In a globalized and competitive market, mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are essential for the growth and sustainability of companies.

These operations provide entry into new markets, verticalization, internationalization, achievement of economies of scale, portfolio expansion and debt reduction. We provide legal advice to national and foreign clients in mergers and acquisitions, structuring operations efficiently to achieve their objectives.

With extensive experience in various sectors, we work in operations in Brazil and abroad. Our multidisciplinary team addresses all legal issues involved, such as corporate, tax, labor, financial, consumer protection and regulatory aspects, ensuring the success of transactions. In partnership with the Competition Law team, we assess economic concentration and the need for notification to CADE.

We work closely with all parties involved, from the target company to the buyers, such as private equity funds and strategic investors, as well as their financial advisors and auditors. We cover all stages of the acquisition of private and publicly held companies, including:

• Stock and asset purchase and sale contracts;
• Incorporations, mergers, corporate reorganizations and takeovers;
• Competitive processes;
• Private equity investments;
• Corporate governance and directors’ responsibility;
• Operations involving escrow accounts.

We also offer:

• Structuring of purchase and sale operations of corporate shares;
• Establishment of joint ventures;
• Conducting due diligence on companies, assets and partners;
• Negotiation of shareholder or quotaholder agreements;
• Representation of foreign clients in mergers and acquisitions.