Trench Rossi Watanabe stands out for its depth in corporate compliance and cross-border investigations, often acting for multinationals in complex matters involving several jurisdictions and regulatory bodies. The firm is a go-to for international companies seeking Brazilian compliance expertise and offers broad coverage across risk assessments, settlement negotiations with enforcement agencies, and compliance programme development. In addition to her extensive experience in internal investigations, Heloisa Uelze also assists with policy reviews and compliance training. Felipe Ferenzini is a key contact for sensitive internal investigations and compliance issues involving heavily regulated sectors. Ana Carolina Mazzer supports clients with compliance programme design, investigations, and governance training.
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‘A firm with global operations that can meet the most diverse demands of a multinational company without losing sight of the local characteristics of each region where it operates.’
‘Felipe Ferenzini is fast, efficient, very technical and sensitive to the client's particularities.’
- 'The firm was very collaborative in its approach and committed to the tight deadlines we had.'
- 'Heloisa Uelze is a senior professional with an exceptional ability for quick reasoning and effective solutions. Felipe Ferenzini is a senior professional who is very analytical, calm, and experienced.'
Key clients
- Astellas
- Cbmm mining
- Crescera Growth
- Efg Capital
- Embraer
- Evonik
- Irani Papel e Celulose
- Kuehne & Nagel
- Mondelez
- MSD
- NFL (National Football League)
- Organon
Work highlights
Assisting the NFL in the negotiations with several governmental stakeholders and in implementing compliance safeguards for the first NFL match in Brazil.
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Practice head
Heloisa Uelze
Other key lawyers
Felipe Ferezini; Ana Carolina Mazzer; Rodrigo Passarini