Brazil Guide 2026 : Brazil
Ranked Individuals
Provided by Felsberg Advogados
Felsberg Advogados’ Data Protection, Technology, AI and Law Enforcement practice is recognised for advising clients on complex matters at the intersection of technology, regulation and business strategy. The team has experience in LGPD compliance, AI governance, platform regulation and data disclosure requests.
The practice supports advisory and regulatory projects, including legal opinions, reports on emerging frameworks, DPIAs, LIAs, privacy governance programmes and risk assessments. It also advises on privacy and technology clauses in contracts, monitoring, bills of law, public consultations and engagement with the ANPD.
The team represents clients before the ANPD in administrative proceedings, requests for information, inspections, enforcement strategies, advocacy and public consultations, combining deep knowledge of the LGPD with practical understanding of the authority’s guidance and priorities.
On the contentious side, the team acts in disputes, investigations and class actions involving privacy, data protection, consumer protection, platform liability, online advertising, IP, child safety, freedom of speech, content moderation and account suspensions, as well as consumer and electoral regulation.
Its clients include global technology leaders, digital platforms and innovators in data-intensive sectors, reflecting the team’s ability to deliver strategic and practical advice in markets shaped by digital transformation, platform governance and regulatory scrutiny.
Provided by Chambers
Felsberg Advogados maintains a recognised practice in data protection, technology and artificial intelligence, advising on regulatory issues at the intersection of innovation and law. The team supports clients on LGPD compliance, the development of AI governance frameworks, and the management of data disclosure requests involving public authorities.
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Felsberg has deep technical expertise in the subject matter, demonstrating the ability to adapt the tone of deliverables to different audiences and a consistent commitment to deadlines.
Felsberg distinguishes itself through the combination of in-depth technical knowledge of LGPD with a practical, business-aligned approach.
The team demonstrates relevant technical expertise. Felsberg Advogados has provided several examples of quick and efficient solutions.
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André Zanatta is a seasoned practitioner acting on data protection matters. He is particularly involved in disputes. He also provides LGPD compliance advice.
André is excellent and masterfully promotes compliance with legislation while preserving the strategic objectives of the business.
He distinguished himself through strong client service and the support provided by his team. André was consistently accessible and quick in addressing requests, regardless of urgency or complexity.
We have been working with André for some time, and his deep knowledge of LGPD, combined with a practical approach, clearly stands out.
André Zanatta is a leading privacy and data protection lawyer in Brazil with recognition across Latin America.
Associate Fernanda Mascarenhas Marques is active in the data protection field, with experience in contentious matters, including administrative proceedings. She also advises clients on compliance-related issues.
Fernanda demonstrates a strong understanding of LGPD. She is approachable, responsive and consistently maintains a collaborative attitude.
Head of Data Protection
Data Protection
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Fernanda Mascarenhas Marques
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