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Abe Advogados

Labour & Employment: Highly Regarded

Brazil Guide 2026 : Brazil


Abe Advogados

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Overview:

Our Labor practice is best known for conducting strategic labor cases, providing technical advice, legal opinions and reports. The area is also recognized for acting in public civil actions, collective actions, and labor actions brought by senior executives.

We provide extensive legal advice on matters related to labor judicial and administrative litigation, helping clients in different types of disputes and litigation throughout the country.

The firm is strongly involved in the conduct of administrative actions pending with the Labor Prosecution Office, in defense of the clients’ interests in notifications of infringement still pending with the Ministry of Labor.

The team is strongly engaged in giving lectures and training to keep clients well informed and prepared to comply with the new labor legislation.

Partner:

Fernanda Garcez Lopes

Fernanda is the partner responsible for Labor Law. She has extensive experience in Individual and Collective Labor Law and focuses mainly on labor advisory work and handling administrative proceedings with the Labor Prosecutor’s Office. Fernanda works expediently and proactively, being recognized for her specialization in negotiating Conduct Adjustment Agreements (TACs), as well as for handling union negotiations and strategic labor claims on behalf of clients. She gives regular training courses to meet clients’ specific needs, in particular relating to changes to the law due to recent Labor Law Reform.

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Labour & Employment: Highly Regarded - Brazil

Band 4

Band 4


What the Team is Known For

Abe Advogados is an established firm advising players from the fashion, technology, food and education sectors. The team is equipped to assist with contractual issues, recognition of employment bonds and managing labour litigation portfolios. Its clients also benefit from its experience of handling labour mandates arising from corporate structuring.

Work Highlights

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  • Abe Advogados represented Dexter Negócios em Mídia in a lawsuit involving alleged discrimination and work dismissal during a cancer diagnosis.

Strengths

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  • What truly sets Abe Advogados apart from other firms is its diligence, attention to detail, and close involvement in the matters they handle. The team is always reachable and responsive across all levels of seniority.

    Labour & Employment: Highly Regarded respondentBrazil
  • I would highlight as a strong point Abe Advogados' solid technical expertise combined with clear and agile communication. In addition, the personalised service makes us feel secure and well supported in all legal matters. Its ability to operate in both local and international matters further sets the department apart, offering an integrated and strategic view of the business.

    Labour & Employment: Highly Regarded respondentBrazil
  • Abe Advogados has a high level of knowledge and consistently provides answers or new approaches that help us make better decisions than we would on our own. The team adds value by helping us reduce risks and protect the company from turbulence that could drain time and energy away from our core activities. Lawyers are always quick to respond and offer consistent, well‑reasoned guidance that is practical for our day‑to‑day operations

    Labour & Employment: Highly Regarded respondentBrazil

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 3Fernanda Garcez Lopes Cunha
    Band 3Fernanda Garcez Lopes Cunha

    Fernanda Garcez Lopes Cunha

    Fernanda Garcez Lopes Cunha leads the firm's labour and employment practice, handling significant matters including individual and collective lawsuits and negotiations. She is well regarded by clients from various industries.
    • Fernanda Garcez is a highly competent lawyer. She responds promptly and has excellent technical knowledge.

      Labour & Employment: Highly Regarded respondentBrazil
    • Fernanda is a partner who helps us a lot. She is very present and hands-on.

      Labour & Employment: Highly Regarded respondentBrazil
    • A dedicated and committed partner with in-depth knowledge of labour law, Fernanda is always ready to offer agile support and clear solutions, contributing significantly to our company's legal security.

      Labour & Employment: Highly Regarded respondentBrazil

Ranked Individuals at Abe Advogados (1)

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    Fernanda Garcez Lopes Cunha

    Labour & Employment: Highly Regarded

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