Brazil Guide 2026 : Brazil
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Provided by Serur
The Tax Law practice at Serur Advogados is dedicated to a comprehensive range of services in both advisory and litigation matters.
Its team handles administrative and judicial litigation aimed at the cancellation and/or annulment of tax liabilities, as well as the identification of opportunities and legal representation in judicial claims for the recovery of unduly paid taxes. The area also advises on the management and litigation of tax liabilities, including assistance with tax instalment programmes, representation in tax enforcement proceedings, precautionary tax measures, and strategies for handling debts registered as outstanding liabilities. Additionally, the team provides guidance on tax settlements and alternative approaches to managing tax debts.
On the advisory front, the Tax Law practice offers interpretation of tax legislation, including ancillary obligations, conducts risk assessments and tax due diligence, and advises on tax planning strategies to optimise tax efficiency and mitigate financial risks. This includes support for corporate reorganisations, succession and estate planning, and M&A transactions.
The team also conducts analyses and provides support for obtaining tax incentives and special tax regimes at the federal, state, and municipal levels, and assists clients in preparing and submitting formal queries to tax authorities.
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Serur's tax practice combines litigation and advisory expertise. The law firm routinely handles tax assessments, special tax regimes, credit recovery and tax liability management for clients in the North East. It also advises on tax succession planning, corporate reorganisations and the Brazilian tax reform.
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Serur represented the founder of Pacaembu Construtora in a high-stake portfolio of federal PARRs - proceedings to recognize third-party tax liability - worth around BRL1.6 billion.
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The law firm has a multidisciplinary team with specialists across all areas of taxation, consistently recommending solutions that enhance our business profitability while ensuring full alignment with Brazil’s evolving tax landscape. Our experience with Serur gives us the confidence to maintain them as a strategic partner in all tax-related matters.
Serur has an excellent technical team. The professionals are academically well prepared, attentive to developments in higher courts and possess in-depth expertise in tax law.
Serur offers excellent support to our company. The partners responsible for their service are always in contact with their clients, incorporating any suggestions for improvements on a daily basis.
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Cristiano Luzes combines advisory and litigation experience in tax law. He advises clients on complex tax structures, credit recovery and special tax regimes, while also preparing strategic defences in administrative proceedings.
Cristiano Luzes distinguishes himself through his client service. He is highly accessible and takes the time to understand our business context, assessing the broader scenario before providing advice. This approach sets him apart, as few lawyers combine this level of responsiveness with such a comprehensive and thoughtful perspective.
Cristiano is a tenacious advocate and an excellent negotiator. He combines strong technical expertise with thorough preparation and deep knowledge of the construction sector. His understanding of the impacts of tax reform on our industry plays a key role in shaping strategy and preparing our business for upcoming changes.
Cristiano Luzes provides high-quality service, combined with strong technical oversight and supervision.
Cristiano assists our company with a high level of tax expertise and a proactive approach.
Tax: North East
Provided by Serur
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Cristiano Luzes
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