Drawing on its full-service structure and multidisciplinary expertise, Mattos Filho is well equipped to assist in all manner of media and entertainment matters, including tax, contracts, regulatory issues and litigation. With strong credentials in sports-related mandates, the team demonstrates proficiency in negotiating, drafting, and finalising sponsorship, trade mark, and licensing agreements for sporting events. An array of notable Brazilian and international media players - including TV broadcasters - also turn to the group for advice on advertising, copyrights and sponsorships. Lisa Worcman handles regulatory and tax-related issues pertaining to the media and entertainment sectors. Luiz Felipe Di Sessa, who joined from Cescon Barrieu in March 2022, specialises in non-contentious technology and IP mandates, regularly assisting clients in the drafting of IP agreements. Fabio Ferreira Kujawski, who brings over two decades' experience in technology, IP, media and entertainment matters, focuses on transactions, regulatory compliance, and contractual issues.

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Key clients

  • Google
  • Meta
  • Netflix
  • TIDAL
  • PlayAGS
  • Flutter Entertainment
  • Spotify
  • Electronic Arts
  • Samsung
  • Roku
  • Porta Dos Fundos Produtora E Distribuidora
  • Deezer
  • YDUQS
  • NBC Universal
  • Multiplan
  • Paramount
  • Square Enix
  • Naspers | Playkids
  • GungHo Online Entertainment
  • Oktagon Desenvolvimento de Jogos Eletrônicos
  • Hurst Capital
  • Riza Asset Management

Work highlights

  • Assisting Flutter Entertainment Group in the review of sponsorship agreements and terms and conditions.
  • Assisting Netflix in several legal matters involving Brazilian laws and regulations.
  • Advising Samsung on the launch of “Real Money Games” in Samsung’s Galaxy Store to Brazilian users.

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Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.