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‘The team is very well prepared (technically). All issues raised are addressed accordingly. Individually, all members are proactive and really invest (time and efforts) to keep a strength partnership. ‘

‘Good understanding of the company’s business and our market; the strategic vision is always focused on the best solution for the company and not simply with the objective of earning fees; communication with our company is always clear and with quick feedback; the high quality of the services provided; and the confidence that professionals inspire us. All these characteristics make the firm excellent and different from other law firms in the market.’

‘Gustavo Taparelli is an excellent professional and serves us very well.’

‘Almeida Advogados is a law firm focused in delivering personalized solutions, which demonstrates that they are always in touch with the clients and thinking about new solutions.’

‘Almeida Advogados tax team is very capable, knowledgeable and fast on responding requests. What makes their practice unique is the interest in knowing more about the business and providing tailor made solutions based on the business needs.’

‘Rodrigo Petry Terra is a very committed, accurate, commercially-oriented and transparent lawyer. Also, his knowledge about our industry sector and his tax expertise is quite remarkable. He is our main point of contact for tax matters and we consider him to be an excellent service provider.’

‘Leonardo Melo is a team player, although he is an outside legal advisor, he knows deeply our business, has a very deep knowledge in the tax cases he handles, and he always goes an extra mile when looking into a tax matter.’

‘The strengths are: proactivity, timeliness, fair price, knowledge of the subject, good interpersonal relationship.’

‘The individuals we have worked with, are top in their field, with vast experience and committed to finding solutions to problems through viable alternatives.’

‘Fernanda Leite – An excellent relationship professional, with great knowledge in the tax litigation area, who always seeks alternatives to support the client.’

‘Fernanda Botinha – Highly technical professional, with great interpersonal skills, seeking alternatives to help the client, with a strategic vision to support their clients.’

‘Technical team very well prepared and available to work in partnership with the client. Agility and creativity in the proposed solutions.’

‘ASBZ Advogados has helped the company to deal with relatively new topics. In all my experiences with them, they demonstrated a lot of energy to research, find precedents, tax thesis and ways to overcome technical difficulties.’

‘Flexibility in service, availability and attention to the client make the firm stand out. Special highlight for partner Adriana Passaro and her always helpful and friendly team able to support us at any time.’

‘I worked closely with three tax partners and felt like they were willing to work together regardless of billing and ownership of the account. They acted as one to share knowledge between them and get the most of value for me and my company.’

‘Alexandre Gleria and Danilo Leal stood out with great technical knowledge and also great advisers in general. Associate Antonio Moreno led a big team to provide several different products in a seamless way.’

‘They have a high skilled team, very focused to deliver the best tax solutions. The partners are always available and they stay very close to their clients.’

‘They constantly demonstrate excellent technical knowledge, as well as being up to date on the main tax discussions. Besides being very professional, both Lígia Regini and João Paulo Cavinatto are very knowledgeable concerning tax legislation / practice.’

‘Franciny de Barros and João Paulo Cavinatto are extremely qualified for the job and are always available to assist.’

‘Jose Otavio Faloppa is very objective and mixes his tax knowledge with accounting which differentiates him from other tax professionals.’

‘The team is special in the sense of really partnering with the company and being sensitive to their concerns. For having this attitude, the team presents practical, clear, objective and reality-focused responses (which is sometimes rare in law firms). They are not afraid to innovate and come up with creative solutions.’

‘Very knowledgeable in tax and corporate matters. Clear focus on client-service. Deep involvement of partners in the clients’ matters, ensuring quality and superior services are delivered. We see value for the fees.  Deep expertise in transfer-pricing issues and digital taxation. Responsive. Available. Always willing to go the extra-mile to assist you.’

‘Luciana Lira Aguiar and Alexandre Moraes do Rego both have a very high level of knowledge, impeccable academic background, quick and sharp thinking, as well as experience in several areas.’

‘Luciana has a background in accounting, which undoubtedly greatly facilitates the understanding of corporate tax issues.’

‘Alexandre’s knowledge of international legislation, transfer pricing, etc. is undoubtedly a great asset.’

‘One of team’s strengths is their accountancy knowledge, which gives the possibility of deep analysis of tax cases with good quality decisions and conduct in the proceedings. Alamy Candido is the founding partner, specialized in tax planning and business structuring.’

‘Very committed with deadlines, honest and serious. Tatiana del Giudice has excellent skills in her field, is proactive, knows people to enrich the work and concerned about deadlines.’

‘The firm has some very strong points that makes them unique and reliable.’

‘Cescon’s tax team stands out for its seriousness and good judicial technique. The office has an excellent administrative structure. They are young professionals with a lot of desire.’

‘Renato Batiston is a very experienced lawyer with deep knowledge of income and accounting. His experience and technical abilities associated with a strong knowledge of current and past precedents makes him able to provide solid income tax advice. His ability to discuss high complex income tax matters with singular simplicity and with interlocutors of different backgrounds makes him a person that anyone would want in the room discussing complex tax planning alternatives.’

‘André Alves de Melo is a young lawyer, but with a lot of experience in the courts. A lawyer committed to giving a service always close to the client.’

‘Good commitment, fast delivery and technical capacity.’

‘Great technical knowledge, availability, and appropriate resources to serve clients with quality and efficiency.’

‘The team is always available to discuss issues and attend the demands. Excellent knowledge about tax legislation and procedures in Brazil.’

‘Priscila Faricelli is an excellent professional who brings new ideas and freshness to the new formation of the tax team.’

‘Carlos Eduardo Orsolon has a unique capability to grasp the essence of complex tax issues and translate it into clear, direct and actionable recommendations to the client. On top of this he is very reasonable on the billing.’

‘The team is really capable. They are really good strategists. ‘

‘They have excellent tax know-how and they are widely recognized by the courts (judicial and administrative sphere).’

‘Dias de Souza Associados law office has a unique expertise in tax and the team led by Mário Luis Oliveira da Costa is always ready to help our company in many different issues, related to all of main Brazilian taxes.’

‘Hugo Funaro has the ability to offer tailored solutions.’

‘Douglas Odorizzi is the best lawyer, excellent and proactive. He always brings great technical and innovative solutions.’

‘It is an office with recognised technical ability, a solid positive reputation and a history of good results.’

‘They know our lawsuits more than our internal team. And not because we lost some history, but because they research any and all subjects that have reference to our cases. Each lawyer takes care of their cases as if it were the most important.’

‘Fernanda Hernandez is an outstanding lawyer. Her dexterity was effective in many situations.’

‘Gasparini’s tax team is very competent and fast. They are always available to help us.’

‘The team provides a wide knowledge and practical experience in the area, helping the company to make effective decisions. The senior lawyers are fully involved and provide quick responses.’

‘The HOC team is agile in tax negotiations, always presenting the issues clearly and with a firm position in the legal aspects. They are always willing and open to the construction of the treated themes, without any kind of vanity.’

‘The HOC team gives us security in approaching the topics covered, in the guidelines, in the tax defenses of the processes in which we are in the passive role and in the actions in which we are in the active role (usually tax undue processes).’

‘They bring together talented, capable, intelligent, prudent and humble people. Maurício Bueno leads the team with skill, seeking to be precise in a difficult field, but acting with prudence and security. Ana Flora is a talented and trained professional who has added her experience in the construction of the topics covered.’

‘The group always has a quick and objective answer. Always ready to resolve your issues quickly.’

‘Excellent expertise and experience in tax matters. Great commitment and quality of services in each engagement.’

‘Lefosse is unique in the face of other competitors since they have invaluable knowledge not only regarding legal/tax matters, but also the intrinsic business and political scenario which we are inserted. Their capabilities always exceed our expectations, representing a strategic role in our business in Brazil – not only for consultive but also litigation matters.’

‘Gustavo Haddad is a rock star in his field – he has the technical knowledge and knows how to deliver it to a wide range of different audiences (as needed). ‘

‘Ana Carolina Utimati’s profile and skills are the best fit for our sector. She is always available and engaged in our matters, and she uses to share news and relevant information for our work.’

‘Gustavo Paes is highly technical skilled, committed, interested in finding solutions, works as a business partner and not as a third distant party, very sharp and straightforward on the issued opinions.’

‘Ricardo Bolan’s commitment to each engagement is exceptional. He always makes himself available even on very short notice in case the matter is urgent, always provides excellent service and his expertise and experience in tax matters is indisputable. Truly a trusted advisor for us.’ 

‘Lobo’s team works like an extension of our team. They are focused on our demands and understand our decision making process, they know our history and shareholders and sometimes they participate in Board meetings to present solutions, so creativeness, relationship and solution driven are differentials from their competitors.’

‘One important asset Machado Associados has is the ability to answer your questions in a few minutes. This has been very important to whom need to take a quick decision in tax matters.’

‘Quick and high knowledge of response, and available at all times.’

‘The deep knowledge of Mr. Julio Oliveira in indirect tax and the objective and smart counseling of Isabel Bertoletti are outstanding.’

‘Ricardo Silveira is excellent. Very client focused.’

‘The team is very competent, committed to the work, very easy to talk to and very available to the client. With in-depth knowledge on the matter, their work results were of excellent quality and fulfilling all deadlines on time.’

‘Raquel Novais: very organized and competent. Coordinated the team to deliver all products within the deadlines set in the schedule. She cared for excellence in all products, paying close attention to the content of products and the organization of events, such as training course and seminar. Her experience and extensive knowledge contributed a lot to the elaboration of the products. Very kind person and very easy to talk to.’

‘Camila Galvão: very competent and attentive to details of the discussions. With her experience, extensive knowledge and a lot of professionalism, she contributed a lot to relevant points of the studies and objectivity in the meetings. She brought to discussion several questions and proposals. Her extensive knowledge in other areas also added positively to the results of the work, by identifying issues in these areas related to the sector in study.’

‘Customer focus. Always one step ahead. They have the ability to predict situations and avoid unnecessary expenses, generating enormous efficiency. Huge synergy in all types of work.’

‘They act with mastery in the courts, besides contributing a lot in academic and professional forums. Person with great evidence in the tax world. They are passionate about what they do, making all its work unique. They captivate the confidence of its customers and are always brilliant in its strategies.’

‘Solid background in tax consulting and litigation. Deep knowledge on issues involving litigation and mapping of all the theses of the higher courts. Practice encompasses social security matters, with experience in both litigation and consultancy regarding social security and third parties contributions. Deep knowledge about the current political scenario and new conjunctures of tax reform.’

‘The whole team is highly qualified. The accumulated knowledge that Breno Vasconcelos and Thais Shingai bring to the team makes the difference when we need to close a deal, or when we need to have a high-standard/urgent tax matter analysis. They represent more than 80% of our tax consulting demand and, more than that, they work really well in tax litigation, specially with administrative matters.’

‘Very technical and well prepared professionals, with vast market experience. They demonstrate functional team work, always involving other specialisations when applicable.’

‘Mattos Filho is a important law office for international companies. Because of the clients and experience, they know what is happening in the market and combine experience with best practices.’

‘The knowledge of the Mattos Filho lawyers is incredibly deep. They help you out with the companies tax problem driving you to good solutions.’

‘I work a lot with Ana Paula Schincariol and Gabriela Lemos. Besides their outstanding knowledge on tax, they treat me as a good colleague instead of just a client. They take my company’s problem as their problem and really help me to solve it.’

‘Glaucia Lauletta is a very important partner, reliable and with a lot of technical knowledge.’

‘Meireles & Milaré has a very custom and individual approach, always listening carefully for the client requests.’

‘Out of the box solutions for our complex tax structure.’

‘Strong team approach: regardless who is the contact person, I could feel that all members of the squad that was managing our case were absolutely on board.’

‘Exceptional FUP: thorough follow up process after meetings done on a regularly base, keeping the client well informed by the use of great status templates. Speed to action: whenever needed I have seen accurate speed to action coming from the team.’

‘Deep knowledge of Brazilian tax regulations. Direct applicable recommendations. Straight to the point, compared with other Tax / Legal firms giving ambiguous recommendations.’

‘Morvan Meirelles is outstanding. Very technical and knowledgeable. Very easy to reach no matter when needed.’

‘They really multi-task with brilliant capacity to transform legal knowledge into the world of business.’

‘Antenori Trevisan Neto is an extremely qualified tax lawyer. He stands out with his work, always strict to the point and finding solutions that can be applicable to the business with legal compliance. Also, he helps the client to organize ideas to find the best solutions on each case.’

‘The team is extremely strong, building compelling arguments and deep legal analysis to support the arguments brought forward. Complete fluency in English, responsiveness and a deep knowledge of the substance matter.’

‘Pinheiro Neto has the right balance between knowledge and structure, including international support.’

‘The team is committed, has a profound knowledge and always available to handle our tax issues. This really make difference.’

‘Marcelo Roncaglia and Ana Carpinetti make up the dream team that I have worked with in the firm. Absolutely outstanding both of them.’

‘Luciana Galhardo is a strong partner. Very reliable and committed.’

‘Sergio Farina Filho has vast experience and high level of competence.’

‘Solid background, prompt responsiveness, open mind with responsibility to solve issues, close interaction with client. Bruno Aguiar – reflects all referred characteristics and behavior aforementioned for the team.’

‘Friendly and business oriented. A complete one stop shop with great professionals and competitive prices.’

‘Huge knowledge in tax and in mining/heavy industry. They have the capacity to solve very complex issues in a fast way with efficacy. Also, the team has a high credibility with the tax authorities, and they stop to listen when Sacha Calmon is in the battlefield. Their knowledge and work ethic are incomparable with other law firms.’

‘They are excellent professionals.’

‘They have a lot of technical knowledge, are detail oriented and committed, they know a lot about our production process and have an exceptional network of contacts and are always available, acting as partners.’

‘Valter Lobato is a powerhouse in tax and tax litigation.’

‘Stocche Forbes has a strong tax practice. The team is very hands-on and qualified.’

‘A very well-prepared team in terms of academic background and work experience, with a practice tailored to meet clients specific necessities, that is, they know precisely their role in a given transaction and how to act to towards a positive outcome.’

‘Renato Coelho is outstanding. He deals with high profile and sophisticated tax work. I consider him one of the best tax professionals I have worked with.’

‘Recognised professionals who, despite having been in the market for a long time, seek to update themselves on the main topics, especially those involving the company’s activity. They are different in communication, in dealing with the customer, in prioritising demands and understanding that our business is dynamic and has its singularities.’

‘The team provides top quality advisory services. They are above the average in terms of attention to the client and always concerned to deliver the agreed tasks as timely as possible. They have a wide variety of skills among the team, which allows them to solve any type of tax problems to their clients. The individuals are always up to date in respect to new legislation, case law and the evolution of the tax practice.’

‘What I value the most is their care for the customer.’

‘Erlan Valverde is extremely good both in technique and experience. But his attitude that calls my attention, he prioritises the client and makes us feel important. We are not just ‘one more’ inside a large office. He is much more concerned with serving us, learning from us and innovating, than charging his fees.’

‘A team of excellent professionals – motivated with attitude, committed and dedicated.’

‘Ulhoa Law firm is able to deal with high complex tax issues, as they have above average technical knowledge of complex tax matters and are constantly updated with respect of jurisprudence and Courts’ understandings.’

‘The partners’ work, knowledge and experience are the highlight qualities that differentiate their work. In particular, Luis Claudio Pinto has great knowledge and stands very secure for the positions he defends, based on technical opinions and jurisprudence. He always adds a lot in the discussions in which he participates.’

‘My company never lost a case that was represented by Veirano. They always show high level of knowledge.’

‘This is a very serious firm, with highly qualified professionals. They provide a personalised service and they have a great capacity for immediate response. Strengths: deep knowledge of matters, fast response to company´s demands, reliable.’

‘Veirano’s team is absolutely business oriented. The way they present conclusions is objective and clear.’

‘Excellent in tax law, their guidance is essential for driving business, always bringing security with their opinions in Brazil’s chaotic tax scenarios. The team are always available when required and are totally glad to share with the company team their willingness to help.’

‘Marcelo Reinecken is a competent and diligent lawyer, with deep knowledge of tax law. He also has extensive experience considering litigation strategies in higher courts.’

‘Ian Muniz, Filipe Carra Richter, Raphael Roberto Peres Caropreso and Rafael de Paula Gomes are invincible. This team is great, always accessible and tireless, ready for the hard work, and with a lot emotional intelligence, what makes them able to face the challenges from the tax system and judiciary in all levels.’

‘The team seem to have a strong understanding of their client business. The discussions are centered on tax issues/opportunities relative to our industry and business, whereas, the majority of firms tend to discuss tax thesis in a more general way. They are always available and also bring insight from other firms within the same industry and business.’

‘Really good for international litigation.’

‘Vella Pugliese are very good and Antonio Carlos Guidoni Filho is brilliant for litigation.’