Full-service firm Machado Meyer Sendacz e Opice Advogados is home to a public law practice widely recognised for its deep engagement in large-scale infrastructure projects, complex concession renegotiations, and the structuring of public-private partnerships (PPPs). The group demonstrates particular strength in the transport, energy, and sanitation sectors, while also handling high-value litigation before constitutional courts and investigations involving public authorities. Practice head José Virgilio Lopes Enei concentrates his practice on concessions and PPPs within regulated sectors, as well as project finance and M&A related to transport, energy, and urban/social infrastructure. Lucas Sant’Anna possesses significant experience in public tenders, administrative contracts, and the resolution of related disputes, while Rafael Vanzella is recognised for his contributions to regulatory, transactional, and public procurement matters. Pedro Saullo provides essential support in the structuring of complex partnerships between private and public entities.
Public law in Brazil
Machado Meyer Sendacz e Opice Advogados
Responsables de la pratique:
José Virgilio Lopes Enei
Autres avocats clés:
Lucas Sant’Anna; Rafael Vanzella; Pedro Saullo; Guilherme Dourado; José Alexandre Sanches
Les références
‘Machado Meyer’s public law team is the best in the country. I have hired some of the biggest names in public law in the country, and Machado Meyer is by far the team with the most innovative ideas and the one that can see the client’s position most clearly.’
‘The public law team that serves us has highly experienced professionals with multidisciplinary knowledge, which makes it easier to obtain comprehensive solutions. They are very collaborative and proactive in the demands we request.’
‘Lucas Sant’Anna and José Alexandre Sanches are the two lawyers who stand out the most for their extensive knowledge and performance.’
Principaux clients
M1 Transportes Sustentáveis Ltda. (Tembici)
Vinci Partners
Kobra Consortium
Banco Nacional de Desenvolvimento Econômico e Social (“BNDES”)
Companhia de Processamento de Dados do Estado de São Paulo – PRODESP
Navegações Unidas Tapajos S/A
Centro Nacional de Pesquisa em Energia e Materiais – CNPEM
Arteris S.A.
FONTE NOVA S.A.
Redbull Bragantino Futebol Ltda.
Companhia do Metropolitano de São Paulo – Metrô
Caixa Econômica Federal
Principaux dossiers
Manesco Advogados
Manesco Advogados stands out for its significant work in public law, excelling in complex regulatory and infrastructure mandates. The firm is a go-to for public and private entities seeking advice on concessions, public procurement, PPPs, and EPC contracts, with a special emphasis on the ports, roads, public lighting, and sanitation sectors. The group also adeptly handles intricate public law disputes. Co-leading the practice are Marcos Augusto Perez, who handles non-contentious and contentious administrative law matters, and Floriano de Azevedo Marques Neto, who possesses significant expertise in public services concessions and PPPs.
Responsables de la pratique:
Marcos Augusto Perez; Floriano de Azevedo Marques Neto
Les références
‘Multidisciplinary team capable of delivering results in highly complex projects.’
Principaux dossiers
Demarest Advogados
Demarest Advogados‘ public law department demonstrates notable strength in PPP projects, public procurement, and tender procedures, with experience across infrastructure sectors like airports, roads, and sanitation. The department also advises on significant projects involving the structuring and privatisation of public real estate assets for key state entities. Practice heads Bruno Aurélio, a specialist in concessions, PPPs, and privatisations, and Renan Sona, who focuses on public procurement in transport, sanitation, public lighting, and social infrastructure, lead the team.
Responsables de la pratique:
Bruno Aurélio; Renan Sona
Autres avocats clés:
Virginia Mesquita; Guilherme Giacomini
Les références
‘The team is always available. Everyone is approachable and efficient. The quality of the pieces produced is exquisite.’
‘Guilherme Giacomini and Bruno Aurélio are competent, available, and accessible professionals who are experts in their field.’
‘Demarest’s public law team advised on structuring a key programme for the development of a new business. A proactive and constructive approach was crucial to the success of the project.’
Principaux clients
CCR S.A.
CRRC Qingdao Sifang
Acciona Água Ltda.
Acciona Concesiones SL
Banco Genial S.A.
Cix Citizen Experience SA
CMPC Celulose Riograndense
Concessionária do Aeroporto de Guarulhos S.A.
Consórcio Transoceânica Niterói
Constran Internacional
Ecoss
Ecorodovias Concessões e Serviços S.A.
Eletromidia S.A.
Empresa Concessionária de Rodovias do Sul (Ecosul)
Ernst Young
Neltume
Opy Healthcare Gestão de Ativos e Investimentos S.A.
Patria
Porto Seco do Sul de Minas
Smart RJ Concessionária de Iluminação Pública SPE S.A.
Socicam Administração, Projetos e Representações
SPE Piauí Conectado S.A/Globaltask
TPar Operadora Portuária
Principaux dossiers
- Advised CCR on its participation in Concession No. 5/2024, which involves the management and operation of a key highway network in Paraná.
- Advised CRRC Qingdao Sifang and CRRC Brasil on International Bidding No. 01/2023 and Metrô No. 10015590, conducted by the Government of the State of São Paulo through the Metropolitan Transportation Secretariat.
- Advised Ecorodovias on an international bid for the concession of public services related to the expansion, operation, conservation, maintenance, and necessary investments for the exploitation of the Nova Raposo Lot Road system.
Giamundo Neto Advogados
Giamundo Neto Advogados leverages its combined construction and public law expertise to handle public bids, PPPs, regulatory issues, improbity claims, and contentious work. The group is particularly active in the water, sanitation, waste management, and healthcare sectors. Public law specialist Giuseppe Giamundo Neto handles administrative proceedings, litigation before the superior courts, and non-contentious issues in the construction, water, engineering and sanitation segments. He jointly oversees the group with Camillo Giamundo, who focuses on contract administration; Thays Chrystina Munhoz de Freitas, who advises on public concessions and government contracts; Christian Fernandes Rosa, who concentrates on public concessions, government contracts, and related compliance; and Rodrigo De Pinho Bertoccelli, who joined from Felsberg Advogados in April 2024.
Responsables de la pratique:
Giuseppe Giamundo Neto; Camillo Giamundo; Thays Chrystina Munhoz de Freitas; Christian Fernandes Rosa; Rodrigo Bertoccelli
Autres avocats clés:
Carlos Laurino; Fernanda Leoni
Les références
‘The firm possesses excellent technical quality.’
‘They have an efficient, well-prepared multidisciplinary team with the necessary expertise. Their research on similar cases and appeals is excellent. From the initial contact, they respond very quickly, consult with us during the case assessment, and promptly present documents for discussion.’
‘Giuseppe Giamundo Neto is the main partner and strategist, handling institutional matters; he is very well-connected and has excellent contacts, crucial in certain matters.’
Principaux clients
Usina de Jirau (ESBR)
Andrade Gutierrez S.A.
Marfrig S.A.
Companhia Brasileira de Infraestrutura (CBI)
Santos Brasil Participações S.A.
Powerchina International Group Limited do Brasil
Engie S.A.
UTC Engenharia S.A.
Mubadala Investment Company
Sacyr Construcción Brasil
Breitener Holding e Participações S.A.
Nuctech do Brasil Ltda.
Grupo Arteris
Dubai Ports World (DPWorld)
BRK Ambiental Participações S.A.
Gazit Malls S.A.
Siemens S.A.
Fundação Instituto de Pesquisas Econômicas (FIPE)
Diagnósticos da América (DASA) S.A.
Engetec Construções S.A.
Medtronic Brasil
Constremac Construções Ltda.
Hagaplan Planejamento e Projetos
Grupo Elis Brasil
Carioca Christiani-Nielsen Engenharia S.A.
Teixeira Duarte S.A.
Grupo Odebrecht
Fabrica Carioca de Catalisadores S.A.
Danone Ltda.
Usina de Jirau (ESBR)
Andrade Gutierrez S.A.
Marfrig S.A.
Companhia Brasileira de Infraestrutura (CBI)
Santos Brasil Participações S.A.
Powerchina International Group Limited do Brasil
Engie S.A.
UTC Engenharia S.A.
Mubadala Investment Company
Sacyr Construcción Brasil
Breitener Holding e Participações S.A.
Nuctech do Brasil Ltda.
Grupo Arteris
Dubai Ports World (DPWorld)
BRK Ambiental Participações S.A.
Gazit Malls S.A.
Siemens S.A.
Fundação Instituto de Pesquisas Econômicas (FIPE)
Diagnósticos da América (DASA) S.A.
Engetec Construções S.A.
Medtronic Brasil
Constremac Construções Ltda.
Hagaplan Planejamento e Projetos
Grupo Elis Brasil
Carioca Christiani-Nielsen Engenharia S.A.
Teixeira Duarte S.A.
Grupo Odebrecht
Fabrica Carioca de Catalisadores S.A.
Danone Ltda.
Principaux dossiers
- Represents Consórcio FM Rodrigues in a lawsuit initiated by Consórcio Walks.
- Represented Consórcio Novo Litoral in an auction for the concession to construct 213 kilometres of highways linking Alto Tietê to the southern coast of São Paulo through a public-private partnership (PPP).
- Represented a consortium of companies that have been awarded the public-private partnership (PPP) for the construction and maintenance of 16 new school units in various municipalities throughout São Paulo.
Justen, Pereira, Oliveira & Talamini Advogados
Justen, Pereira, Oliveira & Talamini Advogados has a strong public law practice, with a specialised team focusing on infrastructure projects, government concessions, PPPs, and public procurement. The group is also recognised for its solid track record in public law dispute resolution. Marçal Justen Filho, a notable figure in this area, specialises in regulatory, infrastructure, and anti-corruption matters. Fernão Justen de Oliveira combines expertise in commercial and administrative law, often advising on public contracts and PPPs, with particular proficiency in the water, railways, IT, and advertising sectors. Alexandre Wagner Nester focuses on public procurement, while Marçal Justen Neto handles regulatory and public procurement issues, notably in the energy and waste management sectors. Cesar Pereira heads up the infrastructure and dispute resolution departments, and Rafael Wallbach Schwind is knowledgeable of public law and anti-corruption matters. Guilherme F. Dias Reisdorfer left the firm in May 2025.
Responsables de la pratique:
Marçal Justen Filho; Cesar Pereira; Fernão Justen de Oliveira; Alexandre Wagner Nester; Rafael Wallbach Schwind; Marçal Justen Neto
Autres avocats clés:
Karlin Olbertz Niebuhr; Rodrigo Goulart de Freitas Pombo
Les références
‘They stand out for their technical knowledge, availability, quality of services and institutional dialogue.’
‘The firm stands out for the high technical capacity of its partners and associates, which translates into highly specialised and differentiated work. The public law team demonstrated exceptional organisation in cases that required the analysis of large volumes of information, particularly in contracting processes and the execution of state-owned company contracts.’
‘I highlight the work of Rafael Wallbach Schwind and Karlin Olbertz Niebuhr.’
Principaux clients
Construtora A Gaspar S.A.
Compasa do Brasil Distribuidora de Derivados de Petróleo Ltda.
Embrasil Empresa Brasileira de Segurança Ltda.
Eldorado Brasil Celulose S/A
Pluxee Benefícios Brasil S/A
BRBPO Tecnologia e Serviços S/A
New Life Gestão Prisional Ltda.
Concorde Administração de Bens Ltda.
Santos Brasil S.A.
Atos Brasil Ltda.
Principaux dossiers
Mattos Filho
Mattos Filho attracts regular instructions from domestic and foreign clients seeking advice on public tenders, concession agreements, PPPs, administrative proceedings and corporate transactions involving state-owned companies. The team concentrates on key sectors like airports, railways, urban transport, toll roads, sanitation, and education. André Luiz Freire, a recognised expert in public procurement, is seen with great regularity advising on concessions, PPPs, public auctions and cases involving audit courts. Thiago Luis Sombra combines public law, anti-corruption and technology expertise, with a strong background in administrative litigation. In addition to advising on bids for large-scale concessions, Henrique Silveira also assists concessionaires and regulated companies with administrative proceedings and financial rebalancing claims.
Autres avocats clés:
André Luiz Freire; Thiago Luis Sombra; Henrique Silveira; Luiz Eduardo Altenburg de Assis
Les références
‘The public law team, especially partners André Freire and Henrique Silveira, stands out for the quality of their work. Talking to them is always an opportunity to learn more about administrative law. Another thing I really admire about the team is that, despite being extremely technical, they can explain the issues in a simple way to laypeople, considering the contexts and market practices. This makes our work much easier, as they are able to talk to people in the business without difficulty, explaining the technical points and highlighting the risks to the business.’
‘Henrique Silveira is a partner who can discuss any topic or sector, always bringing a market perspective. André Freire is an extremely technical partner, especially in the road sector. Both are very available and approachable.’
‘André Freire stands out for his customer service, dedication and technical knowledge. The team works very well, with spectacular fine-tuning.’
Principaux clients
Equatorial Participações e Investimentos IV S.A.
MC Brazil Motorsport Holdings S.A.
Banco Citibank S.A.
Unigel
Starlink
Concessionária do Aeroporto Internacional de Confins S.A.
Eco101 Concessionária de Rodovias S.A.
Concessionária Aeroporto Rio de Janeiro S.A.
Acciona do Brasil / Concessionária Linha Universidade / Acciona Construccion
Vinci Highways
Associação de Investidores em Infraestrutura Multissetorial (MoveInfra)
CCR S.A.
Banco Nacional de Desenvolvimento Econômico –BNDES
Pearson Education do Brasil
Enel Brasil S.A.
IBM Brasil – Indústrias Máquinas e Serviços Ltda.
Cargill Agrícola S.A.
Arco Educação S.A.
De Olho no Material Escolar
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Equatorial on the acquisition of a 15% equity stake in SABESP, a state-owned company in the sanitation sector.
- Assisted Acciona in restructuring the concession agreement for São Paulo Metro Line 6 – Orange.
- Represented Starlink in administrative proceedings related to the deployment of satellite technology in the Amazon region, addressing complex regulatory and compliance issues.
Pereira Neto | Macedo | Rocco Advogados
Singled out for its expertise in regulated sectors, the public law department at Pereira Neto | Macedo | Rocco Advogados is regularly involved in public policy initiatives, public procurement, and regulatory discussions, with a special emphasis on the telecoms and transport sectors. Also noted for its strong credentials in contentious matters, the department also handles administrative proceedings before public authorities and judicial litigation. Caio Mario Da Silva Pereira Neto advises private and public entities on public projects across the transport, telecoms, natural gas and construction segments. Ricardo Ferreira Pastore specialises in competition law matters, and Mateus Piva Adami is a key name to note for public law matters in the TMT segment.
Responsables de la pratique:
Caio Mario da Silva Pereira Neto; Mateus Piva Adami; Ricardo Ferreira Pastore
Autres avocats clés:
Marcus Vinicius de Abreu Schimitd; Carolina Milani Marchiori Mesquita
Principaux clients
Oi S.A
Rumo Malha Paulista S.A. / Rumo S.A. / Cosan S.A.
Syngenta Proteção de Cultivos Ltda
Serveng Civilsan S.A. – Empresas Associadas de Engenharia
Galvão Engenharia S.A.
Telefônica Brasil S.A.
Conexis Brasil Digital
Instituto Rui Barbosa / Decision Analysis Partners, LLC
Associação Brasileira de Concessionárias de Serviço Telefônico Fixo Comutado (“ABRAFIX”)
Iguá Saneamento S.A.
IG4 Capital Investimentos Ltda.
Instituto Conexão Povos da Floresta
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Oi on all regulatory matters that led to the adaptation of its STFC (Switched Fixed Telephone Service) Concession Agreements to authorisations.
- Supports Syngenta, a leading global agriculture company, in two environmental damages lawsuits originated on the misuse of agro-chemical substances in Brazil by company Aerotex.
- Provides legal advice to Instituto Rui Barbosa – IRB (Brazilian Association of Audit Courts), with the financial support of the United States Trade and Development Agency (USTDA), regarding the standards for auditing public procurement.
Tauil & Chequer Advogados
Tauil & Chequer Advogados' public law practice supports private sector clients in their interactions with federal, state, and local government authorities, regularly advising on concession agreements, bid procedures, and PPPs in sectors such as transport, energy, public lighting, sanitation, and waste management. The group has a strong track record in significant privatisations in the energy, water, and sewage segments, and also assists with litigation involving the financial rebalance of public contracts, sanctions imposed by public entities and administrative improbity claims, among others. Practice co-head Bruno Werneck regularly advises on concessions, PPPs, and regulatory matters, while fellow co-lead Juliana Deguirmendjian, who was promoted to partner in early 2024, is especially active in water and sewage concession projects and privatisations. Julio Barboza offers key support in both non-contentious and contentious matters involving public services and infrastructure projects.
Responsables de la pratique:
Bruno Werneck; Juliana Deguirmendjian
Autres avocats clés:
Julio Barboza; Tamara Cukiert
Les références
‘Extremely qualified and attentive team. We are building an institutional legal model with several challenges, and the team is presenting extremely refined, innovative and well-founded scenarios.’
‘We would like to highlight the work of Juliana Deguirmendjian and Tamara Cukiert, who have played an excellent role in structuring the project. We recognise their dedication, quality of delivery and attention to what has been demanded.’
Principaux clients
Aegea Saneamento e Participações
EPR 2 Participações
Banco Nacional de Desenvolvimento Economico e Social – BNDES
Interamerican Development Bank – IBD
Kinea Investimentos
Way Brasil
Perfin Infra
Enel X
Engeform Engenharia
Conasa Infraestrutura S.A.
Principaux dossiers
- Advides Aegea in connection with its participation in the privatisation process of Companhia de Saneamento Básico do Estado de São Paulo (SABESP).
- The firm is part of a consortium with EY, responsible for supporting BNDES in the privatisation of the Recife (PE) and Porto Alegre (RS) metropolitan rail transport systems.
- Assisted Kinea and Engeform in connection with their participation, as a consortium, in the bidding procedure for the construction, maintenance, conservation, management, and operation of non-pedagogical services of 33 new junior and high (secondary) schools in the State of São Paulo, through a public-private partnership (New Schools PPP).
TozziniFreire
TozziniFreire leverages its experience in PPPs, public procurement, public contracts, and associated disputes to advise clients interacting with governmental and regulatory bodies. The team is active in concession projects across a variety of sectors, including transport, water and sewage, solid waste, and public lighting, and also excels in administrative litigation and regulatory matters. The team is co-led by Caio Loureiro, a public law specialist who serves as a primary contact for private companies, government agencies, and multilateral organisations seeking assistance with large-scale concessions and public contracts, and José Augusto Dias de Castro, who specialises in public procurement and administrative proceedings. Marcelo Zenkner, a former co-head, departed in 2024.
Responsables de la pratique:
Caio Loureiro; José Augusto Dias de Castro
Autres avocats clés:
Gabriel Ene Garcia
Les références
‘The firm provided us with very attentive support, responded in a timely manner, understood the company’s internal emergencies, and was always available for meetings and exchanges of ideas. Great experience in the area of public/administrative law.’
‘Caio Loureiro has extensive technical knowledge and proposed innovative solutions to the issue, even going outside the technical box.’
‘Diligent and available team.’
Principaux clients
Andrade Gutierrez Construções e Serviços – AGCS
Sinqia S.A.
IFC – International Finance Corporation
4UM
USP – Universidade de São Paulo
MicroStrategy Inc.
Mexichem Brasil
Ford
Jardiplan
Roland Berger
Andrade Gutierrez Construções e Serviços – AGCS
Sinqia S.A.
IFC – International Finance Corporation
4UM
USP – Universidade de São Paulo
MicroStrategy Inc.
Mexichem Brasil
Ford
Jardiplan
Roland Berger
Principaux dossiers
- Assisted Andrade Gutierrez Construções e Serviços – AGCS in relation to Project Orion.
- Advises Sinqia on its public contracts and represents it in administrative proceeding.
- Advising IFC – International Finance Corporation on the Health PPP Project.
Azevedo Sette Advogados
Azevedo Sette Advogados is sought out by companies in the construction, mining, telecoms, and financial sectors for its deep knowledge of public tenders, concessions, privatisations, regulatory matters, and PPPs. The team primarily focuses on the water, sanitation, energy, and transport industries. Jointly leading the practice are Frederico Bopp Dieterich, who handles a wide array of regulatory and administrative law matters, as well as infrastructure projects, and PPPs, and Bruna Bouissou, a name to note for concessions, PPPs, and privatisations. Leonardo Moreira Costa De Souza departed in November 2024.
Responsables de la pratique:
Frederico Bopp Dieterich; Bruna Bouissou
Autres avocats clés:
Bruno Vianna Espírito Santo
Les références
‘Very qualified, diligent and available.’
‘Frederico Bopp and Bruno Vianna Espírito Santo are extremely qualified, diligent and available. Frederico is very skilled and excels in negotiation meetings of agreements/contracts with other parties.’
Principaux clients
Infra S.A.
Cedro Participações S.A.
Concessionária de Rodovia Nova 381 S.A.
Rodoanel BH S.A.
ONM Health S.A.
Integra Brasil S.A.
Concessionaria Rota dos Coqueiros S.A.
Eco135 Concessionária de Rodovias S.A.
Águas de Pará de Minas S/A
SPE – Concessionaria do Aeroporto da Zona da Mata S.A.
Novelis do Brasil Ltda.
4UM Fundo de Investimento em Participações em Infraestrutura de Responsabilidade Limitada
Veloso Coffee
Energisa S.A.
York Serviços Ltda.
Fundação Ezute
Principaux dossiers
- Provides legal advice to Cedro Participações on all strategic processes for bidding of the ITG 02 iron ore terminal, in the port of Itaguaí, in Rio de Janeiro.
- Provided strategic legal counsel to the Integra Group throughout several key bidding processes in 2024.
BMA Advogados
Public contracts, concessions, and PPPs are all key areas of expertise for BMA Advogados' infrastructure, regulatory, and government affairs practice, which is particularly active in the energy, sanitation, telecoms, healthcare, mining, and transport sectors. The group is also equipped to manage proceedings before regulatory agencies at the federal, state, and municipal levels, and handle judicial litigation arising from public law disputes. José Guilherme Berman, based in Rio de Janeiro, is noted for his experience in public bidding procedures, administrative misconduct and regulatory matters, while 'well-rounded lawyer' Ana Cândida de Mello Carvalho, in São Paulo, advises on public service concessions, government bidding procedures and administrative proceedings before public agencies and supervisory bodies.
Responsables de la pratique:
José Guilherme Berman; Ana Cândida de Mello Carvalho
Les références
‘As a large firm with several specialties, it is very important that the areas have the same level of service and dialogue with clients since, often, the demands are multidisciplinary (civil, corporate, contracts, regulatory, tax, competition, etc.). In this sense, the firm stands out for its excellence, as does its area of public law.’
‘Partner Ana Cândida played an important role in a project that I requested from the firm, providing important alerts that helped in the management of the case.’
‘Excellent team, formed by lawyers with great technical knowledge and agility in their analyses. They were called upon for a complex analysis and delivered a technical work, but at the same time quite understandable for non-lawyers.’
Principaux clients
Matrix Comercializadora de Energia Elétrica S.A
SITA Inc. do Brasil Ltda.
Damen Workboats B.V.
Accioly Participações Ltda.
Opy Participações Ltda.
DC Set Participações Ltda.
PPR Pepira Empreendimentos e Participações Ltda.
99 Tecnologia
Vale S.A.
MC Brazil (Mubadala)
AMOBITEC
Tenaris / Confab
Embraer
Carioca Engenharia
Banco do Estado do Rio Grande do Sul – Banrisul
Carrefour Comércio e Indústria LTDA.
Companhia Brasileira de Projetos e Obras – CBPO
Ciclus Ambiental do Brasil S.A
Centrais Elétricas Brasileiras S.A – Eletrobras
Banesprev – Fundo Banespa de Seguridade Social
Fundação Orquestra Sinfônica Brasileira
FSTP Brasil Ltda.
Federação Nacional de Seguros Gerais – FENSEG
Fundação Orquestra Sinfônica Brasileira – FOSB
Prisma Capital Ltda.
Tecnosonda S.A.
Sociedade Técnica de Engenharia S/A – Soter
Opportunity Private Equity Gestora de Recursos Ltda.
Acciona Concesiones SL
MoveInfra
AFD – Agence française de développement
Rio+Verde Empreendimentos S.A
PMI South America Consumer Goods Ltda. – PMI
Principaux dossiers
Cescon Barrieu
With expertise in bidding procedures, administrative contracts, concessions, and PPPs, Cescon Barrieu's public law and infrastructure practice offers a comprehensive service to a diverse client roster comprised of both private and public entities. The group is active in transactional, litigation and regulatory matters in the public lighting, sanitation, telecoms and energy sectors. Rafael Baleroni leads the team, focusing on project development and regulatory work in the oil and gas, shipping and renewables segments. Thays Gentil is a key figure for telecoms clients, while Matheus Palhares Vieira is noted for his work advising concessionaires, state-owned and private companies on public contracts, bidding procedures, concessions and PPPs. Former practice head Mario Saadi departed the firm in June 2024.
Responsables de la pratique:
Rafael Baleroni
Autres avocats clés:
Thays Gentil; Matheus Palhares Vieira
Principaux clients
BNDES – BANCO NACIONAL DE DESENVOLVIMENTO ECONÔMICO E SOCIAL
ESTADO DA PARAÍBA
CIA. DE SANEAMENTO DO ESTADO DE SÃO PAULO – SABESP
GERDAU AÇOS LONGOS S.A.
VALE S/A
PNUD – PROGRAMA DAS NAÇÕES UNIDAS PARA O DESENVOLVIMENTO E ESTADO DO MATO GROSSO DO SUL
ENGIE SOLUÇÕES CIDADES INTELIGENTES E INFRAESTRUTURA DE UBERLÂNDIA S.A
TELEFONICA BRASIL S.A
EBAZAR.COM.BR. LTDA
VR INVESTIMENTOS
ESTADO DA BAHIA
Principaux dossiers
- Provides legal assistance to BNDES in structuring private participation projects for public sanitation services across 48 municipalities in Rio Grande do Norte.
- Provided legal support to the State of Bahia in analysing and restructuring its Public-Private Partnership (PPP) frameworks, identifying areas for improvement and aligning them with best practices.
- Advised SABESP on its privatisation, assisting with the renegotiation of financial agreements with public entities and securing a waiver from the National Treasury Secretariat to maintain federal government guarantees.
Lefosse Advogados
With a strong presence in the water, sanitation, transport, energy, and telecoms sectors, Lefosse Advogados‘ public law team is consistently involved in public procurement, government contracts, PPPs, concessions, and has seen a recent uptick in privatisation mandates. The group is also equipped to advise domestic and foreign investors on the acquisition of equity stakes in companies that provide services to the public sector. Practice head Eduardo Carvalhaes excels in administrative contracts, PPPs and concessions. Beatriz Ghosn, recently promoted to counsel, plays a significant part in assisting clients with deals involving the public administration, most notably privatisations and concessions in the transport and sanitation sectors. Karen Coutinho focuses on bidding procedures, administrative litigation and concessions.
Responsables de la pratique:
Eduardo Carvalhaes
Autres avocats clés:
Beatriz Ghosn; Karen Coutinho
Les références
‘Lefosse’s involvement in the transaction I led for the bank was crucial in the contract negotiation stages, support in structuring the transaction, and coordination of the conclusion of the conditions precedent of the contracts. The firm was always excellently represented by excellent partners and staff, who supported the project from the beginning.’
‘Eduardo Carvalhaes and Karen Coutinho possess a solid know-how in a sector with new regulations and ongoing consolidation. Great customer service and partner engagement.’
‘Eduardo Carvalhaes has in-depth knowledge of public law and excellent market insight.’
Principaux clients
Sabesp – Companhia de Saneamento Básico do Estado de São Paulo
Banco PAN
Prisma Capital
BTG Pactual
LabWare Brasil Serviços de Informática Ltda
Petrobras Transporte S.A. – Transpetro
XP Investimentos
Perfin
Atlas Agro
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Principaux dossiers
- Lefosse Advogados has been engaged by Companhia de Saneamento Básico do Estado de São Paulo – Sabesp to assist the Company in the follow-on share offering, that ultimately privatized the company.
- We are advising Banestes on structuring the operation and exploitation of the Espírito Santo State lottery in order to identify a business partner/shareholder for a Banestes’ subsidiary (Banestes Loteria).
- Our firm has been assisting the investment fund BTG Pactual on its participation in the bidding processes for federal highway concessions promoted by the National Land Transportation Agency (ANTT). Our work included the regulatory analysis of any aspects of the concessions.
Lobo de Rizzo Advogados
Lobo de Rizzo Advogados‘ public law department has a strong presence in sectors including logistics, ports, roads, sanitation and solid waste management, and adeptly advises on infrastructure projects, public bidding processes and concession agreements. The team is also proficient in public law litigation, administrative proceedings and privatisations. Rodnei Iazzetta, who is skilled in concession modelling under a variety of contractual regimes, jointly leads the team with Marcelo Rangel Lennertz, who stands out for his expertise in regulatory disputes across the administrative, judicial, and arbitration spheres. Bruno Laurito Pinheiro is noted for his experience in administrative contracts across the water and sewage, transport and urban infrastructure sectors.
Responsables de la pratique:
Rodnei Iazzetta; Marcelo Rangel Lennertz
Autres avocats clés:
Bruno Laurito Pinheiro
Les références
‘Dedicated professionals who quickly understand the client’s needs, proposing appropriate and innovative solutions. Always available — the client can always count on the direct involvement of the responsible partner. Highly experienced in the legal structuring of PPP projects, with a deep understanding of project structuring objectives and the requirements of sound long-term contracts.’
Principaux clients
Quadra Gestão de Recursos S.A.
Solví Participações S.A.
EPR 2 Participações S/A
Fundação Instituto de Administração – FIA
SAAB – Saneamento Ambiental Águas do Brasil S.A.
Iguá Saneamento S/A
International Finance Corporation – IFC
Associação Brasileira de Resíduos e Meio Ambiente – ABREMA
Sysfer Consultoria e Sistemas Ltda.
Quadra Gestão de Recursos S.A.
Solví Participações S.A.
EPR 2 Participações S/A
Fundação Instituto de Administração – FIA
SAAB – Saneamento Ambiental Águas do Brasil S.A.
Iguá Saneamento S/A
International Finance Corporation – IFC
Associação Brasileira de Resíduos e Meio Ambiente – ABREMA
Sysfer Consultoria e Sistemas Ltda.
Principaux dossiers
- We advised Iguá Saneamento in obtaining a 35-year concession for water and sewage services in Sergipe, expanding its operations to 101 municipalities and aligning with national sanitation goals.
- We advised Fundação Instituto de Administração – FIA in structuring FINACLIMA-SP, a groundbreaking financing mechanism to combat climate change in São Paulo.
- We advised EPR 2 Participações S/A in the Nova Raposo road concession auction, including legal analysis, risk assessment, and bid preparation.
- Legal Support for SABESP Privatization with IFC and São Paulo Government.
Madrona Advogados
With a strong presence in the sanitation, transport, power, and construction sectors, the practice at Madrona Advogados handles public bids, contracts, public services concessions, and PPPs. Key lawyers include regulatory and infrastructure specialist Gustavo Magalhães and Gustavo Uchiyama, who excel in concessions and PPPs. Handling both advisory and contentious matters, Anderson Novais offers notable expertise in public bidding procedures and in economic and financial rebalance claims. Rodrigo Barata’s broad infrastructure project practice sees him advise on concessions, PPPs, project finance, and administrative proceedings.
Responsables de la pratique:
Gustavo Magalhães; Anderson Novais; Gustavo Uchiyama; Rodrigo Barata; Rodrigo Machado; Eduardo Evangelista
Autres avocats clés:
André Villani;
Les références
‘The firm stands out for its technical excellence, personalised service, and strategic approach. It offers effective legal solutions, with a qualified team, collaborative approach, innovative practices, diversity, and a flexible billing model.’
‘I especially highlight partners Gustavo Magalhães and André Villani for their availability and broad knowledge of the company’s field of activity.’
‘The firm has excellent infrastructure and the partners are always involved in all matters.’
Principaux clients
Associação Brasileira das Empresas de Pagamento Automático para Mobilidade – ABEPAM
AEGEA Saneamento e Participações S.A.
Banco Nacional de Desenvolvimento Econômico e Social (BNDES)
BH Iluminação Pública S.A.
BRK Ambiental S.A.
Canopus Construções e Empreendimentos Ltda.
Concessionária de Saneamento do Amapá SPE S.A.
Confederação Nacional da Indústria (CNI) – National Industry Confederation
Construtora Remo Ltda.
CSUL Desenvolvimento Urbano S.A.
Engeform Engenharia
EPR Group
GS Inima Brasil Ltda.
Hidro Forte Administração e Operação S.A.
Hy Brazil Energia S.A.
Iguá Saneamento S.A.
Motorola Mobility Comercio de Produtos Eletrônicos Ltda.
OECI S.A. (Novonor Group)
OEngenharia S.A. (Vinci Group)
ONM Health S.A.
SPE Inova BH S.A. and SPE Saúde Primária BH (PPPs Transpes Group)
VLI Multimodal S.A.
Waterfy Partners Participações S.A.
Principaux dossiers
- Advised BH Iluminação Pública on the negotiation and drafting of an amendment to the concession agreement to expand the public lighting network.
- Advised CORSAN on crisis management due to the impacts of floodings across the state of Rio Grande do Sul.
- Advised on regulatory matters regarding the Tamoios highway concession, including negotiations with ARTESP (the State Regulatory Agency) and the Granting Authority.
Pinheiro Neto Advogados
Pinheiro Neto Advogados‘ public law team is especially active advising technology companies, alongside clients in the transport, sanitation, healthcare, and defence sectors. The team guides entities through public procurement, manages economic-financial contract rebalancing, handles multi-level administrative and judicial proceedings, and maintains a strong track record in highway concession disputes. Practice head Ricardo Pagliari Levy demonstrates significant expertise in public procurement, concessions, PPPs, and regulatory work across ports, railways, and highways. Marcello Bernardes is another key member focusing on infrastructure project development and public administration disputes.
Responsables de la pratique:
Ricardo Levy
Autres avocats clés:
Marcello Bernardes; Heloísa Figueiredo Ferraz; Gabriel Carvalho
Principaux clients
GR Serviços e Alimentação Ltda.
Abbott
Caixa Econômica Federal
Boston Scientific
Toyo Engineering Corporation
Meta (Facebook)
CPFL
General Dynamics
Cleary Gottlieb
Inter-American Development Bank (IDB)
Intel
Concessionária da Rodovia Presidente Dutra (CCR Dutra)
Concessionária da Linha 4 do Metrô de São Paulo (ViaQuatro)
Barcas S.A. – Transportes Marítimos
Santos Port Authority (SPA)
Banco de Brasília (BRB)
LR Prótese Dental
Public Investment Fund (PIF)
Concessionária da Rodovia dos Lagos S.A. (CCR Via Lagos)
Concessionária do Rodoanel Oeste S/A (CCR Rodoanel)
RDN Concessões e Participações S.A.
GR Serviços e Alimentação Ltda.
Abbott
Caixa Econômica Federal
Boston Scientific
Toyo Engineering Corporation
Meta (Facebook)
CPFL
General Dynamics
Cleary Gottlieb
Inter-American Development Bank (IDB)
Intel
Concessionária da Rodovia Presidente Dutra (CCR Dutra)
Concessionária da Linha 4 do Metrô de São Paulo (ViaQuatro)
Barcas S.A. – Transportes Marítimos
Santos Port Authority (SPA)
Banco de Brasília (BRB)
LR Prótese Dental
Public Investment Fund (PIF)
Concessionária da Rodovia dos Lagos S.A. (CCR Via Lagos)
Concessionária do Rodoanel Oeste S/A (CCR Rodoanel)
RDN Concessões e Participações S.A.
Principaux dossiers
Tojal Renault Advogados
Tojal Renault Advogados is skilled at advising construction and engineering companies, as well as concessionaires and permit holders, on negotiations with public administration and regulatory agencies. On the contentious front, the group is particularly well positioned to handle indemnity, possessory and expropriation claims, while on the non-contentious side, it is active in bidding procedures, PPPs, and concessions, with a keen focus on the transport sector. The team is led by founding partner Sebastião Botto de Barros Tojal, the key point of reference for the firm's largest clients; Jorge Henrique de Oliveira Souza, who oversees the infrastructure department, and is particularly active in mandates involving the port and road sectors; and Renata Rocha Villela, who is a key contact for clients in the logistics, transport, energy and natural gas segments.
Responsables de la pratique:
Sebastião Botto de Barros Tojal; Jorge Henrique de Oliveira Souza; Renata Rocha Villela
Autres avocats clés:
Heloísa Martins Armelin
Les références
‘This firm stands out in a unique way due to its exceptional combination of deep technical and legal knowledge and practical expertise in specific operations, especially in the port and railway sectors. In addition to solid legal expertise, the team has a detailed understanding of the operational processes involved, ensuring effective and assertive solutions for clients in these highly specialised sectors.’
‘Firm with great knowledge of the area.’
‘The combination of technical expertise and a deep commitment to client satisfaction makes this firm unique in the national legal market.’
Principaux clients
ABECIP – Associação Brasileira das Entidades de Crédito Imobiliário e Poupança
ABRACE | Associação Brasileira de Grandes Consumidores Industriais de Energia e de Consumidores Livres
Andrade Gutierrez
Banco BTG
CBA – Companhia Brasileira de Alumínio
CCEE – Câmara de Comercialização de Energia Elétrica
CESP – Companhia Energética de São Paulo
COPERSUCAR
Croplife Brasil
ECOPISTAS – Concessionária das rodovias Ayrton Senna e Carvalho Pinto
ECOVIAS – Concessionária Ecovias dos Imigrantes S.A.
Empresa Brasileira de Terminais e Armazéns Gerais Ltda – Grupo AGEO
Febraban
Frigol
Grupo CSN
Grupo Ecorodovias
Guamá Tratamento de Resíduos Ltda.
Guarupart Participações S/A
HBR Equipamentos
Igua Saneamento
Iturri Coimpair Industria e Comercio de EPI´s
JHSF
Nacional de Grafite
PORTOCEL – Terminal Especializado de Barra do Riacho S/A
Rede Santa Catarina (REDESC)
SINICON – Sindicato Nacional da Indústria da Construção Pesada-Infraestrutura
Suzano S/A
Viamobilidade – Concessionária das Linhas 8 e 9 do Sistema de Trens Metropolitanos de São Paulo
Votorantim Cimentos
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Suzano on negotiations with the Federal Government, leading to a concession agreement for a terminal in the Port of Santos.
- Retained to represent Iturri and contest HAIX’s claims.
Trench Rossi Watanabe
Bringing together transactional, advisory and litigation experts, the administrative law practice at Trench Rossi Watanabe is proficient in dealings with the public administration and governmental entities. The team is adept at advising on public procurement procedures, PPPs, concessions of public services, regulatory matters and public law disputes. The team is co-led by Heloisa Uelze, who specialises in public sector litigation, including cases related to regulated sectors and those heard before public agencies and the superior courts. Fellow co-head Henrique Frizzo focuses on public law and life sciences mandates. Bruno Duarte specialises in negotiations with governmental and regulatory agencies, as well as state-controlled companies and other public entities.
Responsables de la pratique:
Heloisa Uelze; Henrique Frizzo
Autres avocats clés:
Bruno Duarte
Les références
‘Trench Rossi Watanabe stands out in the national legal market for its client-centric approach and the excellence in the quality of the services it provides. The team is made up of highly qualified professionals with extensive experience in their areas of expertise.’
‘I was assisted by Bruno Duarte and Henrique Frizzo in matters related to public sector contracts/bidding processes. What sets them apart from their competitors is their in-depth knowledge of the sector, their ability to adapt and interpret the rules to the business model in order to contribute with innovative ideas, without sacrificing the necessary security, in accordance with the law.’
‘Excellence in technical knowledge, experience, approach, effective communication with both the organization and the company (with its different audiences). Business knowledge that makes all the difference.’
Principaux dossiers
- Assisting the NFL in all regulatory aspects related to the NFL match in São Paulo – Brazil, held on September 7, 2024, which was a first in Brazilian history.
- Assisted Moderna in the public call procedure held by the Ministry of Health for acquisition of 12.5 million doses of COVID-19 vaccines.
- Assisted Biomas in participating in two groundbreaking public calls for concession of public forests in Brazil, one at the Federal level (Bom Futuro Forest Concession) and another in the State of Pará (Triunfo do Xingu Forest Concessions).
Veirano Advogados
Domestic and foreign clients regularly turn to Veirano Advogados‘ public law team for advice on public services concessions, PPPs, and privatisations of state-owned enterprises. With a solid presence in the telecoms, energy, natural resources, and infrastructure sectors, the group also fields strong credentials in high-value public procurement and administrative and judicial proceedings involving regulatory and administrative law. Elinor Cotait leads the practice, focusing on the telecoms, media, and tech sectors. Other noteworthy practitioners include public law specialist Mauro Hiane de Moura and Ana Claudia Beppu, who advises on administrative, constitutional, and regulatory matters, with a notable focus on the TMT segments.
Responsables de la pratique:
Elinor Cotait
Autres avocats clés:
Mauro Hiane de Moura; Ana Claudia Beppu
Les références
‘Team working in Telecommunications: structured and qualified team to meet demands, with extensive knowledge of the subject and interfaces with other areas of Law involved. A highlight is the network of relationships in the sector, which contributes to access to information and dialogue with regulatory bodies.’
‘Ana Claudia Beppu is a senior professional in the telecom sector, with great expertise and solid knowledge.’
‘Amanda Bolonhês is an associate on Ana Claudia’s team, who has been improving in the sector year after year.’
Principaux clients
CEMIG
TIM
Inter-American Development Bank (IDB)
CropLife Brasil
Sindicato Nacional da Indústria de Produtos para Defesa Vegetal (SINDIVEG)
Associação Brasileira de Defensivos Pós-Patente (AENDA)
APROBIO (Associação dos Produtores de Biocombustíveis)
UBRABIO (União Brasileira do Biodiesel e Bioquerosene)
ABIOVE (Associação Brasileira das Indústrias de Óleos Vegetais)
Siemens Healthcare Diagnósticos Ltda
Microsoft do Brasil Importação e Comércio de Software e Vídeo Games Ltda.
Principaux dossiers
- Veirano assisted CEMIG with the sale of 45% of the shares held by its subsidiary CEMIG Geração e Transmissão S.A. in Aliança Energia S.A. to Vale S.A., the other shareholder.
- Assistance to IDB with the structuring of the Credit Expansion Program for Investments in Telecommunications Networks.
- Veirano was retained by CropfLife Brasil, SINDIVEG and AENDA, three associations that jointly represent more than one hundred key companies of the Brazilian agricultural sector, in order to file an amicus brief in a constitutional complaint filed before the Supreme Federal Court by the Workers’ Party (“PT”) and the Socialism and Freedom Party (“PSOL”).
Almeida Advogados
With expertise in administrative law and litigation matters, Almeida Advogados' team is well placed to assist with PPPs, government contracts, bidding processes, as well as public civil actions and infraction notices. The practice is headed up by Rafael Zinato Moreira, who has particular expertise in handling bidding processes and government contracts. João Ricardo Ferreira Fortini Pimentel stands out at the associate level for his involvement in contentious matters.
Responsables de la pratique:
Rafael Zinato Moreira
Autres avocats clés:
João Ricardo Ferreira Fortini Pimentel; Salomão Cunha
Principaux clients
Jalles Machado S.A
Cláudio da Costa
Martinho Bartmeyer
BRK Ambiental Sumaré
Orizon Meio Ambiente S.A.
Central de Tratamento de Resíduos Guajará
Stericycle Gestão Ambiental Ltda
Norte Saneamento S.A
Onix Construções S.A.
Construtora Mello Azevedo S.A.
Terra Santa Administradora de Cemitérios e Imóveis S.A.
WMB Comércio Eletrônico Ltda.
Aborgama
BRK Ambiental – Região Metropolitana de Maceió
BRK Ambiental – Maranhão S.A
Bom Negócio Atividades de Internet – OLX
Saneaqua Mairinque S.A
Companhia de Saneamento do Tocantins – Saneatins (BRK Ambiental)
Principaux dossiers
- Defending BRK Ambiental in a public-interest lawsuit (class action) filed by the Public Defender’s Office of the State of Alagoas.
- Representing BRK in the lawsuit in which the University contests the interruption in the water supply to its units.
- Represents SANEATINS in the public-interest lawsuit (class action), filed by the State of Tocantins, aiming to ascertain the quality of the water that is distributed to the residents of the Municipality of Palmas/TO, supposedly unfit for consumption.
Aroeira Salles Advogados
Aroeira Salles Advogados acts for domestic and international companies in public law disputes, including proceedings before the Federal Court of Accounts and other governmental entities, as well as regulatory and control bodies. The team also handles judicial review procedures challenging the administrative decisions of public agencies and contracts concerning major public projects. Alexandre Aroeira Salles, a trusted adviser to multinationals on public law cases before the superior courts, jointly leads the practice with Francisco de Melo Franco Ferreira, who assists with public procurement, regulatory, and anti-corruption mandates.
Responsables de la pratique:
Alexandre Aroeira Salles; Francisco de Melo Franco Ferreira
Autres avocats clés:
Nayron Russo; Tathiane Vieira Viggiano Fernandes
Les références
‘The firm specialises in the areas of engineering, infrastructure and public concessions. It stands out due to the technical quality of its lawyers, with impeccable petitions that require minimal or zero retouching by the company’s internal legal department.’
‘Alexandre Aroeira Salles, the founding partner, is easy to deal with and is always available and involved in the company’s demands. Nayron Russo, one of the firm’s partners, stands out for his technical quality and assertiveness. Francisco de Mello Franco Ferreira stands out for his client service.’
‘The firm is always available to assist clients. Presents innovative and creative ideas.’
Principaux clients
Novonor/Odebrecht
Telefonica
Alya
Lenovo
CCR
Andrade Gutierrez
Racional Engenharia
GS Inima
Construcap
Arteris
Principaux dossiers
- Represented BRK Ambiental in administrative proceedings before the Court of Accounts of the State of Rio de Janeiro, which analysed the financing obtained for a sanitation concession, the existence of alleged irregularities in the execution of the works under the concession contract, and the economic and financial balance of the contract.
- Represented Arteris in an arbitration between the client and the National Land Transport Agency (ANTT).
- Represented Andrade Gutierrez in the judicial review proceedings related to a relevant decision by the Federal Court of Accounts (TCU), related to the construction of BR 230/PA, the main Brazilian highway crossing the Amazon.
BFBM – Barroso Fontelles, Barcellos, Mendonça & Associados
BFBM – Barroso Fontelles, Barcellos, Mendonça & Associados' public and constitutional law practice handles a wide range of matters, including proceedings before administrative and supervisory bodies, regulatory agencies, audit entities, and judicial courts. With extensive experience in constitutional and public law mandates, co-head Ana Paula de Barcellos is skilled at handling litigation in the judicial and administrative spheres. Also at the helm of the practice, Rafael Barroso Fontelles has a keen focus on the banking sector and typically handles litigation cases involving constitutional law.
Responsables de la pratique:
Ana Paula de Barcellos; Rafael Barroso Fontelles
Autres avocats clés:
Thiago Magalhães Pires; Karin Basilio Khalili Dannemann
Les références
‘Very approachable; welcomes thoughts and collaborates effectively’
‘I have mostly interacted with Thiago and Rafael. They are approachable and act promptly. ’
‘The technical quality of the partners and their availability to assist stand out.’
Principaux clients
Dr. Reddy’s Farmacêutica do Brasil Ltda.
Norte Energia S.A.
Naturgy Energy Group S.A.
Former President of Petrobras (Roberto Castello Branco)
José Paulo Junqueira Lopes (Estate)
Jorge Rzezinski
Companhia Energética de Pernambuco (Neoenergia Pernambuco)
Federação Nacional de Saúde Suplementar (FenaSaúde)
Associação Congregação de Santa Catarina (ACSC)
Brazilian Association of Radio and Television Broadcasters (ABERT)
Brazilian Association of Food Industry (ABIA)
Banco Bradesco S.A.
FEBRABRAN
Google Brasil Internet Ltda.
Sindicato Nacional dos Analistas Tributários da Receita Federal do Brasil (SINDIRECEITA)
Vibra Energia S.A.
Confederação Nacional das Empresas de Seguros Gerais, Previdência Privada e Vida, Saúde Suplementar e Capitalização (CNseg)
Petrobras Petróleo Brasileiro S.A.
Petrobras Transportes S.A. (Transpetro)
Principaux dossiers
- Retained by Banco Bradesco to defend it in a writ of mandamus.
- Defending the Brazilian Association of Radio and Television Broadcasters (ABERT) in a lawsuit challenging a regulation issued by the Brazilian Health Regulatory Agency (ANVISA).
- Defending Vibra in a writ of mandamus filed by distributor Rede Sol.
Braz, Coelho, Veras, Lessa e Bueno Advogados
Braz, Coelho, Veras, Lessa e Bueno Advogados is well positioned to advise on both contentious and non-contentious matters concerning regulation, public concessions, PPPs, and public procurement, frequently assisting clients from the transport and logistics sectors, alongside those in energy, telecoms, mining, and construction. The practice is jointly led by Rafael Véras De Freitas, who specialises in regulatory law; Leonardo Coelho Ribeiro, who is particularly active in the transport sector; and Felipe Henrique Braz, for whom regulatory issues, infrastructure projects and related arbitrations are key areas of expertise.
Responsables de la pratique:
Rafael Véras de Freitas; Leonardo Coelho Ribeiro; Felipe Henrique Braz
Autres avocats clés:
Paulo Liebl; Bruno Bianchi; José Altoé
Les références
‘The firm stands out in consultancy demands for the port sector.’
‘They combine the workforce of a ‘big law firm’ with personal attention and personalised dedication in customer service. High technical knowledge with agility and absolute availability.’
‘The firm has very dedicated professionals committed to meeting clients’ needs.’
Principaux clients
WEG
Braskem
General Electric
Copel
Cemig
CPFL
Royal Boskalis Westiminster
Rumo Logistica
Comgás
Ipiranga
Transpetro
Raízen
CCR
J&F
OHL (Obrascon Huarte Lain S/A)
GIC Private Limited (Singapore’s foreign reserves)
Sulgás
ABEGÁS
Ultracargo
Cyrela
Plaenge
Pátria Investments
Arauco
Aegea
Iguá Saneamento
WEG
MetrôRio (Concessão Metroviária do Rio de Janeiro)
Rio Ônibus (Sindicato das Empresas de Ônibus da Cidade do Rio de Janeiro)
Grupo Guanabara
RZK Concessões
Necta Gás
Dan Vigor
Grupo JMalucelli
Ebanx
Funbio
BAMIN (Eurasian Resources Group)
Eneva
Tereos
Dataprom
InterAlli
Helisul Aviação
LAMSA (Linha Amarela S/A)
Principaux dossiers
- Provides regulatory advice to Aliança Geração de Energia S.A., a joint venture composed by Cemig and Vale, on administrative proceedings at ANEEL related to the operation of the Hydroelectric Power Plant (HPP) Risoleta Neves.
- Legal advisory involving the exponential increase in requests for connection of mini and microgeneration of energy to CEMIG’s distribution system.
- Advising SOMA Consultoria Ambiental on the structuring of the UFV Cobra project, comprising a complex of photovoltaic plants totalling more than 300MW of installed capacity, with Capex exceeding $180m.
Dal Pozzo Advogados
Boutique Dal Pozzo Advogados handles a broad spectrum of public law matters, including public procurement, concessions, PPPs, regulatory issues, and judicial and administrative proceedings, including misconduct and public actions. The team has a strong presence in the healthcare, education, transport, telecoms, and energy sectors. Administrative and infrastructure law specialist Augusto Neves Dal Pozzo is experienced in public contracts, concessions, PPPs, compliance and regulatory matters. He jointly leads the group with Antonio Araldo Ferraz Dal Pozzo, who specialises in infrastructure, administrative, and civil procedural law. João Negrini Neto is skilled in public law and administrative litigation.
Responsables de la pratique:
Augusto Neves Dal Pozzo; Antonio Araldo Ferraz Dal Pozzo
Autres avocats clés:
João Negrini Neto; Percival José Bariani Junior; Evane Beiguelman Kramer; Renan Marcondes Facchinatto
Les références
‘Dal Pozzo Advogados excels in public law through its profound legal expertise and specialised services. The team comprises experienced professionals who are current with relevant legislation, enabling them to deliver effective, tailored client solutions. The firm also prioritises ethics and transparency in professional relationships, maintaining clear and direct communication. Their dedication to achieving results and adapting strategies to client needs solidifies their reputation as a leader in the field.’
‘At Dal Pozzo, the team directly serving me consists of partners Augusto Neves Dal Pozzo, João Negrini, and Percival José Bariani Junior. The most valuable qualities distinguishing the Dal Pozzo Advogados team are their proactivity in finding innovative solutions, strong commitment to professional ethics, and focus on building lasting client relationships. This approach, which combines academic rigour with practical application, delivers effective and relevant results, positioning the firm ahead of its public law competitors.’
Principaux clients
Companhia Espírito Santense De Saneamento – Cesan
Congresso Nacional
Instituto Cultural Newton Paiva Ltda
Facebook Serviços Online Do Brasil Ltda
Engeform Construções E Comércio Ltda
Águas de Ipameri SPE S.A
Viarondon Concessionária de Rodovia S.A.
Concessionária Auto Raposo Tavares S.A. – Cart (Fundo Pátria)
Concessionária Rota das Bandeiras
Banco Nacional de Desenvolvimento Econômico e Social – BNDES
Rumo Malha Norte S.A.
Hydrosistem Engenharia Ltda
Grupo Comporte
Trail Infraestrutura
Principaux dossiers
- Advised COMPORTE PARTICIPAÇÕES on a mixed revenue DBFOM Public-Private Partnership Contract.
- Assisting CONCESSIONÁRIA ROTA DAS BANDEIRAS S.A. with a mediation process regarding a PPP contract.
- Advised CONCESSIONÁRIA RODOVIAS DO TIETÊ S.A. on the sale of the company’s shares.
Mudrovitsch Advogados
Mudrovitsch Advogados, a Brasília-based firm, is noted for its expertise in public, constitutional, administrative and regulatory law matters. The group fields particularly strong credentials in proceedings before regulatory agencies and superior courts, and is also active in bidding processes, concessions, and PPP modelling across the energy, telecoms, sanitation, construction, transport, and education sectors. Founder Rodrigo Mudrovitsch steers the practice in public law matters, including constitutional issues and litigation before the higher courts. Other noteworthy individuals include Rodrigo Fuhr, a name to note for administrative law and regulatory matters, and Sofia Cavalcanti Campelo, who concentrates on litigation.
Responsables de la pratique:
Rodrigo Mudrovitsch
Autres avocats clés:
Rodrigo Fuhr; Sofia Cavalcanti Campelo
Les références
‘The firm has great technical quality!’
Principaux clients
BTG Pactual Serviços Financeiros S.A. DTVM
Gera Maranhão – Geradora de Energia do Maranhão S/A
Tevisa – Termelétrica Viana S.A.
Novonor S.A.
J&F Investimentos
Brado Logística S.A.
BRF S.A.
Concessionária Spmar S.A.
Banco BTG Pactual S.A.
Associação Nacional do Ministério Público de Contas – AMPCON
Monsanto Technology LLC. e Monsanto do Brasil LTDA.
Encomind Engenharia
Rumo S.A.
Banco Econômico S.A.
Consórcio Internorte e Consórcio Transcarioca
Ourobras Comercio de Joias LTDA.
Principaux dossiers
- Representing the Brazilian Mining Association (IBRAM) in an action against the violation of a constitutional fundamental precept (ADPF) before the Federal Supreme Court (STF), questioning the constitutionality of lawsuits filed by Brazilian municipalities in foreign jurisdictions.
- Defending Novonor in proceedings before the Federal General Accounting Office (TCU) over alleged overpricing in earthmoving works for the Abreu e Lima Refinery (Rnest) under concession with Petrobras.
- Representing BTG in proceedings before the Federal General Accounting Office (TCU) scrutinising the legality of the Non-Performing Loans (NPLs) portfolio transfer between Banco do Brasil—a government-controlled bank—and a credit rights investment fund managed by BTG, with Enforce as an intermediary.
Queiroz Maluf Sociedade de Advogados
With a strong following of both private and public entities, Queiroz Maluf Sociedade de Advogados excels in contentious and non-contentious public law matters, regularly advising on bidding procedures, administrative and concession agreements, and related litigation and arbitration. Transport is a key sector focus for the group, which regularly handles matters concerning railway, highway, airport, and port concessions. Co-head Letícia Queiroz De Andrade is sought out by public entities - including government and regulatory bodies - and private clients for assistance with public service concessions and the use of public assets. She oversees the team with Fabio Maluf Tognola, a name to note for public tender offers, administrative agreements, concessions and PPPs; and litigation specialist Márcio Monteiro Reis, who joined from BFBM – Barroso Fontelles, Barcellos, Mendonça & Associados in March 2024.
Responsables de la pratique:
Letícia Queiroz de Andrade; Fabio Maluf Tognola; Márcio Monteiro Reis
Autres avocats clés:
Priscilla de Souza Pestana Campana
Principaux clients
SICPA América do Sul Indústria S.A.
Concessionária Estrada do Feijão S.A.
Andrade Gutierrez
Grupo Naturgy S.A.
Infra S.A.
Porto do Açu Operações S.A.
Gestores da Petrobras
Banco Interamericano de Desenvolvimento
Chlorum Solutions
Concessionária Rodoanel Norte SPE S.A.
Bunge Alimentos S.A.
Jetfly Revendedora de Combustíveis Ltda.
Eixo SP Concessionária de Rodovias S/A
Entrevias Concessionária de Rodovias S.A.
Companhia de Concessão Rodoviária Juiz de Fora – Rio – CONCER
Parebem Administradora de Estacionamentos EIRELI
ViaBahia Concessionária de Rodovias S.A.
Roadis Group
Concessão Sistema Rodoviário Ponte Salvador Ilha de Itaparica
China Communications Construction Company (CCCC)
Banco Nacional de Desenvolvimento Econômico e Social
Concessionária SPMAR S.A.
Principaux dossiers
- Assisted the Naturgy group—a Spanish multinational natural gas and electrical energy utilities company—with a legal opinion on the conditions, requirements, and procedures for the extension of its concession contracts for the public distribution of piped gas in the State of Rio de Janeiro.
- Assisting Petrobras’ Managers in a matter initiated by the Federal General Accounting Office (TCU) regarding the sale by Petrobras of half of the stock capital of its subsidiary Petrobras Oil & Gas B.V.
- Advising BNDES on all aspects of public law, as well as technical support services, for the structuring of a project aimed at transferring the operation of federal highways to the private sector.
Rhein Schirato & Meireles
Clients across the ports, urban mobility, highways, sanitation, and energy segments routinely seek Rhein Schirato & Meireles‘s advice on a wide array of public law matters, including public procurement, proceedings before regulatory agencies and economic regulations. Administrative and infrastructure law specialist Vitor Rhein Schirato handles concessions, PPPs and public procurement across the transport, energy, healthcare, and telecoms sectors. He jointly oversees the practice with Renata Meireles, who focuses on regulated sectors and infrastructure law.
Responsables de la pratique:
Vitor Rhein Schirato; Renata Meireles
Autres avocats clés:
Augusto Guimarães Tedeschi
Principaux clients
Companhia de Desenvolvimento de Minas Gerais (CODEMGE)
Banco Nacional de Desenvolvimento Econômico e Social (BNDES)
Principaux dossiers
- Advising BNDES on the structuring of a concession or public-private partnership (PPP) for the implementation of a rail-based public transportation system by a private partner in the state of Paraná.
Vernalha Pereira Advogados
Recognised for its strong expertise in public law matters, Vernalha Pereira Advogados is adept in bidding processes, concessions, public contracts, PPPs and privatisations. The firm also excels in anti-corruption matters. Leading the practice are Fernando Vernalha Guimarães, who handles both contentious and non-contentious matters for public concessionaires, sector-wide organisations and development banks; Angelica Petian, who advises on public bids, public contracts and concessions; Thiago Lima Breus, whose knowledge covers public concessions, PPPs, public contracts and judicial and administrative proceedings; Aline Lícia Klein, a key contact for companies that contract with public authorities; and Rodrigo Pinto De Campos, who specialises in infrastructure, regulatory and public law litigation mandates.
Responsables de la pratique:
Fernando Vernalha; Angelica Petian; Aline Lícia Klein; Rodrigo Pinto de Campos; Thiago Lima Breus
Les références
‘What makes them unique is their commitment to personalised service, the involvement of senior professionals in all project stages, and their ability to anticipate risks and propose legally sound and feasible solutions.’
‘Among the professionals, I especially highlight partner Aline Lícia Klein, whose work is recognised not only for technical expertise but also for strategic vision and institutional articulation skills. I also recommend Aline for her solid experience in structured projects and strong presence in public-sector interactions. The associate team is cohesive, well-prepared, and autonomous, with direct access to and support from the partners.’
‘A highly qualified firm. Partner Aline Lícia Klein has deep technical knowledge and expertise in public law. The team is well-trained, meets deadlines, and delivers high-quality work. The partner is closely involved in all matters. Additionally, they leverage technology, including dashboards, to present deliverables to clients.’
Principaux clients
Associação Brasileira das Empresas Estaduais de Saneamento (AESBE)
Empresa Baiana de Águas e Saneamento (EMBASA)
Companhia de Água e Esgotos da Paraíba (CAGEPA)
Saneamento de Goiás S.A.
Medral Energia Ltda
Ecorodovias Concessões e Serviços
CCR Rodovias S.A.
Hi Technologies
Gel Engenharia and PPI Projeto de Infraestrutura
Ambiental Saneamento S.A.
Viveo S.A.
Oi S.A.
Contrel Instalações Elétricas S.A.
Concremat S.A.
Sindicato das Empresas de Eletricidade, Gás, Água, Obras e Serviços do Estado do Paraná (Sineltepar)
Sindicato da Indústria da Construção Civil no Estado do Paraná (Sinduscon/PR)
Associação dos Terminais de Exportação do Porto de Paranaguá (ATEXTP)
Banco Nacional de Desenvolvimento Econômico e Social
COMPASA do Brasil S.A.
Wap/Fresnomaq Indústria de Máquinas S.A.
Frente Nacional de Prefeitos (FNP)
Fundação Getúlio Vargas (FGV)
Equatorial Energia S.A.
Triunfo Participações e Investimentos (TPI)
Clube Athletico Paranaense (CAP)
Hyosung Brasil Ltda.
Construbase Engenharia
Principaux dossiers
- Represents Via Araucária—a road concessionaire—facing significant resistance from municipalities where toll plazas have been installed.
- Provided crucial legal assistance to the São Paulo State Basic Sanitation Company (SABESP) by conducting a comprehensive analysis of tender documents for public sales initiatives.
- Crafted a comprehensive legal strategy to defend EPR Sul de Minas—a motorway concession company—against multiple lawsuits filed by the Public Defender’s Office of Minas Gerais.
Advocacia Fernanda Hernandez
Brasília-based Advocacia Fernanda Hernandez is regularly instructed by prominent clients across a broad range of industries – including construction, public health, food and beverage, engineering, and mining – in connection with public law cases heard before the Brazilian superior courts. Practice head Fernanda Guimarães Hernandez has significant experience in public law contentious matters, most notably proceedings before the higher courts. Luciana Marques dos Reis Frattini is skilled in public law, tax and dispute resolution matters.
Responsables de la pratique:
Fernanda Guimarães Hernandez
Autres avocats clés:
Luciana Marques dos Reis Frattini; Rebeca Azevedo da Silva; Rodrigo Gabriel Alarcon
Les références
‘Excellent services provided with great results. Clear and objective requests. Fast and quality service.’
‘A law firm with a reputation built over decades; exceptional dedication to cases; excellent technical expertise.’
‘Fernanda Hernandez is an icon of the legal profession in Brasília, with extensive experience and renown in the higher courts. Rebeca Azevedo has been developing rapidly and demonstrates skill even in complex cases.’
Principaux clients
Advocacia Gandra Martins
Expressa Distribuidora de Medicamentos Ltda.
Grupo Solví Participações S/A
Vega Engenharia Ambiental S/A
Group Attos
Group Odebrecht
Anglo Ferrous Brazil S/A
Líder Táxi Aéreo
Sotave Amazônica Química e Mineral S/A
HC Pneus
Magnesita Refratários S/A
Cascol Combustíveis para Veículos Ltda.
Distribuidora de Autopeças Condor LTDA.
Principaux dossiers
- Represented Sotave in an action by Portobrás (succeeded by the Federal Government) , for the expropriation of a port area.
- Represented Expressa Distribuidora de Medicamentos Ltda in the landmark case in which the Brazilian Supreme Court ruled that a complementary law is necessary for the State to impose the ICMS differential rate.
Almeida Alvarenga e Advogados Associados
With expertise in public, constitutional and regulatory law, Almeida Alvarenga e Advogados Associados is well positioned to advise on public and private contracts, PPPs, and contentious matters in the telecoms, energy, roads, airports, sanitation, and healthcare sectors. Luiz Antônio de Almeida Alvarenga, noted for his strong experience in proceedings before the Courts of Auditors, and Helga Araruna Ferraz de Alvarenga, who handles administrative, infrastructure, regulatory and contract management issues, jointly lead the group.
Responsables de la pratique:
Luiz Antônio de Almeida Alvarenga; Helga Araruna Ferraz de Alvarenga
Autres avocats clés:
Gisele Beck Rossi; Andrea Faria Frigo
Principaux clients
ALS do Brasil Ltda.
Concessionária de Rodovias Noroeste Paulista S/A
Alphamed Consultoria Em Saude e Servicos Medicos Ltda.
Rumo S.A.
DTO Sistemas em Saúde S/A
Concessionária Ecovias dos Imigrantes S/A
MCI Brasil
Consladel Construtora e Laços Detetores e Eletrônica Ltda.
FM Rodrigues & Cia Ltda.
Goetze Lobato Engenharia S.A.
Rhenus Pirâmide Comércio Exterior Ltda
Grandfood Indústria e Comércio Ltda.
DP Barros Pavimentação e Construção Ltda.
EMS S.A.
Fundação Zerbini
Brasiluz Eletrificacao e Eletronica Ltda
Empresa Funerária Camargo Ltda.
Eco050 – Concessionária de Rodovias S/A
Rumo Malha Oeste S/A
Coenpa Infraestrutura S/A
Principaux dossiers
- Representing FCAV in an administrative investigation initiated by the TCU.
- Advising Engineering do Brasil on a tender initiated by Petróleo Transporte—a subsidiary of Petrobras.
- Representing Pixeon as an interested third party in the writ of mandamus filed against the administrative manager of the Brazilian Hospital Services Company.
Binenbojm, Cyrino, Koatz, Voronoff & Associados
Binenbojm, Cyrino, Koatz, Voronoff & Associados stands out for its strong capabilities in handling litigation matters concerning freedom of speech and press freedom, free competition, regulation and matters of constitutional economic law. The group, which regularly advises clients from the transport, TMT, energy, healthcare, and insurance sectors, has a strong track record in public civil actions, administrative misconduct cases, actions for the annulment of administrative decisions and government expropriation lawsuits. Gustavo Binenbojm plays a prominent role in cases before the Supreme Court, often assisting media conglomerates and industry associations. Other key individuals include administrative law specialists André Cyrino, Alice Voronoff, and Rafael Koatz.
Responsables de la pratique:
Gustavo Binenbojm
Autres avocats clés:
André Cyrino; Alice Voronoff; Rafael Koatz; Francisco Defanti; Renato Toledo
Les références
‘The team is very responsive, attentive, good and capable. One of the best we have worked with.’
‘Alice Voronoff and Renato Toledo have always brought new elements to the table, ensuring that we don’t miss any important information. They are among the best in the market in their respective fields without a doubt. They also have a lot of practical knowledge and know how to navigate different stages of judicial proceedings smoothly.’
‘One of the firm’s major strengths is its personalised service with a focus on results. In addition, the team is highly qualified and stays up to date with regulatory developments.’
Principaux clients
Organizações Globo S.A.
Associação Brasileira de Concessionárias de Rodovias – ABCR
British American Tobacco – BAT
Centrais Elétricas Brasileira S/A – Eletrobrás
Confederação Nacional das Empresas de Seguros Gerais, Previdência Privada e Vida, Saúde Suplementar e Capitalização – CNSEG
Associação Brasileira de Empresas de Rádio e Televisão – ABERT
CCR S.A.
Federação Nacional de Saúde Suplementar – FENASAUDE
Ambev S.A.
MRS Logística S.A.
Concessionária do Aeroporto Internacional de CONFINS S.A. – BH Airport
BR Marinas Glória S.A.
AGROSB Agropecuária S.A.
Grupo Salta Educação S.A.
Confederação Brasileira de Futebol – CBF
CEPTIS Soluções S.A.
Sulamérica – Companhia Nacional de Seguros
Brasilprev Seguros e Previdência S.A. – BRASILPREV
Plintron do Brasil Participações e investimentos LTDA.
Principaux dossiers
- Represents Croplife as amicus curiae in a strategic lawsuit before the Supreme Court, seeking a declaration of unconstitutionality of certain provisions in the law governing the registration process for agricultural pesticides.
- Retained by Conexis, a national association representing the country’s largest telecoms companies, to act in a strategic lawsuit before the Supreme Court concerning the regulation of remote virtual intrusion programs and covert monitoring tools.
- Retained by ABERT to represent it before the Supreme Court in an ADI proceeding filed against the Law which regulates the lottery method called fixed-odds betting.
Bocater, Camargo, Costa e Silva, Rodrigues Advogados
Bocater, Camargo, Costa e Silva, Rodrigues Advogados is a trusted adviser to directors, managers, officers, and board members of state-owned enterprises. The public law group handles a broad range of public and administrative law matters, particularly those involving oversight authorities, administrative corruption, accounting proceedings, and the defence of administrative acts and contracts. André Uryn, who has extensive experience working with external control and inspection bodies, oversees the practice with Thiago Cardoso Araújo, who specialises in public, infrastructure and regulatory law.
Responsables de la pratique:
André Uryn; Thiago Cardoso Araújo
Autres avocats clés:
Daniella Teixeira; Ana Luiza Moerbeck
Les références
‘The Bocater, Camargo, Costa e Silva, Rodrigues Advogados law firm has extensive expertise in matters related to public law, and has the distinction of always promoting discussions and updates with the represented party, providing updates and comfort on the progress of the processes in which it is involved. It has strong interaction with the public sector and the Federal Court of Auditors, which facilitates dialogue and the preparation of defence documents. It has a well-prepared, homogeneous team with vast experience.’
‘A team of integrity, vast experience, knowledgeable about the subjects and the agents involved in the processes.’
‘The team stands out for combining technical knowledge of administrative law, with recognised experience in proceedings before the Federal Court of Auditors, with in-depth knowledge and experience in corporate law and capital markets.’
Principaux clients
Petrobras
Estruturadora Brasileira de Projetos (EBP)
Eletrobras
Brazilian Reinsurance Institute (IRB Brasil)
The CEO of the Brazilian Development Bank (BNDES)
Directors of the Brazilian Development Bank (BNDES)
Superintendents of the Brazilian Development Bank (BNDES)
Board members of the Brazilian Development Bank (BNDES)
Iguá Saneamento S.A.
Mongeral Aegon
Principaux dossiers
- Representing Estruturadora Brasileira de Projetos (EBP) in a civil inquiry initiated by the Public Prosecutor’s Office of the State of Minas Gerais, with the purpose of investigating alleged irregularities in the contracting of EBP for the preparation of technical and feasibility studies for use in the common concession or Public-Private Partnership (PPP) regarding the renovation and management of Mineirão Stadium to the 2014 World Cup, without bidding.
- Hired by Iguá Saneamento S.A., a sanitation company of the State of São Paulo, to provide legal and regulatory consulting and assistance for the establishment of the payment guarantee under a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) contract for the benefit of Atibaia Saneamento S.A., the company responsible for sanitation services in the municipality of Atibaia/SP.
Carneiros Advogados
Carneiros Advogados has notable expertise in handling administrative and constitutional law disputes, advising individuals and companies on matters involving administrative authorities and oversight proceedings before the National Council of Justice, particularly in cases related to public tenders, title deeds, and public sector employment. Founder and co-head Rafael De Alencar Araripe Carneiro has a wealth of experience in proceedings before the superior courts. Carlos Alberto Rosal de Ávila is skilled in administrative contract disputes, while Felipe Santos Corrêa focuses on constitutional and electoral law matters.
Responsables de la pratique:
Rafael de Alencar Araripe Carneiro; Carlos Alberto Rosal de Ávila; Felipe Santos Correa
Principaux clients
Aruanã Energia S.A. e Usina Xavantes S.A.
Desk Móveis Escolares e Produto Plásticos Ltda.
Empresa Bragantina de Varrição e Coleta de Lixo Ltda.
Estado de Alagoas
Eugênio José Zuliani
José Aparecido Fernandes
Luxor Engenharia
Marchetti e Cia Ltda.
Serviço Social Autônomo Hospital Alcides Carneiro
Sindicato das Empresas de Transportes Rodoviários de Petrópolis
Viação Paraty
Silas Rondeau Cavacante
Viação Avante Ltda.
Associação Brasileira de Bancos
Gralha Azul
Fundação João Mangabeira
Banco do Estado do Rio Grande do Sul
Termelétrica Viana
Rápido Luxo Campinas
Kuehne + Nagel
Saúde Suplementar
Bom Jesus
Emplavi Evolução Imobiliária
Barjas Negri
Valdomiro Lopes Júnior
João Carlos Feracini
Mateus Magro Maroun
Confederação Brasileira de Voleibol
JTP
Marcelo Fortes Barbieri
Principaux dossiers
- Representing PSB, a Brazilian political party, in an action against the violation of aconstitutional fundamental precept (ADPF) before the Federal Supreme Court (STF).
- Advising Construtora Caiapó Ltda on the public tender for the maintenance and preservation of the main highways in the State of Mato Grosso.
- Advising Cobrasin on a public tender organised by DNIT to contract services for implementing and maintaining safety devices and road signs under the BR-Legal 2 programme.
CGM Advogados
With a strong presence in a wide range of infrastructure segments and other regulated industries, CGM Advogados‘ public law department is regularly sought after for its expertise in negotiations with the Brazilian public administration. The group advises on administrative and judicial proceedings, and internal investigations involving public law issues. Leading the practice is André Gilberto, who advises on agreements with public entities, tender bids, disputes before the Courts of Audits, and investigations.
Responsables de la pratique:
André Gilberto
Autres avocats clés:
Renato Vianna
Principaux clients
Citibank
Abbott Laboratórios do Brasil
Cielo
Thales Group
CMA CGM
Hapag Lloyd
CVC Corp.
Johnson & Johnson Medical Devices
Centronave – Centro Nacional de Navegação Transatlântica
ABB
Messer
J&J Innovative Medicine
Kenvue Inc.
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Edwards Lifesciences
Elekta Medical Systems
Glory Global Solutions
Aegea
Principaux dossiers
- Represented Citibank in all stages of the public auction conducted by the Water and Sewage Company of Rio Grande do Norte (CAERN) for the contracting of financial institution services.
- Represents Centronave in a request for admission as “friend of the court” in a lawsuit filed by Centro Comercial de Café do Rio de Janeiro (CCCRJ) against leading liner shipping companies.
- Advised ABB on the bidding process to supply low-voltage three-phase induction motors for use in Petrobras’ exploration, production, refining, and natural gas facilities.
Duarte Garcia, Serra Netto e Terra Advogados
A key destination for engineering and construction clients, Duarte Garcia, Serra Netto e Terra Advogados‘ team handles all types of public contracts and administrative proceedings in the local, state, and federal spheres. The group is active in public bids and procurement, concessions, PPPs, and anti-corruption matters in the transport, sanitation, waste management, and energy sectors. Luis Eduardo Menezes Serra Netto, who is skilled in infrastructure projects, public concessions, regulatory issues and bidding processes, jointly heads up the practice alongside Paola M. Szanto Mendes dos Santos, who handles non-contentious matters and administrative proceedings, and Rodrigo Scalamandré Duarte Garcia, a name to note for public concessions and bidding processes.
Responsables de la pratique:
Luis Eduardo Menezes Serra Netto; Paola Martinelli Szanto Mendes dos Santos; Rodrigo Scalamandré Duarte Garcia
Autres avocats clés:
Raphael Bittar Arruda; Maria Beatriz Silva e Souza
Les références
‘This is a renowned firm with a top-level team that understands the client’s needs and proposes solutions aligned with business interests. The team is skilled, collaborative and always available.’
Principaux clients
WTorre Entretenimento| e Participações Ltda.
EcoUrbis Ambiental S/A
BM Varejo (Associação SP Capital da Diversidade)
JCDecaux do Brasil Ltda.
Alstom Brasil Energia e Transporte Ltda.
Contracta Engenharia Ltda.
Ecopátio Logística de Cubatão Ltda.
Viva o Vale Concessionária SPE S.A.
Revee Real Estate Venues & Entertainment Participações Ltda.
Cotia Ambiental S/A
Rezek Concessões
Construções e Comércio Camargo Correa
Alya Construtora S/A
Construtora Andrade Gutierrez S/A
Vital Engenharia Ambiental S/A
CRRC Changchun Railway Vehicles Co. Ltd.
OECI S.A.
Principaux dossiers
- Advised EcoUrbis Ambiental S.A. on negotiations to extend the waste management contract with the Municipality of São Paulo for another 20 years.
- Advised CRRC Changchun Railway Vehicles Co. Ltd. on negotiations for the supply of rolling stock for use on Lines 1 and 2 of Belo Horizonte’s Metro.
- Advised JCDecaux do Brasil Ltda. on an urban furniture and advertising panel bid.
Felsberg Advogados
Felsberg Advogados‘ public law practice advises on infrastructure projects, regulatory matters, and administrative proceedings across sectors such as sanitation, technology, transport, and energy. The team is led by Marianne Albers, an expert in public law and life sciences with experience before Brazil’s principal regulatory agencies. In 2024, the firm saw the departures of partners Rodrigo Bertoccelli and Ligia Schlittler.
Responsables de la pratique:
Marianne Albers
Principaux clients
Gramercy
Unigel
BNDES
Campo Grande City Hall
Grupo JCA
Ypê – Química Amparo
Sandoz do Brasil Indústria Farmacêutica
Fundação Agência Bacia Hidrográfica do AltoTietê – FABHAT
Ecolab do Brasil
Saint Gobain
Rio Alto Energias Renováveis
Principaux dossiers
Grego Santos Advogados
Grego Santos Advogados acts for a variety of clients, including names from the energy, agribusiness, technology and manufacturing sectors, in a wide range of public law mandates, most notably public contracts and administrative proceedings. Public law specialist Bruno Grego Santos heads up the practice with Andreia Colhado Gallo. Gabriel Khauam Maricatto departed in November 2024.
Responsables de la pratique:
Bruno Grego Santos; Andreia Colhado Gallo
Les références
‘The firm has responsible and dedicated professionals. All of them are highly qualified and attentive, which ensures that each task is carried out with excellence and success. They work in several areas, always maintaining exemplary quality/training. Every month, they present us with their demands accompanied by indicators, which allows us to know exactly how our actions are being carried out.’
‘I consider myself more than just a client of a law firm—I’m a true fan and friend of this team. Grego Santos was recommended to me as a top-tier reference, and I’ve been completely satisfied since. Beyond my immediate legal needs, I discovered a range of services I didn’t even know I needed, and also built valuable business connections with other entrepreneurs through the firm, significantly expanding my professional network.’
‘I wholeheartedly recommend Bruno Grego, who has become more than just a service provider—he’s a friend and trusted adviser. In fact, it’s hard to single out just one individual at the firm, as everyone, from the kind and welcoming support staff to the legal team, is always willing and ready to help whenever needed.’
Principaux clients
Grupo Vicentinos do Brasil
Agulhon Agropecuária
Theòs Sistemas Eclesiais
Accion Sistemas
Ozoxx
DB1 Group
Personalitté
GBGroup
GetCard
Ingá Digital
Icent Capital
Anymarket Technologies
Consignet
Kamiplay
ViaParts
Central 376
Peon Tecnologia
Sabium Sistemas
RoyalPag
VivaWorks
Atak Sistemas
VM
OnSafety
Colo de Deus
OnePort
Youwx Co.
Empari
Play Escolar
Mude Educação
Be Resolution
Digimax
Aeco Capital
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Aeco Capital on the issuance of Real Estate Bonds for a leading construction company in its market.
- Advised Anymarket on a major share buyback operation in its LatAm expansion.
Moysés & Pires Sociedade de Advogados
Moysés & Pires Sociedade de Advogados advises on a wide range of administrative law and infrastructure matters, most notably concessions and PPPs in the transport, public lighting and urban mobility segments. Founder Maurício Boudakian Moysés has a wealth of experience in the structuring of concession projects, PPPs and public contracting matters, which are also among Ariovaldo Barbosa Pires Jr.'s key areas of expertise. Rafael Viana Rangel de Paula is a trusted adviser to both companies and government entities, known for his expertise in bidding processes. Marina Fochesato Cintra is well-regarded for her skills in advising on concessions, PPPs, and regulatory compliance, and João Paulo Trancoso Tannous is proficient in administrative proceedings and arbitrations.
Responsables de la pratique:
Maurício Boudakian Moysés; Ariovaldo Barbosa Pires Jr.; Rafael Viana Rangel de Paula; Marina Fochesato Cintra; João Paulo Trancoso Tannous
Autres avocats clés:
Bárbara Lucio Ribeiro
Les références
‘Experienced team ready to assist clients with their demands.’
‘I recommend Rafael Viana Rangel de Paula and Ariovaldo Barbosa Pires Jr.’
‘It is our reference firm in Brazil. We always feel that our situation is treated with full attention and seriousness, which gives us a lot of confidence throughout the processes we face. The firm has an agile team with experience in different areas of law (allowing a multidisciplinary approach to the processes), meeting our specific needs.’
Principaux clients
OX Engenharia Ltda.
Banco de Desenvolvimento de Minas Gerais
Paim Navegação Aérea
PEC Energia
Companhia AIX de Participações
Projetos de Gerenciamento e Engenharia S. A.
State of Mato Grosso
Grupo Nexcom
Bonsucex Holding
Meu Tudo
Álya Construtora S.A.
UNIÁGUAS Concessões e Participações
Armazéns Gerais Alfandegados
DTA Engenharia Ltda.
Barufi Consultoria
Clube de Regatas do Flamengo
ESTAPAR
State of Rio Grande do Sul
Prefisan Engenharia
Iguá Saneamento
AEGEA Saneamento e Participações
Allonda Engenharia
Vale do Rio Novo
Vectra Work
Terracom Saneamento
Movimento Brasil Competitivo
Nova Ubatuba Empreendimentos e Participações Ltda.
Ernst & Young
Grupo Brasil Rodosan
Infraway Engenharia
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Sacyr within the scope of the international tender initiated by SANEPAR—a Brazilian mixed-capital company responsible for providing water supply and sewage services in the state of Paraná.
- Advised International Finance Corporation (IFC) on structuring a public-private partnership to modernise primary health care network.
- Advised the State of Santa Catarina on the development of technical studies related to the legal modelling for a PPP bid for a concession of Aeroporto Regional Sul Humberto Ghizzo Bortoluzzi – Aeroporto de Jaguaruna.
Piquet, Magaldi e Guedes Advogados
Piquet, Magaldi e Guedes Advogados‘ public law and regulation department is seen with great regularity advising a wide range of clients - including construction companies, public service concessionaires, port terminals, industry associations and public administrators - on public procurement, investigations by public authorities, and proceedings before the Federal Court of Accounts and the Brazilian courts. Arthur Lima Guedes focuses on public law litigation, and Gilberto Calasans Gomes, who specialises in administrative litigation before the Courts of Accounts and contractual management.
Responsables de la pratique:
Arthur Lima Guedes; Gilberto Calasans Gomes
Autres avocats clés:
Vitória Damasceno; Mariana Carvalho Craveiro Teixeira Moreira
Principaux clients
Associação Brasileira dos Terminais Portuários (ABTP)
Concessionária Rota do Oeste (CRO)
Concessionária Rio-Teresópolis S.A. (CRT)
Techint Engenharia e Construção S/A
Andrade Gutierrez Engenharia S.A.
VLI Multimodal S/A
Bandeirantes Deicmar Logística Integrada S.A.
Board of Directors for Attorney’s Fees (CCHA)
Members of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Ambassadors)
Construtora Barbosa Mello
Vports Autoridade Portuária S.A.
ABRAPP – Associação Brasileira das Entidades Fechadas de Previdência Complementar (Brazilian Association of Closed Complementary Welfare Entities) and SINDAPP – Sindicato Nacional
ADM do Brasil Ltda.
Construções e Comércio Camargo Corrêa S.A.
Odebrecht S.A. and Construtora Norberto Odebrecht S.A.
Galvão Engenharia S.A.
Construtora Camargo Correa S.A., Construtora Andrade Gutierrez S.A. and Siemens do Brasil S.A. (Consortium Metrosal)
Álya Construtora S.A.
JBS S.A.
Pérola S.A.
Former executives of Petróleo Brasileiro S.A.
Arteris S.A.
Tratenge Engenharia Ltda.
Triunfo Logística
Capgemini Brasil and Capgemini América Latina
Sindicato Nacional da Indústria da Construção Pesada (SINICON)
Associação Brasileira de Concessionária de Rodovias (ABCR)
Fospar S.A. – Terminal de fertilizantes do Porto de Paranaguá
Siscon Consultoria de Sistemas Ltda.
Andrade Gutierrez, Odebrecht and GE (Consortium Eclusa do Lajeado)
Hangar Empreendimentos and Globo Engenharia (Consortium Orla-Piatã)
Concessionária BR-040 S.A. – Via040
ECOVIX Construções Oceânicas S.A.
Nova Engevix Engenharia
Temape – Terminais Marítimos de Pernambuco S/A
Santos Brasil Participações S.A.
Apsis Consultoria Empresarial Ltda
Procomp Amazônia Indústria Ltda.
CMT Engenharia EIRELI
Deltan Martinazzo Dallagnol
Consortium Congonhas Airport, formed by Construtora OAS S.A., Construções e Comércio Camargo Corrêa S.A and Galvão Engenharia
FDS Engenharia S.A.
Marítima Petróleo e Engenharia Ltda.
Interstate Union of Audiovisual Industry – SICAV
Wilson Sons Terminais & Logistica Ltda.
Associação Brasileira dos Terminais Portuários (ABTP)
Concessionária Rota do Oeste (CRO)
Concessionária Rio-Teresópolis S.A. (CRT)
Techint Engenharia e Construção S/A
Andrade Gutierrez Engenharia S.A.
VLI Multimodal S/A
Bandeirantes Deicmar Logística Integrada S.A.
Board of Directors for Attorney’s Fees (CCHA)
Members of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Ambassadors)
Construtora Barbosa Mello
Vports Autoridade Portuária S.A.
ABRAPP – Associação Brasileira das Entidades Fechadas de Previdência Complementar (Brazilian Association of Closed Complementary Welfare Entities) and SINDAPP – Sindicato Nacional
ADM do Brasil Ltda.
Construções e Comércio Camargo Corrêa S.A.
Odebrecht S.A. and Construtora Norberto Odebrecht S.A.
Galvão Engenharia S.A.
Construtora Camargo Correa S.A., Construtora Andrade Gutierrez S.A. and Siemens do Brasil S.A. (Consortium Metrosal)
Álya Construtora S.A.
JBS S.A.
Pérola S.A.
Former executives of Petróleo Brasileiro S.A.
Arteris S.A.
Tratenge Engenharia Ltda.
Triunfo Logística
Capgemini Brasil and Capgemini América Latina
Sindicato Nacional da Indústria da Construção Pesada (SINICON)
Associação Brasileira de Concessionária de Rodovias (ABCR)
Fospar S.A. – Terminal de fertilizantes do Porto de Paranaguá
Siscon Consultoria de Sistemas Ltda.
Andrade Gutierrez, Odebrecht and GE (Consortium Eclusa do Lajeado)
Hangar Empreendimentos and Globo Engenharia (Consortium Orla-Piatã)
Concessionária BR-040 S.A. – Via040
ECOVIX Construções Oceânicas S.A.
Nova Engevix Engenharia
Temape – Terminais Marítimos de Pernambuco S/A
Santos Brasil Participações S.A.
Apsis Consultoria Empresarial Ltda
Procomp Amazônia Indústria Ltda.
CMT Engenharia EIRELI
Deltan Martinazzo Dallagnol
Consortium Congonhas Airport, formed by Construtora OAS S.A., Construções e Comércio Camargo Corrêa S.A and Galvão Engenharia
FDS Engenharia S.A.
Marítima Petróleo e Engenharia Ltda.
Interstate Union of Audiovisual Industry – SICAV
Wilson Sons Terminais & Logistica Ltda.
Principaux dossiers
- Providing legal counsel to Grupo Novapar regarding the renegotiation of a leniency agreement signed in 2019 with CGU and AGU.
- Advised Concessionária Rio-Teresópolis on consensual resolution process in the newly created Negotiation and Dispute Resolution Chamber (COMPOR) of ANTT, aiming for an agreement regarding fines imposed by the agency, which were exorbitant and disproportionate to the alleged infraction.
- Assisted Álya Construtora with administrative proceedings before the TCU and later in a Writ of Mandamus before the Supreme Court (STF), concerning alleged irregularities dating back to 1995 in public works on the BR-174/AM highway.
Rennó, Penteado, Sampaio Advogados
The public law team at Rennó, Penteado, Sampaio Advogados handles a broad spectrum of public law matters, from administrative litigation to the structuring of public concessionaire bids. Founder Marilia dos Santos Dias Rennó is an experienced public and administrative law specialist, with a strong focus on regulatory advisory work. Co-head Patrícia Regina Pinheiro Sampaio focuses on infrastructure contracts and administrative proceedings involving the oil and gas, transport and sanitation segments, while Carolina Barros Fidalgo is a name to note for administrative contracts, bidding procedures and judicial and administrative litigation.
Responsables de la pratique:
Marília dos Santos Dias Rennó; Patrícia Regina Pinheiro Sampaio; Carolina Barros Fidalgo
Autres avocats clés:
Larissa Camargo Costa; Gianne Lima
Les références
‘Qualified technical staff, very competent and friendly partners and lawyers.’
‘Larissa Camargo – partner close to the client and very qualified, in addition to being a friendly person.’
‘Carolina Fidalgo – partner close to the client and very qualified.’
Principaux clients
Concessionária do Aeroporto Internacional de Guarulhos
Concessionária do Aeroporto Internacional do Rio de Janeiro
Atento Brasil S.A.
Aeroportos do Brasil (ABR), former Associação Nacional das Empresas Administradoras de Aeroportos
Supervia Concessionária de Transporte Ferroviário S.A.
GlaxoSmithKline Brasil
Teleperformance CRM S.A.
Oiltanking Terminais
Principaux dossiers
- Assisted GRU Airport in various litigation and advisory issues related to a concession agreement with the National Agency of Civil Aviation (ANAC).
- Represented Galeão Airport in a claim filed in regard to a concession agreement with the National Agency of Civil Aviation (ANAC) after Galeão Airport’s private shareholders were the winners of the concession bid.
Silveira Ribeiro Advogados
Silveira Ribeiro Advogados attracts instructions from a wide range of clients, who turn to the group for advice on public service concessions and proceedings before the Federal Court of Accounts. The group is particularly active in the transport, water, sewage, and energy sectors. Leading the practice is João Paulo Ribeiro, a name to note for public service concessions.
Responsables de la pratique:
João Paulo Ribeiro
Autres avocats clés:
Gabriel Calais; Lucas Nazif
Les références
‘The public law team at Silveira Ribeiro Advogados stands out for its technical excellence, legal precision, and deep understanding of the public sector. The firm combines a strategic approach with highly personalised service, always focused on the client’s needs and delivering tangible results. What truly sets the firm apart is its ability to anticipate regulatory developments and offer innovative legal solutions that merge practical experience with disruptive thinking. Their close client relationships, impeccable ethics, and responsiveness place Silveira Ribeiro well above average on the national legal scene.’
‘The firm demonstrates mastery in administrative and infrastructure law, with strong strategic performance before the judiciary, audit courts, and regulatory agencies.’
‘João Paulo Silveira Ribeiro is a highly accessible and strategic lawyer, capable of proposing innovative solutions that align closely with the company’s broader objectives.’
Principaux clients
Prolagos Concessionária de Serviços Públicos de Água e Esgoto S.A. (Aegea subsidiary)
Naturgy Brasil S.A.
Álya Construtora S.A. (formerly Construtora Queiroz Galvão S.A.)
Empresa Construtora Brasil S.A. (a Mota Engil Group Subsidiary)
Sindicato das Empresas de Ônibus da Cidade do Rio de Janeiro
Light Serviços de Eletricidade S.A.
Concessionária Rio Barra
Concessionária Rota 116 S.A.
Agis Construção S/A (formerly Construtora Ferreira Guedes)
Dimensional Engenharia Ltda.
Principaux dossiers
- Advising Prolagos on a conciliatory process with the Regulatory Agency for Energy and Basic Sanitation of the State of Rio de Janeiro (AGENERSA), resulting in a successful fourth quinquennial review.
- Advising Empresa Construtora Brasil on terminating two highway work contracts undertaken by the Consortium and the Federal Government.
- Advising Álya Construtora on reviewing and challenging a bidding notice for the construction of a water treatment system.
Silveiro Advogados
Silveiro Advogados’ public law group regularly advises state-owned and private sector clients on a range of matters, including public procurement, compliance mandates, administrative proceedings, and regulatory issues, which extend to cases before state and federal audit courts. The Porto Alegre-based team is particularly active in the telecoms sector, while also acting for clients from the transport, education, and banking industries. The practice is led by Ricardo Leal De Moraes, whose expertise spans public, administrative, and regulatory law. Maria Elisa Marcolin has strong experience in regulatory litigation.
Responsables de la pratique:
Ricardo Leal de Moraes
Autres avocats clés:
Maria Elisa Marcolin; Luísa Dresch
Les références
‘The team is qualified and has extensive ability for the amicable resolution of conflicts.’
‘I believe there are three important points: clarity in the information provided to clients, commitment to defined SLAs, and technical quality in their area of practice.’
‘Their attention to clients, knowledge, proactivity, and quick responses are exactly what our business sector needs.’
Principaux clients
Feevale
Cogna Educação
Telefônica Brasil S/A
Banco do Estado do Rio Grande do Sul
Banco Cooperativo Sicredi
Sulgás
Rio Bravo Investments
Planalto Transportes
TMSA – Tecnologia em Movimentação S.A.
Companhia Zaffari Comércio e Indústria
Principaux dossiers
Stocche Forbes Advogados
Singled out for its extensive experience in regulated markets and the infrastructure sector, Stocche Forbes Advogados‘ group advises on a wide array of public law matters. Key areas of expertise for the team include bids, administrative agreements, regulatory matters, concessions, and privatisation processes. Practice head Mariana Saragoça acts for domestic and international clients in bids, privatisations and regulatory matters across the energy, sanitation, telecoms, transport, and education sectors.
Responsables de la pratique:
Mariana Saragoça
Autres avocats clés:
Andre Bogossian
Les références
‘Stocche Forbes Advogados stands out because it has a team of specialist lawyers who are available, pragmatic and focused on providing solutions for their clients.’
‘Stocche Forbes is our go-to full scope law firm in Brazil. They have a very professional and technical team that manages to provide personalised service to clients.
‘They have earned the respect and trust of our internal legal, tax and compliance team, facilitating internal discussions.’
Principaux clients
Equatorial Group
Aegea Saneamento e Participações S.A.
Saneamento Ambiental Águas do Brasil
Águas de Palhoça S.A.
Concessionária De Saneamento Do Amapá – CSA
Cymi Brasil
Opportunity Private Equity Gestora de Recursos ltda
Avic Internacional Beijing CO., Ltd
Raízen Energia S.A.
Mercuria Energy Trading S.A.
Highline
Vale S.A.
BTG Pactual
Rede Educacional Decisão S.A.
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Aegea Saneamento e Participações on the public tender for the concession of the water and waste services in Palhoça – SC, which was won by the client.
- Advised BTG Pactual on the public tender for the concession of the “Green Route” Cluster of federal highways.
- Advised Saneamento Ambiental Águas do Brasil on the public tender for the concession of the water and waste services in several municipalities in the States of Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo and Minas Gerais, including filing of administrative and judicial measures against the Granting Authorities on client’s behalf.
Toledo Marchetti Advogados
Entirely focused on the infrastructure and construction sectors, Toledo Marchetti Advogados' public and regulatory law team handles contract management, dispute resolution, compliance, public procurement, and PPPs across the transport, energy, and industrial segments. Co-head Marcelo Marchetti focuses on contract management in relation to private and public projects. Fellow co-lead João Paulo Pessoa regularly assists with concessions and PPPs in the infrastructure sector.
Responsables de la pratique:
João Paulo Pessoa; Marcelo Marchetti
Autres avocats clés:
Kamila Maria de Albuquerque Bezerra
Les références
‘They provide quality service, with attention and collaboration.’
‘João Paulo Pessoa is my contact and recommendation.’
Principaux clients
Proactiva Meio Ambiente Brasil Ltda.
Veolia Serviços Ambientais Brasil Ltda.
Associação Brasileira de Energia Limpa (ABRAGEL)
DAE Jundiaí S.A. – Água e Esgoto
CCR S. A
IAG Saúde
Ebram Fiore Hostels Ltda.
Total Sustainable Engineering – TSE S.A.
Wteec Engenharia Ltda.
Procable Energia e Telecomunicações S.A.
Grid Solutions/ Ge Renewable Energy
GE Renewable Energy (GE Vernova)
Meta Serviços e Projetos Ltda.
SNEF Group
Tiisa Infraestrutura e Investimentos Ltda.
Worley Engenharia Ltda.
Estaleiros do Brasil Ltda.
Municipality of Porto Alegre/RS
Villela de Andrade Kloss Advogados
Public law boutique Villela de Andrade Kloss Advogados is well equipped to handle a wide range of matters, from public tender bids to administrative contracts, regulatory issues and administrative improbity claims. The group is particularly sought out by construction, logistics, sanitation and energy companies, as well as public entities. Co-head Fernando Villela de Andrade Viana has extensive experience assisting with the execution of administrative contracts signed with the Public Administration. He oversees the practice with Renato Otto Kloss, who advises on public tenders, administrative contracts and public concessions in the sanitation, energy and transport segments.
Responsables de la pratique:
Fernando Villela de Andrade Vianna; Renato Otto Kloss
Autres avocats clés:
André Pessoa Ayres; Viviane Kloss
Les références
‘These are highly qualified professionals, with excellent service.’
‘VAK is a law firm specialising in public law, with partners who are recognised in the market, have vast experience and are always seeking new knowledge, with active participation in educational associations, workshops, etc.’
‘Renato Kloss is more than just a lawyer; he is a true partner for the companies that hire him. He is a specialist in the area of infrastructure, the functioning of the agencies, and is familiar with the most recent judgments.’
Principaux clients
Enfil S/A Controle Ambiental
Engeform Engenharia Ltda.
Ambiental Vila Velha Concessionária De Saneamento S.A.
Naturgy Brasil
Mills Estruturas e Serviços De Engenharia S.A.
São Paulo Catarina Aeroporto Executivo
Construtora Passarelli S.A.
Grupo Águia Branca
Imetame
Aeroportos Do Brasil
Aegea Saneamento S.A.
CEG Rio S.A.
Companhia Distribuidora De Gás Do Rio De Janeiro S.A.
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Federação das Indústrias do Estado do Espírito Santo on the early extension of the Ferrovia Centro-Atlântica (FCA) railway concession, specifically regarding the investments that must be made on the railway.
- Assisted Fraport Brasil S.A. Aeroporto de Porto Alegre with a dispute concerning a concession agreement affected by a force majeur clause.
- Assisted Iguá Saneamento S.A. with a basic sanitation PPP in State of Paraná.
Xavier Vasconcelos Advogados
Only founded in 2024, Xavier Vasconcelos Advogados has already built an impressive client roster, demonstrating a strong focus on constitutional, administrative, and regulatory law disputes, including proceedings before the Brazilian superior courts. Eduardo Xavier draws on his extensive experience in both the private and public sectors to advise on infrastructure, public, and regulatory law matters. Similarly, co-head Beto Ferreira Martins Vasconcelos leverages his background in senior federal government roles to advise clients across the mining, energy, and infrastructure sectors. Ana Luísa Ferreira Pinto is experienced in public law, contentious matters and third-sector work, while Carla Nascimento focuses on competition, regulatory and tax law.
Responsables de la pratique:
Beto Vasconcelos; Eduardo Xavier
Autres avocats clés:
Ana Luísa Ferreira Pinto; Carla Nascimento
Les références
‘Very competent, agile and pragmatic’
‘Beto Vasconcelos is one of the few lawyers capable of navigating all the departments and courts in Brasília in an intelligent, creative, honest and successful manner.’
‘Partner Ana Luisa is a chess master in public law litigation.’
Principaux clients
Paper Excellence B.V. /CA Investments (Brazil) S.A.
Eletrobras S.A.
The National Association and Union of Private Concessionaires of Water and Sewage Public Services (ABCON)
Brazilian Association of Gas Distribution Companies
The Brazilian Institute of Mining
The National Association of Railway Transporters
99 Tecnologia S.A.
Buser Brasil
Loft S.A.
Association of Private Port Terminals
Consórcio TEGRAM Itaqui
Instituto Trata Brasil
Principaux dossiers
- Represents Paper Excellence and CA Investments in litigation regarding the real estate transaction of a cellulose plant and the constitutional, legal and regulatory discussion about the limits and consequences of the acquisition or leasing of rural land in the national territory.
- Retained by Electrobras to provide a legal opinion in a R$3.5bn civil lawsuit before the Federal Supreme Court.
- Acted as amicus curiae in the Federal Court of Accounts, in an action aimed at revising the National Agency for Waterway Transportation (ANTAQ) regulation regarding container port terminal tariffs and fees.