Lefosse Advogados has a well-regarded life sciences and healthcare practice led by Rubens Granja, who is supported by life sciences specialists Maira Materagia Imperatriz and Natássia Misae Ueno. Granja is recognised for his expertise in regulatory law, government procurement, administrative law, and healthcare, frequently advising domestic and multinational clients on regulated business structures, contracts, clinical trials, and public procurement procedures. Imperatriz focuses on healthcare matters, particularly the structuring and regulatory approval of corporate and commercial transactions, as well as the review of health insurance contracts and policies. Ueno brings in-depth knowledge of administrative law, regularly assisting clients with both compulsory and non-compulsory public bidding processes for the acquisition of goods by the Brazilian Public Administration.
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Testimonials
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‘Lefosse's life sciences area stands out for its technical excellence and the proximity of its partner and associates to its clients.'
‘Rubens Granja has a holistic view of the market, knows how to navigate all subjects well, and delves deeply into all client issues.'
'Natássia Misae Ueno is a reference in the area of public law and takes a strong stance on these issues.’
Key clients
- Laboratórios Pierre Fabre Ltda.
- Astellas Farma Brasil Importação e Distribuição de Medicamentos Ltda.
- Raia Drogasil S.A
- Souza Cruz Ltda.
- Laboratórios Pfizer Ltda.
- Boehringer Ingelheim do Brasil Química e Farmacêutica Ltda.
- Baxter Hospitalar Ltda.
- AbbVie Farmacêutica Ltda.
- United Medical Ltda.
- ADM do Brasil Ltda.
- Syngenta Proteção de Cultivos Ltda.
- Víncula Indústria, Comércio, Importação e Exportação de Implantes S.A.
- Amil Assistência Médica Internacional S.A.
- Conexa Saúde Serviços Médicos S.A.
- Kora Saúde Participações S.A
Work highlights
Assisted Amil with all legal matters involving the establishment of a partnership with Diagnósticos da América S.A. (Dasa), creating one of the largest hospital networks.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Natássia Misae Ueno
Practice head
Rubens Granja
Other key lawyers
Maira Materagia Imperatriz; Natássia Misae Ueno