Paulo Penalva Santos
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2015 About Paulo Penalva Santos
Paulo Penalva Santos is a lawyer based in Rio de Janeiro, BR and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in Brazil™ since 2015. Paulo Penalva Santos is recognized in the following practice area:
- Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
- Insolvency and Reorganization Law
Current Firm: Rosman, Penalva, Souza Leão, Franco e Advogados
Location: Rio de Janeiro, BR
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