MJ Alves Burle e Viana Advogados

MJ Alves Burle e Viana Advogados‘ government relations practice represents clients before a wide range of public bodies, including the Federal Superior Courts, the Federal Auditing Court, supervising and controlling governmental entities, and the legislative branch. With a strong presence in a wide range of sectors, the team is noted for its proactive role in challenging the Brazilian regulatory framework by proposing significant legal amendments. The practice is co-headed by Marcos Joaquim Gonçalves Alves, who has extensive experience in Supreme Court and Superior Court of Justice matters concerning tax and administrative law; Fernanda Burle, singled out for her expertise in corporate, international trade and advocacy work; Alan Flores Viana, who is skilled in negotiations and settlement agreements before public agencies to reduce the time of judicial discussions and provide legal security; and Adriana Rocha Abrão, who specialises in public law matters in the district and federal spheres. Government relations specialist Ana Carolina Georges e Castro was promoted to partner in March 2025.