Brazil offers unique opportunities due to its vast consumer market, abundant natural resources, and a young and growing population. It is noteworthy that the country is undergoing substantial digital and regulatory transformations, which can open new paths for entrepreneurship and innovation. To navigate this interesting market in a safe, and sustainable way, dynamic monitoring of the legal and regulatory environment is essential.
Governance and Contractual
Business modeling.
Companies’ formation and structuring.
Corporate bylaw and partners’ agreements preparation and review.
Corporate governance.
Corporate restructuring.
Succession planning.
Capital transactions.
Regulatory compliance.
Trademarks, patents, and other copyrights’ registration.
Disputes
Contractual disputes – between companies, suppliers, customers, business partners, etc.
Representation in assemblies/general meetings.
Disputes between partners (allocation of resources, distribution of dividends, among others).
Liability actions against directors and administrators.
Minority shareholder issues.
Unfair competition – unfair commercial practices, violation of trade secrets, misuse of confidential information, or misleading advertising.
Breach of contract between partners.
Intellectual property issues.
Insolvency and restructuring.
Advisory and Contractual
Acquisitions and sales of closed societies and publicly held companies.
Asset acquisitions and sales
Private equity, venture capital, growth investment, and search fund investment.
Joint ventures and strategic alliances.
Due diligence.
Post-transaction assistance.
Disputes
Breach of contract – seeking fulfillment of transaction (conditions before the conclusion, obligations, guarantees, and representations).
Valuation controversies – the value of the target company or transaction assets.
Competition and antitrust – seeking approval from antitrust authorities.
Defending the interests of administrators and directors in allegations of negligence, fraud, or conflict of interest.
Compensation for contingency liabilities – pending litigation, third-party claims, tax, or environmental obligations.
Advisory and Contractual
Issuance of securities and debentures.
Contracts with investment service providers (custodians, administrators, securities, and transferable securities managers).
Analysis of legal risks linked to investments.
Structuring investment funds.
Regulation of intermediaries.
Corporate governance and investor protection.
Financing of startups and technology companies.
Disputes
Securities and exchange litigation – buying and selling of securities, allegations of fraud, market manipulation, inappropriate disclosure of information, and other regulatory violations.
CVM (Brazilian Securities and Exchange Commission) Regulatory Controversies.
Shareholder Disputes – between shareholders, directors, and companies (voting rights, shareholder agreements, and corporate governance).
Liability related to financial misconduct and breach of fiduciary duties.
Asset recovery In Brazil and abroad.
Consulting and Regulatory
Incorporation of companies, transfers of portfolios, drawing up of regulations, internal policies and controls, review of contracts, and adjustment of highly complex demands.
Contracting of policies with a prior indication of risks not covered by the insurance.
Analysis of the necessity for additional cover and endorsement. Analysis of the adequate coverage regarding loss adjustment expenses. Notice of claim and expected loss adjustments expenses.
Classification of claims regarding the insurance policies.
Allegations regarding denial of coverage.
Disputes
Representation in administrative proceedings relating to SUSEP and CVM.
Litigation regarding denial of coverage.
Representation in arbitral proceedings.
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