Brazil Guide 2026 : Brazil
Ranked Individual
Provided by Azevedo Sette Advogados
Azevedo Sette has an expert team coordinated by professionals with years of experience in tax advising, consulting and litigation. The Team´s principal goal is to understand the client´s business and reality to create customized solutions that optimize results and smaller tax impacts on the business or transaction, from a strategic point of view, coordinating consulting and litigation perspectives. The practice is recognized as reference in tax planning in national and international legal guides and rankings, as well as strategic litigation.
The firm is ranked by Chambers 2025 Region – Tax: Minas Gerais. Testimonial says: “Leandra offers a solid track record assisting players from the healthcare, energy, and real estate sectors with administrative tax proceedings”.
By the Legal 500 – 2026, the firm is ranked in Tax Advisory while is Tier 1 in City Focus – Belo Horizonte – Tax. Leandra Guimarães is recommended as reference.
The firm is also ranked by Leaders League, Tax Contentious, Tax Advisory, and Highly Recommended in Tax Southeast. Leandra Guimarães is the leading name.
Provided by Chambers
Azevedo Sette Advogados is a well-established firm with a skilful team providing legal opinions and consultancy covering a wide range of fiscal issues. It often advises clients on tax matters arising from M&A and corporate restructuring. The team also represents clients from the energy, transportation and technology sectors in judicial and administrative disputes at municipal, state and federal levels.
Provided by Chambers
Azevedo Sette represented Nemak Alumínio do Brasil in disputes regarding tax treatment of compensation and ICMS credit utilisation, including tax-saving projects, with amounts exceeding approximately USD4-5 million.
Provided by Chambers
Azevedo Sette differentiates itself in the market through the combination of high technical knowledge with a practical, decision-oriented approach. The firm stands out for its ability to translate complex legislative changes - especially tax issues - into clear, objective recommendations that are immediately applicable to the business.
Azevedo Sette has a team of highly qualified and experienced professionals with solid knowledge in various areas of law.
Azevedo Sette has a qualified team that offers a personalised service. Furthermore, they are always up-to-date on relevant issues, changes in legislation and case law, and are very accessible.
Provided by Chambers
Leandra Guimarães is an experienced tax practitioner who manages to represent clients in contentious matters, including administrative cases, as well as providing consulting advice.
Leandra Guimarães is a senior professional with high technical knowledge and extensive experience. She possesses a deep understanding of the client's business, which contributes to the delivery of high-quality work. She also stands out for her professional skills, clear communication and strong commercial awareness.
Leandra Guimarães has a consolidated track record in tax matters, with strong experience in litigation and consulting, standing out for her technical expertise, strategic vision, and in-depth knowledge of tax/accounting practices.
Leandra Guimarães demonstrates availability, responsiveness, and acts diligently, with clear and objective communication, ensuring security and agility in interactions. She possesses high technical expertise and the ability to handle complex tax issues, especially those related to legislative changes and more sophisticated structures.
Head of Tax: Minas Gerais
Provided by Azevedo Sette Advogados
Bruno Felippe Almeida
Frederico da Fonseca Silva
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