another key name in the team dedicated to commercial, corporate, and M&A issues.