Tauil & Chequer Advogados

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

• The firm stands out for its combination of technical excellence, international reach, and a highly practical, business-oriented approach. The team demonstrates solid experience in handling complex cross-border matters, combining deep legal knowledge with the ability to understand the client's business objectives. The firm differentiates itself through the efficient integration of its teams in different jurisdictions, allowing for consistent and agile coordination in matters involving multiple countries. In our experience, the quality of service is marked by clear communication, high responsiveness, direct partner involvement, and pragmatic recommendations that support strategic decision-making. This combination of international expertise, close attention, and a focus on solutions makes the firm a distinctive legal partner in the market.
• Michel Sancovski stands out for his combination of technical excellence, strategic vision, global perspective, and deep understanding of client needs both within and outside of Brazil. Throughout our experience, he was directly involved in the matter, demonstrating high availability, accessibility, and agility in his responses. His ability to analyze complex issues from an international perspective and transform legal analyses into clear, practical guidance aligned with business objectives was one of the main differentiators of the work he provided. Beyond his solid technical knowledge, Michel distinguishes himself through objective communication, personal involvement in all stages of the project, and genuine commitment to client success. He is a professional we trust to advise on strategic matters of a national and cross-border nature, and whom we recommend with conviction.
• Michel Sancovski is a leading lawyer in the area of compliance, recognized for the clarity with which he translates complex issues into practical and applicable guidance. I have a very positive impression of his work: he is available, direct, and inspires confidence in handling sensitive matters. His performance reflects genuine care for the client, which makes all the difference in the relationship of trust built over time.
• Tauil, and in particular its compliance team, is one of the most solid and reliable in the market. Whenever I've interacted with them, they've conveyed an impression of great technical expertise, commitment to clients, and the ability to handle sensitive issues with discretion and security. It's a firm that inspires confidence, coupled with a deep understanding of the local market, which certainly contributes to the excellence of the service provided.
• There are numerous high-quality law firms in the Brazilian market, but the main characteristic that distinguishes TCMB from others is the partner who handles our contract. In addition to being extremely qualified to address the requested issues, Michel understands very well how the company's processes work and is concerned with ensuring that appropriate governance is followed. The deliverables are of extremely high quality and exceed expectations. Follow-up appointments are conducted even after the completion of the project to ensure that the objectives were adequately achieved. The partner's commitment to delivering quality service is the key differentiator.
• An office that inspires, above all, trust. A transparent relationship with punctual delivery that exceeds expectations. A team of people who are humane, welcoming, and helpful.
• Associate Isabella Zambo is one of the team's standout members. Always very dedicated and helpful, she is extremely talented and will have a brilliant career.
• The firm stands out for providing excellent quality services. Partner Michel Sancovski is always attentive to market trends and focuses on meeting business needs, bringing pragmatic and creative solutions without compromising ethical values. The Mayer Brown compliance team has a proactive and engaged approach, taking excellent care of clients. They are highly qualified and dedicated like no other team.

Key clients

• AXIA Energia (former Centrais Elétricas Brasileiras S/A – Eletrobras)
• Embraer S/A
• CIS Brasil Ltda.
• Sonangol E.P.
• Techint Engenharia & Construção S/A
• Yara Brasil Fertilizantes S/A
• Orizon Valorização de Resíduos S/A
• Live Nation Brasil Entretenimento Ltda.

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Michel Sancovski