Brazil Guide 2026 : Brazil
Ranked Individual
Provided by Souto Correa Advogados
Souto Correa’s Corporate Criminal Law practice works closely with several other practice areas at Souto Correa Advogados, handling criminal matters from a truly multidisciplinary perspective in preventive, advisory and litigation contexts. With nationwide operations supported by offices in Brasília, Porto Alegre, Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo, the practice provides legal counsel and monitors criminal investigations and proceedings before federal and state courts, representing both legal entities and individuals.
The team’s thorough involvement in each case, combined with its extensive technical knowledge, enables us to provide prompt responses and efficient solutions at all stages of the proceedings, from the investigative phase through to the resolution of the criminal case. In addition, we provide tailored legal support according to the sectors in which our clients operate, offering high-quality legal counsel.
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Souto Correa Advogados is a full-service powerhouse from Rio Grande do Sul that is also well regarded for its corporate crime and investigations practice. The firm is praised by clients and market commentators for its technical expertise and commercial awareness and is seen frequently handling investigations and compliance mandates.
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Souto Correa has a qualified and multidisciplinary technical team. The size and solidity of their bench gives us reassurance when they are handling our matters.
Souto Correa's ability to handle complex and sophisticated matters is, without a doubt, ten out of ten. We trust them completely in the corporate crime and investigations arena.
They achieved something rare in the market. Souto Correa Advogados is a recognised full-service firm that has managed to establish itself successfully in the field of corporate crime.
Souto Correa Advogados were able to advise our company to take action in a smart way. Their speed to respond and consideration regarding multiple possible outcomes really played in their favour as they are always highly prepared and educated on the matters at hand.
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Emília Klein Malacarne is a well-regarded practitioner in corporate crime and investigations, recognised for her technical expertise and proactive approach in the Rio Grande do Sul market. She is frequently noted for her ability to deliver clear and strategic guidance in sensitive situations, being particularly praised in cases involving high corporate exposure and reputational risk.
Emília Klein Malacarne is highly intelligent, attentive and has a very holistic view of the matters. She has experience assisting companies successfully and has become a lawyer I trust a lot.
Emília is reliable, transparent and super hands-on. She took early action to protect our interests, was always certain on the best path to take and was always available to discuss our case.
Emília Klein Malacarne answered all our questions and conducted the risk assessments, demonstrating a great deal of knowledge. She took great care to protect our company, conducting the entire investigation in a very secure manner. Emilia has proven to be extremely competent.
Head of Corporate Crime & Investigations: Rio Grande do Sul
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