About

Provided by Pinheiro Neto Advogados

Drawing on a comprehensive, multidisciplinary and innovative approach, we cater for a variety of needs and demands of our clients – from setup and development of tech startups and multinationals in Brazil to their defense in complex cases in and out of court, always in pursuit of excellence in our practice.

Our firm is fully active in the advisory and litigation areas, offering legally sustainable contemporary solutions tailored to the depth and breadth of the technology sector.

Our technology lawyers are in constant evolution, providing counsel on privacy issues, litigation involving technology, cybersecurity, data protection, and intellectual property infringement.

Fostering a culture of transparency and respect and relying on our unbeatable knowledge and experience gained throughout our long history in the technology industry, our practice spans virtually across all sectors.

Since 2018 we have also been operating in Palo Alto, Silicon Valley, where an office was set up to keep us even closer to our clients and to the most recent discussions on the matter, including Brazil in the global innovation roadmap.

Our Technology practice includes:

  • Technology transactions
  • Media and communication
  • Privacy, data protection, and cybersecurity
  • Digital platform liability

Chambers Review

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Technology - Brazil

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Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Pinheiro Neto Advogados is a renowned full-service firm advising prominent companies in the technology industry. The team draws upon its multidisciplinary skills to assist clients with investments in technology start-ups, as well as acquisitions and the development of platforms in the financial sector.

Work Highlights

  • Pinheiro Neto represented X in several inquiries before the Federal Supreme Court (STF), including the spread of fake news, the 8th January attacks to the Brazilian Congress, and the STF order that temporarily suspended X in Brazil.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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André Zonaro Giacchetta
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André Zonaro Giacchetta
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Band 1

André Zonaro Giacchetta is a top-notch practitioner in the technology industry, with successful track record of leading litigation mandates for a prestigious clientele.

André is a great and experienced practitioner.

André is an excellent and highly active partner who is focused in contentious matters in the tech arena.

André Zonaro Giacchetta is a highly prestigious partner in the technology field.

Raphael de Cunto
3
Raphael de Cunto
3
Band 3

Raphael de Cunto has cultivated a much-respected practice advising high-end technology companies, especially in the advisory and M&A fronts.

Raphael de Cunto is a pioneer partner handling tech consulting.

Ciro Torres Freitas
4
Ciro Torres Freitas
4
Band 4

Ciro Torres Freitas showcases an active performance representing sophisticated tech clients on matters related to AI and fake news bills.

He is a highly technical partner who meets the needs of his clients very well. Ciro is proactive in understanding our business model.

Very knowledgeable partner who has masters this area. Ciro is our go-to lawyer for tech matters, instilling full confidence when giving his opinion.

Ciro Torres Freitas is a great counsellor to all issues related to the tech industry in Brazil.

Larissa Galimberti
4
Larissa Galimberti
4
Band 4

Larissa Galimberti has demonstrated her skills in dealing with technology matters involving structuring new services, e-commerce and payment methods.

She is a point of reference for our company when it comes to technology, business models and innovation. Larissa is very present, attentive to every detail and brings insightful observations.

Larissa is a partner who is always committed, gives precise answers and showcases vast experience.

Larissa is one of the best lawyers I've ever worked with. Her agility, knowledge of regulatory evolutions and its impacts on our business, bring us confidence.

Ranked Lawyers at
Pinheiro Neto Advogados

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André Zonaro Giacchetta
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André Zonaro Giacchetta
1
Band 1
Raphael de Cunto
3
Raphael de Cunto
3
Band 3
Ciro Torres Freitas
4
Ciro Torres Freitas
4
Band 4
Larissa Galimberti
4
Larissa Galimberti
4
Band 4