Bringing together expertise in compliance, white-collar crime and public law, Lefosse Advogados is well positioned to advise Brazilian and international companies in merger control and conduct cases. Co-leader Juliana Daniel specialises in anti-competitive conduct investigations, with a special emphasis on cartels and collusive practices. Also noted, associate Marília Avila is experienced in cross-border mergers and in the structuring of compliance programmes. The group was strengthened by the arrival of renowned competition partners Paola Pugliese and Milena Mundim from Demarest Advogados in April 2023. Isabela Martins joined from FCAR Advogados in July 2022, while Paula Baqueiro and Diego Matos arrived from CADE in summer 2022. Since publication, José Carlos Berardo has left the firm.

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Testimonials

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'We worked with Lefosse regarding a merger filing in Brazil for a global deal. I was impressed by the team's work, responsiveness and quality of advice. Clearance was obtained early, communication was always smooth and efficient. The client was ultimately very pleased with the outcome in Brazil. They are now my go-to firm for Brazil-related work.'

Key clients

CTG Brasil
Ardian France
Gol Linhas Aéreas
Duratex
Vitru
Vibra Energia
Serasa
Telefônica Brasil
Elfa
Itaú Unibanco
BTG Pactual
Bunge
Bracell (RGE)
Eneva
OceanPact

Work highlights

Advised Vitru on its business combination with CESUMAR – Centro de Ensino Superior de Maringá.
Advised Totvs and Itaú Unibanco on the competition aspects of forming a joint venture.
Advised Vibra Energia on the competition aspects of forming a joint venture with Copersucar.