Tax: Brasília | Brazil: Regions

Advocacia Fernanda Hernandez is a Brasília-based law firm with a well-established tax litigation practice, acting at all levels of the judiciary and in administrative proceedings. The team is noted for its work on complex disputes before higher courts, often involving high-value matters with nationwide impact. The law firm advises clients across sectors such as construction, finance, energy and consumer goods.

Mattos Filho maintains a market-leading tax disputes practice in Brasília, regularly acting on complex litigation before the STF and STJ. The law firm is recognised for its role in significant tax controversies involving ICMS, PIS/COFINS and corporate tax matters. The team is particularly active in cases with nationwide implications, including proceedings under the general repercussion system.

Pinheiro Neto Advogados has a leading tax disputes practice in Brasília, acting on complex and high-value litigation before the STJ and STF. The team is highly active in cases with the potential to shape nationwide jurisprudence, including constitutional matters and cases under the repetitive appeals system. The law firm represents major domestic and multinational clients, as well as industry associations, in high-stakes tax controversies involving ICMS, PIS/COFINS, corporate and international tax issues.

Carneiros Advogados is a Brasília-based boutique with a strong focus on tax disputes before the higher courts and CARF, Brazil’s main administrative tax tribunal. The practice is particularly active in complex litigation involving corporate taxation, cross-border issues and administrative procedures. The law firm is noted for its strategic approach to cases with broader legal implications, including disputes addressing key procedural and substantive tax issues.

Eliana Calmon Advocacia e Consultoria is a Brasília-based boutique focused on tax disputes before higher courts, particularly the STJ. The law firm is active in complex, high-value litigation, often handling cases at advanced procedural stages. Its work includes appellate and procedural issues such as admissibility of appeals, tax enforcement and limitation periods, alongside substantive tax matters. The team is recognised for its expertise in navigating higher court procedures and strategically sensitive disputes.

Machado Meyer has a well-established tax disputes practice in Brasília, acting on high-value matters before higher courts and the Administrative Council for Tax Appeals (CARF). The team is active in cases with significant financial exposure and precedent-setting potential across multiple sectors. It handles both administrative and judicial litigation, with experience in disputes involving tax incentives, transfer pricing and cross-border transactions. The practice is noted for its strong understanding of the business implications of tax controversies.

Mannrich e Vasconcelos Advogados is a Brasília-based tax litigation boutique with a strong focus on constitutional disputes before the Supreme Court. The team is particularly active in leading cases, frequently acting as amicus curiae in matters with nationwide reach. The practice is recognised for its strategic approach and use of economic arguments, particularly in cases addressing key constitutional tax issues with broad implications.

Schneider Pugliese is a specialised tax law firm advising on both administrative and judicial litigation, including cases before higher courts. The team is recognised for its technical expertise, often coordinating litigation strategy and handling matters involving corporate taxation, cross-border tax issues and high-value tax disputes.

Maneira Advogados frequently represents industry associations in high-profile tax disputes, including leading cases before higher courts with significant sector-wide implications. The practice is recognised for its technical expertise and ability to engage in institutional and policy-related discussions, particularly in matters connected to tax reform and the taxation of regulated sectors.

MJ Alves Burle e Viana Advogados focuses on complex tax matters involving negotiation and interaction with public authorities, including large-scale settlement agreements and strategic disputes. The team frequently engages with government bodies in matters requiring coordinated legal and institutional approaches.

Veirano Advogados handles complex tax disputes across administrative and judicial levels, with a strong presence before CARF and the federal courts.

The team is recognised for its technical expertise and ability to manage sophisticated litigation involving tax assessments, incentives and corporate tax structures.