Natalia Imparato

Practice Areas

Natalia Imparato specializes in Family and Succession Law, providing comprehensive legal services in both contentious and consensual matters. Her expertise includes divorce proceedings (judicial and extrajudicial, contested and uncontested), recognition and dissolution of stable unions, annulment of marriage, child custody and visitation rights, alimony claims and enforcement, prenuptial and cohabitation agreements, and international family law issues.

In succession law, Natalia advises on estate planning, wills, donations, probate (both judicial and extrajudicial), inheritance division, and related court authorizations. She is experienced in handling complex cross-border family and succession disputes, assisting both Brazilian nationals abroad and foreign clients in Brazil.

Her practice is characterized by a strategic and personalized approach, balancing technical legal expertise with sensitivity to clients' individual circumstances.

Career

Natalia Imparato is a founding partner at Imparato e Reicher Advocacia, a boutique law firm dedicated to Family and Succession Law. She holds a law degree from the University of São Paulo Law School (Largo São Francisco), class of 1996, and has pursued postgraduate specializations in Civil Procedure Law at COGEA–PUC and in Corporate Law at Fundação Getulio Vargas – GVlaw.

With over 30 years of experience in the field, she has been exclusively practicing Family and Succession Law since 1993, with a focus on strategic, high-stakes, and often cross-border matters.

Natalia serves as a Reporting Member (Relatora) of the 3rd Ethics Tribunal of the Brazilian Bar Association – São Paulo Section (OAB/SP), where she contributes to upholding ethical standards in the legal profession.

She is also a member of the Brazilian Institute of Family Law (IBDFAM), actively participating in national debates and scholarly initiatives that shape the development of family law in Brazil.

Natalia has been consistently ranked by Chambers and Partners in the High Net Worth Guide – Family/Matrimonial: Brazil, which highlights leading professionals in the legal market based on in-depth research and client feedback.

Registered with the Brazilian Bar Association – São Paulo Section (OAB/SP) under number 146.216.

Professional Memberships

Brazilian Bar Association – São Paulo Section (OAB/SP), Registration No. 146.216

Brazilian Institute of Family Law (IBDFAM)

Publications

"Family Law Practice: The Reality of Divorces and the Role of Imparato e Reicher" – Mercado Jurídico

A comprehensive article addressing the evolving landscape of family law in Brazil, with a focus on the strategic approach adopted by Imparato e Reicher in managing complex divorce cases and protecting client interests.

Interview and commentary – Folha de S.Paulo

Contributed expert insights into the practical challenges faced by families undergoing legal disputes, emphasizing the importance of specialized legal support for sensitive family matters.

Interview and expert perspective – Revista Alpha

Shared perspectives on key family law issues including custody arrangements, asset division, and mediation, underscoring the benefits of tailored legal strategies.

Feature article – Revista VIP

Discussed common legal hurdles in family law and succession, detailing how the firm’s personalized approach supports clients through challenging times.

Legal insights and contributions – Revista Claudia

Explored the psychological impacts of family disputes and how a compassionate legal approach can contribute to more constructive resolutions.

Expert commentary – Revista Lola

Highlighted innovative legal solutions for families navigating separation, inheritance planning, and international legal complexities.

Additional contribution – Revista VIP

Offered updates on emerging trends in divorce law and effective legal tools available for asset protection and family governance.

Interview in the feature "All About Family Law"

Presented the founding principles of Imparato e Reicher Advocacia and shared the partners’ commitment to excellence and empathy in family and succession law practice.

Personal

Natalia is married, a mother, and lives in São Paulo. Outside of her legal practice, she values family life and is committed to maintaining a balanced and thoughtful approach to both her personal and professional responsibilities.

Clients

Advises high-net-worth individuals, families, business owners, and family offices on complex family and succession matters.

Provides legal support for Brazilian clients residing abroad and for foreign clients involved in family and inheritance proceedings in Brazil.

Works in close coordination with international law firms in cross-border matters.

Work Highlights

Representation in high-conflict divorce and inheritance disputes involving substantial estates.

Advisory in estate and succession planning for family-owned businesses and multigenerational wealth.

Leadership in negotiating and structuring prenuptial agreements and family governance arrangements.

Industry Sector Expertise

Family Law

- Divorce (judicial/extrajudicial, contested/uncontested)

- Stable union recognition and dissolution-

- Marriage annulment

- Division of marital property

- Custody and visitation

- Alimony (claims, revisions, enforcement)

- Prenuptial, cohabitation, and dating agreements

- Guardianship and interdiction

- International child abduction (Hague Convention)

- Same-sex family relations

- Urgent and provisional relief (asset freeze, separation of bodies, personal property recovery)

- Paternity investigations

- Consulting for foreign attorneys on Brazilian Family Law

Succession Law

- Estate planning

- Wills and donations

- Probate (judicial and extrajudicial)

- Simplified inheritance proceedings

- Court orders and adjudications

- Cross-border inheritance structures

- Legal consulting for foreign attorneys on Brazilian Succession Law

Civil Law (Corporate-Family Interface)

- Dissolution of family businesses

- Share valuation (apuração de haveres)

- Rent assessment in family property disputes

International Family and Succession Law

- Cross-border family and succession disputes

- Assistance for Brazilian expatriates and foreign nationals

- Coordination with international counsel in multi-jurisdictional cases

Expert in these Jurisdictions

Brazil (São Paulo and nationwide)

Cross-border family and succession matters involving international jurisdictions

Languages Spoken

Portuguese (native)

English (fluent)

Experience

Over 30 years of experience in Family and Succession Law.

Deep expertise in litigation, mediation, estate planning, and cross-border family structures.

Recognized for combining technical precision with a highly personalized and ethical approach.

Education

Awards