The data governance team at B/Luz advises clients on a broad range of privacy and data protection matters, with particular expertise in compliance, risk mitigation and cross-border regulatory frameworks. The team regularly assists with transactions and regulatory issues involving the LGPD, GDPR and CCPA, and also acts as DPO for clients, overseeing privacy governance programmes and cross-border data transfers. Team lead Fernando Bousso advises domestic and multinational startups and technology companies on privacy and data protection issues. Vanessa Pirró, Felipe Gabriades and Adriane Loureiro Novaes are all experienced in advising on data privacy, governance and compliance matters.
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Testimonials
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- Fernando Bousso is a partner with an extremely objective and executive profile, recognized for his ability to transform complex legal issues into clear and actionable guidance. He is very available on a daily basis, actively engaging with clients and strongly involved in strategic decisions. He stays constantly updated on the latest discussions in technology and regulation, allowing him to offer advice aligned with digital market trends and the needs of innovative businesses.
- What distinguishes the firm in the Brazilian market is its ability to transform complex legal analyses into objective and actionable guidance, always focusing on strategic solutions. Its work across multiple areas allows for the organic involvement of different departments, ensuring an integrated view of the issues. The firm also stands out for its structured use of technology and data in process management and client relations.
- A highly technical firm, but one that goes far beyond that: the team truly strive to understand our business in depth, something that no one else has managed to do with the same level of closeness.
Key clients
- Azul Linhas Aéreas
- Embraer
- Mercedes-Benz
- Grupo Pão de Açúcar
- Whirlpool
- Meta
- Airbnb
- Match (Tinder)
- VR - Alimentação
- Snapchat
- Warner
- Generali
- Red Bull Brasil
- Arezzo
- Publicis Group
- General Mills
- Jusbrasil
- Multiplan
- Nuvemshop
- Loft
Work highlights
Advised Whirlpool on the consolidation of its privacy governance framework, supporting the management of data subject requests and internal privacy channels.
Advised Warner Bros. Discovery on the ongoing operation of the HBO Max streaming platform in Brazil, adapting global policies and strategies to local regulatory requirements.
Advised Azul Linhas Aéreas on the consolidation of the company’s privacy governance model, providing ongoing support in the handling of data subject rights requests as its DPO.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Fernando Bousso
Other key lawyers
Vanessa Pirró; Felipe Gabriades; Adriane Loureiro Novaes



