Tax: Non-contentious | Brazil: Transactional

Senior statesperson Carlos Alberto Ulhôa Canto has cultivated a tax practice that has earned him a well-regarded name in the area for his work advising clients on mandates such as corporate reorganisations and transactional issues, including M&A.

Co-head of department and founding partner Ricardo Mariz de Oliveira has cultivated a highly respected tax practice. His expertise is sought out by important clients to obtain legal tax opinions regarding complex issues.

With long-standing experience, partner Celso Costa is a renowned lawyer in the non-contentious tax arena. He has amassed important experience advising clients on a number of tax issues concerning M&A, corporate restructuring and transfer pricing.

Head of department Gustavo Lian Haddad has strong capabilities in assisting clients with the tax implications of important transactions, including M&A and IPOs. He also deals with tax consultancy, acting on matters such as corporate reorganisations.

Co-head of department Luís Eduardo Schoueri is an acclaimed practitioner with a wealth of expertise in a variety of tax mandates, including those concerning direct taxes and international taxation, as well as transfer pricing. He also acts on transactional matters such as M&A, and is one of the names often considered by clients seeking legal opinions on sophisticated fiscal matters.

Co-head of department Ana Cláudia Utumi commands the tax expertise to handle transactional matters, such as M&A and finance deals. She also can assist with international taxation, as well as different corporate taxation regimes. She further offers wealth management skills.

Partner Elidie Palma Bifano has secured a respected name in the non-contentious tax arena due to her long-standing and solid experience. She is able to act on matters concerning the tax impact of new business models and corporate reorganisations.

Fernando Tonanni is a partner who has several years of sustained tax practice, which includes issues involving corporate transactions, tax efficiency and international tax assistance.

Co-head of department João Francisco Bianco possesses a longstanding tax practice and has gained the expertise to act on matters including international taxation. He also offers tax litigation experience.

Luciana Rosanova Galhardo is a partner who has earned a good reputation in tax practice because of her work assisting clients with corporate tax issues, including cost sharing agreements.

Partner Raquel Novais is often seen assisting clients with the tax implications of the opening up and expansion of businesses, as well as reviewing the tax structure of large corporations. She deals with both direct and indirect tax regimes.

Partner Simone Dias Musa has cultivated a tax practice that sees her advising clients on complex mandates, including handling the tax implications of M&A transactions. She is also able to advise on corporate reorganisations and transfer pricing issues.

Co-head of department Alexandre Siciliano Borges maintains his tax practice participating in matters concerning international taxation, including transfer pricing topics.

Andrea Bazzo Lauletta is a commended partner of the firm who often deals with tax matters related to transactions, including M&A deals.

Bruno Fajersztajn is a partner known for his direct tax knowledge, as well as his work in international taxation. He also advises on transactional matters and can handle indirect tax issues.

Partner Giancarlo Chamma Matarazzo's tax practice allows him to act on cross-border mandates, such as corporate reorganisations, transfer pricing and double transaction tax, among others.

Co-head of department Gustavo Brigagão is an experienced practitioner able to advise clients on tax consultancy issues, including indirect taxes. He is familiar with international clients from the energy, technology and telecommunications industries.

"Henrique Lopes is an experienced lawyer with experience in the most diverse aspects of Brazilian taxation, which allows him to suggest out-of-the-box solutions and think broadly about their impact on different taxes."

Partner Ian Muniz has amassed tax experience in assisting clients with consultancy issues, including tax planning. He also provides advice on the tax aspects of transactions, such as M&A. He also acts on corporate reorganisations.

Head of department Júlio Oliveira has a long-standing track record of acting on tax mandates, including those dealing with indirect taxes such as ICMS and ISS.

Partner Luiz Felipe Centeno Ferraz displays knowledge on tax structure mandates related to corporate issues, including reorganisations and joint ventures. He also deals with transfer pricing.

Partner Luiz Roberto Peroba Barbosa advises clients on tax efficiency issues regarding transactions, including M&A. He also advises on the tax aspects of setting up different business models in Brazil.

"Renata stands out for creating personalised strategies to meet her clients' needs, offering solutions that not only solve current problems but also prevent future ones."

Co-head of department Renato Coelho has carved out a good name due to his tax work on transactions such as M&A. He also deals with cross-border corporate reorganisations.

Founder and managing partner Ricardo Lacaz Martins offers expertise in tax planning in transactional issues, including acquisition of companies. He also is active advising on the tax elements of corporate reorganisations.

Head of department Roberto Barrieu holds experience in tax matters related to transactions such as M&A. He also provides assistance regarding tax regimes and benefits involving, for instance, ICMS, PIS and COFINS.

Co-head of department Roberto Duque Estrada is able to advise clients on non-contentious tax issues, such as income tax and transfer pricing matters.

Partner Rodrigo Brunelli Machado has skills in dealing with the fiscal ramifications of corporate mandates, including M&A, IPOs and reorganisations.

"Victor Polizelli specialises in international taxation and income taxation. His academic experience and passion for tax issues allows for intense technical research, without losing business vision and the necessary objectivity to conduct the issues."

Partner Adriana Stamato has developed a tax practice that is familiar with indirect taxation, which allows her to act on corporate issues such as reorganisations or setting up new business models.

Co-head of department Antonio Amendola fields knowledge of the tax implications of transactions, including fiscal efficiency issues. He also advises on concession agreements.

Partner Carlos Eduardo Marino Orsolon has fostered his tax knowledge to be able to assist clients with transactional issues, including cross-border M&A. He can also act on tax restructuring issues and is acquainted with both direct and indirect tax regimes, including PIS/COFINS and IRPJ.

Clarissa Giannetti Machado is a partner who has gathered experience assisting clients with tax issues to do with corporate mandates, including M&A and restructurings.

Diego Miguita is a partner who draws upon his knowledge of tax affairs to advise clients on indirect taxes such as PIS, COFINS and ICMS. He also deals with tax elements of transactional issues.

Head of department Douglas Mota offers advice to clients on mandates relating to indirect taxes, including tax regimes such as ICMS. He is also able to act on the tax-related elements of M&A deals. He additionally offers tax litigation expertise.

Co-head of department Guido Vinci is a practitioner who tackles corporate tax matters on behalf of clients. He is able to assist with the tax elements of M&A and finance transactions.

Hermano Notaroberto Barbosa is a partner who is instructed by clients to provide assistance with transactional matters, as well as corporate ones. He can handle the fiscal implications of M&A and corporate reorganisations.

"His in-depth knowledge and expertise in complex legal matters, such as tax consulting and corporate restructuring, has been instrumental in delivering effective solutions tailored to our specific requirements."

Co-head of department Marco Antonio Moreira Monteiro is active in the tax practice arena providing advice on fiscal matters related to corporate issues, including reorganisations and M&A.

Co-head of department Paulo César Ruzisca Vaz is occupied with matters concerning the analysis of the tax consequences of financial reorganisations. He also has experience dealing with social security contributions.

"Paulo is a true client-centric professional with strong view of each case study. His contribution to solving very complex problems, allied with his ability to deal with business issues, perhaps is one of his best qualities."

Co-head of department Rafael Macedo Malheiro wields experience acting on both transactional and consultancy tax issues, including corporate reorganisations and M&A deals.

"It is always a pleasure working with Ramon. He is a very experienced and skilled lawyer who is always willing to properly understand our concerns as clients and to present actual, practical and viable solutions."

Partner Ricardo Bolan is able to assist clients with tax mandates, including corporate reorganisations and the review of tax aspects of important transactions.

Rodrigo Maito da Silveira is co-head of the tax department. He has experience dealing with mandates such as international taxation and indirect taxes.

Partner Thais de Barros Meira has a tax practice focused on transactional mandates, including M&A and financing deals. She also acts on corporate reorganisations.

Partner André de Souza Carvalho often leverages his tax knowledge on mandates such as international taxation, tax planning and corporate reorganisations.

Antonio Carlos Guidoni Filho is head of the tax department. His longstanding practice enables him to tackle tax planning mandates, including those concerning cross-border mandates. He also can handle the tax implications of corporate transactions.

Breno Ferreira Martins Vasconcelos is co-head of the tax department and is a practitioner whose work has allowed him to gather experience particularly on social security mandates. He also offers tax litigation skills.

Bruno Aguiar is a co-head of the department and wields knowledge about both direct and indirect taxes. He is seen acting on transactional issues, as well as providing tax consultancy advice.

"Camila Galvão, in addition to being skilled and having market presence, is very experienced and is truly engaged with the company's matters. She is always available for clarifications, studies and analyses and, above all, drives all work to a satisfactory conclusion."

Christiano Chagas Monteiro De Melo is a partner who shows experience in transactional tax mandates, including those related to M&A. He also possesses knowledge of international taxation. He is familiar with representing clients from the banking and finance sector.

Diogo Figueiredo is a co-head of the tax department. He shows skills in advising clients on tax mandates involving corporate reorganisation and international taxation, including transfer pricing.

"Eduardo Madeira has always assisted us very well with tax matters of high complexity that required deep research."

"Fabiana Carsoni is an excellent professional with high legal capacity and is very helpful in her service. She is steady in her positions and orientations, which generates tranquillity for clients."

Partner Fernanda Sá Freire Figlioulo joins the rankings this year after gathering market recognition for her tax knowledge and solid experience.

Flavio Mifano is a partner endowed with the required skills to act on tax planning matters, including transactional mandates and corporate affairs.

Flávio Veitzman maintains his ranking due to his work on tax mandates related to transactions, such as M&A. He also deals with corporate reorganisations.

Head of department Gilberto Ayres Moreira's tax abilities enable him to act on mandates regarding direct and indirect taxes, as well as international taxation. He also offers experience in M&A transactions, tackling the tax ramifications arising from them. He is familiar with tax regimes such as ICMS, PIS/COFINS and IPI.

"Jerry is extremely competent and is available to clients at any time. He also contributes with a non-strictly legal language to suit the business."

João Agripino Maia offers experience in corporate taxation, including M&A and the restructuring of business models. He also advises on the tax aspects of finance deals. He is particularly sought out to represent clients from the oil and gas industry.

João Paulo Cavinatto is a partner who is often active providing advice to clients on indirect taxes, as well as on customs mandates.

Partner Leonardo Homsy has experience in mandates requiring knowledge of international taxation and customs issues.

Luis Henrique Conceição Costa benefits from his tax experience to advise clients on corporate fiscal issues, as well as transactional operations. He can act on M&A, corporate reorganisations and international taxation.

Marcos Tranchesi Ortiz receives market attention for his experience and solid track record in the tax advisory field.

Maurício Barros is a partner who is often seen advising clients on matters regarding indirect taxes, including ICMS, PIS and COFINS. He is also able to act on cross-border transactional matters, including those involving acquisitions.

Rafael de Moraes Amorim is co-head of department and has cultivated a practice advising clients on fiscal issues concerning transactions such as M&A. He also is able to work on tax compliance, having additional understanding of accounting matters.

"He provided meaningful advice, always supported by the legislation, and brought robust elements to the discussions."

Co-head of department Valter de Souza Lobato is often seen assisting clients with corporate taxation, including matters related to income tax and social security contributions. He also acts on transactions, handling the tax aspects of deals.

"Alexandre is a complete professional. He has excellent technical knowledge and an admirable professional attitude."

Up-and-coming lawyer Álvaro Lucasechi is a partner who is acquainted with matters concerning indirect taxes, including ICMS, ISS and PIS/COFINS.

Up-and-coming lawyer Breno Sarpi upholds his ranking this year due to his work handling tax planning matters. He also has knowledge of the tax aspects of corporate reorganisations.

"She is a highly qualified professional, always available to meet our company's demands. Work conducted under Bruna's management is always very well founded and provides us with legal certainty for decision-making."

Up-and-coming lawyer Bruno Habib Negreiros Barbosa is seen advising clients on corporate tax mandates, including the taxation of the digital economy, as well as transactional issues, such as M&A.

"Danilo Leal is a very distinguished partner for whom I have great appreciation. He reconciles in a unique way the technical issues and the commercial side of the relationship with the client."

Up-and-coming practitioner Fernando Moura focuses his practice on dealing with direct taxation matters. He is also able to act on international tax issues.

"Flavio is an excellent professional, always very willing to understand the demand and help us solve it as quickly as possible, and always with great caution and critical analysis."

Up-and-coming partner Gabriel Paranaguá's activity in the tax arena sees him advising clients on tax planning, as well as on international taxation issues.

"Heitor is professional, extremely committed and very well prepared for issues of great complexity. He demonstrates a high level of knowledge."

"She demonstrates a remarkable level of sophistication in her work. She possesses a deep understanding of intricate tax issues and remains up to date with the latest developments in tax law. This allows her to offer tailor-made solutions that effectively address clients' needs."

Murillo Estevam Allevato Neto is an up-and-coming lawyer who is well equipped to tackle corporate fiscal matters, including M&A and income taxation. He also advises clients on social security contributions.

Paulo Arthur Cavalvante Koury is an up-and-coming tax practitioner who offers experience in matters concerning corporate taxes. He is also active on transactional mandates, where he handles the tax ramifications of such issues.

Up-and-coming partner Rafael Garcia Rodrigues dos Santos has developed a practice that sees him participating in tax-related matters, including M&A and corporate reorganisations.

Up-and-coming practitioner Thais Veiga Shingai demonstrates experience in corporate fiscal matters, including providing advice on income taxes and the tax ramifications of establishing new businesses.

Up-and-coming lawyer Thiago Medaglia is often involved in mandates requiring knowledge of the fiscal aspects of M&A transactions, as well as familiarity with tax planning strategies for the setting up of new businesses.

Associate-to-watch Camila Lagrasta is able to advise on tax aspects related to transactions, including the analysis of income tax. She also assists clients with tax matters regarding corporate restructuring.