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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.




Chambers Review

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Compliance - Brazil

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

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  • Demarest Advogados assisted Companhia Mineira de Açúcar e Álcool Participações (CMAA) with clients' compliance programmes and structures.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Eloy Rizzo Neto
2
Eloy Rizzo Neto
2
Band 2
Eloy Rizzo Neto is admired by sources for his growing compliance practice. He has a solid track record advising clients on sensitive investigations, complex due diligence proceedings and risk assessments.

Eloy has extensive knowledge in compliance. He proposes high-quality risk mitigation strategies and understands the challenges of doing business in Brazil.

The best professional in the market.

His remarkable ability to solve complex problems efficiently, always ensuring that clients' needs are met quickly, makes Eloy an essential part of the firm's success.

Andre Luis Leme
U
Andre Luis Leme
U
Up and Coming

Andre Luis Leme is well regarded for assisting clients with leniency agreements, carrying out in-depth analysis during due diligence and representing clients in administrative liability proceedings.

André is an excellent professional who understands the demand and adapts to the needs of strategic adjustments to deliver efficient solutions.

Victoria Arcos
Victoria Arcos
Star Associates

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 has great knowledge and sensitivity when dealing with complex and sensitive issues due to the potential exposure to the company. Generous in teaching and excellent in training.

Victoria is an exceptional provider, standing out for her helpfulness, professionalism and technical knowledge.

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Compliance

Eloy Rizzo Neto
2
Eloy Rizzo Neto
2
Band 2
Andre Luis Leme
U
Andre Luis Leme
U
Up and Coming
Victoria Arcos
Victoria Arcos
Star Associates

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