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Tax Non-contentious: The Elite

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Tax Non-contentious: The Elite - Brazil

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Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Trench Rossi Watanabe is a well-known firm assisting domestic and international clients with a range of tax issues. Players from the technology, pharmaceutical and cosmetics industries benefit from the team's ability to advise on the fiscal aspects of complex transactions such as M&A, corporate reorganisations and capital market operations. Its team of experts also has a solid amount of experience advising on the full spectrum of federal, state and municipal taxes, including PIS/COFINS, ICMS and ISS.

Work Highlights

  • Trench Rossi advised AccorInvest on the main tax aspects of the sale of its Brazilian portfolio of hotels to Banco BTG Pactual S.A.

Strengths

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A firm of extreme technical knowledge in several jurisdictions and great business acumen. In my opinion, Trench Rossi is a point of reference in the Brazilian tax market.

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Trench Rossi Watanabe has assisted our group with our Brazilian tax matters and I single out their team's flexibility and quick replies.

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Trench Rossi's combination of a recognised national market presence and strategic integration with a large international firm sets them apart.

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When we seek a robust and trustworthy opinion, we rely, whenever possible, on the expertise of Trench Rossi Watanabe, which has proven to be a crucial partner to our business.

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Trench Rossi deeply understands the Brazilian tax system and how multinational companies may be affected by it. We don't see other firms considering this international context when working.

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Notable Practitioners

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Simone Dias Musa
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Simone Dias Musa
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Eminent Practitioners

Simone Dias Musa has cultivated a tax practice that sees her advising clients on complex mandates, including handling the tax implications of M&A transactions. She is also able to advise on corporate reorganisations and transfer pricing issues.

Simone Musa speaks in a profound, clear and didactic way, even on complex topics. She shows great technical competence.

A great Brazilian lawyer with an international approach, Simone Musa manages to find tax solutions in a holistic way.

Simone Musa has broad technical knowledge and acts with proactivity.

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Clarissa Giannetti Machado
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Clarissa Giannetti Machado
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Band 3

Clarissa Giannetti Machado is a partner who has gathered experience assisting clients with tax issues related to corporate mandates, including M&A and restructurings.

Clarissa Machado has extensive experience in national and international tax planning, corporate restructuring, M&A transactions, financial transactions and wealth management advice.

She shows strong technical expertise, a proactive approach and a warm demeanour. Clarissa Machado's ability to deliver clear and timely guidance has been incredibly valuable to us.

Clarissa is an extremely attentive and skilful professional. Her personalised approach truly stands out and inspires great confidence.

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Adriana Stamato
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Adriana Stamato
4
Band 4

Adriana Stamato has developed a tax practice that is familiar with indirect taxation, which allows her to act on corporate issues such as reorganisations or setting up new business models.

Adriana Stamato has a deep and solid knowledge of legislation, jurisprudence and market practices. She is a highly regarded professional who adds significant value to projects.

Adriana Stamato always shows exceptional responsiveness, deep technical knowledge, and a friendly, approachable manner. Her collaborative attitude and clear guidance have been essential to us.

I salute Adriana Stamato's deep expertise in indirect tax. She works in a client-focused way, striking a good balance between tax opportunities and risk management.

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Maria Fernanda Furtado Fernandes
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Maria Fernanda Furtado Fernandes
5
Band 5

Maria Fernanda Furtado Fernandes is a seasoned partner on tax matters related to stake acquisition, transfer pricing and tax planning. Her work is particularly cherished by O&G and energy companies, which regularly retain her.

I highlight Maria Fernanda Furtado's empathy and technique. She actively listens to every subject we discuss with her to offer the best solution, which greatly reassures us.

Maria Fernanda Furtado is a tax lawyer who has incredible expertise and knowledge of our sector.

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Luciana Nobrega
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Luciana Nobrega
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Band 6

Luciana Nobrega is a tax lawyer whose sturdy and copious transfer pricing work made her recognised by the market as an expert on that subject. Her expertise has made her a popular choice for companies in the power and automotive sector.

A great lawyer. Luciana Nobrega is technical, practical and accessible.

Luciana Nobrega has a strategic vision and stands out for her ability to simplify complex issues. She can translate technical issues into clear and objective solutions.

Luciana is an extremely qualified professional with deep expertise in legal-tax matters, both in Brazil and internationally. A true market reference, in my opinion.

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Simone Dias Musa
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Simone Dias Musa
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Eminent Practitioners
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Clarissa Giannetti Machado
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Clarissa Giannetti Machado
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Band 3
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Adriana Stamato
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Adriana Stamato
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Maria Fernanda Furtado Fernandes
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Maria Fernanda Furtado Fernandes
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Luciana Nobrega
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Luciana Nobrega
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Band 6
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