Rafael Barroso Fontelles, Brazil

Ranked in 3 Practice Areas

Band 3

Dispute Resolution: Rio de Janeiro

Brazil

4 Years Ranked

Band 3

Dispute Resolution: Litigation: Elite

Brazil

1 Years Ranked

Band 4

Consumer Law

Brazil

2 Years Ranked

Ranked in Guides

Global 2026

About

Provided by Rafael Barroso Fontelles

Brazil: Contentious

Practice Areas

Rafael is a partner at the firm. His practice is strongly focused on the banking sector, from which he represents the major Brazilian players. Rafael acts on strategic, high-value litigation cases and in all courts across Brazil, including the STJ (Brazilian Superior Court of Justice).

Career

He has been working at BFBM since 2013. Rafael is the leader of our Banking and Consumer Law teams and has been working extensively in a wide range of matters within the field, concerning regulatory restrictions, consumer rights, state and local law limitations, and others. Rafael has been recently ranked at Chambers and Partners Brazil in the Dispute Resolution: Litigation practice area.

Personal

Rafael's hobby is being the leader of a Carnival group and running half marathons all over.

Languages Spoken

Rafael speaks Portuguese (native) and English (fluent).

Education

Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro (PUC-RJ)

LL.B.

2007

Brazil: Regions

Practice Areas

Career

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Chambers Brazil: Regions

Dispute Resolution: Rio de Janeiro - Brazil

Band 3

Individual Editorial

Partner Rafael Barroso Fontelles has developed a strong practice representing high-level clients in the banking sector in high-value disputes across the country. He is especially active before the Superior Court of Justice.

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Chambers Brazil: Contentious

Dispute Resolution: Litigation: Elite - Brazil

Band 3

Individual Editorial

Rafael Barroso Fontelles is recognised by market sources for his litigation skills representing banks in unduly charged disputes and contractual issues.

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Consumer Law - Brazil

Band 4

Individual Editorial

Rafael Barroso Fontelles is widely recognised for his leading work in consumer‑related disputes within the financial services sector. He represents major market players in high‑stakes cases nationwide, including frequent appearances before Brazil’s High Courts.

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

Rafael Barroso Fontelles is an excellent lawyer with good technical capabilities and is very available. He is attentive and very proactive.

Dispute Resolution: Rio de Janeiro respondent
Chambers Brazil: Regions

Rafael Barroso Fontelles is one of the most knowledgeable lawyers in civil procedure I've ever met. He demonstrates exceptional technical mastery, quick identification of strategies and confidence in handling complex litigation.