Cescon Barrieu

Cescon Barrieu is well-regarded for its capabilities in compliance, internal investigations, and anti-corruption work, including complex litigation involving public authorities and international sanctions. The team is particularly active in designing robust anti-corruption and anti-money laundering programmes for multinational corporations and advising on compliance aspects of major corporate transactions. Co-head Luciano Inácio De Souza advises on high-profile investigations and compliance due diligence for M&A deals. Also at the helm of the practice, Felipe Magliarelli acts for domestic and foreign companies in criminal investigations and the structuring of compliance programmes. Victor Aversa is experienced in leniency negotiations and internal investigations into allegations of corruption, fraud, money laundering and harassment. The team was strengthened by the addition of Esther Flesch, who joined from Miguel Neto Advogados in August 2025.