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Mattos Filho

Media & Entertainment

Brazil Guide 2026 : Brazil

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Mattos Filho

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Provided by Mattos Filho

We have a multidisciplinary team dedicated to assisting media and entertainment companies, offering innovative solutions that meet the sector's demands.

We provide legal advice on regulatory, transactional and dispute resolution matters. Our team also advises clients on issues related to legislation, contracts and case law, whether in relation to domestic or international operations.

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Media & Entertainment - Brazil

Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Mattos Filho has extensive experience in the media and entertainment industry, offering support on tax, contractual, and regulatory analyses, as well as on judicial and administrative proceedings involving sector players. Its legal team also advises on copyright and cooperation agreements, sponsorships and a wide range of industry‑related contracts. The law firm provides legal guidance to media groups on advertising and entertainment rights and represents clients in proceedings before CONAR.

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Work Highlights

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  • Mattos Filho advised Tidal on Brazilian copyright law in connection with a content takedown request, including assessing rights, liabilities and platform obligations.

Strengths

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  • Mattos Filho is always easy to reach out to and consistently provides detailed explanations to help us understand the situation thoroughly.

    Media & Entertainment respondentBrazil

  • Mattos Filho issues legal opinions that take the business context into account. It would be easy to give a conservative answer, but they assess everything through a risk‑management lens. We don’t need to over‑explain or provide excessive background. It saves time and energy.

    Media & Entertainment respondentBrazil

  • Mattos Filho provides a tailored approach that considers our global corporate structure while ensuring full local compliance. Their responsiveness and deep understanding of the sector's nuances further distinguish them from their competitors.

    Media & Entertainment respondentBrazil

Notable Practitioners

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  • Lisa Worcman
    Lisa Worcman

    Lisa Worcman

    Lisa Worcman is noted for her strategic advice to clients in the media and entertainment sector. Combining strong regulatory expertise with deep tax knowledge, she advises on tax-efficient structures, licensing and cross-border matters. The lawyer is widely praised for her work with authorities such as the Brazilian National Film Agency (ANCINE) and for helping clients navigate complex regulatory frameworks while optimising financial outcomes.

    • Lisa Worcman is highly proactive in monitoring legislation developments in Brazil, providing clear and effective communication even for non-specialists.

      Media & Entertainment respondentBrazil

    • Lisa is fantastic. One of the best lawyers I have worked with.

      Media & Entertainment respondentBrazil

    • Whenever we have a complex issue involving media and entertainment, Lisa is our go-to lawyer. She has a strong background and provides us with innovative perspectives.

      Media & Entertainment respondentBrazil
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