Consumer Law
Brazil Guide 2024 : Brazil
Band 3
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Provided by Veirano Advogados
The tendency for strict, consumer-oriented enforcement of the Consumer Defense Code and related laws can make Brazil a challenging place to do business. Companies rely on our team of specialists to navigate this highly regulated environment and advance their market goals.
The team applies differentiated skills and expertise in dealing with public authorities – Bureau of Consumer Protection (PROCON), Public Attorney’s Office, DPDC, SENACON and other bodies – and complex litigation such as public civil actions and bet-the-company litigation.
We have in-depth expertise on product liability comparative law, working closely with our clients to fully understand their business and deliver tailormade advice and practical solutions, always aligned with the company’s values and policies.
Clients can enjoy a full range of high-quality services in complex matters
- Recall procedures
- Pre-Litigation
- Litigation
- Advice
We have outstanding expertise in several market sectors such as tobacco, machines and equipment, automotive, healthcare and pharmaceutical, technology, food, education, and aviation, among others.
The team represents healthcare and pharmaceutical companies regularly, developing an appreciated and recognized knowledge of life sciences products. As a result, we assist clients in the introduction of new products in the country, advising them on how to best comply with the Brazilian regulatory and consumer legislation.
Chambers Review
Veirano Advogados is regularly retained by companies in the technology, retail, cosmetic and tobacco industries in strategic product recalls and lawsuits related to product liability. The prominent consumer law department holds significant expertise in dealing with judicial and administrative proceedings before the relevant regulatory authorities. The firm provides general consultancy as a further area of expertise, advising on contractual consumer matters and preventive measures, especially regarding digital environment. Lalamove Tecnologia is a new client addition.
Work Highlights
- Veirano represents Janssen in the indemnity action brought by a consumer due to the alleged failure of a Johnson manufacturing equipment during a surgical procedure.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"They are specialised in the field of consumer law. They handle highly strategic matters."
"They are specialised in the field of consumer law. They handle highly strategic matters."
Notable Practitioners
Priscila Sansone is a highly active partner in consumer law, handling complex administrative proceedings, product liability and class actions. Clients from the technology, healthcare and pharmaceutical industries are frequently advised by her.
"She is an expert in consumer law. The resolves the matters that she deals with."
"Excellent professional, great customer service, always ready and she puts emphasis on the commercial understanding of the issues."
Ranked Lawyers at
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Industries
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Automotive
Aviation
Education
Electronic
Entertainment
Jewellery
Life sciences
Machinery
Pharmaceutical
Retail
Technology
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