Dispute Resolution: White-Collar Crime
Brazil Guide 2024 : Brazil
Band 4
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Provided by Trench Rossi Watanabe
For many years, Trench Rossi Watanabe has been assisting companies in the protection of their interests with preventive and litigation measures connected with corporate crimes, helping them to comply with Brazil’s environment, tax, and other corporate laws.
The team’s knowledge about the corporate legislation around the world may likewise help identify and avoid negotiations with third parties, subject to corruption. The Firm is in a privileged position by offering advise (including the definition of policies) in anti-money laundering and anti-corruption measures.
Additionally, its knowledge in internal investigations puts Trench Rossi in a unique position not only to assist the District Attorney and other law enforcement agencies in persecuting individuals who committed crimes against the companies, but also in locating and seizing their assets.
Another differential of the Firm is its Crisis Task Force, that encompasses lawyers prepared for all sort of dawn raids (antitrust, criminal, IP), sudden inspections (public health, controlled substances, environmental), and accidents (labour, frauds, strikes), thus making sure the client is fully advised and supported by the team.
During the last years, the White-Collar group also increased the work in pro bono, specially assisting families at risk in domestic violence cases.
Chambers Review
Trench Rossi Watanabe has an established criminal law practice that sees it representing high-profile individuals and corporate entities regarding financial and corporate crimes, including money laundering, corruption, criminal conspiracy, among other issues. The team is also concerned with providing assistance with tax and health criminal investigations. The firm is familiar with clients active in the heath, pharmaceutical and technologies sectors.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Full capacity to meet the demands, including those of greater complexity. They are well equipped to deal with the themes of the area and display a high degree of helpfulness and proactivity."
"It's been impressive how the seniors handle the topic with a very solid expertise and correct strategy. They have the ability to go deep in a complex scenario, analysing various alternatives."
"Their legal expertise, attention to detail, and strategic approach have been instrumental in successfully navigating intricate legal issues. I am very satisfied with their team's depth and breadth."
"Full capacity to meet the demands, including those of greater complexity. They are well equipped to deal with the themes of the area and display a high degree of helpfulness and proactivity."
"It's been impressive how the seniors handle the topic with a very solid expertise and correct strategy. They have the ability to go deep in a complex scenario, analysing various alternatives."
"Their legal expertise, attention to detail, and strategic approach have been instrumental in successfully navigating intricate legal issues. I am very satisfied with their team's depth and breadth."
Notable Practitioners
João Gameirois well equipped to deal with corporate criminal cases, including administrative concerns.
"João's expertise and guidance were invaluable, and I felt well informed and supported at every stage."
"I would like to highlight that João significantly contributed to the positive outcome of our case. His attention to detail, prompt communication, and strategic approach were particularly impressive."
"João Augusto Gameiro is very committed; he has the strong ability and technical skills to handle complex situations. He knows how to communicate clearly and effectively."