Cescon Barrieu regularly assists clients in the tech space with the drafting and negotiation of technology transfers and other agreements involving software, computer cloud services, R&D and innovation, AI, NFTs and marketplaces. The team is also well versed in reviewing regulations and policies relating to information security, and handling due diligence, licensing and compliance matters. The technology practice is led by Tania Liberman, who brings together expertise in tech, IP and data protection, has recently advised clients on platform regulations and AI issues. Co-head Julia Pazos joined the firm in November 2023 from DSMA Azulay Advogados Associados, bringing a wealth of experience in tech contracts, digital law and IP assets – including patents and trade marks. Also at the helm of the practice is Thays Castaldi Gentil, who joined from Mattos Filho in May 2023.

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Testimonials

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  • 'The team has always provided us with high-quality assistance, proving capable of dealing with a versatility of complex legal matters to meet our demands. Since our first work with the team, we have been impressed by the firm's performance in dealing with complex IP issues in a timely manner. We have also found negotiations with the firm to be smooth and transparent, and we like how the team is led by several highly qualified women in the field.'
  • 'Julia Pazos excels in the field and has been a trusted legal adviser to our business, providing timely information and updates. Always responsive, diligent with deadlines and understanding the cases very well, Julia and the team always exceed our expectations. We also consider her to be an outstanding person in the field, capable of handling a versatility of complex legal matters for our business needs.'

Key clients

  • Avalara
  • General Shopping Brasil (Genshop)
  • CargoX Transportes/ Fretebras Internet e Serviços
  • Rabbot Serviços de Tecnologia
  • Instituto ISDB Flowtech
  • Rio Branco Alimentos
  • Atlas Copco Brasil
  • TC Traders Club
  • Volt Technologies
  • Brookfield Brasil
  • Instituto de Tecnologia e Inovação para a Transição Energética
  • Vade Secure
  • PFU America
  • Onyen
  • Aditek do Brasil
  • KLYM
  • Duracell Comercial e Importadora do Brasi
  • EDP – Energias do Brasil
  • XS5 Administradora de Consórcios
  • E-Bazar.com.br (Mercado Livre)

Work highlights

  • Advises Genshop and its affiliates on a daily basis on several matters involving technology, including the implementation of its platform.
  • Advised Avalara on the acquisition of Brazilian software companies and all related agreements, negotiations with clients, partners,  suppliers and employees.
  • Advising ITITE on the drafting and negotiation of several strategic agreements and the the implementation of its policy related to intellectual property development/innovation.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Tania Liberman, Julia Pazos, Thays Castaldi Gentil

Other key lawyers

Luísa Crosta