
Private Wealth Law
High Net Worth Guide 2026 : Brazil
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Provided by Humberto Sanches e Associados
Overview/ Type of work handled
HSA advises high net worth individuals, residents and non-residents in Brazil, on a whole range of matters, including the conception, organization, and structuring of onshore and offshore succession and investment vehicles, shareholders’ agreements, corporate matters in general (mainly involving family business and corporate governance); the relocation process of clients from Brazil to other countries, such as the United Kingdom, the United States of America, Italy, Bahamas, Uruguay, Portugal and Switzerland, as well as the return of clients to Brazil, marriages, divorces, prenuptial and civil union agreements; change of marital property regime; family governance; living wills; lifetime gifts; trusts and probate procedures; succession planning alternatives, among others.
Specialisations
The practice in the area goes back more than 20 years, with professionals who have dedicated their careers to our areas of expertise, which means HSA team has vast knowledge in family and succession law, corporate, tax, trust, real estate, aviation, contracts, private international law and in financial and capital markets. As a result, the firm is able to assist with the most diverse demands related to their client’s personal life, their family, and wealth, free from the possible conflicts of interest.
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Strengths
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Humberto Sanches e Associados has highly skilled and proactive professionals who always respond to contact or requests quickly and are willing to help in various ways.
Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net WorthWhat sets Humberto Sanches e Associados apart is their experience and knowledge of law in Brazil as well as of other legal jurisdictions.
Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net WorthHumberto Sanches e Associados has intimate knowledge of cross border, tax, planning and structuring matters. The firm thrives on simplifying the most complex situations.
Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net WorthHumberto Sanches e Associados is extremely technical, attentive and client-oriented. It is one of the most focused firms on wealth and estate planning in Brazil. They have in-depth knowledge of the challenges faced by private clients.
Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net WorthThe team possesses solid experience in challenging issues, allowing for in-depth understanding and efficient management of intricate cases. Furthermore, the firm has access to various specialised service providers, ensuring multidisciplinary analysis and integrated solutions for clients. This combination of expertise, agility and support network positions the firm as an entity capable of meeting complex demands with excellence, security, and efficiency.
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Notable Practitioners
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Humberto Sanches
Humberto Sanches is known for his work with private clients, including on matters related to succession and wealth planning.
Humberto is a great communicator. He is very knowledgeable in everything he does with private clients in the tax, family and governance areas. Everything he does relates to the individual.
Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net WorthHumberto is very knowledgeable in Brazil regarding tax and has extensive cross-border knowledge too.
Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net WorthHumberto is technical and firm in his opinions, never leaving his clients insecure. He provides support at every stage of their lives and for their families. He's a well-rounded professional.
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Juliana Cavalcanti
Juliana Cavalcanti offers a range of wealth and estate planning services to high net worth as well as ultra high net worth individuals. She handles both domestic and international matters.
Juliana is a very good lawyer. She has a very deep knowledge of Brazilian law and is very appreciated by clients.
Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net WorthJuliana is great. She is very responsive and very knowledgeable on offshore entities in respect to Brazilian legislation. She is also very knowledgeable regarding how to deal with people relocating to other countries.
Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net WorthJuliana is an excellent lawyer. She has a lot of experience in the creation, organisation and structuring of investments in Brazil and abroad. She always understands the complexity of clients.
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Flávia Allegro Gerola
Flávia Allegro Gerola is an expert in advising high net worth individuals and families on wealth planning and tax matters. She joined Humberto Sanches e Associados as a partner in February 2025.
Flávia is technically gifted and has an incredible ability to explain complex matters in a straightforward manner.
Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net WorthBeyond her technical knowledge, Flávia has personality, commitment and a responsibility towards her clients that makes her very special. She provides clear explanations.
Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net WorthFlávia is very personable, skilled, knowledgeable and has great experience. Clients relate very well with her. She explains things the right way and is accessible.
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