Specialists in domestic and international tax planning, the tax department at Pinheiro Neto Advogados is capable of handling complex and high-value tax matters involving cross-border issues. With a broad tax offering covering non-contentious matters, administrative and judicial litigation, the group represent clients from a range of industry sectors including mining, energy, and consumer goods. Practice head Luiz Paulo Romano focuses on tax litigation, holding extensive experience in proceedings before CARF and the superior courts. Senior associate André Torres dos Santos is an asset to the practice due to his expertise in complex litigation relating to tax regulations and social security matters.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
- 'Excellence in drafting court documents, presenting the sector's arguments effectively and precisely. In addition, the ability to liaise with representatives of the Judiciary has made the sector's defences more effective.'
- 'André Torres dos Santos has done an exceptional job of liaising with the higher courts in relation to tax claims. His ability to grasp the sectoral problem, his method of developing theses and his communication skills make him an exceptional professional and the most obvious choice when choosing a tax lawyer. In addition, it is important to emphasise his agile communication with me and my associates.'
Key clients
- J&F Mineração
- Galois
- Ponto On-line Cursos
- CMOC Brasil Mineração, Indústria e Participações
- Jornal de Brasília
- Brasscom
- Unilever Brasil Gelados do Nordeste
- FenaSaúde
- Discovery Networks
- UOL – Universo Online
- Repsol Sinopec Brasil
- ABRABE
Lawyers
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Luiz Paulo Romano
Other key lawyers
André Torres dos Santos