Machado Associados' tax team is singled out for its strong presence before the Federal Supreme Court and the Superior Court of Justice, representing clients across sectors such as cosmetics, infrastructure, energy, pharmaceuticals, and technology. The team also stands out in non-contentious tax matters, regularly advising on cross-border transactions, corporate restructuring, and international tax, including transfer pricing. Practice head Júlio de Oliveira, a specialist in indirect tax, is a key contact for the cosmetics sector and known for his litigation expertise. Paulo Rogério Garcia Ribeiro handles both administrative and judicial tax disputes, while Daniel Lacasa Maya is praised for his deep knowledge of ICMS and experience in tax litigation. Stephanie Makin leads on consulting matters, with a focus on direct taxes, international taxation and transfer pricing.
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Testimonials
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- 'Machado Associados excels in tax matters, always demonstrating extensive knowledge of the subject and detailed understanding of case law. I believe that one of its distinguishing features is its in-depth analysis of court decisions, taking into account the historical context and the judges' reasoning, which makes it possible to compile statistics that aid the company's decision-making process.'
- 'Daniel Lacasa Maya is deeply knowledgeable about ICMS, with extensive experience in conducting negotiations with states and is a leading expert in tax litigation. He has contributed greatly to discussions on issues involving tax reform.'
- 'It has high-level professionals with in-depth knowledge of the matters of interest to our entity. In addition to their knowledge, the professionals are very agile in meeting our demands.'
- 'Daniel Lacasa Maya, Julio Oliveira, and Gabriel Caldiron are professionals who have in-depth knowledge of the matters and do exemplary work in building arguments to defend our interests.'
- 'Throughout our years of partnership, Machado Associados has stood out for its excellence and dedication to service, offering a unique experience to clients. The quality of service is evident in the attention to small details, the personalised approach, and the ability to resolve complex issues efficiently and accurately. The team is composed of highly qualified professionals with experience in various areas of law, technical skills, and commitment, always seeking the best solutions for clients. The professionals at Machado Associados are always attentive to legislative changes, which gives us confidence in our decision-making, with high-quality, strategic service that seeks to meet the needs of each client.'
- 'In particular, I would like to mention lawyer Paulo Rogério, a true example of dedication, integrity, and professional excellence.'
Key clients
- NATURA GROUP (NATURA AND AVON)
- COLGATE - PALMOLIVE
- BDF NIVEA
- CCR GROUP
- WOBBEN WINDPOWER (ENERCON GROUP)
- SANOFI AVENTIS
- PHILIPS MEDICAL SYSTEMS
- VALID
- SERENA (PREVIOUSLY OMEGA ENERGIA)
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 Ribeiro; Daniel Lacasa Maya; Stephanie Makin; Gabriel Caldiron Rezende