Rafael Mallmann

Head of the M&A, Banking and Services and Financial Transactions. Marcela graduated originally in Law in Public Business. 29 years of experience inclusive at golden circle law firms (both Brazilian and international), investment banks (in the front office, law department and as Compliance Officer ) and as head of the Law Department of one of the most efficent sustainable energy and alchool companies, with more than R$22 billion in debt transactions (debentures, LCIs, CRIs, notes, private ...

Ms. Renata Araujo has over 25 years of experience, with her career consistently focused on Labor Law. She leads the defense in labor litigation for major national and multinational companies across the energy, infrastructure, civil construction, aviation, textile, food, and paper and pulp sectors, among others. Ms. Araujo conducts strategic and preventive approaches for clients. She possesses vast expertise in monitoring corporate restructurings and judicial reorganizations, acting in the res...

Julie Bédard is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of International Arbitration and Litigation. Julie practices law in São Paulo, Brazil Best Lawyers has recognized Julie Bédard since 2020. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Julie Bédard is held by other lawyers.

Fabiana Fittipaldi Morade is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Labor and Employment Law. Fabiana practices law in São Paulo, Brazil Best Lawyers has recognized Fabiana Fittipaldi Morade since 2026. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Fabiana Fittipaldi Morade is held by other lawyers.

Mr. Areno has worked on more than 40 offerings, including of Banco BTG Pactual, Azul, Ultrapar, Cosan, Tarpon, BR Malls, Iguatemi, MetLife and Banco do Brasil. In addition, he has been involved in several mergers and acquisitions, including representing Deutsche Bank AG as financial advisor to Enersis Américas S.A. (Chile) in the US$22 billion restructuring of certain companies controlled by Enel (recognized as a 2017 Global Finance Deal of the Year (Insolvency and Restructuring) by Th...

Ulisses Penachio is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Litigation. Ulisses practices law in São Paulo, Brazil Best Lawyers has recognized Ulisses Penachio since 2022. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Ulisses Penachio is held by other lawyers.

Specialist in Tax Litigation and Advisory, Fernando Westin has a robust background in leading tax litigation teams for both domestic and multinational companies. As a partner focused of the Tax Litigation team in São Paulo, Westin excels in administrative and judicial tax disputes, due diligence processes, and participation in amnesty and installment programs. Recognized as a Highly Recommended Lawyer by ITR World Tax, Highly Recommended by Chambers Brazil, and a Highlight in Best Lawy...

Gabrielle A. de Melo Aleluia is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Litigation. Gabrielle A. practices law in Belo Horizonte, Brazil Best Lawyers has recognized Gabrielle A. de Melo Aleluia since 2026. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Gabrielle A. de Melo Aleluia is held by other lawyers.

Luis Antonio da Gama e Silva Neto is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Litigation. Luis Antonio practices law in São Paulo, Brazil Best Lawyers has recognized Luis Antonio da Gama e Silva Neto since 2020. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Luis Antonio da Gama e Silva Neto is held by other lawyers.

Luciana Arduin has over 20 years of experience, with a professional practice focused on labour and employment law. She is highly specialised in defending clients from the banking, civil construction, and telecommunications sectors in complex labour lawsuits, particularly those involving high-level executives. She holds an undergraduate degree in Law from Mackenzie Presbyterian University and a postgraduate degree from the Pontifical Catholic University of São Paulo (PUC-SP). Early in h...