Bringing together expertise in direct and indirect taxation, cross-border transactions, tax planning and administrative and judicial litigation, Campos Mello Advogados’ tax department offers comprehensive support across both advisory and contentious matters. The team attracts instructions from domestic and international clients operating in a variety of sectors, including consumer goods, technology, energy, life sciences and agribusiness. The practice is jointly led by Humberto Marini, who has a strong track record in proceedings before the higher courts in Brazil and is an expert in tax issues related to the oil and gas sector, and Alex Jorge, who excels in tax structuring and international taxation mandates. Renato Lopes da Rocha handles contentious tax matters before administrative and judicial bodies, while Juliana Costa is noted for her experience in transactional matters and transfer pricing.
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Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
- 'Campos Mello Advogados stands out for its technical excellence, personalised service, and strategic vision. The team demonstrates deep knowledge and the ability to offer innovative and effective solutions. In all the work performed, the delivery was of a high standard, with quality and availability of professionals, as well as a broad business vision, ensuring legal support aligned with the company's strategic needs.'
- 'Juliana Costa stands out for her extremely high level of technical knowledge, commitment, and ability to innovate in the solutions presented. Her approach combines a sense of urgency and high availability, ensuring differentiated service that makes the client feel like a priority, even though they know they are not the only one. In addition, her discussions are always rich, bringing security and quality, with clear and strategic communication, aligned with the business world and without unnecessary bureaucracy.'
- 'They are proactive and available whenever needed. They listen and provide sound advice in addition to technical answers at a reasonable price. Alex Jorge is particularly excellent.'
- 'The Brazil Tax team, led by Alex and Humberto, with the tremendous support of Juliana and Renato, brings a unique edge to our company's significant tax projects. This team is always available for meetings, providing extraordinary solutions for tax planning and our most significant tax litigation cases.'
- 'Renato Lopes da Rocha - a partner who pays special attention to our Tax Litigation cases and has been working with us for almost a decade. Humberto Marini - even as head partner of the practice, he dedicates much of his time to participating in important matters we request advice on. Juliana Andrade Costa - a younger partner, but who has already demonstrated her unparalleled knowledge of International Taxation and Direct Taxes, with a very attentive approach. Alex Jorge - despite being based in NYC, he is able to participate in our special cases and dedicate his vast international experience to helping us. Laura Kurth - brilliant expertise in international taxation, which brings a unique edge to our cases.'
- 'This firm boasts a team of highly technically skilled lawyers with a strong ability to translate complex elements into simple terms, assisting companies in decision-making. As a partner firm of a renowned international law firm, they have a strong understanding of international operations, giving them an advantage when dealing with matters involving multinational companies that require a global perspective.'
- 'Alex Jorge, Laura Kurth and Renato Lopes da Rocha - All professionals with a modern legal vision and a significant business focus.'
- 'As a partner firm, they understand the client's current situation and are available to provide ongoing support for matters of both greater and lesser complexity. They are ahead of their competitors in constantly updating their team and actively listening to identify needs and present solutions that exceed client expectations.'
- 'Humberto Marini and Renato Lopes specialize in tax litigation. They possess in-depth technical knowledge and strive, above all, to ensure the best resolution for their clients, even if this eliminates administrative and/or judicial litigation. Client-centricity is their hallmark.'
- 'In the consulting field, Juliana Costa offers in-depth technical knowledge without sacrificing the practicality and objectivity required today.'
Key clients
- ECMS
- Suzano
- Veralto
- BASF
- Grupo Fleury
- EDP Renováveis
- 3R Petroleum
- Sony Interactive Entertainment
- LEGO
- Eneva
- Rheem Manufacturing
- Novo Nordisk Farmacêutica do Brasil
- Stanley Black & Decker Group
- White Martins
- Sequoia Logística
- COSAN
- John Textor (investor in Botafogo SAF)
- EDPR
- Maha Energia
- Nissan
Work highlights
Advised Maha Group in Brazil on a restructuring to sell-back 3RO interest to 3R Petroleum Óleo e Gás S.A.
Provided tax advice to LANXESS’s team in Brazil regarding the tax implications, risks, and recommendations on HPM business carve-out.
Represents Newell Brands in goodwill amortisation cases before the administrative tax court in 2024 obtained a favorable ruling regarding the largest case.
Practice head
Humberto Marini; Alex Jorge
Other key lawyers
Renato Lopes da Rocha; Juliana Costa; Laura Kurth