Brazil Guide 2026 : Brazil
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Provided by Pinheiro Neto Advogados
A well-structured and modern compliance program adds value to companies, reduces risks, improves processes, increases reliability, and attracts talents. In an ever changing regulatory environment which demands expeditious responses and periodic tracking from companies to cope with internal and external rules, we offer agility, excellence, and a multidisciplinary approach.
The challenges inherent to compliance matters and to corporate crimes such as corruption, fraud, and money laundering require unrelenting commitment and expertise, the reason why we offer legal solutions covering the whole spectrum from implementation of compliance programs to complex investigations.
Our team, with a solid background from US and European schools and law firms, has extensive experience in international and multi-jurisdictional cases. The lawyers assigned to each project analyze the various legal aspects of concrete cases, creating value and efficiency based on the expertise of our practice areas.
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Pinheiro Neto Advogados fields a team of seasoned practitioners demonstrating impressive credentials in negotiation of leniency agreements with CGU, with a strong offering in internal investigations, PAR and drafting of compliance programmes. The firm is frequently called upon to advise clients from the electronic, pharmaceutical and entertainment industries.
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Pinheiro Neto assisted Freepoint with an internal investigation into alleged payments of bribes to Petrobras employees by trading companies.
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Pinheiro Neto has a highly qualified team with the sharp ability to identify and understand nuances as cases progress, preparing thoroughly to skilfully navigate the setbacks that often arise throughout legal proceedings. The firm is excellent and fully equipped to handle the most complex matters.
Whether advising on compliance programme design, internal investigations or cross-border risk assessments, Pinheiro Neto applies the same high standard of analytical rigour and professional judgement.
Pinheiro Neto Advogados demonstrates a deep understanding of our business, and their deliverables highlight their excellent technical capabilities.
The firm handles cases requiring expertise in multiple and complex layers of legislation; the firm's involvement extends to our most sensitive decision-making levels. In other words, the firm acts as a governance and risk mitigation partner, not just a provider of transactional legal services.
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José Alexandre Buaiz Neto offers notable strength in leniency agreements, internal investigation of bribery and PAR.
A brilliant professional, José Alexandre is a skilled procedural strategist, achieving excellent results.
José Alexandre Buaiz Neto is a high-performing professional with knowledge of the legislation and focus on finding the best solution for the business.
José Alexandre Buaiz Neto is intelligent, supportive and very pleasant to work with.
Compliance
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José Alexandre Buaiz Neto
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