The Brasília-based tax team at Veirano Advogados showcases notable strength in contentious matters, particularly cases before the Supreme Federal Court (STF) and administrative proceedings before the Administrative Council of Tax Appeals (CARF). The group, which often collaborates with the São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro and Porto Alegre offices, is also engaged by domestic and international companies in tax consultancy mandates. Marcelo Reinecken is counsel of choice for several clients from the telecoms, tobacco, pharmaceutical, IT and agribusiness sectors. Associates Rafael De Paula Gomes and Renata Joner focus on tax and customs litigation before judicial and administrative courts.

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  • ‘A law firm of excellence. Acts as a business partner and not just as lawyers and consultants. They are always guiding us and pointing out safe and reliable directions so that we can achieve our goals. They are always willing to assist us and have quick and accurate responses.’ 
  • ‘Rafael De Paula Gomes stands out for his knowledge and experience, helping us a lot in administrative and judicial litigation.’

Key clients

  • Autotrac Comércio e Telecomunicações
  • Philip Morris
  • Band – Rádio e Televisão Bandeirantes
  • Albaugh Brasil
  • Olam Agrícola
  • ANEAA
  • Tivit
  • Tecnologia Bancária
  • Vale
  • Santos Brasil Participações

Work highlights

  • Retained by Philip Morris to question the charge of ICMS on the transportation of cargo that was stolen after leaving the taxpayer's establishment.
  • Represented Sencinet Brasil Serviços de Telecomunicações in both administrative and judicial litigation regarding VAT over telecoms and related services provided to key private and governmental entities.
  • Represented Tecnologia Bancária in seeking the prevention of the collection of service tax (ISS) over the company's data management activities.

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Marcelo Reinecken