Machado Meyer Sendacz e Opice Advogados

At Machado Meyer Sendacz e Opice Advogados, the labour group is noted for its 'strategic business vision' and 'ability to understand sensitive issues and propose practical solutions’ in the context of contentious and non-contentious employment matters. Domestic and multinational companies from the worlds of retail, consumer goods, banking, life sciences, technology, energy, construction and education regularly seek assistance in crisis management, employment contracts, union negotiations and collective bargaining. On the litigation front, the team is active in administrative and judicial proceedings, including cases concerning modern slavery, health and safety in the workplace, and class actions. Caroline Marchi takes the lead on the structuring of defence strategies in lawsuits and trade union matters. Litigation involving senior executives and compensation structures is a key area of expertise for Andrea Giamondo Massei Rossi. Rodrigo Seizo Takano and Daniel Alves dos Santos are active in negotiations with labour unions and Brazilian authorities, while Daniel Dias is often engaged in contentious matters involving executives, expatriates and trade unions. Key names to note at the associate level include Murilo Caldeira Germiniani, who focuses on hiring and termination mandates, litigation specialists Claudio Pieroni and Luiz Antonio Franco, and Marcella Cruz, who stands out for her experience in internal investigations and compliance.