Brazil Guide 2026 : Brazil
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Provided by TozziniFreire
The majority of TozziniFreire’s work with Third Sector clients is overseen by our Business and Human Rights Department as well as our broader pro bono practice. The main goal of both practices is to have a positive social impact, preventing human rights violations in Third Sector organisations as well as help these clients become more effective in achieving their stated goals. We provide comprehensive legal support to help deliver third sector clients deliver positive outcomes for their stakeholders. Our lawyers also advise Third Sector organisations on how they should interact with their stakeholders. Here our Human Rights expertise is key as we address issues of race, gender, and sexual orientation, amongst others, to ensure that Third Sector organisations are having a positive impact with distinct groups and not inadvertently benefitting one group disproportionately.
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TozziniFreire Advogados is an acclaimed law firm that attracts praise for its department dedicated to the third sector. The firm is commended for providing full-service legal support to civil society organisations, educational institutions and foundations concerning governance structuring, due diligence in human rights, LGPD and conflict mediation.
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TozziniFreire advised UNAS on a pro bono legal services initiative in Brazil, coordinating volunteers and consultations regarding access to justice and citizenship support.
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Beyond the technical aspects, TozziniFreire greatly reassures us because of its long experience in the third sector. Their work in this area doesn't stick to a merely social responsibility angle. They are focused on institutional strengthening and continuous partnerships.
TozziniFreire is a technically excellent third sector legal service and also a very fast one. Whenever we needed to contact them, they met with us immediately and delivered very quick opinions.
TozziniFreire has incredible expertise in third sector law and they follow the development in this segment very well. Furthermore, they are proactive, always bringing relevant discussions to our attention and showing interest in our cause.
One of the firms with the longest-running third sector practices in the market, TozziniFreire navigates complex and sensitive issues in this field, aiming to promote better solutions for our organisation without exposing its members to legal risks.
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Clara Serva is a well-known business and human rights practitioner, who also garners praise for her expertise and dedication to the third sector. Clara offers clients a wealth of experience across a range of matters, including advocacy, governance structuring and strategic litigation.
Clara Serva is a third-sector lawyer who is a leading expert in the field of human rights.
Clara Serva is a really technical and empathetic lawyer. She's a point of reference in third sector law.
Clara Serva is a third sector lawyer who does great work for us and has always been receptive to our queries when we have them.
I think she's fantastic - a real pioneer in third sector law. Clara Serva developed the social responsibility area at her firm and is an incredible lawyer, with a great appetite for innovation and a plenty of willingness to help us. I wouldn't want any other partner in this area. Working with her is a privilege.
A very committed and welcoming lawyer, Clara Serva has high technique in third sector matters.
Head of Third Sector
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