
Leonardo Moreira Costa de Souza
With over 25 years of experience, Leonardo Moreira specializes in the legal structuring of business ventures, including corporate transactions, mergers and acquisitions, succession and estate planning, real estate projects, agribusiness, and infrastructure across various economic sectors.
Recognized for his broad business vision and negotiation skills, Leonardo plays a key role in designing corporate and contractual structures aimed at attracting investments and developing ventures in Brazil, serving both domestic and international clients. He has led numerous M&A transactions across different industries, advising buyers and sellers, individuals and corporations alike. He also works in judicial disputes and arbitration involving corporate conflicts. With solid experience in administrative law, he leads infrastructure projects, public concessions, and Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs), with deep knowledge of the regulatory aspects involved.
Areas of Expertise
Contracts, Corporate, M&A and Business Law, Infrastructure and Regulatory, Real Estate, Wealth and Succession PlanningEducation
Master’s degree in Corporate Law from Pontifícia Universidade Católica de São Paulo (PUC-SP)
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) from Pontifícia Universidade Católica de São Paulo (PUC-SP)
Professional Activities
Member of professional associations focused on agribusiness
Member of the Brazilian Bar Association in São Paulo (OAB/SP) and Minas Gerais (OAB/MG)
Recognition
Recognized by Chambers and Partners Brazil, Latin Lawyer 250, The Legal 500, and Leaders League in the areas of Corporate/M&A, Administrative Law, Public Law, Real Estate, and Projects & Infrastructure as “a renowned expert in contracts, corporate law, infrastructure, and real estate”
Listed as LACCA Approved in Corporate/M&A