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Mattos Filho

Data Protection

Brazil Guide 2026 : Brazil

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Mattos Filho

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We provide advice on adapting to data protection regulations and protecting against cyber risks, enabling new business opportunities.

Our Data Protection & Cybersecurity team supports clients in complying with legal regulations governing personal data privacy and protection, including the Brazilian General Data Protection Law (LGPD) and sector regulations applicable to specific market segments. We take a multidisciplinary approach to assisting clients with compliance matters, creating customized legal solutions that enable innovative data-driven products and services. 

We also advise on preventive and repressive information security measures, including cybersecurity matters.

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Data Protection - Brazil

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Mattos Filho is a distinguished full-service firm assisting leading players with some of the most sensitive matters in Brazil. Its deep bench is known for its pioneering take on the sector and is noted for being a safe port of call for high-profile clients in the industry. The lawyers' expertise allows them to advise clients on LGPD compliance, data processing agreements and data breach investigations. The firm is also seasoned in litigation matters.

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Work Highlights

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  • Mattos Filho advised The Pokémon Company on Brazilian data protection matters, with a focus on children and adolescents.

Strengths

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  • The main distinguishing feature of Mattos Filho is its strong business acumen applied to legal counsel. The law firm demonstrates a deep understanding of the strategic context of projects, going beyond strictly legal analysis and consistently considering the relationship between regulatory risks and business opportunities.

    Data Protection respondentBrazil

  • The depth of knowledge and technical expertise of the team are impressive, and their analytical rigour and attention to detail reinforce confidence in their ability to provide high-level legal counsel.

    Data Protection respondentBrazil

  • The law firm has deep knowledge of Brazilian privacy law and breadth of experience handling diverse regulatory bodies and investigations.

    Data Protection respondentBrazil

  • Mattos Filho demonstrates strong efficiency and solid expertise in handling complex matters, combining technical mastery with a strategic vision and the ability to translate sensitive legal issues into practical and well-structured solutions.

    Data Protection respondentBrazil

  • Mattos Filho is deeply knowledgeable about data privacy requirements in Brazil and is a top choice for privacy-related inquiries in this jurisdiction.

    Data Protection respondentBrazil

Notable Practitioners

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  • Fabio Kujawski
    Fabio Kujawski

    Fabio Kujawski

    Fabio Ferreira Kujawski is a front-running data protection practitioner holding important expertise gathered over more than 20 years dealing with domestic and international companies.

    • Fabio provides excellent service as a lawyer and manager.

      Data Protection respondentBrazil

    • Fabio provides excellent legal advice on data privacy matters in Brazil. I highly recommend Fabio.

      Data Protection respondentBrazil

    • Fabio played an active and highly strategic role in managing complex and sensitive matters involving regulatory issues, data protection and contractual discussions, as well as related downstream implications.

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  • Thiago Sombra
    Thiago Sombra

    Thiago Sombra

    Thiago Luís Sombra is a practitioner who offers experience in technology and data protection matters related to regulatory issues, as well as consumer law mandates.

    • Thiago handles a wide range of strategic matters.

      Data Protection respondentBrazil

    • Thiago Sombra is my go-to lawyer.

      Data Protection respondentBrazil

    • Thiago is a technically strong professional and widely recognised as a benchmark lawyer. Whenever a qualified external opinion is required, he is naturally one of the first names that comes to mind.

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  • Paulo Brancher
    Paulo Brancher

    Paulo Brancher

    Paulo Marcos Rodrigues Brancher is in possession of the required knowledge to handle various data protection issues, including data privacy and compliance issues.

    • Paulo stands out for his agility and strong knowledge.

      Data Protection respondentBrazil

    • Paulo Brancher has solid understanding of regulatory bodies, adopting a considerate approach and delivering legally sound and innovative solutions aligned with the organisation’s objectives.

      Data Protection respondentBrazil

    • As a highly regarded professional and academic figure, Paulo provides even greater confidence in his positions.

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  • Jaqueline Simas C. Oliveira
    Jaqueline Simas C. Oliveira

    Jaqueline Simas C. Oliveira

    Jaqueline Simas de Oliveira is an associate specialised in data privacy, advising on emerging legislation and supporting litigation matters, with experience in leading law firms and dealing with the International Department of the French Data Protection Authority (CNIL).

    • What stands out is that Jaqueline is extremely quick and assertive in her feedback, delivering a high standard of work.

      Data Protection respondentBrazil

    • An excellent professional, Jaqueline is quick, dedicated and open to feedback, combining strong technical knowledge with intelligence and a clear strategic vision.

      Data Protection respondentBrazil

    • Jaqueline consistently stands out for her strong client service and high level of helpfulness, always demonstrating availability, agility and a collaborative approach.

      Data Protection respondentBrazil

    • Jaqueline is a dedicated professional, committed to her clients and her work, and who demonstrates a high level of technical expertise.

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