Brazil Guide 2026 : Brazil
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Provided by Carvalho Sica Muszkat Vidigal e Carneiro Advogados
Widely recognized as a leading firm in the Sports Law practice, CSMV advises clients in the sports industry regarding both contentious and non-contentious matters at national and international levels, including strategic contractual, legal and regulatory aspects, contractual disputes and M&As.
Specifically with respect to the football industry, we are involved in several matters relating to national and international transfers and assignment of federative and economic rights of players. The performance of the firm within the football industry is still notable for its participation in the negotiation and development of sponsorship contracts and TV rights of sports events, as well as image rights, branding and products licensing.
We also represent clubs, confederations, athletes and their agents in litigation before Brazilian and international sports arbitration courts, including FIFA and the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS), and in national and international disciplinary matters. Our firm stands out also for its strong practice concerning M&As in football, having been advising several clubs and investors in incorporation and/or acquisition of Football Corporations (the so-called SAFs).
Beyond football, our firm has been increasingly noted for providing top-level legal services concerning Olympic sports. In 2024, we stood out for having provided legal advice concerning several elections held in national federations and in the Brazilian Olympic Committee (COB).
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Carvalho Sica Muszkat Vidigal e Carneiro Advogados is regarded as a leading firm in sports law, advising clients in both contentious and non-contentious matters including strategic contractual, legal and regulatory aspects, contractual disputes and M&A.
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Carvalho Sica Muszkat Vidigal e Carneiro Advogados provided legal assistance to Esporte Clube Bahia SAF and City Football Group in connection with their Brazilian sports law operations, advising on legal strategy alongside the club’s legal department and drafting and reviewing football‑related contracts.
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Carvalho Sica Muszkat Vidigal e Carneiro Advogados' team engages proactively, providing quick and appropriate responses to the our needs, with a diverse skill set and a cohesive approach.
The service provided by Carvalho Sica is of a high standard, with an extremely helpful, accessible and committed team. The law firm stands out for its quick responses, collaborative approach and attention to business needs, even in sensitive or urgent matters.
Carvalho Sica handles all our sports‑related matters and provides support across the entire sports practice.
Carvalho Sica is a law firm that never gives up on the client. The close partnership built with clients is a real distinguishing feature.
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André Sica is highly regarded as an expert in sophisticated e-sports matters, including sponsorship, image rights and copyright agreements. He is praised for the high quality of his work with football clubs and his involvement in important discussions in this field, such as the creation of the Brazilian League of Professional Football Clubs.
André Sica stands out in the sports sector. I hold his work in high regard.
André Sica is an excellent professional, an authority, and yet he manages to maintain a close and proactive relationship with his clients. His contributions are always consistent, with constant attention to market dynamics and trends.
I value André Sica strategic, political, commercial and economic perspective, as well as his expertise in SAF‑related matters.
André Sica plays a leading role in the sports law market, serving as a benchmark for market vision and providing clear guidance to operational teams.
André Sica is a point of reference in the field of sports law and is involved in major projects.
Pedro Henrique Mendonça has over ten years of experience working in the sports industry. He spent several years as in‑house counsel at the Brazilian Olympic Committee and has since advised clubs, athletes, agents and national federations. His practice covers both contentious and non‑contentious sports law matters.
Pedro Henrique Mendonça has a strong presence in sports litigation and plays a key role in the field.
Pedro Henrique Mendonça delivers strong performance.
Pedro Henrique Mendonça is widely regarded as a leading figure in Olympic‑related sports law in Brazil.
Pedro Henrique Mendonça is highly accessible, brings strong expertise, and is able to benchmark practices across different associations to resolve issues efficiently. His responses are clear and help make legal points easy to understand.
Danielle Maiolini Mendes is a star associate well regarded for her active and sophisticated performance on several matters, including acquisition of sports clubs and footballers and regulation of e-sports.
Danielle Maiolini stands out for her strong empathy, charisma and responsiveness. She is a truly distinguished professional.
Danielle Maiolini Mendes is an excellent professional, with high technical rigor, strategic vision, and in-depth knowledge of the regulatory environment.
Danielle Maiolini is widely liked, well respected and recognised as an important leader.
We have complete confidence in Danielle Maiolini Mendes’ work and value the way she handles matters with a high level of professionalism, ethics, solid technical skills and strategic vision. Her leadership of the team provides us with security and peace of mind.
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Provided by Carvalho Sica Muszkat Vidigal e Carneiro Advogados
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