Regularly sought after by companies, board committees, private equity funds and trade associations for its expertise in a variety of criminal cases, Lefosse Advogados often handles proceedings related to fraud, cybercrimes, tax and environmental offences. The team is also adept at negotiating plea and cooperation agreements with authorities, conducting time-sensitive cybersecurity and fraud investigations, performing integrity due diligence for M&A transactions, and managing crises effectively. ‘Marcelo Ribeiro’s background at the Federal Prosecution Office (MPF) offers a unique strategic perspective’ in the context of bribery, money laundering, and corruption cases. Ribeiro oversees the practice, which also features Gabriel de Freitas Queiroz, a contact for high-profile police investigations, leniency agreements, and crisis management related to data breaches and environmental disasters.
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Testimonials
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- 'The firm is marked by a high level of technical quality and a multidisciplinary approach that enables clients to benefit from an integrated view of complex problems. The interaction between different teams contributes significantly to the development of holistic strategies.'
- 'In the criminal area, Marcelo and Gabriel deliver outstanding service, demonstrating deep knowledge and strong commitment to the matters at hand. Their responsiveness, punctuality, and transparency—especially regarding case updates and feedback—are consistently excellent. Marcelo’s background at the Federal Prosecution Office (MPF) offers a unique strategic perspective that clearly benefits the clients.'
- 'Marcelo Ribeiro stands out for his availability and expertise in criminal matters. The firm’s overall client service is characterised by speed, accessibility of partners, and strong technical grounding.'
- 'Quality and speed of service. High availability of partners and lawyers involved, as well as extensive technical knowledge.'
- 'Technical quality, reputation, connections.'
- 'Lefosse is multifaceted, with several areas of expertise, allowing the client to have a near-holistic view of the problem. Team interaction makes a huge difference in complex problems.'
- 'Marcelo has a unique perspective, having worked for the Federal Public Prosecutor's Office for years. This makes a huge difference, as it guides the entire strategy of the case.'
- 'Impeccable technical quality.'
- 'High level of knowledge and commitment to the clients' needs and subject discussed. Exceptional service from Marcelo and Gabriel (criminal practice). Punctuality, prompt responses, transparency, and feedback on the progress of cases.'
- 'Marcelo Ribeiro and Gabriel de Freitas Queiroz provided excellent service.'
Key clients
- Instituto Nacional de Processamento de Embalagens Vazias (InpEV)
- Nuvei do Brasil Ltda.
- iFinex Inc.
Practice head
Marcelo Ribeiro
Other key lawyers
Gabriel de Freitas Queiroz