Chambers Brazil Awards 2022 shortlist: 

Brazil Law Firm of the Year: Pinheiro Neto, 2021 (Announced in Miami) 

Dispute Resolution (Litigation and Arbitration) Law Firm of the Year  
Demarest Advogados 
Ferro, Castro Neves, Dalto & Gomide Advogados 
Mattos Filho, Veiga Filho, Marrey Jr. e Quiroga Advogados 
Pinheiro Neto Advogados 
Sergio Bermudes Advogados 
TozziniFreire Advogados 

Winner: Sergio Bermudes Advogados 
Sergio Bermudes is a household name in the Dispute Resolution arena in Brazil, including litigation and arbitration. A client praises: "They are flawless in technical knowledge. The team is always 100% available and has a deep knowledge not only about disputes, but also about business." Another client says: “The technical quality of their work is impeccable.” A source adds: “They are outstanding, always with innovative perspectives and successful solutions.”  

Labour & Employment Law Firm of the Year 
Demarest Advogados 
Machado, Meyer, Sendacz e Opice Advogados 
Mallet Advogados  
Mattos Filho, Veiga Filho, Marrey Jr. e Quiroga Advogados 
Pinheiro Neto Advogados 
TozziniFreire Advogados 

Winner: Mattos Filho, Veiga Filho, Marrey Jr. e Quiroga Advogados 
Mattos Filho’s market leading Labour & Employment department gathers remarkable recognition from the market, with one client saying: “They stand out. It is impressive how the partners are always available. They offer a comprehensive view of labour matters and understand the client.” Another client notes: “They worked on very strategic and high value matters and did an excellent job.” A market commentator adds: “It is a great firm, I have the utmost respect and admiration.” 

Tax (Litigation and Non-contentious) Law Firm of the Year  
Krakowiak Advogados
Machado, Meyer, Sendacz e Opice Advogados 
Mariz De Oliveira e Siqueira Campos Advogados 
Mattos Filho, Veiga Filho, Marrey Jr. e Quiroga Advogados 
Pinheiro Neto Advogados 
Sacha Calmon - Misabel Derzi Consultores e Advogados 

Winner: Mariz de Oliveira e Siqueira Campos Advogados 
Mariz de Oliveira is an acclaimed firm, much-admired for its contentious and non-contentious tax practice. A client says: “It is undoubtedly one of the most technical firms I have ever worked with in Brazil for tax matters." Highlighting the team’s “excellency and technical rigor,” another client notes: “I consider them the top firm in Latin America.” A source adds: “They are highly respected in the market and have impeccable technical knowledge."  

Intellectual Property Law Firm of the Year 
BMA Advogados  
Dannemann Siemsen  
Gusmão & Labrunie 
Kasznar Leonardos Intellectual Property 
Licks Attorneys 
Montaury Pimenta, Machado & Vieira de Mello  
Pinheiro Neto Advogados 

Winner: Dannemann Siemsen 
Dannemann Siemsen is a household name in the Intellectual Property arena in Brazil admired by clients and peers alike. A client says: "The firm's professionals have a broad knowledge," and adds: "They are very accessible and understand our business needs very well." Another client notes: “They are excellent, the number 1 firm in the area.” A source adds: “They work on highly complex and strategic matters and never disappoint.”   

Energy & Natural Resources (Mining, Power and Oil & Gas) Law Firm of the Year 
Machado, Meyer, Sendacz e OpiceAdvogados 
Mattos Filho, Veiga Filho, Marrey Jr. e Quiroga Advogados 
Pinheiro Neto Advogados 
Tauil & Chequer Advogados in association with Mayer Brown 
Veirano Advogados 
Ulhôa Canto, Rezende e Guerra Advogados 

Winner: Mattos Filho, Veiga Filho, Marrey Jr. e Quiroga Advogados 
Heavyweight Mattos Filho has an acclaimed Energy & Natural Resources practice. A client says: “We are not aware of any other law firm with such a highly specialised team and with such an in-depth capacity both in regulatory and transactional matters." Another client adds: “The team is the foremost oil and gas law firm in Brazil.” A source further notes: “They stand out for the high technical quality of the team.”  

Public Law - Law Firm of the Year 
Justen, Pereira, Oliveira & Talamini Advogados Associados 
Machado, Meyer, Sendacz e Opice Advogados 
Manesco, Ramires, Perez, Azevedo Marques Sociedade de Advogados 
Sundfeld Advogados 

Winner: Machado, Meyer, Sendacz e Opice 
Machado Meyer’s Public Law practice had a stellar performance. A client praised: “They were impeccable. They stand out for the way they handle complex and difficult situations, making us feel at ease and helping us find the best solution.” Another client adds: “This is a state-of-the-art law firm. It has a very qualified and senior public law team.” A market commentator notes: “They are a top level practice with an excellent bench.” 

Data Protection & Technology Law Firm of the Year 
Mattos Filho, Veiga Filho, Marrey Jr. e Quiroga Advogados 
Opice Blum, Bruno e Vainzof Advogados Associados
Pinheiro Neto Advogados 
TozziniFreire Advogados 

Winner: Mattos Filho, Veiga Filho, Marrey Jr. e Quiroga Advogados
Mattos Filho is in the forefront of data protection and technology, being praised by clients and peers. A client says: "Their strategic advice on matters involving data protection is extraordinary and of very high quality." Another client adds: “They come up with innovative solutions and really understand the client’s business.” A source highlights the team’s: “excellent technical quality, in-depth knowledge and business awareness.” 

Agribusiness Law Firm of the Year 
Demarest Advogados 
Pinheiro Neto Advogados 
Ramos e Zuanon Advogados 
Santos Neto Advogados  
Vaz, Buranello, Shingaki & Oioli Advogados 

Winner: Santos Neto Advogados 
Santos Neto has a renowned agribusiness practice. A source says: “They are very strong in agribusiness, an excellent firm.” A client appreciates that “they are extremely diligent.” Another market observer notes: “They are highly specialised, active and have a great knowledge of the sector.”  

M&A Law Firm of the Year 
BMA Advogados 
Cescon, Barrieu, Flesch & Barreto Advogados 
Lefosse Advogados 
Machado, Meyer, Sendacz e Opice Advogados 
Mattos Filho, Veiga Filho, Marrey Jr. e Quiroga Advogados 
Pinheiro Neto Advogados 

Winner: Pinheiro Neto Advogados 
Powerhouse Pinheiro Neto has a stellar Corporate/M&A department. A client says: "It is the best firm in Brazil, it is a large and sophisticated team," while another adds: “The service is outstanding and the team is very skilled.” A market observer notes: “They always work on the main transactions in the country.” A source further comments: “They are excellent and have the best professionals in the market.” 

Capital Markets Law Firm of the Year 
Cescon, Barrieu, Flesch & Barreto Advogados 
Lefosse Advogados 
Machado, Meyer, Sendacz e Opice Advogados 
Mattos Filho, Veiga Filho, Marrey Jr. e Quiroga 
Pinheiro Guimarães 
Pinheiro Neto Advogados 

Winner: Mattos Filho, Veiga Filho, Marrey Jr. e Quiroga 
Powerhouse Mattos Filho’s capital markets practice is highly regarded in the market. A client says: "They provide a first-class work. They are true partners.” Another client notes: “They had an outstanding performance, the team really stands out.” A source further adds: “They provide impeccable service and know the market like few others.” 

Banking & Finance Law Firm of the Year 
Cescon, Barrieu, Flesch & Barreto Advogados  
Machado, Meyer, Sendacz e Opice Advogados 
Mattos Filho, Veiga Filho, Marrey Jr. e Quiroga 
Pinheiro Guimarães 
Pinheiro Neto Advogados 

Winner: Pinheiro Neto Advogados 
Pinheiro Neto’s top-tier Banking & Finance department is revered by clients and peers alike. A client says: "They are excellent. In the banking sector they command sound knowledge of matters related to the Central Bank and have an innovative outlook,” while another adds: “They are the best in banking matters in Brazil." A source notes: “They did an outstanding work for us.” 

Real Estate Law Firm of the Year 
Bicalho Adv. 
Campos Mello Advogados in cooperation with DLA Piper 
Duarte Garcia, Serra Netto e Terra Advogados 
KLA Advogados 
Pinheiro Neto Advogados 
Stocche Forbes Advogados 
Veirano Advogados 

Winner: Duarte Garcia, Serra Netto e Terra Advogados 
Duarte Garcia has a prestigious Real Estate practice, held in high esteem by market observers. In the words of a client: “The firm is number one in real estate; they are the best in Brazil, no other firm compares.” Another client appreciates that “in addition to their experience, the dedication and availability of the team was very important and made a real difference.” A market observer says: “They are highly specialised and very strong in real estate.”   

Brazil International Counsel Law Firm of the Year 
Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP  
Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP  
Milbank LLP  
Paul Hastings LLP 
Shearman & Sterling LLP 
Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP 
Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates 
White & Case LLP 

Winner: Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP   
Cleary Gottlieb has a strong presence in Brazil and is a distinguished international counsel. A client appreciates that “they keep the standards very high,” and adds: “They really stand out for their consistency across different partners.” Another market observer notes: “They have a great team. One of the big differences about them is that they have the boots on the ground and a team that can speak portuguese and carry a deal here in Brazil, it really simplifies things.” A source comments: “They provide really high-quality services and can really build trust. It is one of the best firms in Brazil.”   

Chambers D&I Awards: Brazil 2022 

PRIVATE PRACTICE 

Individual Awards 

Diversity & Inclusion: Future Leader 
Larissa Medeiros Rocha – BMA Advogados 
Robson de Oliveira – Demarest 
Gabriel Oliveira Guilherme - Kasznar Leonardos 
Vagner Araújo - Machado, Meyer, Sendacz e Opice Advogados 
Samuel Olavo de Castro - Mattos Filho, Veiga Filho, Marrey Jr e Quiroga Advogados  
Cecília Margutti Passos - Stocche Forbes Advogados 
Clara Pacce Pinto Serva - TozziniFreire Advogados 
Mayara Sant'Anna - Veirano Advogados 

Winner: Robson de Oliveira – Demarest
Robson de Oliveira has used his position to bring attention to the vital discussion about racial equity and inclusion in the profession. A key coordinator of the Incluir Direito project, a program designed to combat racial inequality in the legal industry and provide mentoring to junior lawyers, he also helped launched Demarest’s race affinity group, D RAÍZES.

Diversity & Inclusion: Outstanding Contribution 
Carla Amaral de Andrade Junqueira - Carla Junqueira & Associadas  
Luciano Inácio de Souza - Cescon, Barrieu, Flesch & Barreto Advogados 
Isabella Cardozo - Daniel Law 
Aloizio Lima - Lefosse Advogados 
Filipe Casellato Scabora - BSA (Black Stream Associates)
Júlio Bueno - Pinheiro Neto Advogados 
Maria Elisa Gualandi Verri - TozziniFreire Advogados 
Ana Teresa Caetano de Marinis - Veirano Advogados 

Winner: Isabella Cardozo - Daniel Law
A powerful trailblazer, Isabella Cardozo has been the driving force behind Daniel Law’s success in advancing D&I. By creating detailed plans and targets for the advancement of diverse attorneys, integrating the plans into the firm’s overall goals, and also working extensively with external stakeholders, she has created a lasting legacy.

Firm Awards 

Diversity & Inclusion: Outstanding Firm 
BMA Advogados 
Carla Junqueira & Associadas  
Daniel Law 
Demarest 
Kasznar Leonardos 
Lefosse Advogados 
Mattos Filho, Veiga Filho, Marrey Jr e Quiroga Advogados 
Souto Correa Advogados 
TozziniFreire Advogados 
Trench Rossi Watanabe 

Winner: TozziniFreire Advogados
TozziniFreire Advogados are rewarded for their innovative diverse recruitment with a fantastic success rate, including working with NGOs to hire refugees. Through an extensive internal events program, they have created an inclusive culture at the firm, while they also provide guidance on legal considerations for a variety of protected characteristics.

Pro Bono: Outstanding Firm 
Bichara Advogados 
BMA Advogados 
Cescon, Barrieu, Flesch & Barreto Advogados 
Mattos Filho, Veiga Filho, Marrey Jr e Quiroga Advogados 
Pinheiro Neto Advogados 
SiqueiraCastro Advogados 
Tauil & Chequer Advogados  
Trench Rossi Watanabe 

Winner: Mattos Filho, Veiga Filho, Marrey Jr e Quiroga Advogados
With an extensive pro bono program, Mattos Filho were able to respond swiftly to the Covid-19 pandemic, creating accessible guides for multiple vulnerable groups to know their rights during the pandemic and working with the Public Defender's office in Sao Paulo to provide free legal assistance to socioeconomically vulnerable individuals.

Environment & Sustainability: Outstanding Firm 
Demarest 
Graça, Couto, Sequerra, Levitinas, Bicudo, Leal & Abby Advogados 
Machado, Meyer, Sendacz e Opice Advogados 
Mattos Filho, Veiga Filho, Marrey Jr e Quiroga Advogados 
Milaré Advogados  
Pinheiro Neto Advogados 
TozziniFreire Advogados 
Trench Rossi Watanabe 

Winner: Pinheiro Neto Advogados
Having achieved Net Zero in 2007, Pinheiro Neto Advogados have continued to lead on sustainability in Brazil. As well as promoting sustainability best practice internally, they have helped restore over 75 hectares of native forest while also providing extensive pro bono support to numerous environmental NGOs.

IN-HOUSE 

Individual Awards 

Diversity & Inclusion: In-House Lawyer of the Year 
Rodrigo Reis - 99 DiDi 
Fabio Eduardo de Pieri Spina – Gerdau 
Cainara Guassu - Philip Morris Brasil Indústria e Comércio Ltda 
Ana Pellegrini – QuintoAndar 
Michele Lyra – Shell 
Maíra Oltra – Stripe 

Winners: Rodrigo Reis - 99 DiDi & Maíra Oltra – Stripe
Co-creators of the Black Tax Matters Movement, as association of tax experts dedicated to inclusion of afro-descendants in tax and accounting market, Rodrigo Reis and Maíra Oltra have created an extensive network of support that also helps to connect candidates to job and career advancement opportunities.

Company Award 

Diversity & Inclusion: In-House Team of the Year 
Ambev  
EDP 
IBM 
Nubank 

Winner: EDP
EDP are recognized for their outstanding commitment to D&I. Highlights include ambitious targets to recruit from underrepresented groups, an extensive training plan for such recruits and dedication to creating an inclusive culture.