Lobo de Rizzo’s Corporate, Mergers and Acquisitions practice has solid experience in high-profile cases involving M&amp;A, private equity, joint ventures, venture capital, corporate reorganizations, and strategic partnerships. Our work combines technical excellence with a deep understanding of business, offering qualified support for clients’ decision-making in highly complex contexts.Having participated in transactions with a combined value exceeding US$ 20 billion, our attorneys advise companies and investors on domestic and cross-border corporate and M&amp;A transactions throughout the entire transaction cycle.Our practice is recognized in Brazil and abroad for its contribution to shaping the Brazilian corporate landscape in sectors such as education, food and agribusiness, technology, logistics, transportation, consulting and professional services, and consumer goods.We advise our clients closely, with direct involvement from partners and in coordination with other practice areas within the firm. This approach is reflected in a high level of client loyalty and the firm’s recurring selection as counsel in successive investment and consolidation cycles.<h2>Services</h2>Mergers and Acquisitions (M&amp;A) Advice on buy-side&nbsp;and sell-side&nbsp;transactions, including acquisitions, divestitures, mergers, spin-offs, and takeovers, in both domestic and international contexts.Private Equity Experience advising funds and sophisticated investors, with expertise in complex investment, governance, and divestment structures.Venture Capital Advising on investment rounds and M&amp;A transactions involving venture-backed companies, particularly during transition and consolidation phases.Joint Ventures Structuring, negotiation, implementation, and dissolution of joint ventures, including partnership agreements, investment contracts, and governance rules.Corporate Reorganizations Planning and implementation of corporate reorganizations, whether focused on governance, operational efficiency, strategy, or regulatory compliance.Strategic Partnerships Structuring of strategic alliances and complex commercial agreements, aligned with clients’ objectives.Due Diligence Conducting structured due diligence processes, using technological tools, clear reporting methodologies, and a focus on efficiency and decision-making.Search funds Advising search funds&nbsp;and serial&nbsp;acquirers, including hybrid financing structures, governance, and successive acquisition models.Franchising Advising on&nbsp;M&amp;A transactions involving franchises, negotiating master franchise agreements, and developing network expansion models for domestic and international franchisors.<h2>Awards</h2><ul style="list-style-type:disc;padding-left:48px;"><li>Chambers Brazil – Transactional</li><li>Chambers Global</li><li>Legal 500</li><li>Latin Lawyer 250</li><li>IFLR1000</li><li>Leaders League</li></ul>

The team has a unique ability to handle complex matters. It acts creatively, with business acumen, and avoids wasting time on unnecessary obstacles.

Corporate, Mergers and Acquisitions

Solid experience in high-profile cases involving M&A, private equity, joint ventures, venture capital, corporate reorganizations, and strategic partnerships.

José Orlando A. de Arrochela Lobo

Experience

Graduation

Awards and Recognitions