Pinheiro Neto Advogados fields a robust technology practice that advises multinational and international clients on complex regulatory matters and litigation in Brazil, drawing on its multidisciplinary expertise to also support technology companies with corporate, employment and tax issues. The firm represents digital businesses, internet and tech companies in administrative and judicial proceedings involving consumer protection, data processing, licensed content and the spread of fake news on online platforms, while also assisting venture capital clients with technology-related transactions. Practice head André Zonaro Giacchetta, a specialist in technology, data privacy and civil liability, frequently appears in public hearings and proceedings before the Federal Supreme Court. Raphael de Cunto focuses on technology and media issues, José Mauro Decoussau Machado combines litigation and transactional expertise, and Larissa Galimberti brings valuable experience in developing new tech products and services. Ciro Torres Freitas is a key contact for high-stakes litigation involving internet applications, data privacy, investigations and cybersecurity incidents.
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Testimonials
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- 'Responsive and knowledgeable.'
- 'André Zonaro Giacchetta is a pioneering lawyer in the technology sector and knows the industry like few others. His unwavering commitment as a strategic adviser and his willingness to assist clients in complex and challenging disputes are characteristics that distinguish him as one of the best in his field.'
- 'The main innovation of Pinheiro Neto Advogados is the acceleration programme. This project allows start-ups to be advised by some of the best lawyers in the market. This is an extremely innovative partnership model, which adapts to start-ups with great potential.'
- 'We interact with a small team, led by two great lawyers: Larissa Galimberti and Luiza Fonseca de Araújo. Their main qualities are their proactivity in supporting us even outside the traditional scope of a legal advisor. There were many occasions when they introduced us to potential clients, suppliers or partners.'
- 'Pinheiro Neto stands out for being very attentive to innovations in the market, both in Europe and the US, technically comparing existing businesses in Brazil, making the process of tropicalisation of businesses much more agile and effective.'
- 'Partner Larissa Galimberti, as well as her team, especially Luiza Fonseca de Araújo, have an above-average passion and commitment to the client. They are always willing to seek solutions and really go the extra mile to find alternatives for clients. They feel and share our ‘pain.’ In addition, this interaction between young professionals and clients should serve as motivation and training for these lawyers.'
Key clients
- Amazon
- ByteDance
- Twitch
- AirBnb
- Ebanx
- Intel
- JPMorgan
- Nubank
- Tiger Global Management
- Coatue Management
- Pismo
- CAR Group
- Bombinate Technologies (Koo)
- Exato Digital
- Seek
- Intel
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Practice head
André Zonaro Giacchetta
Other key lawyers
Raphael de Cunto; José Mauro Decoussau Machado; Larissa Galimberti; Ciro Torres Freitas; Luiza Fonseca de Araújo