Practice Areas

Specialized legal advisory services in Corporate Criminal Law and Compliance.

We assist our clients in Corporate Criminal Law and Compliance matters working in a comprehensive and integrated manner, with preventive, consultative, and litigation advisory services.

We provide our clients with differentiated service, combining high technical quality with time and resource optimization.

Corporate Criminal Law

The complexity of Corporate Criminal Law demands a legal partner who deeply understands the nuances and implications that criminal matters can have in the corporate environment.

We specialize in advising companies and their managers on complex and strategic matters, including:

Consultation

We offer consultation to prevent and mitigate potential criminal risks for companies and executives, advising Brazilian and foreign clients on various Corporate Criminal Law topics such as:

Tax crimes, financial crimes and capital market offenses, environmental crimes, crimes against public administration, fraud, cybercrimes, sexual harassment, among others.

 

Transnational Matters

With the globalization and digitalization of business, corporate operations often involve multiple jurisdictions, each with its own laws and regulations.

Our team of specialists has the necessary expertise and fluency to:

  • Provide consultation on criminal and administrative legislation for Brazilian and foreign clients.
  • Collaborate with lawyers from other jurisdictions for negotiations with authorities in various countries.

Litigation

Our litigation assistance focuses on providing high-level technical and strategic advice, considering the repercussions and impacts that other areas of law may have on the criminal field and vice versa.

We defend our clients' interests at all stages of the criminal process, including:

  • Representation in Police Investigations, Criminal Investigatory Procedures, and Criminal Proceedings.
  • Advising and representing victims throughout all stages of the criminal proceeding.
  • Assistance in the evaluation, negotiation, and execution of Criminal Agreements.

Our experience ranges from high-profile and complex operations like Operation “Lava Jato” and Operation Greenfield to confidential cases involving sensitive topics such as transnational corporate disputes and sexual harassment.

Corporate Investigations

Corporate investigations are a fundamental pillar in the risk management and protection strategy of any modern company.

We understand the importance of meticulous and discreet approaches to investigate and resolve internal issues that may impact an organization's integrity and reputation.

Our knowledge and experience in compliance and corporate criminal law contribute to a highly qualified team capable of coordinating, conducting, or participating in Brazilian or transnational corporate investigations, regardless of their complexity.

Our professionals have the experience and expertise to advise and compose Independent Committees supervising corporate investigations and act as independent advisors on Compliance Committees.

Why are they necessary?

In an increasingly regulated business environment under constant public and authority scrutiny, companies face various challenges, from allegations of internal misconduct to suspicions of fraud or violations of laws and regulations. Corporate investigations are essential to:

  • Identify and resolve internal issues before they become public or escalate into larger crises.
  • Comply with legal and regulatory obligations, avoiding penalties, fines, or damage to image and reputation.
  • Maintain and promote a culture of transparency and integrity within the organization.

Services Offered

  • Fraud Investigations
  • Corruption and general public administration misconducts investigations
  • Moral and sexual harassment investigations
  • Integrity Due Diligence:
    Detailed integrity assessments to identify potential risks associated with third parties, mergers, acquisitions, and strategic partnerships.
  • Training and Development:
    We offer customized training programs for internal teams to improve their capacity to identify and manage operational and legal risks.

Commitment to Excellence

Our commitment is to provide corporate investigations that, in addition to solving current problems, also promote a culture of integrity and compliance, ensuring the long-term sustainability and success of our clients.

Compliance and Corporate Governance

Our compliance and corporate governance advisory services are designed to ensure that your company not only meets legal requirements but is also prepared to lead with ethics and responsibility.

Our team of specialists possesses the expertise to prevent, detect, and respond to any challenge that may impact our clients' reputation and operations through the following services:

  • Development and review of compliance programs;
  • Preparation and conduction of specialized training;
  • Advisory on the implementation, administration, and monitoring of whistleblower channels;
  • Development of risk matrices for evaluating internal controls, policies, and procedures;
  • Advice to corporate management bodies on best governance practices.

Crisis Management

Our team is prepared to act swiftly in crisis situations, ensuring that appropriate measures are taken strategically and timely to protect all involved stakeholders.

The most various industries and sector may face severe challenges arising from crises triggered by catastrophic events, significant government investigations, product recalls, security breaches, or alleged compliance or governance failures.

We work in an integrated and collaborative multidisciplinary manner with domestic and foreign communication advisors and technology experts, aiming to coordinate strategic procedures to reduce legal, financial, and reputational impacts on the client.

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With our legal expertise, we can help resolve critical issues essential to your company's success.