Compliance

Maeda, Ayres & Sarubbi Advogados is a distinguished compliance boutique enjoying an outstanding reputation due to its track record conducting highly sensitive governmental and independent internal investigations. The team is frequently retained by high-profile domestic and international players from the technology, aviation and mining sectors to advise on sophisticated risk assessment studies, as well as on the implementation of anti-corruption and compliance programmes. Clients also benefit from its expertise handling negotiations of leniency agreements and independent monitorships.

"They're my top choice in Brazil. They understand really well how to work with multinationals on cross-border matters."

"Top experts. Excellent. They are very responsive and reliable, highly committed. The team is well established and put all the resources at our disposal. Outstanding firm."

"I consider them the best law firm in Brazil for compliance matters. Highly specialised professionals with proven experience in Brazil and abroad."

The firm was sought out by the Independent Committee created by Americanas to assist with the investigation into the circumstances that led to accounting inconsistencies identified by the company.

Bruno Carneiro Maeda continues to be lauded by clients and peers alike for his highly specialised and sophisticated compliance practice. Maeda is noted for his expertise conducting sensitive internal investigations, enforcement actions and the negotiations of leniency agreements. "Bruno is held in high esteem for his cross-border work. A top expert." "He is one of the main authorities in the field." "Bruno is very organised, disciplined and an analytic thinker. He analyses situations and anticipates the next step." "He has great expertise."

Carlos Ayres is recognised for his expertise in high-profile compliance mandates, including cross-border matters. He is praised by clients and peers, being particularly active advising companies on leniency agreements negotiations, internal investigations and enforcement actions. He is further active in independent monitorships. "Carlos has great experience and technical acumen, in addition to important social skills." "Carlos has a long track record in the field. He is well known internationally for his work with various organisations. A top expert." "Carlos is known for his technical excellence and his abilities to solve complex issues."

Erica Sarubbi is admired by clients for her compliance practice. She assists high-profile companies with complex mandates, including sensitive investigations, monitorships and leniency agreements. "She's amazing. She has great legal knowledge and handles clients well, specially regarding international clients, which she puts at ease." "She has a great track record. Excellent." "Erica is a practical and assertive professional. She deals very well with highly complex topics."

Fernanda Bidlovsky is active assisting key players with compliance mandates, being particularly active advising companies on independent internal investigations and risk assessments. "Fernanda is an experienced professional, who deals very well with complex matters."