Magalhães e Dias - Advocacia offers wide-ranging expertise in international trade, spanning litigation, consultancy, trade remedies investigations, and export controls. The team is well-versed in WTO agreements and Mercosur CET matters, and regularly advises on public interest cases and tariff and non-tariff barriers. Yi Shin Tang brings strong experience in trade remedies and regulatory barriers, along with additional expertise in competition law. Ana Luiza Sanches plays a key role in trade compliance matters. Camila Emi Tomimatsu acts for an array of clients, including names from the food and beverage, paper and pulp, and tech sectors, in international trade mandates.
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Testimonials
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‘Its highly qualified professionals are what makes the firm.’
‘Yi Shin Tang is a leading professional in the legal field, recognised for his technical precision and strategic vision. His ability to articulate innovative and effective solutions to complex challenges makes him a reference in the sector.'
'Camilla Emi Tomatsu combines academic depth with a pragmatic and assertive approach, delivering high-impact results. Her commitment to excellence and her ability to navigate sophisticated legal issues make her a standout attorney.’
‘This is a highly specialised team with highly qualified professionals to work in the area of international trade and customs. They are very available, partners with the company and are committed to delivering the best results.’
‘We work very closely with our partner Yi Shin and Camila Tominatsu. They are attentive and have a deep understanding of not only the company, but also the sector in which it operates.’
‘Yi Shin Tang has a deep technical knowledge and analytical capacity of the reality of his clients' businesses.’
Key clients
- AMBEV – Cia. Brasileira de Bebidas (Anheuser-Busch/Inbev)
- Nestlé Ltda. (Nestlé Group)
- ABEAÇO – Brazilian Association for Steel Packaging
- JBS Group
- ELETROS – National Union of Household Appliances Manufacturers
- UNILEVER
- Suzano Papel e Celulose
- IBÁ – Brazilian Industry of Trees Association
- Indústrias Renda Reunidas
- ABPA – Brazilian Association of Animal Proteins
- BRF S.A.
- GONÇALVES & TORTOLA S.A. (“GTFoods”)
Work highlights
Advised ELETROS on opposing a request for the temporary increase of import tariffs on polyol, citing trade imbalances caused by current international economic conditions.
Advised ABEAÇO on opposing a request for the temporary increase of import tariffs on carbon steel sheets, citing trade imbalances caused by current global economic conditions.
Advised ABEAÇO and its associates on the anti-dumping investigation concerning Brazilian imports of carbon steel sheets from China.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Ana Luiza Sanches
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Yi Shin Tang
Other key lawyers
Ana Luiza Sanches; Camila Emi Tominatsu