The Brasilia-based team at BFBM – Barroso Fontelles, Barcellos, Mendonça & Associados has substantial experience in proceedings before the Federal Supreme Court, the Superior Court of Justice, the Labour Superior Court, and the Federal General Accounting Office. With an expanding client roster, the group specialises in the banking and finance, telecoms, and technology sectors. Co-leading the practice are Eduardo Mendonça and Felipe Monnerat Solon De Pontes: Mendonça is recognised for his interdisciplinary background, incorporating constitutional, administrative, regulatory, and economic law, all of which make him adept at handling regulatory matters related to technologies before the superior courts; Pontes also has a broad scope of expertise including constitutional, regulatory, labour, and consumer law, although he specialises in telecoms cases related to regulatory restrictions and consumer rights. Leading the banking and consumer law team is Rafael Barroso Fontelles, who concentrates his practice on litigation involving the banking sector. An expert in civil and administrative court, Ana Paula de Barcellos is also noted for her aptitude in arbitration and transactional matters.

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‘A firm with differentiated operations and serious, ethical professionals. It stands out for its responsible and diligent actions. They are extremely committed.’
‘Felipe Monnerat is notable for his extensive knowledge, ethics, and availability.’
‘The BFBM firm stands out compared to others with a highly knowledgeable legal team which always provides a complete report on our processes.’
‘The team are proactive and always open to discussions on topics to reach a common denominator that takes the company's interests in the right direction.’
‘Felipe Monnerat is always involved in our needs, bringing his vast experience and always being present in discussions of more complex and relevant topics to the company. He adds great value and is always open to new ideas that we implement.’
‘I would say that it is an extremely reliable firm, with an excellent reputation and complete transparency.’
‘The team is always diligent, very prepared and readily available. The team is always willing to listen to different opinions and incorporate them into cases.’