Pinheiro Neto Advogados is a ‘reference in the sector’ of data privacy, protection, and cybersecurity, frequently assisting clients with complex matters related to Brazil’s Data Protection Regulation (LGPD). The firm brings extensive experience in managing cybersecurity risks and advising on appropriate remedial actions following data breaches. It is also highly active in litigation, particularly in representing social media and technology companies in cases concerning privacy, free speech rights, liability, and user data. Practice head André Zonaro Giacchetta regularly appears before the Federal Supreme Court, often dealing with matters involving internet platforms. José Mauro Decoussau Machado provides advice across a mix of privacy, IP, and technology issues, while Larissa Galimberti is noted for her expertise in both data protection and the structuring of new technology ventures in Brazil. Ciro Torres Freitas is a technology specialist who assists clients in responding to data security incidents and supports them through enforcement actions and administrative proceedings concerning personal data and artificial intelligence.
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Testimonials
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‘It is a reference in the sector, as it has extensive experience, serving the main players. It provides a holistic view of the sector and its respective legal challenges.’
‘André Zonaro Giacchetta is without a doubt the reference in data protection and privacy, and our go-to person when we need advice to make an impactful decision. Ciro Torres Freitas is another reference in the area and the person we count on daily to work on our strategic cases.’
‘Huge capacity to absorb demand volume and maintain good quality of performance.’
‘André Zonaro Giacchetta is a partner with extensive experience in the sector, which gives great historical and contextual dimension to his recommendations. Adriana Moretto is a brilliant associate lawyer, standing out for the quality and speed of her analyses.’
'I found the team very responsive and they provided helpful and practical advice which was actionable.'
'Pinheiro Neto's privacy team is highly qualified, has solid knowledge and unrivalled customer service.'
'Daniela Kessler is a senior associate with a partner's attitude and is very confident in the delivery and quality of the work.'
- 'André Zonaro Giacchetta is an excellent lawyer, extremely competent and up to date with the most detailed discussions involving the industry and its clients. He is knowledgeable about the judges and magistrates who hear the cases and knows their profiles and decision-making history.'
- 'I would like to highlight Daniela Kessler, who is an excellent solicitor, very good technically and has in-depth knowledge of our cases and discussions under her responsibility. Daniela is very available and accessible, highly responsive and a problem solver.'
Key clients
- Amazon
- Microsoft
- Shein
- AirBnb
- Credit Suisse
- Serasa Experian
- Tencent
- Motorola
- Stripe
- General Motors
- Roche
- Hollister Incorporated
- Abastece-Aí Clube Automobilista Payment Ltda.
- Rei do Pitaco – MMD Serviço de Desenvolvimento de Software Ltda.
- Associação Brasileira de Crédito Digital – ABCD
- Southrock
Lawyers
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Practice head
André Zonaro Giacchetta
Other key lawyers
Ciro Torres Freitas; Adriana Tourinho Moretto; Larissa Galimberti; Daniela Kessler