Clients praise Mattos Filho‘s private client practice for its ’in-depth knowledge of Brazilian laws and regulations’ and its ‘extensive network of associated offices in the main financial markets abroad’. The team is well equipped to advise on family and corporate governance, succession and estate planning, as well as relocation and immigration strategies across multiple jurisdictions. A standout in the group, Alessandro Amadeu da Fonseca brings significant experience assisting international families holding assets in Brazil and designing fiduciary structures across various jurisdictions. Nicole Najjar is highly regarded for her deep expertise in corporate governance, succession, and estate planning, and is particularly adept at handling relocation and international asset reorganisation. Pedro Falcone also stands out for his work in reorganising international assets, including private investment companies, offshore funds and fiduciary structures.
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Testimonials
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- 'Mattos Filho is a reference in the Brazilian wealth management and succession market. With a highly specialised team committed to excellence, it is capable of delivering the most efficient and cost-effective solutions. Its team of lawyers stands out from the competition due to its in-depth knowledge of Brazilian laws and regulations in all areas of law and its extensive network of associated offices in the main financial markets abroad.’
‘The team's greatest asset is its leader, Nicole Najjar Prado de Oliveira. Nicole has very unique and valuable skills that, when combined, are rare: broad legal knowledge in various fields of law, especially in property and tax law, both national and international; great ability to develop the best possible solutions; great ability to relate to family members with interests that do not always converge; fully committed to deadlines; always proactive attitude; permanent search for new knowledge and new challenges. I also highlight the brilliant work of Pedro Falcone.'
‘The team understands the tax challenges of our times and provides appropriate suggestions for effective succession planning’
‘The lawyer who works directly with me is Pedro Falcone. He knows his business, is responsive to the challenges and has a great sense of urgency.'
‘Highly qualified professionals who are extremely committed to defending their clients' theses.’
‘Mattos Filho is currently the best law firm in Brazil and probably in Latin America. They do excellent work in the area of wealth management and succession and work with several high-end families in Brazil.’
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Pedro Falcone
Other key lawyers
Alessandro Amadeu da Fonseca; Nicole Najjar; Pedro Falcone; Beatriz Borges