June 24, 2026 (SÃO PAULO and NEW YORK) — Broadfield, the innovative global law firm in strategic partnership with SHP Legal Services, an A&M Inc. affiliate, today announced its expansion into Brazil starting its activities in São Paulo in association with IW Melcheds, a Brazilian law firm recognized for its work in corporate law, mergers and acquisitions, private equity, compliance, tax, litigation, and other key areas of business law.
The São Paulo office marks Broadfield’s first presence in Latin America and is part of its global strategy to provide world-class legal advice with local expertise, coordinated cross-border work, and rational pricing powered by cutting-edge technology. This office will help Broadfield serve clients with interests in Brazil and Latin America and offer local companies, entrepreneurs, funds, and family enterprises access to its expanding global platform.
“Brazil is one of the world’s most important, fastest-growing legal markets, and São Paulo is a critical hub for clients doing business across the Americas. Our association with IW Melcheds gives Broadfield a strong presence in Brazil, with lawyers who have the commercial judgement clients expect from a global firm."
Peter Sacripanti
Chair of Broadfield Holdings
IW Melcheds has built its reputation over more than a decade through a practical, multidisciplinary approach. The firm is recognized in Brazil and internationally by leading legal publications and rankings, including Chambers and Partners, The Legal 500, Latin Lawyer, LACCA, Who’s Who Legal, Best Lawyers, Leaders League, and Análise Advocacia. The São Paulo team comprises partners with extensive experience advising Brazilian and multinational clients on transactional, regulatory, dispute, and advisory matters.
Ricardo Inglez de Souza, Luiz Werneck, Rodrigo Mello, and Roberto Rached, members of the Board of IW Melcheds, had the view that their clients have multicultural routes and multijurisdictional activities. Maintaining their autonomy as a Brazilian law firm while integrating with Broadfield’s global structure will be key to delivering even greater quality and depth in their legal services.
“We have always believed that a global approach to legal challenges is a must for attending to our clients in Brazilian legal matters.”
Ricardo Inglez de Souza
Co-Managing Partner of IW Melcheds and Broadfield Brazil
“Working in association with Broadfield provides our clients with a more robust cross-border framework while enabling us to continue delivering practical, technically rigorous advice in Brazil, complemented by the innovative modern delivery that Broadfield offers.”
Roberto Rached
Co-Managing Partner of IW Melcheds and Broadfield Brazil
Broadfield’s expansion into Brazil follows the firm’s launch in December 2024 and subsequent growth across the United Kingdom, Hong Kong, and the United States. Since its launch, the firm has brought on 164 laterals, including 50 partners worldwide, and will be continuing to expand in key jurisdictions.
Broadfield’s model separates the practice of law from many of the operational demands of running a law firm. SHP Legal Services, an A&M Inc. affiliate, allows Broadfield to incorporate Alvarez & Marsal’s advisory capabilities while remaining an independent, partner-owned law firm. With Alvarez & Marsal’s strong presence in Brazil, Broadfield and IW Melcheds offer clients a cohesive action plan spanning legal, tax, regulatory, and operational considerations.
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