With a strong track record in advising on the development and implementation of compliance programmes, Tauil & Chequer Advogados is well placed to assist with anti-corruption risk assessments and structuring transactions to meet local and international regulatory standards. The team also offers guidance on internal corporate investigations covering issues like anti-bribery, internal controls, and public procurement. Michel Sancovski has ‘an international approach and understands the regulatory nuances of different countries, facilitating global compliance for his clients’. The co-head advises on compliance, M&A due diligence, and enforcement defence. Fellow co-leader Luis Inácio Lucena Adams stands out for his experience in dispute resolution, including matters before the Brazilian superior courts. Maria Eugenia Kanazawa is no longer at the firm.
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Testimonials
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- ‘The dedication, technical rigour and commitment demonstrated by the team are remarkable. The way they conduct their activities, always with ethics, clarity and efficiency, strengthens the trust of partners, in addition to contributing directly to the firm's reputation for excellence. The combination of all these attributes makes the service very unique. ’
- ‘Unlike lawyers who limit themselves to local legal knowledge, Michel Sancovski has an international approach and understands the regulatory nuances of different countries, facilitating global compliance for his clients. He not only traditionally applies law, but seeks to work with partners to incorporate technology and data analysis to optimise processes, identify risks and offer faster and more effective solutions.’
Key clients
- Grupo Colorado
- Yara Brasil Fertilizantes S.A.
Work highlights
Represented Grupo Colorado in an administrative liability proceeding (PAR) initiated by the Brazilian Ministry of Culture (MinC), securing full dismissal of fraud allegations related to cultural project funding and avoiding a fine based on the company’s gross revenue.
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Practice head
Michel Sancovski; Luís Inácio Lucena Adams