The compliance and investigations practice at Lefosse Advogados is adept at handling an array of matters, including independent monitorships, administrative defences before the CGU, integrity due diligence and major corporate investigations into fraud and senior management harassment. Highly regarded in the compliance space, practice head Adriana Dantas has particular expertise in handling cases involving corruption, fraud and cartel involvement in bank-financed projects. Dantas is ably supported by Juliana Daniel, who focuses on government investigations and sanctioning procedures, showcasing strength in anti-competitive conduct investigations. Senior associate Astrid Lima Rocha brings significant experience in corporate governance and securities litigation.
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Testimonials
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‘Lefosse professionals are highly prepared, having a lot of knowledge of the area and also of the challenges faced by our company. The professionals were very quick in meeting our demands.'
‘Partner Adriana Dantas has great expertise in the area of compliance, knowing the legislation in detail and proposing good alternatives to solve client problems.'
‘Adriana Dantas Marina Nicolosi.’
‘Innovative department with disruptive initiatives.'
‘Adriana Dantas and Marcelo Ribeiro are recommended.'
Key clients
- Magazine Luiza S.A.
- Siguler Guff & Company LP
- EDF Norte Fluminense S.A.
- Ingram Micro
- Braskem S.A.
- Embraer S.A.
- Marisa Lojas S.A.
- Sigma Lithium
- CBMM – Companhia Brasileira de Metalurgia e Mineração
- Nuvei do Brasil Ltda.
Work highlights
- Retained to assist the audit committee of Magazine Luiza in an independent high-profile investigation into alleged illegal accounting practices.
- Assisted Marisa Lojas with an independent investigation to assess alleged irregular accounting practices.
- Defended China Three Gorges in an Anticorruption Act administrative proceeding (PAR) involving alleged facts occurred before the acquisition of a subsidiary.
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Next generation partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Juliana Daniel
Practice head
Adriana Dantas
Other key lawyers
Marcelo Ribeiro; Astrid Lima Rocha; Juliana Daniel; Marina Nicolosi