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Leonardo Alfradique Martins

Brazil 2026

Machado, Meyer, Sendacz e Opice

Ranked in 1 practice area

Tax: Rio de Janeiro

Brazil

5 years ranked

About

Provided by Machado, Meyer, Sendacz e Opice

Brazil: Regions

Practice Areas

Tax / Oil and gas / Mining / Energy

Career

Has more than 26 years of legal experience, working extensively in tax litigation before judicial and administrative courts, representing clients from a wide range of sectors, such as oil and gas, aviation, telecommunications, the music industry and the steel industry. He has been voted one of the most admired professionals in his field by publications such as Latin Lawyer, ITR and Lacca Approved. He coordinates the tax team of the Rio de Janeiro unit, responsible, together with the São Paulo partners, for serving the large client base in the state. He is Chairman of the national Legal, Tax & Regulatory Committee of the British Chamber of Commerce (Britcham) and a member of the OAB/RJ Special Committee on Tax Matters.

Professional Memberships

President of the national Legal, Tax & Regulatory Committee of the British Chamber of Commerce (Britcham); Brazilian Bar Association; Member of the Special Commission for Tax Issues of Brazilian Bar Association/ Rio de Janeiro.

Languages Spoken

Portuguese and English.

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Chambers Brazil: Regions

Tax: Rio de Janeiro - Brazil

Band 2

Individual Editorial

Leonardo Alfradique Martins is active handling tax litigation mandates, especially advising clients in the oil industry.

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

Leonardo stands out for his technical seniority, strategic understanding of litigation and solid institutional reputation. He is a reliable partner in thorny tax matters.
Tax: Rio de JaneiroChambers Brazil: Regions
Leonardo Martins combines extensive knowledge with personalised service and excellent timing.
Tax: Rio de JaneiroChambers Brazil: Regions
Leonardo Alfradique Martins is very responsive and always available, playing a central role in strategic tax discussions. He brings practical proposals and clear alignment, acting with strong business orientation to support the company.
Tax: Rio de JaneiroChambers Brazil: Regions
Leonardo is proactive and brings pertinent ideas to our tax matters.
Tax: Rio de JaneiroChambers Brazil: Regions
The lawyer inspires confidence in the tax topics we discuss and shows in-depth knowledge of our matters. Leonardo Alfradique Martins deserves recognition for his great performance and constant availability to assist us.
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