Rossi, Maffini, Milman & Grando Advogados enjoys a strong profile in the Porto Alegre market for its specialist expertise in labour law. The practice provides comprehensive support to leading Brazilian companies from a variety of industries, including healthcare and construction, in relation to judicial lawsuits before labour courts, as well as indemnity claims in the context of workplace accidents. On the non-contentious front, the team advises on employment contracts, remuneration policies and due diligence procedures. Managing partner Benoni Canellas Rossi leads the labour group.

Souto Correa Advogados has a strong profile in labour litigation, acting for companies in the dismissal of senior executives, class actions filed by unions and indemnification lawsuits for occupational accidents and diseases. On the advisory front, the team is adept at assisting with internal policies, due diligence, codes of conduct, transfer and dismissal of foreign employees and collective bargaining. The group is spearheaded by Joel Gallo and Patricia Alves, who sit in the São Paulo office, and Porto Alegre-based Paulo Roberto Souto, who is noted for his stellar work in relation to the management of strikes and collective dismissals. Eduardo Mascarenhas possesses a strong track record acting before the Superior Labour Courts, while Geraldo Korpaliski Filho is a name to note for non-contentious employment matters.

The labour and employment practice at Silveiro Advogados provides legal support to companies from the retail, media, steel and construction sectors, among others, in relation to individual and collective dismissals, occupational diseases and accidents, employment contracts as well as due diligence in the context of M&A transactions. Team leader Guilherme Guimarães' experience in the field spans more than two decades. Larissa Salgado is a key contact for telecoms and retail clients.

Companies acting in a range of industry segments, including petrochemicals, mining, manufacturing and energy, seek TozziniFreire Advogados' assistance in labour matters. The team is skilled at advising on compensation, employment contracts, profit-sharing plans and flexible benefits; it is also well equipped to represent clients in contentious matters. The practice is jointly led by Roberto Pierri Bersch and Maurício de Carvalho Góes, who are noted for litigation.