
Compliance
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Provided by Demarest Advogados
We advise companies and their executives on Compliance issues, from preventive aspects to crisis management and resolution arising from legal violations with potential impact on the company’s business and credibility. Our work includes:
- Internal Investigations, from the analysis of alleged violation of applicable laws to the reporting and eventual negotiation of agreements with the appropriate authorities;
- Crisis Prevention and Management (drafting and development of policies and training for immediate responses to crisis situations, legal advice during search and seizures, preparation of communications to the media);
- Negotiation of agreements with government authorities;
- Implementation and Review of Compliance Programs;
- Corporate training related to Compliance best practices;
- Conducting due diligence on M&As and business partners;
- Representation in administrative and judicial proceedings arising from possible violations of anti-corruption legislation, in particular Law No. 12,846/13;
- Assistance and guidance for companies under monitoring; and
- Advisory to members of the Board of Directors involved in the supervision of internal investigations and decisions regarding potential voluntary reports to the authorities involved.
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Work Highlights
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Demarest advised Portonave and its controlling shareholder TIL on the design and execution of a data‑driven ESG and integrity programme aligned with leading international compliance standards.
Strengths
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Demarest combines strategic vision and institutional articulation skills with a refined understanding of the Brazilian regulatory and investigative context.
Compliance respondentBrazilDemarest Advogados' high level of technical expertise is remarkable. Beyond this, their availability, care and dedication in handling both the client and the matter stand out, as does their ability to propose innovative and efficient solutions delivered with a high degree of integrity to achieve the best possible outcome.
Compliance respondentBrazilDemarest Advogados is fully prepared to handle highly complex demands. The team’s depth of knowledge and technical capability are outstanding.
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Notable Practitioners
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Band 2 
Band 2 
Eloy Rizzo Neto
Eloy Rizzo Neto is admired for his growing compliance practice. He has a solid track record advising clients on sensitive investigations, complex due diligence proceedings and risk assessments.
Eloy Rizzo Neto is a benchmark professional in every respect. He combines strong technical skill and the ability to handle strategic and highly complex matters with the flexibility to support the client’s commercial needs.
Compliance respondentBrazilEloy Rizzo Neto acts with a clear understanding of the case’s priority for the company, demonstrating depth and strong knowledge of the matter.
Compliance respondentBrazilEloy's advice is always well-grounded, coherent and aligned with the realities of the business. His ability to balance legal rigour with practical solutions makes him an invaluable resource, especially in sensitive and complex matters.
Compliance respondentBrazil
Star Associates 
Star Associates 
Victoria Arcos
Victoria Arcos often assists clients with sensitive official investigations arising from corruption allegations, as well as internal investigations sparked by whistle-blowers' complaints. She also advises on due diligence proceedings and compliance programme evaluations.
Victoria Arcos is excellent. She is highly qualified and with an impeccable approach to handling cases.
Compliance respondentBrazilVictoria Arcos has immense talent, handling complex matters with mastery and always prioritising what is best for the client. She is a valuable business partner who consistently brings meaningful value and benefits to the company.
Compliance respondentBrazil
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Eloy Rizzo Neto
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Victoria Arcos
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