Leila Pereira

Leila Pereira is a partner at Martinelli Advogados and Head of Tax Litigation and Tax Compliance in Paraná. She advises domestic and multinational companies on complex tax controversies, administrative and judicial litigation, tax compliance and strategic tax governance.

Her practice focuses on high-value tax disputes, tax risk management, corporate tax compliance, tax audits, settlement negotiations, and the implementation of governance frameworks designed to reduce litigation exposure and support business decision-making.

She also advises clients on the practical impacts of Brazil's tax reform, assisting companies in adapting their governance and compliance structures to an evolving regulatory environment.

Leads the Tax Litigation and Tax Compliance practice in Paraná, advising companies on complex judicial and administrative tax disputes, strategic tax planning, governance and tax controversy management.

Responsible for multidisciplinary teams handling sophisticated tax litigation, tax audits, compliance projects and strategic advisory matters involving significant financial exposure.

Attorney – Martinelli Advogados (2016–Present)

Built extensive experience representing companies before tax authorities and courts, with emphasis on high-complexity tax disputes and regulatory matters.

Brazilian Bar Association (OAB)

Tax Law Commission – OAB Paraná

Women in Tax (if membership can be confirmed)

Articles on Tax Reform and Tax Governance

Publications regarding habitual tax debtor legislation and tax controversy

Articles on tax compliance and litigation strategy

Advises multinational corporations and leading Brazilian companies operating in agribusiness, manufacturing, retail, logistics, energy and services.

Leila is recognised for combining strong technical expertise with a practical business perspective. Clients value her ability to translate highly technical tax matters into strategic solutions that support business growth, minimise disputes and strengthen tax governance.

She is also actively engaged in discussions concerning tax reform, tax governance and corporate compliance, frequently participating in industry events and professional initiatives

Advises leading Brazilian and multinational companies on complex tax litigation before administrative and judicial courts.

Represents clients in high-value tax controversies involving strategic business decisions.

Assists companies in implementing governance structures required by Brazil's Tax Reform.

Advises clients on tax compliance, tax audits and litigation prevention strategies.

Leads multidisciplinary teams handling sophisticated tax disputes across multiple industries.

More than ten years of experience advising companies on sophisticated tax litigation, tax controversy and compliance matters. Regularly assists clients in judicial and administrative proceedings involving complex tax assessments, strategic tax governance, corporate restructuring and tax risk mitigation.

Has developed significant expertise in advising companies on the implementation of Brazil's tax reform, particularly regarding governance structures, compliance programs and litigation prevention.

FIA Business School

MBA – Agribusiness

Universidade Positivo

Postgraduate Degree in Business Tax Law and Tax Procedure