Awards

Being recognized by awards organized by respected entities, both nationally and internationally, is proof that the commitment to excellence and teamwork are generating exceptional results. These distinctions not only reflect the satisfaction and trust of our clients, but also evidence the recognition of the entire legal community and the market, which values and praises the quality of our work.

Over the years, Sion Advogados has stood out for its dedication to providing innovative and effective legal solutions, building a solid reputation in several areas of Law. The awards we have received are a testament to the positive impact we have generated, both for our clients and the sector as a whole, reinforcing our leadership position and motivating us to continue the pursuit of excellence in all the services we provide.

We invite you to explore below the dozens of awards that Sion Advogados has won over more than a decade of existence, each one representing an important milestone in our trajectory of success. Such honors reflect not only the recognition of our work, but also our ongoing commitment to ethics, quality and excellence in serving our customers.

Editorial Analysis Category: Most Admired in Brazil Years: 2025, 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014 and 2012

The Análise Advocacia yearbook is the largest and most relevant survey conducted in the Brazilian legal market. More than 1,000 directors of the country's leading companies are consulted by the publication team and vote for the firms and professionals they admire most.

Sion Advogados, its founding partner, Alexandre Sion, and other partners have been recognized, since 2012, in the top spots of the select list of the most admired law firms and lawyers in the country.

In 2025, we celebrated 1st place in Brazil in the Environmental and Electrical Sector areas, in addition to being the most admired firm in Minas Gerais in the Comprehensive category. In addition, we were also recognized in the top positions in strategic areas such as Real Estate, Steel and Mining, and Machinery and Equipment.

Our partners, Alexandre Sion and Bernardo Pessoa, were highlighted among the most admired lawyers in the country. Alexandre, for the 8th consecutive year, has maintained 1st place in Brazil in Environmental Law.

Chambers Global Years: 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016 and 2015 Categories: “Notable Lawyer” and “Advocacy Leaders”

Chambers Global, one of the largest and most important publications in the world, named the founding partner of Sion Advogados, Alexandre Sion, as one of the “notable lawyers” and “law leaders” since 2015.

The publication highlights Sion Advogados as one of the most admired firms in Brazil in the area of Energy and Natural Resources; Mining.

Chambers Latin America Years: 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015 and 2014 Categories: “Notable Lawyer” and “Advocacy Leaders”

In 2021, the "Chambers Brazil" guide replaced "Chambers Latin America" in the Brazilian legal market. Since then, we have been recognized by the new publication, continuing the recognition received since 2014.

The English publication Chambers Latin America is considered one of the largest and most important global legal publications. Since 2014, Chambers has elected Alexandre Sion, founding partner of Sion Advogados, in the categories: Corporate/Commercial: Soth East” and “Energy and Natural Resources; Mining”

The same publication highlighted that the founding partner of Sion Advogados “is an active participant in the discussions to formulate a new regulatory framework for the sector”.

Also in previous editions of the publication, Sion's clients highlighted that Alexandre Sion and Sion Advogados “have in-depth knowledge of the sector, experience and notable expertise in contracts, mining and environmental law, in addition to being insightful in their business vision”.

Chambers Brazil Year: 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021

Since 2021, Chambers' inaugural year in the country, the award has highlighted Alexandre Sion, founding partner of Sion Advogados, as one of the most admired lawyers in the areas of Environmental, Energy and Natural Resources: Mining and Corporate/Commercial: Minas Gerais - Brazil. In 2023 and 2024, both Sion Advogados and our partner Luiza Guerra were recognized in the area of Energy and Natural Resources: Mining.

The Latin American Lawyer

Mining Law Firm of the Year - Latin American Lawyer Energy & Infrastructure Awards 2024

Sion Advogados was elected Latin America's Law Firm of the Year in the Mining category by the prestigious The Latin American Lawyer Energy & Infrastructure Awards 2024. In an event that brought together the main law firms in Latin America and large Energy, Mining and Infrastructure companies, we had the privilege of being the only firm to win the award in the category.

Being the only firm in Latin America to win the award in the Mining category is a huge honor and reflects our commitment to the sector.

The Legal 500 Years: 2025, 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016 and 2015

“The Legal 500” is an English publication considered one of the largest and most renowned certification and research publications in the legal field in the world. And Sion Advogados has been listed on its pages as one of the most admired firms in Brazil in its segment since 2015.

The publication highlights that the office “stands out for its expertise in infrastructure matters working on large projects, and that its founding partner, Alexandre Sion, has an impressive CV in the area”. The publication also highlights the office's work in matters of energy, natural resources and mining.

Who's Who Legal Years: 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018 and 2017

The Who’s Who Legal publication is one of the most important in the world and is present in 100 countries. Alexandre Sion has been recognized as one of the most admired lawyers in the Environmental area since 2017.

IFLR 1000 Year: 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018 and 2017

The publication identifies, annually, the main offices that work in the Finance and Corporate sectors. Since 2017, Sion Advogados has been recognized as one of the most admired firms in the Project Development area.

Leaders League Years: 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019 and 2018

Sion Advogados has been recognized by the prestigious French magazine Leaders League for excellence in the legal sector since 2018. In the 2023 edition, we were highlighted in the areas of Environmental, Mining and Corporate Law.

In the current research cycle, the firm was listed in the “Brazil Best Law Firms for Dispute Resolution” ranking and our partners Alexandre Sion and Bernardo Pessoa were referred to as experts in the area. This year we had already been recognized in the “Environmental Law”, “Mining Law” and “Corporate/Commercial” rankings, with highlights, among others, as a highly recommended firm. In 2022, Sion Advogados was recognized in the areas of Environmental Law and Mining Law. In 2021, we were recognized in the areas of Environmental Law, Mining Law and Mediation. In 2020, the recognition came in the area of Environmental Law and in 2019 and 2018 in the area of Civil and Commercial Litigation.

REGIONAL LAWYER ANALYSIS 2024

1st Place in Minas Gerais. Since 2018, we have been ranked first among the most admired comprehensive law firms in the state, according to Análise Advocacia, the leading national publication. We would like to reiterate our gratitude to all our clients for their trust and recognition, and to the Sion Advogados team for their dedication and quality work.

WOMEN'S LAWYER ANALYSIS 2024

We celebrate the achievement of our partner, Luiza Guerra, recognized as one of the Most Admired Lawyers in Brazil by the Análise Advocacia Mulher ranking. Her dedication, excellence and commitment reflect the values and mission of Sion Advogados to provide high-quality legal services. This recognition highlights not only individual talent, but also the collective impact of extraordinary women in the Brazilian legal profession.

Top Ranked Lawyers Latin America Year: 2022 e 2021

Sion Advogados and Alexandre Sion have been recognized by Top Ranked as a leading law firm and lawyer in Energy and Natural Resources, Environment, Mining, Projects and Dispute Resolution. Alexandre Sion has been recognized as a leading lawyer in the areas of Energy and Natural Resources, Environment and Mining.

Best Lawyers ® Categoria: The Best Lawyers in Brazil© years: 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016 e 2015

The Best Lawyers publication is present in almost 70 countries and is the oldest peer-to-peer publication in the world. Since 2015, Alexandre Sion, founding partner of Sion Advogados, has been recognized in the Environmental, Mining, Natural Resources, Corporate and M&A categories. This year, he was also recognized as Lawyer of the Year in Environmental Law for Minas Gerais. The firm's partner, Bernardo Pessoa was recognized this year in Environmental and Luiza Guerra, in Mining.

Great place to work

For the fourth consecutive year, Sion Advogados has proudly received the Great Place to Work seal. The GPTW Certification adds even more credibility to an environment that is constantly adapting to become an increasingly welcoming place for everyone.

The Legal 500 Client Satisfaction

Sion Advogados has been recognized by Legal500 as a leading firm in client satisfaction. According to the new Research, Data and Client Intelligence division of this renowned publication, Sion Advogados obtained a high score in client satisfaction, reaffirming our position as one of the leading firms in Brazil in quality of service. This result is the result of 6 years of in-depth research with clients around the world, consolidating our dedication to ethics, competence and excellence in the legal sector.

DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION ANALYSIS 2024

Sion Advogados is proud to be recognized once again by Análise Advocacia for Diversity and Inclusion, once again featuring among the firms that stand out for their inclusion practices. This recognition is a reflection of our ongoing commitment to building a work environment that values diversity and promotes inclusion. For us, each recognition reinforces the conviction that, by embracing different perspectives and experiences, we not only enrich our organizational culture, but also expand our ability to offer more innovative and effective legal solutions.

Other Awards

REGIONAL LAWYER ANALYSIS 2024
1st Place in Minas Gerais. Since 2018, we have been ranked first among the most admired comprehensive law firms in the state, according to Análise Advocacia, the leading national publication. We would like to reiterate our gratitude to all our clients for their trust and recognition, and to the Sion Advogados team for their dedication and quality work.

WOMEN'S LAWYER ANALYSIS 2024
We celebrate the achievement of our partner, Luiza Guerra, recognized as one of the Most Admired Lawyers in Brazil by the Análise Advocacia Mulher ranking. Her dedication, excellence, and commitment reflect Sion Advogados' values and mission to offer high-quality legal services. This recognition highlights not only individual talent, but also the collective impact of extraordinary women in Brazilian law.

DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION ANALYSIS 2024
Sion Advogados is proud to be recognized once again by Análise Advocacia in Diversity and Inclusion, once again appearing among the firms that stand out for their inclusion practices. This recognition is a reflection of our ongoing commitment to building a work environment that values diversity and promotes inclusion. For us, each recognition strengthens the conviction that, by embracing different perspectives and experiences, we not only enrich our organizational culture, but also expand our ability to offer more innovative and effective legal solutions.

PGA - ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT AWARD 2024
Associação Zeladoria do Planeta

Sion Advogados and Dr. Alexandre Sion
Best Environmental Law Practice 2024 category

Zeladoria do Planeta is an environmental organization founded in 2001 and based in Belo Horizonte. The institution promotes environmental events, campaigns, courses, training projects and competitions, as well as working to create environmental education centers. The award, which has been held since 2004, recognizes outstanding initiatives in the development of socio-environmental projects in Minas Gerais.

CORPORATE INTL

Sion Advogados and Alexandre Sion were, for the 5th consecutive year, recognized by the Global Awards of the international publication Corporate INTL in the following categories:

- Environmental Law - Law Firm of the Year in Brazil – 2025
- Infrastructure Projects Law Firm of the Year in Brazil – 2025
- Infrastructure Projects Lawyer of the Year in Brazil – 2025

In 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020 and 2019, the firm was elected in the category “Law Firm of the Year for Infrastructure Projects in Brazil”. In the category “Environmental Law - Law Firm of the Year in Brazil – 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021 and 2020”.

Lawyer International - Legal 100 - 2025

Alexandre Sion, founder of Sion Advogados, was elected Best “Founder of the Year – Brazil” by the international publication Lawyer International - Legal 100 - 2025. This award not only highlights Alexandre Sion's achievements, but also reaffirms our leadership position in the legal sector, motivating us to continue promoting a legal practice guided by ethics, competence and dedication.

GLOBAL 100 - 2025 AWARDS

Alexandre Sion, founding partner of Sion Advogados, was elected "Best Founder of the Year - Brazil" by the Global 100 - 2025 Awards. The Global 100 Awards is an annual international award that recognizes the best companies, organizations and professionals in various industries around the world.

PGA - PRÊMIO GESTÃO AMBIENTAL 2024

Planetary Care Association

Sion Advogados and Dr. Alexandre Sion
Best Environmental Law Firm of 2024 Category

Planetary Care is an environmental organization founded in 2001 and headquartered in Belo Horizonte. The organization promotes events, campaigns, courses, training projects and environmental competitions, in addition to working on the creation of environmental education centers. The award, held since 2004, recognizes initiatives that have stood out in the development of socio-environmental projects in Minas Gerais.

Prêmio Anual da Rede de Advogados de 2021

A The Lawyer Network é uma publicação internacional, informativa, especializada em identificar os melhores profissionais do direito, em cada país.

Em 2021, a Sion Advogados foi contemplada na categoria Projetos de Infraestrutura Escritório do Ano no Brasil.

Corporate Amarica Today 2020

A publicação Corporate America Today reconheceu a Sion Advogados como o Melhor Escritório de Advocacia do Ano – Brasil

International Advisory Experts

Alexandre Sion, sócio-fundador da Sion Advogados, foi contemplado pela premiação internacional International Advisory Experts, aliança global de firmas jurídicas, financeiras e de consultoria bem estabelecidas e experientes.

Finance Monthly Legal Awards

Na décima edição da premiação Finance Monthly Legal Awards a Sion Advogados foi premiada, pela segunda vez, na categoria “Direito Constitucional – Escritório do Ano – Brasil”.

Global 100 Index – 2022, 2021, 2020, 20219

A Sion Advogados e o Sócio – fundador Alexandre Sion, foram premiados pelo Global 100, ranking das corporações mais sustentáveis do mundo, nas categorias “Melhor Fundador do Ano (2022, 2021, 2020 e 2019) – Brasil” e “Melhor Escritório do Ano (2022, 2021, 2020 e 2019) – Brasil“, respectivamente.

Global Excellence Awards – Best Cross-Border Transactions Law Firm 2019 – Brazil

O guia Acquisition International reconheceu a Sion Advogados como o melhor escritório do Brasil na categoria Transações Internacionais pelo ano de 2019.

Global Law Experts Annual Awards – Law Firm of the Year in Brazil – 2022, 2021, 2020 e 2019 (Environmental Law and Infrastructure Projects)

Global Law Experts Annual Awards – Environmental Law – Law Firm of the Year in Brazil – 2023, 2022, 2021 e 2020

A Sion Advogados foi reconhecida pelo guia Global Law Experts como Escritório do Ano na categoria Direito Ambiental no Brasil, em 2020, 2021, 2022 e 2023.

Global Law Experts Annual Awards – Infrastructure Projects – Law Firm of the Year in Brazil – 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020 e 2019

A Sion Advogados foi reconhecida pelo guia Global Law Experts como Escritório do Ano de Projetos de Infraestrutura na categoria Boutique, em 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 e 2023.

Lawyer International – Legal 100 Awards – 2019, 2020, 2021 e 2022

Lawyer International Legal 100 busca empresas e indivíduos que são líderes em suas áreas de atuação, com notória habilidade em situações complexas, além de alta qualidade técnica.

A Sion advogados foi premiada pela Lawyer International Legal 100 nas categoriais “Best Law Firm of the Year – Brazil” – 2019, 2020, 2021 2 2022. O sócio-fundador da Sion Advogados, Alexandre Sion também foi selecionado como o ” Best Founder of the Year – Brazil – 2019 e 2020, 2021 e 2022″, respectivamente.

AI – Acquisition International – Leading Civil – Law Adviser of the Year, Brazil ®

Na edição de 2018, a Sion Advogados e Alexandre Sion, seu sócio-fundador, foram reconhecidos pela Acquisition International ® na categoria Leading Civil Law Adviser of the Year, no Brasil.

A publicação Acquisition International tem sede na Inglaterra e distribuição global, sendo considerada uma das mais respeitadas na área de finanças corporativas.

Em 2016, o escritório Sion Advogados foi reconhecido pela Acquisition International ® na categoria Melhor Banca no segmento de Infraestrutura.

A revista Acquisition International tem sede na Inglaterra e distribuição global, sendo considerada uma das mais respeitadas na área de finanças corporativas.

Em 2016, o escritório Sion Advogados foi reconhecido pela Acquisition International ®, em seu terceiro prêmio anual consecutivo (2016, 2015 e 2014) na categoria “escolha do cliente” (“client’s choice”), como melhor escritório de advocacia na área de fusões e aquisições.

A revista Acquisition International tem sede na Inglaterra e distribuição global, sendo considerada uma das mais respeitadas na área de finanças corporativas.

Wealth & Finance INTL – most outstanding law firm 2016

Apontado em 2016 como um dos Mais Destacados Escritórios de Advocacia do Brasil pela Wealth & Finance INTL.

International Advisory Experts 2016 e 2018

Em 2016 e 2018, Alexandre Sion foi nomeado no International Advisory Award como expert nas áreas do Direito Ambiental, Contratos Comerciais, Direito de Infraestrutura & Projetos no Brasil.

Corporate Livewire – Innovation & Excellence Awards 2017 – Excelência em Direito Constitucional

Alexandre Sion foi premiado pela Corporate Livewire – Innovation & Excellence Awards 2017 por excelência em Direito Constitucional.

AI – Leading Advisors of the Year

Em 2016, o escritório Sion Advogados foi premiado pela AI – Acquisition International ® como ŒLeading Renewable Energy Consultant of the Year, Brazil.

A revista Acquisition International tem sede na Inglaterra e distribuição global, sendo considerada uma das mais respeitadas na área de finanças corporativas.

Corporate LiveWire M&A Awards 2017

Alexandre Sion foi premiado, pela Mergers & Acquisitions Awards Guide, por sua excelência na atuação profissional em fusões e aquisições.

A Corporate LiveWire Awards premia, anualmente, os mais importantes representantes de diversos setores, inclusive escritórios de advocacia e consultores, que lidam com fusões e aquisições.

Finance Monthly – Law Awards 2017

Constitutional Law – Law Firm of the Year – Brazil

A Sion Advogados foi premiada, pela Finance Monthly Law Awards 2017, na categoria Direito Constitucional – Escritório do Ano – Brasil.

AI – Acquisition International ®

Em 2017, o escritório Sion Advogados foi premiado pela AI – Acquisition International ® como Ones to Watch in Renewable Energy in 2017.

A revista Acquisition International tem sede na Inglaterra e distribuição global, sendo considerada uma das mais respeitadas na área de finanças corporativas.

Business Growth Awards ®

Em 2017, o escritório Sion Advogados teve a honra de receber ser premiado pela Business Growth Awards como Best Law Firm – 2017.

AI Legal Awards Best Corporate Law Firm 2017 – Brazil & Corporate Law Attorney of the Year 2017 – Brazil

Em 2017, a AI Legal Awards concedeu à Sion Advogados o título de Best Corporate Law Firm 2017 – Brazil & Corporate Law Attorney of the Year 2017 – Brazil pela sua atuação na área.

A revista Acquisition International tem sede na Inglaterra e distribuição global, sendo considerada uma das mais respeitadas na área de finanças corporativas.

Lawyer Monthly

Winner in the category of – Constitutional Law – Law Firm of the Year – Brazil

Legal Awards 2017

Em 2017, a Lawyer Monthly reconheceu a atuação da Sion Advogados em direito constitucional. A Lawyer Monthly publica anualmente os profissionais individuais e os escritórios vencedores de cada categoria, após a condução de pesquisas e votos.

Na edição de 2018, orgulhosamente, Alexandre Sion, sócio fundador da Sion Advogados, foi reconhecido pela Lawyer Monthly Magazine como um dos finalistas da Lawyer 100 Brasil Awards 2018, o qual seleciona os advogados mais notáveis do Brasil nas áreas em que atuam.

Corporate USA Today Law Awards e Annual Awards

Na edição de 2018, a Sion Advogados, orgulhosamente, anuncia sua indicação na publicação Corporate USA Today – Annual Awards – 2018 edition, na categoria Best Law Firm of the Year – Brazil.

Ainda, na publicação Corporate USA Today – Law Awards – 2018 edition, Alexandre Sion foi reconhecido como Best Founder of the Year – Brazil, sobre o qual temos a honra de comunicar.

Renomados pelo incomparável público-alvo, agora com uma base de assinantes totalizando 287.768 pessoas, a publicação é vanguardista em todas as questões empresariais, alcançando profissionais dos níveis de negociadores, tomadores de decisões e conselheiros ativos no mercado de negócios dos Estados Unidos.

The Lawyer International – Global Awards Best Founder of the Year

Sion Advogados orgulhosamente anuncia que seu sócio-fundador, Alexandre Sion, foi selecionado para o prêmio Best Founder of the Year – Brazil, pela The Lawyer International Global Awards, edição de 2018.

Esse prêmio tem por escopo homenagear os escritórios e advogados mais prolíficos de sua categoria, que continuamente manifestam um grande nível de dedicação e habilidade de concorrer com profissionais igualmente fortes, dentro de sua área de especialização.

Awards

Editorial Analysis Category: Most Admired in Brazil Years: 2025, 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014 and 2012

Chambers Global Years: 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016 and 2015 Categories: “Notable Lawyer” and “Advocacy Leaders”

Chambers Latin America Years: 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015 and 2014 Categories: “Notable Lawyer” and “Advocacy Leaders”

Chambers Brazil Year: 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021

The Latin American Lawyer

The Legal 500 Years: 2025, 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016 and 2015

Who's Who Legal Years: 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018 and 2017

IFLR 1000 Year: 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018 and 2017

Leaders League Years: 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019 and 2018

REGIONAL LAWYER ANALYSIS 2024

WOMEN'S LAWYER ANALYSIS 2024

Top Ranked Lawyers Latin America Year: 2022 e 2021

Best Lawyers ® Categoria: The Best Lawyers in Brazil© years: 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016 e 2015

Great place to work

The Legal 500 Client Satisfaction

DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION ANALYSIS 2024

Other Awards

CORPORATE INTL

Lawyer International - Legal 100 - 2025

GLOBAL 100 - 2025 AWARDS

PGA - PRÊMIO GESTÃO AMBIENTAL 2024

Prêmio Anual da Rede de Advogados de 2021

Corporate Amarica Today 2020

International Advisory Experts

Finance Monthly Legal Awards

Global 100 Index – 2022, 2021, 2020, 20219

Global Excellence Awards – Best Cross-Border Transactions Law Firm 2019 – Brazil

Global Law Experts Annual Awards – Law Firm of the Year in Brazil – 2022, 2021, 2020 e 2019 (Environmental Law and Infrastructure Projects)

Lawyer International – Legal 100 Awards – 2019, 2020, 2021 e 2022

AI – Acquisition International – Leading Civil – Law Adviser of the Year, Brazil ®

AI Legal Awards – Melhor Banca no segmento de Infraestrutura – Brasil ©

M&A Awards ® – “Melhor em Fusões e Aquisições – Brasil ©”

Wealth & Finance INTL – most outstanding law firm 2016

International Advisory Experts 2016 e 2018

Corporate Livewire – Innovation & Excellence Awards 2017 – Excelência em Direito Constitucional

AI – Leading Advisors of the Year

Corporate LiveWire M&A Awards 2017

Finance Monthly – Law Awards 2017

AI – Acquisition International ®

Business Growth Awards ®

AI Legal Awards Best Corporate Law Firm 2017 – Brazil & Corporate Law Attorney of the Year 2017 – Brazil

Lawyer Monthly

Legal Awards 2017

Corporate USA Today Law Awards e Annual Awards

The Lawyer International – Global Awards Best Founder of the Year

Corporate LiveWire – Global Awards 2018 Constitutional Lawyer of the Year

Corporate Intl – Global Awards Infrastructure Projects Law Firm of the Year in Brazil 2019

M&A Today Global Awards – Best Lawyers