Veirano Advogados is praised for its ‘impeccable work partnership’ and ability to explain tax matters in ’a simple and easy way’. The firm is considered ‘a great partner in tax litigation’ where it ’takes an innovative stance’. On the contentious front, co-head Filipe Richter excels in administrative and judicial litigation, which is also an area of expertise for Raphael Roberto Caropreso, whose practice covers indirect and direct tax. With extensive experience in M&A, corporate reorganisations and transfer pricing, fellow co-leader Marco Monteiro is skilled in tax planning matters and administrative proceedings. Clients also rate Andre Carvalho, who is especially known for his oil and gas expertise. Bruno Habib Negreiros Barbosa is another lead name for tax consulting and planning. Since publication, Matheus Bertholo Piconez has joined the firm from BMA Advogados.

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Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

‘Veirano has been a great partner in tax litigation, in support and partnership. In the presentation of proposals, it has taken an innovative stance in the sense of closing opportunities, with the objective of serving the companies of the group.'
‘Filipe Richter is always available, seeking to assist us in decision-making and clarify doubts.'
‘Veirano was a pleasant surprise. The service was excellent. The fees are very competitive (cost/benefit).’
‘I highlight André Carvalho from the Rio de Janeiro office. In addition to his high technical level, the service is always friendly. In addition, on several occasions they made themselves available for very short-term calls with teams in Brazil and Germany.'
‘Veirano has an impeccable work partnership and is always very connected to the purpose of its clients. The tax area always brings important discussions that are explained in a simple and easy way for everyone to understand.’
‘Marco Monteiro and Raphael Caropreso stand out in serving companies, always offering compatible solutions for each business.’
‘Client dedication. Knows how to deliver business-oriented work and how to do risk assessment and help in decision-making.’
‘Excellent professional training and ease in interacting with clients. Always available and ready to help - Marco Monteiro, Bruno Habib, Raphael Caropeso are recommended.'

Key clients

Salus Participações
Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy
Perdue AgriBusiness
Grão de Gente
Salus Participações
Metha
Ufinet Brasil
Prometeon Tyres
Vero Internet
Sencinet Telecomunicações
SKY
Microsoft
Cobasi
Volvo
Flextronics
BT – British Telecom
Philip Morris
Sony Corporation
Banco Genial
Banco Santander
Oliveira Trust
BRF
Jaguar
Siemens Energy
VCI | Aramis

Work highlights

Assisted Aramis in the review of the company’s operation to obtain tax efficiency and mitigate the problems caused by the decision rendered by the Supreme Court which upheld the understanding that no ICMS is due on the transfer of goods between establishments belonging to the same company.
Advised BRF on the review of the tax issues associated with the modification of the depreciation method used by the company for corporate income tax purposes.
Advised Ingenico on three ICMS cases worth over R$300m.