Brazil 2025
Supported by the Association of Corporate Counsel
Legal and corporate compliance director for Latin America | Volvo Brazil
Legal director and company secretary | Vivo (Telefônica Brasil)
Global legal and compliance senior managing counsel executive, M&A and financial services | Accenture
Executive legal director and organizational culture PMO | Minerva Foods
Vice president, legal and institutional affairs | CPFL Energia
General counsel and chief compliance officer, Brazil | New Fortress Energy
Legal director, compliance officer and data protection officer | Equatorial Energia
Executive general counsel, Latin America | GE Aerospace
Vice-president, legal, government affairs and sustainability | Siemens
Legal vice president, Brazil and Andean region | Visa
Vice president, legal, Brazil | Kinross Brasil Mineração
Senior legal and licensing manager | American Tower Company
Legal, compliance and government affairs director, Latin America | Air Liquide
Deputy general counsel for South America | Valeo
General counsel | LOG Commercial Properties
Managing partner, legal and regulatoru | Brookfield
General counsel and head of fleet | Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras
Legal corporate senior director, Latin America | Mercado Livre
Chief legal and institutional relations officer | Localiza Rent a Car
Senior director, government and legal affairs, Latin America | Hasbro
Regional general counsel for Latin America | Zurich Latin America Serviços Brasil
Executive director, head of legal and commercial | Trident Energy
It is with great pleasure that we present the GC Powerlist: Brazil 2025, continuing Legal 500’s longstanding commitment to celebrating the outstanding achievements of in-house counsel around the world. Once again, we are delighted to return the GC Powerlist series to the vibrant and forward-thinking Brazilian legal community. Building on the enthusiastic response to our recent editions in the country, this year’s list shines a spotlight, once again, on the most exceptional legal professionals driving innovation and shaping the future of corporate law in Brazil.
In a complex and fast-evolving business landscape, Brazil’s general counsel and senior legal leaders are playing an increasingly strategic role. Whether guiding digital transformation, enhancing corporate governance, embedding ESG values, or promoting diversity and inclusion, these professionals are redefining what it means to be not just legal advisors, but essential partners in executive decision-making. This publication seeks to honour not only their legal expertise, but also their vision, leadership, and growing influence across industries.
Within these pages, readers will find exclusive interviews, first-hand insights, and practical reflections from some of Brazil’s most respected in-house lawyers. These contributions provide a candid look into their priorities, challenges, and approaches, offering valuable perspectives on how legal departments are navigating uncertainty, influencing corporate direction, and preparing for the future.
At its heart, the GC Powerlist is a celebration of those whose work may take place behind the scenes, but whose impact is fundamental to business success. We are proud to recognise these individuals, whose stories highlight the transformation of the in-house legal function from a supporting role to a cornerstone of strategic leadership.
On behalf of the entire Legal 500 team, I extend our sincere thanks to all the in-house lawyers who contributed to this edition. Your insights continue to inform, inspire, and reinforce the critical role of the in-house legal community within the broader legal and business ecosystem.
We invite you to explore this year’s list and discover the remarkable individuals who are shaping the future of corporate law in Brazil.
Francisco Faria e Castro, Research Editor, GC Portfolio series
The GC Powerlist Peru 2025 brought Lima’s legal elite together in the elegant setting of the Belmond Miraflores Park, in a night that buzzed with connection, insight, and recognition. Sponsored by leading Peruvian law firm Estudio Muñiz, the evening shone a spotlight on the most innovative and influential general counsel in the region.
Silvana Rosso, Directora Legal y de Asuntos Públicos at Nestlé Perú y Bolivia, delivered a heartfelt and forward-thinking address. Reflecting on her journey and the evolving role of legal professionals, she said:
“Being part of the GC Powerlist is an honour—but also a responsibility. As legal leaders, we have the power to shape not just policy, but culture. Equity, diversity, and inclusion must be more than aspirations; they should be embedded in how we lead, hire, and serve our communities. Our work doesn’t stop at risk management—it starts with creating spaces where everyone belongs.”
Her words struck a powerful chord, earning nods from peers across industries.
Mauricio Olaya, Socio Principal at Estudio Muñiz, underscored the firm’s dedication to collaboration and innovation:
“We at Estudio Muñiz are proud to support the GC Powerlist because it reflects the very values we strive for—excellence, partnership, and resilience. In-house counsel are no longer reactive players; they’re strategic architects, building bridges between compliance, reputation, and growth. Tonight, we celebrate that transformation.”
The evening closed with a toast to the awardees, the legal teams behind them, and the ever-evolving legal landscape in Latin America. GC Powerlist Peru 2025 didn’t just honour legal brilliance—it celebrated a community that continues to drive meaningful impact from the boardroom to society at large.
