State of São Paulo

São Paulo

Paraná

Rio de Janeiro

State of Rio de Janeiro

Contract drafting & review

Legal consultations

Second opinions

Litigation support

Employment law advisory

Policy drafting

Dispute resolution guidance

Tax advisory & dispute handling

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Profile Title

Licensed Legal Counsellor

Legal Advisor

Corporate, Tax & Compliance Expert

Certified Legal Consultant

Dispute Resolution & Compliance Specialist

Bar-Registered Legal Practitioner

Contracts & Regulations Expert

Taxation & Corporate Law Advisor

Legal Solutions Specialist

Personal & Business Law

Compliance advice

Senior legal executive and experience legal counsel with over 20 years of experience in industrial, corporate and highly regulated environments, counseling clients and boards and senior managers in regards a broad legal advice and solutions across varios areas. As legal counsel, my focus and background has been provind legal solutions to about corporate governance, compliance, strategic litigation and risk management related to labor, taxation, civil and labor law. Extensive experience in complex transactions, infrastructure, complex contracts, structured finance, M&A, arbitration and regulatory affairs.

Felipe Gazoni Souza

As a highly qualified legal expert with a solid background in Corporate Law, Legal Operations, and Technology, I provide strategic legal advice tailored to high-growth environments. With extensive experience as a Founding Legal Counsel and Business Development Executive, I specialize in navigating complex regulatory landscapes, ensuring compliance, and mitigating risks in international operations.  
​I have a proven track record in Product Adaptation and Market Expansion, specifically bridging the gap between global technical requirements and the Brazilian legal market. My expertise includes mapping essential local features—such as PIX, electronic invoicing, and specific legal operations—and collaborating with cross-functional global teams to ensure both technical alignment and cultural adaptation.  
​Beyond traditional practice, I am a co-author of multiple books on the technological impacts on society and the Metaverse. I am committed to delivering high-integrity, diligent solutions that safeguard client interests while fostering sustainable, legally-sound business growth.

Matheus Martins Alves

With a robust career in legal and compliance, I currently serve as the Founding Partner at Renato Cirne
Advogados and I also founded two startups, @Plantah and @MaisqueDireito.

As a co-founder of Plantah Sustentability, a pioneering startup, we are set to revolutionize the ESG market through innovative technology and sustainable practices. For more information, please visit our website: https://plantah.com.

In my role as Co-founder of Mais que Direito, I am on a mission to democratize access to legal knowledge, empowering individuals to make informed decisions and promoting legal inclusion across diverse communities.

Additionally, I engage in public speaking, sharing valuable insights on intellectual property and innovation, thereby enhancing the understanding of compliance and legal ethics within the broader community

Renato Cirne

Trained as a Legal Technician in Brazil, with academic exchange experience at the University of Coimbra, Portugal. Currently pursuing studies in Compliance and Financial Crime, with a strong interest in risk management and regulatory frameworks. Experienced in contract review, contract drafting, and legal document analysis, with a detail-oriented and analytical approach. Passionate about applying legal expertise to ensure organizational compliance and support ethical business practices.

Helem Bastos

Senior Legal & Compliance Business Partner com mais de 13 anos de experiência em multinacionais, incluindo o setor
farmacêutico (pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical e MedTech), atuando em ambientes altamente regulados, com escopo nacional e
LATAM. Forte atuação em contratos complexos, programas de compliance, Legal Operations, privacy e interface com órgãos
reguladores, apoiando estratégias de acesso a mercado, licitações e decisões de negócio de alto impacto. Adicionalmente sou formada e habilitada em psicologia clinica

Samara Monteiro

In-house Legal Counsel with 11+ years of experience supporting technology and corporate businesses. Skilled in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial and technology agreements, compliance, and risk management. Experienced in labor advisory, corporate governance, internal policies, and dispute resolution, providing practical legal guidance that protects the company and supports business growth.

Maiara Delgado

Executive legal leader with 16+ years of experience leading legal strategy, governance and risk management for LATAM operations in complex, highly regulated multinational environments.
Recognized as a business partner to senior leadership, with strong expertise supporting Marketing, Product, Innovation, R&D and Procurement teams, translating complex legal matters into pragmatic, business-driven decisions.
Proven track record of executive decision-making, regional leadership and measurable impact, including BRL 3M in savings, 60% reduction in legal turnaround time through Legal Operations, and 150% growth in patent portfolio via IP governance.
Extensive experience working with global headquarters and cross-border teams across Europe, the U.S. and Asia, acting under global governance frameworks and participating in regional and global committees (Compliance, ESG, Innovation and Risk).
Fluent in English. Trusted advisor to executives. Strong leadership, governance mindset and LATAM regional perspective.

Maria Clara Nairismagi Alves

Legal & Compliance Manager with substantial experience in regulatory compliance, financial regulation, and contract negotiation, currently supporting LATAM operations. Qualified and acting as a DPO and Compliance Officer, with a focus on corporate law and payments, brings expertise in drafting, negotiating, and assessing risk for complex B2B agreements in Portuguese, English, and Spanish.

Equipped with over six years of leadership in legal advisory roles, including as Legal Manager, where compliance, cross-border payments, and regulatory matters were key focus areas. Strong advocate for compliance and regulatory alignment, with hands-on experience in adapting contracts to data protection law and collaborating with regulatory bodies. 

Key responsibilities and achievements

- Leads the Contracts and Regulatory division and provides legal support to the bank and its subsidiaries.  

- Drafts, negotiates and reviews a broad range of agreements, including correspondent banking, foreign exchange, securities, partnership, leasing, guarantee, derivative, loan, financing and investment contracts.  

- Develops and implements compliance programs and procedures addressing AML, KYC and data‑protection obligations, including reporting and record‑keeping.

- Designed and delivered training programs to enhance employee awareness of compliance, ethical conduct and fraud‑prevention measures.  

- Collaborates with IT and security teams to integrate privacy, cybersecurity and data‑protection standards into products and operations.  

- Monitors and ensures compliance with regulations, circulars and guidance issued by BACEN, CMN and CVM, and with industry standards promulgated by Febraban, Ancord and Abipag.  

- Implemented internal protocols to address requirements arising from Lei nº 14.790/23, Decreto nº 11.907/24, Portaria MF/SPA nº 722/24; Circular BACEN 3.978/20, No. 12.846/2013; Law No. 12.683/12; Law No. 9.613/98.

- Structures and provides legal support for new products and payment initiatives, including PIX, Open Finance and eFX.

BCB - Direct involvement in regulatory matters for financial institutions and payment institutions, including licensing, regulatory compliance, PIX, Open Finance, FX, and KYC/AML frameworks.

CVM - Ongoing interaction in capital markets, investment funds, private equity, and venture capital, focusing on regulatory obligations, corporate acts, and transaction structuring.

ANBIMA / FEBRABAN / ANCORD: Implementation and monitoring of self-regulatory rules and market best practices.

João Victor Junqueira Natale Macedo

I am a Senior Corporate Lawyer, with a postgraduate degree in Business Law, and solid experience in contracts, corporate law, corporate governance, and digital law, having worked with mid-sized and large national and multinational companies.

My practice is predominantly advisory and preventive, with a strong focus on risk mitigation, legal support to business areas, and aligning legal decisions with the company’s strategic objectives. I have extensive experience in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating domestic and international contracts, issuing legal opinions, structuring legal departments, implementing corporate governance practices, and interfacing with senior management.

Throughout my career, I have worked across diverse sectors, including technology, infrastructure, industry, and services, with involvement in post-closing M&A activities, ESG initiatives, compliance, data protection (LGPD), and the implementation of digital and Legal Operations solutions aimed at improving efficiency and organizing legal workflows.

I have a practical, collaborative, and results-driven profile, with clear communication skills, strong business acumen, and the ability to work cross-functionally with internal teams and external stakeholders.

📌 Areas of Expertise:
Contracts | Legal Advisory | Corporate Governance | Data Protection (LGPD) | Compliance | ESG | Digital Law | Corporate Law

DEISE MARIA MAURICIO FRANCO

I am an International Legal Counsel and DPO specializing in the intersection of Technology, Privacy, and Regulation. With a strong background in international M&A and complex B2B negotiations, I help global companies establish and scale their operations with legal excellence.


Ana Lacativa

As a legal expert, I provide legal advices and solutions across some areas. My focus is on compliance, contracts and another areas. The Brazilian legal system has some peculiarities like costumers law and labor law. My focus is defend businessperson and his business. Observation: I don't have experience in tax law.

PAULO VICTOR ALCHERA

Attorney with solid experience in Compliance, Risk Management, Contracts, Corporate Law, and Data Protection, working in both national and international corporate
environments. Experience as Legal Counsel in the United States, with a strong focus on contract negotiation and review, Legal Operations, legal process automation, and regulatory risk mitigation. Strategic background in anti-corruption compliance, LGPD and Data Privacy, including due diligence, corporate governance, and compliance training, with close collaboration with business, technology, and executive leadership teams.

Natalia Lima

Qualified Legal Counsel with solid experience in corporate and commercial law, specializing in contract management, contract drafting, and preventive legal advisory. Experienced in multinational environments, corporate structures, and business-oriented legal strategy, supporting negotiations, risk mitigation, compliance, and governance. Strong focus on delivering practical, efficient, and secure legal solutions aligned with business objectives.

REBECCA CATHARINA SOARES SANTOS

I am a Corporate and Tax Attorney with over 10 years of experience in legal planning, consulting, and management for large multinational corporations. My career is marked by work in highly complex sectors such as textiles, logistics, and retail. I focus on maximizing financial performance through tax optimization and the strategic recovery of tax credits.

My competencies also include managing and mitigating complex tax risks, ensuring full compliance in multinational environments. I prepare high-level executive reports for senior management, supporting strategic decisions that drive sustainable growth. I have also developed deep expertise in analyzing and negotiating hundreds of contracts, structuring their terms strategically.

I am driven by challenges that require innovative tax solutions and technical leadership, with the goal of transforming the legal department from a cost center into a strategic business partner. I am always open to new connections and discussions about how my expertise can add value to your next project or organization.

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