Ayres Ribeiro Advogados offers representation to clients in tax litigation at the administrative and judicial levels, and is also skilled at advising on non-contentious mandates, including due diligence and regulatory compliance. On the litigation front, the group frequently acts in matters related to infraction notices, regulations, and direct and indirect taxation issues. The team has a growing client base covering various sectors, including the mining, food and beverage, and automotive industries. Gilberto Ayres Moreira leads the tax practice and is recognised for his expertise in international tax matters. Tax litigation specialists Fernando Westin Marcondes Pereira and Victor Castro are noted for their experience in judicial and administrative proceedings. Another active member of the team is Marcelo Correa, who was promoted to partner in January 2024; he specialises in non-contentious tax issues, including tax planning.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘The team shows seriousness, responsibility, great professionalism, and above all a unique treatment with each client.’

  • ‘Capacity, knowledge, and availability explain each professional in the firm.’

  • ‘The availability and accessibility of the team is a big differentiator. There are numerous firms with good technical quality, but the service and availability of the Ayres Ribeiro team is unparalleled.’

  • ‘Gilberto Ayres and Victor Castro show impressive technical capacity.’

  • ‘I turn to Ayres Ribeiro Advogados for its vast experience in various subjects, the competence of the professionals who work there, and the availability and speed of services provided.’

  • ‘Gilberto Ayres, Victor Castro, and Marcelo Correa have high technical competence and are very attentive and quick in responding. Whenever necessary, they are flexible in scheduling meetings and clarifying doubts.’

Key clients

  • HCCOOP
  • ABC Transportes
  • Cervejaria Inconfidentes
  • Kardex Holding
  • L4b Logística
  • Lupin Group
  • VACCINAR Indústria e Comércio
  • Globalbev Bebidas e Alimentos
  • Fortaleza de Santa Teresinha Agricultura e Pecuária
  • Bem Brasil Alimentos
  • Companhia Industrial Cataguases
  • Celulose Nipo Brasileira
  • Rio Branco Alimentos
  • Faurecia Automotive Brasil
  • Sequoia Properties
  • Empresa 1
  • Localiza
  • Banco Yamaha
  • Tenco
  • Postos H7
  • INTERLÂNDIA
  • CRH Sudeste Indústria de Cimentos
  • Rima
  • Algar Telecom
  • Hypera
  • GP Investiments
  • Paresi Holding
  • Mene e Portella Publicidade
  • Forvia
  • Total Meio Ambiente

Work highlights

  • Assisting Cenibra with managing and complying with federal tax obligations related to rural property.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Gilberto Ayres

Other key lawyers

Fernando Westin Marcondes Pereira, Victor Castro, Marcelo Correa