Squire Patton Boggs is noted for oil and gas, and chemicals transactions - particularly in Brazil. The Houston-based team is also building its presence in energy transition (including wind and solar) and technology matters. Paula Galhardo is licensed to practice in Brazil and has close-links to Brazilian businesses; she is regional counsel for two chemicals companies and has also advised Brazilian companies on their expansions into the US, Europe and Asia. She works closely with colleagues in Miami, Cleveland and also the California offices for data privacy matters. Cássio Braga Arantes has joined Shell.