The premier destination in brazil for legal support in the entertainment and media spaces, CQS/FV – Cesnik, Quintino, Salinas, Fittipaldi e Valerio Advogados offers advice on the full array of sector-related matters, spanning audiovisual production and distribution services, music, gaming, content creation and streaming. The team advises not only on complex regulatory issues, but also showcases strength in commercial agreements, as well as IP, tax and contentious matters. The firm boasts an impressive client roster, consisting of major multinational and international production and streaming services, music labels and publishers, live event groups, technology and gaming companies. A leading authority in the sector, Fábio Cesnik advises on a wide range of media and entertainment issues. Rodrigo Salinas is a key contact for media and content companies seeking advice on IP, contractual issues and litigation. José Maurício Fittipaldi is the name to note for regulatory mandates. The three aforementioned practitioners oversee the practice with Ygor Valerio and Felipe Senna. Lucas Morado often advises on the acquisition of broadcasting rights and international licensing, while Rodrigo Chacon focuses on audiovisual issues.
Testimonials
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- 'Proximity to the client, explanation with uncomplicated language, excellent listeners. They are attuned to and follow trends and new market aspirations.'
- 'Rodrigo Salinas - knowledgeable, excellent listener, uncomplicated language. Lucas Morado - good ideas, sharp, a great duo with Salinas, very attentive, uncomplicated language, focused. Rodrigo Chacon - excellent, knowledgeable, uncomplicated language, attentive, team spirit, focused.'
Key clients
- BBC
- Endemol Shine Brasil
Work highlights
- Advised the BBC on all legal and regulatory provisions and restrictions applicable to its operations in Brazil (both content production and pay-tv programming).
- Advised Endemol Shine Brazil on the implementation of its newly inaugurated production facilities in the city of Guarulhos.