LAWYER PROFILE

Donovan Mazza Lessa

Brazil 2026

Maneira Advogados

Ranked in 2 practice areas

Tax Litigation: The Elite

Brazil

1 year ranked

Tax: Rio de Janeiro

Brazil

3 years ranked

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Chambers Brazil: Contentious

Tax Litigation: The Elite - Brazil

Band 3

Individual Editorial

Donovan Massa Lessa is a tax litigation lawyer notably active advising clients -particularly those in the energy and O&G sectors - on disputes involving a range of tax matters, including goodwill amortisation and IRPJ.

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Chambers Brazil: Regions

Tax: Rio de Janeiro - Brazil

Band 5

Individual Editorial

Donovan Mazza Lessa shows a high level of involvement in the Rio de Janeiro tax law scene, mainly focusing on dispute mandates, including judicial and administrative matters.

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

One of his firm's leading partners, Donovan Lessa knows how to develop excellent procedural strategies in our tax litigation matters. He is very attentive to clients, has a strong academic streak and works on cases related to both direct and indirect taxes.
Tax Litigation: The EliteChambers Brazil: Contentious
I've known Donovan Lessa for some time and can say that he manages to combine extensive academic knowledge with court expertise. He's one of the most renowned tax litigation lawyers focused on the O&G sector.
Tax Litigation: The EliteChambers Brazil: Contentious
Donovan Lessa brings excellent technical skills to our tax litigation cases. He's a must-have partner.
Tax Litigation: The EliteChambers Brazil: Contentious
In my view, he has always handled highly thorny tax matters with great competence. Donovan’s critical thinking and technical command lead us to seek his opinion whenever we face impasses or controversial situations.
Tax: Rio de JaneiroChambers Brazil: Regions
Donovan Mazza Lessa is a highly experienced tax lawyer with strong academic credentials who provides personalised service to his clients.
Tax: Rio de JaneiroChambers Brazil: Regions
Donovan has extensive experience in tax law and the ability to find solutions for sensitive cases.
Tax: Rio de JaneiroChambers Brazil: Regions