With a robust offering spanning both contentious and non-contentious matters, the labour and employment practice at TozziniFreire has extensive experience advising on complex, high-value class actions, labour lawsuits, and internal investigations, as well as termination and hiring procedures, internal labour audits, and outsourcing. The group is active across a range of industries and continues to amass new and impressive clients, expanding its reach further into the banking and finance, automotive, and food and beverage sectors. At the helm of the department is Alexandre de Almeida Cardoso, who is sought after for his expertise assisting with preventative matters, wrongful termination cases, and public civil actions, with a focus on the pharma, technology, and automotive sectors. The team also benefits from the aptitude of Gabriela Lima, who advises on non-contentious matters ranging from visa permits to negotiating collective bargaining agreements. On the inspection and litigation front, Fernanda Bianco Pimentel is a key contact, while Mihoko Sirley Kimura is adept at assisting with hiring and compensation plans. Leonardo Augusto Padilha Bertanha is another notable name in the practice, standing out for his experience in legal audits and internal investigations.
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‘Office with highly qualified professionals who are always available to meet any demand, even if it is urgent.’
‘Modern firm, with well-defined processes and procedures, which facilitates communication and the exchange of information about the processes.’
‘Alexandre de Almeida Cardoso and Fernanda Bianco Pimentel are super approachable and know a lot about the client's business, which makes communication easier.’
‘They know the client's operations very well and always advise by looking at the whole picture, always analysing the risks, the history, and any precedents that may be created, in addition to being very specific in their recommendations with various alternatives with the appropriate risk possibilities. In addition to this, they deliver within the deadlines.’
‘They are excellent.’
‘We recommend Gabriela Lima, whose professionalism, courtesy, and knowledge define her.’
Key clients
- Ford Motor Company Ltda.
- Embraer
- Mercedes-Benz do Brasil Ltda.
- Volkswagen do Brasil
- Siemens Group
- PowerChina
- LG Electronics do Brasil Ltda
- Torrent Pharma
- Audi
- Banco BMG
- Banco ABC
- Bridgestone do Brasil Indústria e Comércio Ltda.
Lawyers
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Practice head
Alexandre de Almeida Cardoso
Other key lawyers
Gabriela Lima; Fernanda Bianco Pimentel; Mihoko Sirley Kimura; Leonardo Augusto Padilha Bertanha