André Zanatta > BFBM – Barroso Fontelles, Barcellos, Mendonça & Associados > Rio de Janeiro, Brazil > Lawyer Profile

BFBM – Barroso Fontelles, Barcellos, Mendonça & Associados is skilled at handling litigation work for its international and local technology clients. In addition to its strong performance in contentious matters, the firm is also adept at handling regulatory matters related to AI and cryptocurrencies. Digital law specialist Eduardo Mendonça , who regularly handles sensitive class actions and litigation before the superior courts, jointly oversees the department with André Zanatta, whose previous in-house experience at a tech giant is noteworthy. Felipe de Melo Gonte is a name to note for regulatory matters involving new technologies and applications, while Felipe Terra focuses on technology, litigation and consumer law.

BFBM – Barroso Fontelles, Barcellos, Mendonça & Associados leverages its ‘in-depth knowledge of cybersecurity and personal data protection’ to advise clients from the telecoms, technology and banking sectors on a range of privacy matters. Assisting with the structuring of LGPD-compliant programmes and policies is a key strength for the department, which is active in both non-contentious issues and litigation. André Zanatta, whose previous in-house experience in Big Tech is noteworthy, excels in tech and privacy-related class actions. Eduardo Mendonça handles numerous sensitive enforcement cases related to user privacy, and shines on cases before the superior courts. Associate Fernanda Mascarenhas assists with a range of consulting, administrative and regulatory matters related to data breaches and data privacy.