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Testimonials
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‘Lawyers of the highest professional level, who have in-depth knowledge of the matters covered in the legal actions. They are experts in topics of interest to our entity.'
‘Machado Associados has a client-centric approach that reflects personalised service for us.'
‘Gabriel Caldiron Rezende has excellent communication skills, contributing to a collaborative and productive environment. His availability and practical approach are differentiators when choosing counsel.'
‘Solid knowledge of taxes and our industrial sector, always up to date with legal changes, legislative discussions and impacts on the business.'
‘A firm that conveys a lot of trust to clients, excellent technical team, responds punctually and with very high quality.'
‘Machado Associados stands out for its expertise in tax law, experienced team and innovative approach. Senior lawyers with in-depth knowledge of tax law, including the most complex aspects. Consolidated reputation for significant results in challenging cases and are always monitoring and anticipating changes in legislation and jurisprudence.'
Key clients
- Natura Cosméticos
- Colgate
- BDF Nivea
- CCR
- Wobben Windpower (Enercon Group)
- Sanofi Aventis
- Philips
- Valid
- Serena (previously Omega Energia)
Work highlights
- Assisted ABIHPEC with discussions of the VAT reform, including the drafting of legal text, meetings with congressmen and official technical teams, to discuss the impacts and simplification of a new consumption tax system.
- Assisted Valid to obtain a favourable judicial decision on the non-levy of Corporate Income Taxes in Brazil on the profits earned by its subsidiaries (CFC rules) located in countries with which Brazil has signed Double Tax Treaties.
Lawyers
Next generation partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Practice head
Júlio de Oliveira
Other key lawyers
Isabel Bertoletti; Paulo Rogério Garcia Ribeiro; Ana Lucia Marra; Stephanie Makin; Gabriel Caldiron Rezende; Alessandra Pela Sabbag