
With a presence across a range of sectors, including aviation, telecoms, and technology, the labour and employment group at Cescon Barrieu has experience acting for major companies in both contentious and non-contentious matters. On the contentious front, the team is adept at handling collective and individual claims prompted by unions and the Labour Prosecutor’s Office, while on the non-contentious side, the practice regularly advises on hiring and termination processes, compliance, and internal investigations. Dario Abrahão Rabay and Viviane De Azevedo Rodrigues co-head the department and bring a wealth of expertise to the group; Rabay concentrates on labour litigation, arbitration, and executive contracts, while Rodrigues stands out for her aptitude in assisting with a range of employment consultancy matters such as union and HR issues, labour aspects of corporate transactions, and internal investigations. Gustavo Da Silva Souto is a key contact in the department. Marilia Veiga Ravazzi joined as a partner from Mattos Filho in July 2025.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Prepared team.’
- 'I work mainly with Viviane Rodrigues on labour law issues. Her advice is practical, easy to understand and solutions-focused. She is responsive, commercial, and I trust her judgement.'
Key clients
- Akamai Technologies AENA International and Bloco de Onze Aeroportos do Brasil S.A. Spotify Inc. Totvs S.A. Squire Patton Boggs (US) LLP Hashtag Treinamentos Raytheon Technologies - RTX Klingele Paper Avalara H Clarksons Verisure Instituto Brasileiro de Petróleo, Gás e Biocombustíveis - IBP Pinbank Brasil Yazaki V.Tal Megalabs
Work highlights
Advised AENA international on collective bargaining and on all labour and employment consultation regarding the public concession of eleven airports in Brazil.
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.
Practice head
Dario Abrahão Rabay; Viviane De Azevedo Rodrigues
Other key lawyers
Gustavo Da Silva Souto; Marilia Veiga Ravazzi


