30 Aug Chambers Latin America 2020
Chambers Latin America 2020: https://chambers.com/law-firm/vaz-buranello-shingaki-oioli-advogados-latin-america-9:238103
Read some comments about us:
Agribusiness
“Recently established boutique firm with seasoned team offering broad capabilities handling agribusiness mandates. Particularly noted for advising on the issuance of receivables certificates, agricultural warrants and rural product-backed certificates, also performing due diligence and executing guarantees. Also provides counsel on regulatory matters, including pesticide regulations and import and export agreements.”
“A commentator says: “The team knows how to present to the client the different ways of doing business in the Brazilian agribusiness market, particularly on the financing side.”
“Name partner Renato Buranello is a revered figure in the sector, with market sources often rating him as “a reference” and “one of the main practitioners in the industry.” A client says: “He understands regulatory matters and the sector as a whole, he combines the economic with the legal side,” while another adds that “he knows how the authorities work and this specific expertise adds a lot of value.” Besides his activity in regulatory mandates, Buranello also acts on capital markets deals involving the sector.”
Capital Markets
“Active practice group offering assistance to private companies and financial institutions with local debt securities offerings. Maintains a solid track record in restricted placements of debentures, also advising on the issuance of infrastructure debentures, financial bills and commercial notes. Complementary strength in securisations, particularly agribusiness receivables certificates.”
“One source highlights the “pro-business and flexible team who are able to adapt their approach to clients of all sizes,” and also praises their “sense of partnership, credibility and great knowledge of agribusiness-related transactions.”
“Interviewees describe Erik Oioli as “a great professional who is very experienced in local debt offerings and securitisations work.” He regularly assists underwriters, corporate issuers ‘and securitisation firms with both CVM-registered and restricted public offerings. Another client says: “He draws upon a solid background in this practice area and many years of experience to provide really good work.”
Tax
“Frequently assists domestic companies from various sectors with consultancy and litigation. Instructed by players from the power sector to advise on corporate restructuring and acquisitions. Also acts in administrative and judicial courts, covering the full range of direct and indirect taxation.”
“One satisfied source appreciates “the high-quality work provided by the firm” and goes on to assert: “They are true partners who defend their clients with great competency and dedication.”
“Very capable and agile” co-head of department Paulo César Ruzisca Vaz is regularly instructed to assist with consultancy mandates, handling both direct and indirect taxes. “He contributed a lot during one M&A, analysing the potential risks, in addition to developing a tax strategy. Paulo brings ideas and remains up to date with the tax legislation,” according to a client. He is particularly popular among domestic players.”