Best Lawyers in Brazil for Tax Law
Roberto Duque Estrada Practice Area Tax law with emphasis on tax litigation, income tax (corporate and individual) and international taxation, dealing with matters related to corporate restructuring, domestic and international tax planning and with high net worth individuals. Career Roberto Duque Estrada is a founding partner at Brigagão, Duque Estrada – Advogados. He started his carrer as an associate lawyer, working with Professor Alberto Xavier, first at Castro Barros Sobral &...
José Gustavo Braga is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Tax Law. José Gustavo practices law in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Best Lawyers has recognized José Gustavo Braga since 2014. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which José Gustavo Braga is held by other lawyers.
Rafael Fiuza Casses is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Litigation and Tax Law. Rafael Fiuza practices law in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Best Lawyers has recognized Rafael Fiuza Casses since 2024. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Rafael Fiuza Casses is held by other lawyers.
Alberto Medeiros is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Tax Law. Alberto practices law in Brasília, Brazil Best Lawyers has recognized Alberto Medeiros since 2020. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Alberto Medeiros is held by other lawyers.
Rafhael Frattari is a partner of Vilas Boas, Lopes e Frattari Advogados with more than 20 years of experience in Tax Law. He has acted in the litigation of several companies, especially in the steel, mining, and energy sectors. He currently is ahead of VLF’s tax teams in all operations, including Business Restructuring and M&A operations. Frattari was graduated from Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais (1998) and holds a master’s degree (2003) and a Doctorate (2008) from the s...
Eduardo Amirabile de Melo is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Tax Law. Eduardo Amirabile practices law in São Paulo, Brazil Best Lawyers has recognized Eduardo Amirabile de Melo since 2024. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Eduardo Amirabile de Melo is held by other lawyers.
Bachelor degree in law at University UniCEUB, Brasília, 2019. Lato Sensu Post Graduated in “Law - Procedural Practice in Courts”, at University UniCEUB, Brasília, 2020-2021. Mastering in 'Constitutuional Law' at the Instituto Brasiliense de Direito Público – IDP, Brasília, since 2023. Member of the Tax Study, Research and Analysis Group at the Centro Universitário de Brasília – UniCEUB. Member of the Commission of the OAB/DF. M...
Daniel Corrêa Szelbracikowski is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Litigation and Tax Law. Daniel Corrêa practices law in Brasília, Brazil Best Lawyers has recognized Daniel Corrêa Szelbracikowski since 2022. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Daniel Corrêa Szelbracikowski is held by other lawyers.
Specializing in Tax Litigation, Daniel has been handling judicial and administrative litigation in matters of federal, state and municipal taxes, including advising on cases before the Federal Supreme Court, presenting oral arguments before the Full Session of the Court, the Superior Court of Justice, and the 1st and 2nd panels of the Court. He also presents oral arguments before the Administrative Council of Tax Appeals (CARF) and before panels of the High Court of Tax Appeals. Maya conducts...
Carolina Barcellos is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Tax Law. Carolina practices law in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Best Lawyers has recognized Carolina Barcellos since 2026. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Carolina Barcellos is held by other lawyers.
Legal professional specializing in Tax Consultancy in São Paulo, Luiz Felipe Menedin is an integral member of the Tax Consultancy team. With a solid academic background, Menedin is an expert in National and International Tax Law, having completed two specialization programs at the Brazilian Institute of Tax Law (IBDT). In addition to his academic achievements, he actively participates in the Special Committees on Tax Law and Social Security Law at OAB/SP. Menedin brings valuable expert...
Lawyer specializing in Tax Consulting in Belo Horizonte, Henrique Belisário brings extensive experience in tax consulting, fiscal reviews, and credit assessments. As a member of the Tax Consulting team, Belisário is recognized for his proficiency in tax efficiency projects and structuring business operations in Brazil and abroad. Holding a degree in Law from UFMG and currently pursuing a degree in Accounting at PUC MG, Belisário is a valuable asset in the field of tax adv...
Coordinator of the Tax Consultancy team in Belo Horizonte, Marcelo Correa is a legal professional with a wealth of experience in administrative and judicial tax disputes. Recognized as a Coordinator of the Tax Consultancy team, Correa has played a pivotal role in assisting companies, both national and multinational, in matters related to tax disputes, due diligence, and participation in amnesty and installment programs. His academic achievements include a degree in Law and Accountability from...
Tax Consultant in São Paulo, Aleksandros Markopoulou brings valuable expertise to the Tax Advisory team. Focused on aiding national and multinational companies in tax planning, M&A operations, tax compliance, and due diligence, Markopoulou holds an MBA in Tax Management, a postgraduate degree in Tax Law, and a postgraduate degree in Corporate Income Tax. Additionally, he serves as an Assistant Professor of Tax Law at the Pontifical Catholic University of São Paulo (PUC-SP) a...
Henrique Coimbra is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Tax Law. Henrique practices law in Belo Horizonte, Brazil Best Lawyers has recognized Henrique Coimbra since 2026. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Henrique Coimbra is held by other lawyers.
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