Souto Correa Advogados‘ labour and employment group, described by clients as ’one of the best in the market’, has amassed extensive experience advising on collective bargaining, individual and collective litigation, and public civil actions. With a breadth of expertise, the department continues to grow its client roster, which consists of notable names from a variety of sectors, including technology, consumer goods, and energy, to name a few. A key name in the practice is Paulo Roberto Souto, who is sought after for his aptitude for handling strikes and managing dismissals. On the contentious front, Joel Henrich Gallo, Eduardo Mascarenhas, and Patrícia Mota Alves stand out for their litigation prowess, while Manoela Pascal Martins concentrates on non-contentious matters, including social security issues and internal policies.
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Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘Souto Correa's labour team is one of the best in the market.’

  • ‘Specialists in complex issues and with strategic performance, the team led by João Marimon and Joel Henrich Gallo delivers excellent results.’

  • ‘João Marimon and Joel Henrich Gallo are exemplary professionals. Their technical knowledge combined with results-oriented performance, as well as their fluid communication, means that they are repeatedly sought out by our team. I have already recommended them to other companies, and their satisfaction track record is 100%.’

  • ‘The firm provides excellent service in the labour area since its lawyers are specialists in the subject and available to assist.’

  • ‘The firm stands out mainly in the quality of its performance in hearings and is always willing to think outside the box in order to provide better performance for the client in its day-to-day activities.’

  • ‘Eduardo Mascarenhas Lopes is an excellent labour lawyer, a professional committed to his work and always available. He dedicates his efforts to understanding and resolving all obstacles that occur during the labour process. I would like to emphasise that all the work he does is extremely serious and competent, as well as reliable.’

Key clients

  • Dell Computadores do Brasil LTDA.
  • Lenovo Tecnologia LTDA.
  • Honeywell do Brasil LTDA.
  • Irani Papel e Embalagem S.A.
  • Johnson & Johnson
  • Abbott Laboratórios do Brasil LTDA.
  • Vale S.A.
  • Airbnb Serviços Digitais LTDA.
  • Taurus Investimentos
  • Nelogica Sistemas de Software LTDA.
  • Totvs S.A.
  • Cinemark Brasil S.A.

Work highlights

Defended Enesa Engenharia S.A. against labour lawsuits filed by Brazilian workers involved in a project in Uruguay who were seeking recognition of an employment relationship with the Brazilian company and local labour rights.
Advising Dell on union relations and negotiations.

Lawyers

Next Generation Partners

Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Practice head

Paulo Roberto Souto; Joel Henrich Gallo; Patrícia Mota Alves; Manoela Pascal Martins; Eduardo Mascarenhas

Other key lawyers

João Marimon