Department profile
Demarest Advogados

Compliance

Brazil Guide 2026 : Brazil


Demarest Advogados

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About

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.

Chambers Review

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Compliance - Brazil

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For
Demarest Advogados' well-regarded team acts as counsel to national and international companies on internal investigations sparked by corruption allegations and integrity due diligence on third parties. It possesses further expertise negotiating agreements with local and foreign authorities and assisting with independent monitorships. The team provides advice to important players from the petrochemical, pharmaceutical and transportation sectors.

Work Highlights

Provided by Chambers

  • 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 respondentBrazil
  • Demarest 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 respondentBrazil
  • Demarest Advogados is fully prepared to handle highly complex demands. The team’s depth of knowledge and technical capability are outstanding.

    Compliance respondentBrazil

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Eloy Rizzo Neto
    Band 2Eloy Rizzo Neto

    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 respondentBrazil
    • Eloy Rizzo Neto acts with a clear understanding of the case’s priority for the company, demonstrating depth and strong knowledge of the matter.

      Compliance respondentBrazil
    • Eloy'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 AssociatesVictoria Arcos
    Star AssociatesVictoria Arcos

    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 respondentBrazil
    • Victoria 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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