BMA Advogados
The data privacy and cybersecurity practice at BMA Advogados is skilled in responding to adverse scenarios and managing security and cyberattack crises, including ransomware cases. In addition to its crisis management and litigation capabilities, the 'team of highly qualified professionals' is also regarded for its experience in data compliance projects and data transfers. 'Well-known for his knowledge of privacy', Felipe Palhares is the main reference in the team for domestic and international clients seeking advice on the processing of personal data, new product launches, interactions with regulators and data breaches. Bárbara de Oliveira Iszlaji and Fernanda Villela Viana are also active in the practice.
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‘The firm has a team of highly qualified professionals who showcase their legal knowledge through the publication of articles and books. They have in-depth and up-to-date knowledge of relevant topics, and their practical application to the clients' day-to-day activities is a differentiator.’
‘Felipe Palhares is well-known for his knowledge of privacy. His opinions are well-founded and are of great use to us practically.’
‘Great work and team, Felipe Palhares produces particularly good work.’
‘The team at BMA is impeccable. From a technical point of view, I believe that nobody is better than Felipe Palhares. I always consult BMA for more sensitive and strategic issues.’
‘Felipe Palhares stands out for his knowledge of privacy, data protection and cybersecurity. Felipe is the only person who has obtained all the certifications from the IAPP (International Association of Privacy Professionals) - the largest privacy and data protection organisation in the world - which attests to his technical capacity in dealing with Brazilian law and good foreign practices. This has been especially valuable to us since we have been expanding internationally. Felipe also responds quickly and is very attentive.’
Key clients
- Launch Pad Tecnologia (Hotmart)
- Quinto Andar
- Multiplan
- CBMM (Companhia Brasileira de Metalurgia e Mineração)
- Seadrill
- Luigi Lavazza Spa
- Saneamento Ambiental Águas do Brasil
- SITA do Brasil
- Braskem
- CSM (Companhia Siderúrgica Nacional)
Work highlights
- Assisting Hotmart in the drafting and review of data protection documents and policies.
- Assisting Quinto Andar in the definition of a strategy for its global expansion, including data protection challenges and privacy issues.
- Assisting Multiplan and the shopping centers it manages with its data protection issues.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Felipe Palhares