Tax: North East - Brazil
What the Team is Known For
Recife-based Di Cavalcanti Advogados maintains a noted tax practice. Clients rely on the team for both judicial and administrative litigation as well as tax planning. The team is particularly seasoned in handling tax matters in corporate deals, including restructuring and M&A.
Strengths
"They are always updated and know how to find the right solution faster than other law firms. Di Cavalcanti always treats my company with priority."
"They offer personalised service focused on results. Di Cavalcanti has an excellent, responsive, highly prepared and up-to-date team."
"Di Cavalcanti has a super skilled, qualified and knowledgeable team. They are transparent and only give advice on cases they truly master."
Work Highlights
Di Cavalcanti assisted Energizer Brasil with the adherence to the Federal Government's instalment plan, which offers a full reduction of a tax fine and interest with a matter value of BRL10 million.
Notable Practitioners
Phelippe Falbo Di Cavalcanti Mello is lauded by clients for his performance handling tax mandates regarding consultation on VAT application, annulment of infraction notice and negotiation of VAT. "Phelippe is an all-in-one lawyer who knows every detail about the Brazilian tax structure and he knows how to find a better way to conclude the process with efficiency and assertiveness." "He displays high level of tax knowledge." "Phelippe has the ability to find the best legal solutions."
Joining our ranking this year, Up-and-Coming Catarina da Fonte is sought after for her expertise in the advisory, strategic and preventive realms, assisting companies in administrative proceedings, both at state and federal levels. "Catarina is technically perfect for any Brazilian tax matter, she excels national, state and municipal tax structures. Catarina knows how to navigate the highly complex Brazilian tax model." "Catarina is a hard-working lawyer who stands out for her highly technical skills." "Catarina is highly knowledgeable in tax matters."