Domestic and international companies across an array of sectors, most notably medical care, construction, manufacturing and sports, regularly seek Rossi, Maffini, Milman Advogados‘ assistance with a broad range of labour law matters. The team is skilled in judicial proceedings before labour courts, showcasing strength in both individual and collective claims. It also provides strong representation at the administrative level, including before the Ministry of Labour and the Labour Public Prosecutor’s Office. Practice head Benoni Canellas Rossi brings over two decades of experience in labour and employment matters. Eugênio Hainzenreder Júnior plays a key role in advising companies across the Rio Grande do Sul region on a wide range of employment-related issues.
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- ‘What distinguishes the firm and justifies our partnership of over 20 years is the trust and flexibility in finding the best solution for the client. We feel secure regarding their ethics in handling the company's claims, and we also receive advice that gives us confidence in our risk management decisions. There is a transparency in their guidance and opinions which brings great clarity on the risks.’
- ‘I would particularly like to highlight Dr. Guilherme Anguinoni, who handles the company's claims and provides consultancy in the labour area. He is an exceptional professional, both for his technical competence and for his ethics and posture. He is committed, flexible, quick to respond, and uses accessible language that is easy to understand. We consider him a business partner who supports us in the complex mechanisms of constant legal changes.’
- ‘The firm stands out for its combination of technical excellence, deep knowledge of the regulatory environment, and a personalised approach to client service. The quality of the service is reflected in the team's ability to offer agile, secure legal solutions that are aligned with the business objectives of each client, with a high standard of ethics and responsibility.’
- ‘What makes the team truly unique is its integrated and multidisciplinary approach, with professionals specialising in different areas of law who work collaboratively to offer complete and strategic responses, even in complex scenarios.’
- ‘The firm stands out for the direct involvement of its partners in strategic matters, giving total security to the client. Day-to-day demands are handled by capable associates with excellent results. In support of the client, they have an efficient system for controlling instalment payments of labour awards.’
- ‘The firm's team is composed of highly qualified professionals who are committed to excellence in their delivery and have a strong strategic approach with clients. Among the names that stand out, we especially recommend: Eugênio Hainzenreder Junior, Gabriel Ketzer Brum, Guilherme Anguinoni, Avelaine Santos and Benoni Rossi.’
- ‘In the labour law area, partner Benoni Rossi stands out for his technical ability, direct involvement in strategic demands, and his conciliatory skills.’
- ‘Dr. Guilherme is always courteous and polite, being meticulous and attentive to every detail.’
- ‘Technical capacity and commitment from the entire team at the firm.’
- ‘The culture of being close to the client and actively listening further qualifies the service they provide.’
Key clients
- Rede D’Or
- Fraport Brasil S.A. Aeroporto de Porto Alegre
- Lear do Brasil
- Xerox
- Gremio Football Porto Alegrense
- Banco Regional de Desenvolvimento do Extremo Sul (BRDE)
- SPE Holding Beira Rio S.A.
- Hospital Nossa Senhora da Conceição S.A. (largest hospital Group in Latin America)
- Arauco
- Cristália
- Associação dos Juízes do Rio Grande do Sul (Ajuris)
- Centro de Integração Empresa-Escola (CIEE)
- Tonial Ceriais
- Rede Duque
Work highlights
Represents BRDE in a lawsuit in which the claimant claimed to have been dismissed from his activities, as he wanted to exercise his functions in a labour union.
Representing Lear do Brasil in a lawsuit in which an ex-employee claimed to be reintegrated to work, alleging she was fired for being homosexual.
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Practice head
Benôni Canellas Rossi
Other key lawyers
Eugenio Hainzenreder Junior; Matheus Gallarreta Lemos