Lefosse Advogados

A powerhouse in both the debt and equity markets, Lefosse Advogados is consistently at the forefront of major capital markets transactions. Recent standout deals include SABESP’s R$14.7bn privatisation follow-on offering and Eletrobras’ $750m infrastructure bond—the first issuance of its kind under Law 14,801. Luiz Octavio Lopes, who has led numerous equity capital markets transactions with a recent focus on follow-on offerings, co-heads the team with Ricardo Prado, known for advising issuers and underwriters on public offerings in local and international markets and for his strong track record in fixed-income transactions. Managing partner Rodrigo Junqueira is a key contact for issuers and coordinators in ECM and DCM deals. Jana Araujo is recognised for her expertise in domestic and cross-border equity offerings, while Bruno Massis advises on public offerings of debt securities, equity, and private placements. Felipe Paiva joined from TozziniFreire in May 2025, bringing extensive experience in securitisations, fund formation, and follow-on offerings of alternative funds.