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Compliance - Brazil
What the Team is Known For
Maeda, Ayres & Sarubbi Advogados is a distinguished compliance boutique which enjoys an outstanding reputation due to its track record of conducting highly sensitive government 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 in handling the negotiation of leniency agreements and independent monitorships.
Strengths
An outstanding law firm. Maeda, Ayres & Sarubbi Advogados is very well regarded in Brazil's legal community.
Maeda, Ayres & Sarubbi has experience in cross-border enforcement matters, being an excellent choice as a firm to work with.
Maeda excels in its ability to synthesise technical findings with a comprehensive business perspective.
Work Highlights
Maeda, Ayres & Sarubbi advised Samsung Heavy Industries on settlement negotiations, including one with US authorities, as a result of public investigations in the context of Operation Car Wash.
Notable practitioners
Bruno Carneiro Maeda continues to be lauded by clients and peers alike for his highly specialised and sophisticated compliance practice. He is noted for his expertise conducting sensitive internal investigations, enforcement actions and the negotiation of leniency agreements.
Bruno Maeda is very responsive to his clients, while also remaining calm, which instils confidence that issues will be resolved.
Bruno is a very strategic thinker, well versed in complex situations and a trusted adviser in sensitive cases.
Bruno Maeda has excellent knowledge of the technical aspects of Brazilian enforcement regulation. He is very sharp in his analysis of complex cases.
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 agreement negotiations, internal investigations and enforcement actions. He is further active in independent monitorships.
Carlos is a very experienced lawyer and well known in the international community. He is particularly strong with regard to the creation and implementation of strategies to achieve valuable outcomes.
Carlos Ayres is an extremely technical professional, who keeps himself up to date and has great awareness of risks, which is crucial for suggesting solutions to complex issues.
Carlos is an authority in Brazil - in terms of expertise, he is indisputable.
Impressive - a very high level of knowledge. I would highlight that Erica Sarubbi's approach is more direct, bringing a realistic and practical solution to our issues.
Erica Sarubbi is a natural leader who excels at managing complex issues. She combines excellent technical expertise with deep risk insight to deliver appropriate solutions.
Erica has been in charge of complex investigations recently, working with regulatory bodies and committees. She leads complex strategies with several stakeholders - always very committed.
Fernanda Bidlovsky assists key players with compliance mandates, being particularly active in advising companies on independent internal investigations and risk assessments.
Fernanda is a highly technical professional who stands out for her leadership skills and for her search for pragmatic solutions to complex issues.