Specialising in tax matters regarding the Manaus Free Trade Zone, Andrade GC Advogados’ expertise extends to civil, contractual, consumer, real estate, criminal, and labour law. The firm, which has amassed an impressive client base consisting of companies from an array of industry sectors including technology, healthcare services, and retail, is capable of handling cases ranging from tax disputes, to property rights, and civil investigations. Germano Costa Andrade, Armando Cláudio Dias Dos Santos Júnior, Carolina Ribeiro Botelho, and Keyth Yara Pontes Pina co-lead the group and bring extensive experience to the team. Founder Andrade advises on contracts, succession planning, environmental regulatory issues, and tax matters. Santos Júnior is adept in labour, employment, and social security law, while Botelho is an expert in corporate matters, often acting for clients from the real estate and retail sectors. Co-lead Pina is an asset to the team for her deep knowledge of public, tax and administrative law, including litigation and advisory matters. Victor Bastos da Costa is another notable name in the firm and concentrates on strategic litigation and tax consulting.
Leading firms in Brazil
Andrade GC Advogados
Responsables de la pratique:
Germano Costa Andrade; Armando Cláudio Dias dos Santos Júnior; Carolina Ribeiro Botelho; Keyth Yara Pontes Pina
Autres avocats clés:
Victor Bastos da Costa
Les références
‘Technical and corporate ability to understand the client’s processes and assertively accommodate the demands of the corporation’s interest.’
‘Germano Costa Andrade shows assertiveness and objectivity in presenting a legal solution.’
‘Carolina Ribeiro Botelho exemplifies operability with simplicity in dealing with legal demands and resolution.’
Principaux clients
Grupo Samsung
Grupo Capital
Direcional Engenharia
BIC Amazônia
Japurá Pneus
Parente Andrade
Sociedade de Clínica Médica do Amazonas
Instituto de Desenvolvimento Tecnológico
Sony do Brasil
Denso Industrial da Amazônia
Brandao Ozores Advogados
Brandao Ozores Advogados has an expansive offering which covers litigation and advisory services related to tax, public, administrative, labour and employment law. The team has extensive experience representing companies in tax disputes and assessments, credit recovery, contractual disputes and M&A transactions. The firm’s breadth and ability to handle high-value cases has established it as a port of call for an impressive client roster consisting of businesses from a variety of industries, including technology, retail, and construction. Luiz Felipe Brandão Ozores and Fábio Silva Andrade co-head the group alongside Fernanda de Andrade Rebouças Machado and Rennalt Lessa de Freitas. Founding partner Ozores is highly regarded for his expertise in tax, although he is also adept in corporate law and commercial disputes. Administrative law specialist Andrade concentrates on government acquisition processes and state contracts, while Machado leads the tax and customs practice, frequently engaging in tax planning, compliance matters, and tax issues concerning the Manaus Free Trade Zone.
Responsables de la pratique:
Luís Felipe Brandão Ozores; Fábio Silva Andrade; Fernanda de Andrade Rebouças Machado; Rennalt Lessa de Freitas
Les références
‘We have worked with Brandão Ozores Advogados for 5 years, and have always received very good service. All requests were responded to within the deadline, and often even earlier. Committed and qualified professionals in their area of expertise. Ozores is always renewing the way they work.’
‘The firm has a profile of excellence.’
Principaux clients
Distribuidora Equador de Produtos de Petroleo
Petro Energia Industria e Comercio
KL
Conipa Indústria e Comércio de Presentes, Metais e Artigos de Decoração
Tellerina Comércio de Presentes e Artigos para Decoração
Samsung Eletrônica da Amazonia
Bemol
Supermercados DB
Recofarma
Empresa de Plástico da Amazônia
Copag da Amazonia
Carboxi
RZD Distribuidora de Derivados de Petróleo
Rico Táxi Aéreo
Amazongás Distribuidora de Gás Liquefeito de Petroleo
Sociedade Fogás
BIC Amazonia
Construtora Soma
Samel Serviços de Assistência Médico-Hospitalar
Info Store Computadores da Amazonia
MDC Indústria de Conteineres Inteligentes
Amazon Sand Indústria e Comércio de Areia de Fundição
Empresa de Revitalização do Porto de Manaus
Iin Tecnologias
Pneu Forte
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Bemol on matters related to the Manaus Free Trade Zone.
- Assisted Dunorte Distribuidora de Produtos de Consumo with ICMS matters.
- Assisted Chibatão Navegação e Comercio with PIS and COFINS matters.
Alecrim & Costa Advogados
With expertise in M&A, tax, litigation, and employment law, Alecrim & Costa Advogados is equipped to handle a range of matters, such as tax disputes, administrative misconduct claims, and real estate transactions. The firm’s broad service offering continues to attract new clients from various sectors, including retail, telecoms, and construction. Co-leading the ‘extremely competent and committed‘ practice are tax specialists Paulo Ricardo Alecrim and Daniel dos Santos Costa. Both Alecrim and Costa have deep experience in defending the interests of large companies and advising clients on investments within the Manaus Free Trade Zone. Other notable names in the firm include associates Bernadete Corrêa Souza Montefusco, who concentrates on labour matters, and Douglas Ferreira da Costa, who focuses on tax and arbitration.
Responsables de la pratique:
Paulo Ricardo Alecrim; Daniel dos Santos Costa
Autres avocats clés:
Bernadete Corrêa Souza Montefusco; Douglas Ferreira da Costa
Les références
‘The Alecrim & Costa firm is an example of excellence in legal services. Its team demonstrates competence and agility in solving problems, with a clear focus on the client. In addition to in-depth legal knowledge, the professionals are also skilled in business management, offering sophisticated solutions aligned with business practices. This combination results in notable results for its clients.’
‘Paulo Ricardo Alecrim is an admirable professional with extensive experience in tax law and the intricate tax incentives of the Manaus Free Trade Zone and free trade areas. His expertise is not limited to legal knowledge, but extends to practical business understanding. This combination makes him an essential lawyer for complex and strategic transactions.’
‘Paulo’s dedication to finding creative solutions aligned with clients’ interests is remarkable, making him a prominent figure in the legal field.’
Principaux clients
J. Nasser Engenharia
Cairu PMA Componentes para Bicicletas
Construtora Soberana
Nortebag Indústria de Embalagens
Magnum Indústria da Amazônia
Friovix Comércio de Refrigeração
Indústrias Reunidas Vitória Régia
Inspetoria Salesiana Missionária da Amazônia
ACB Locadora de Veículos
Fábrica de Eventos
Rubberon Indústria e Comércio, Importação e Exportação
Supermercados Rodrigues
Principaux dossiers
- Representing Rubberon in a writ of mandamus filed seeking judicial authorisation for the company to calculate PIS/COFINS-importation credits on the acquisition of raw materials, intermediate products, and packaging materials from GATT signatory countries.
- Representing Magnum in a lawsuit which seeks to secure the company’s right to calculate and record IPI credits on the acquisition of raw materials, intermediate products, and packaging materials from the Manaus Free Trade Zone under the exemption regime, in light of the expansive understanding of the Supreme Federal Court.
- Assisted A.C.B. with the implementation of its integrity programme.
Law firm of DD&L Advogados Associados
Law firm of DD&L Advogados Associados offers tax, environmental, civil, corporate, M&A, and labour law services to an impressive client base made up of companies from various industries, including retail, electronics, and construction. Noted for its 'high level of knowledge of regional regulations', the group has extensive experience in tax exemptions, business transactions, and employment disputes, as well as matters concerning the Manaus Free Trade Zone. Co-leading the group are tax specialist Adriana Rother, Priscilla Rosas, who focuses on labour matters, Marcela Melo, who leads on corporate mandates, and civil law expert Rayane Lins.
Responsables de la pratique:
Adriana Rother; Priscilla Rosas; Marcela Melo; Rayane Lins
Les références
‘DD&L is one of the most complete law firms in Manaus, serving the various legal specialities with quality that exceeds expectations. Each request is followed up with feedback on a monthly basis, including suggestions for improving internal processes.’
‘Priscilla Rosas is always well informed and has an excellent success rate. Marcela Melo is always attentive to the demands of her portfolio, with the best opinions and recommendations.’
‘DD&L has a specialised and benchmark service in Manaus. The lawyers are attentive and have a high level of knowledge of regional regulations, while at the same time acting in a collaborative manner, always working for the best result for the company.’
Principaux clients
Manaus Ambiental
Bemol
Samel Plano de Saúde
Ceras Johnson
Importadora TV Lar
Yamaha Motor da Amazônia
Moto Honda da Amazônia
Technicolor Brasil Mídia e Entretenimento
Salcomp Industrial Eletrônica da Amazônia
Kawasaki Motores do Brasil
Armor Brasil Indústria e Comércio de Fitas para Impressão
UCB Indústria de Componentes Eletrônicos e Informática
TCL Semp Indústria e Comércio de Eletroeletrônicos
3M Manaus Indústria de Produtos Químicos
Whirlpool
Super Trans Transportes Logística e Serviços
Microservice Tecnologia Digital da Amazônia
Panasonic do Brasil
Solutions 2 GO do Brasil Indústria, Comércio e Distribuição
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Inventus Power Electronics on a labour lawsuit in which the employee wanted to be reinstated claiming discriminatory dismissal due to COVID-19.
- Advised Whirlpool on a merger.
Siqueira Castro – Advogados
Siqueira Castro – Advogados’ national reach makes it equipped to handle a variety of complex matters pertaining to labour, regulatory, and tax law. The firm represents clients from a range of industries, including but not limited to banking, energy, and construction. Cassio Chaves Cunha and Gustavo Gonçalves Gomes co-head the practice and bring a slew of expertise to the team – Cunha is adept in civil, banking, and contractual mandates, while Gomes specialises in litigation, consumer relations and environmental law. Another key name in the group is associate Claudia Krauskopf, who handles a mix of on civil, contractual, and environmental issues, alongside litigation and consumer relations matters.
Responsables de la pratique:
Cassio Chaves Cunha; Gustavo Gonçalves Gomes
Autres avocats clés:
Claudia Krauskopf
Les références
‘The firm stands out for the technical quality of lawyers, its national reach, and the direct involvement of partners.’
Principaux clients
Toyota do Brasil
Banco BMG
Banco Santander
HDL da Amazônia Indústria Eletrônica
Construções e Comércio Camargo Correa
Biotargeting Representações e Comércio de Produtos para Saúde
TIM
ESMALTEC
Principaux dossiers
- Represents Banco BMG in lawsuits in Manaus.
- Advised Biotargeting on administrative, compliance, and regulatory matters.
- Representing Toyota do Brasil in several legal proceedings related to consumer law.
Almeida Prado, Marx Tesser & Flor Advogados (AMTF Advogados)
Specialising in tax law, Almeida Prado, Marx Tesser & Flor Advogados (AMTF Advogados) is recognised in the Manaus market for acting in tax recovery matters, tax liability reductions, and defending clients in cases related to direct and indirect taxes, covering the municipal, state, and federal spheres. Pedro Neves Marx specialises in corporate tax issues, while Marlon Flôr has expertise in tax procedural law. Lourenço Almeida Prado is noted for his knowledge of contract rights and Fernanda Prado handles contracts, real estate and family business matters. The aforementioned practitioners lead the group with Marck Moutinho and Paulo Tesser.
Responsables de la pratique:
Pedro Neves Marx; Marck Moutinho; Paulo Tesser; Marlon Flôr; Lourenço Almeida Prado; Fernanda Prado
Principaux clients
Oliveira Energia Geração e Serviços
Norte Tech Serviços em Energia
Rufino Comércio de Alimentos
Cocil Construções Civis e Industriais
Gbr Componentes da Amazônia
Sv Instalações
Rymo – Imagem e Produtos Gráficos da Amazônia
Industria de Transformadores Amazonas
Mir Importação e Exportação
Amazonas Energia
Madeforming Industrial de Plásticos
Drogaria Bom Preço
Amazongas Distrib. de Gás Liquef de Petróleo
Hospital Check Up
Amazon Aço Comércio de Ferro
Roraima Energia
Pelmex da Amazônia
Fermazon Comércio de Ferro
Italux
Grupo Entec Guindastes e Equipamentos
Principaux dossiers
Nelson Wilians Advogados
Nelson Wilians Advogados’ Manaus branch is widely recognised for its aptitude in tax law and has deep experience representing clients in tax suspensions, tax credit disputes, and actions for obligations to perform. The firm is also adept in labour matters, engaging in compensation claims, ordinary and damages actions. The group predominantly represents clients from the automotive, manufacturing, oil and gas, financial, and electronics sectors. Claudine Basilio Klenke, who leads the Manaus office, is recognised for her expertise in civil litigation and tax law.
Responsables de la pratique:
Claudine Basilio Klenke
Principaux clients
Sindicato dos Concessionários e Distribuidores de Veículos do Estado do Amazonas
Bic da Amazônia
Flex Industries
Ipiranga Produtos de Petróleo
Sindicato dos Peritos Oficiais do Estado do Amazonas
Technicolor Brasil Mídia e Entretenimento
Federação das Indústrias do Amazonas
Agência de Fomento do Estado do Amazonas
Grupo Simões
Mitsuba do Brasil
Principaux dossiers
Portela, Lima, Lobato & Colen Advogados
Portela, Lima, Lobato & Colen Advogados, noted for its ‘commitment and dedication,’ boasts expertise in corporate and M&A, regulatory law, and dispute resolution, to name a few areas. The firm is a popular destination for clients from the construction and real estate sectors, and its roster continues to expand. In Manaus, Lidiane Batista concentrates on real estate, commercial, contractual, and consumer matters regarding shopping malls.
Autres avocats clés:
Lidiane Batista
Les références
‘The firm stands out for its speed in service and responses, commitment, and dedication in all processes.’
‘All employees work with great responsibility and are assertive in judging cases.’
Principaux clients
AD Shopping Agência de Desenvolvimento de Shopping Centers
Flex Importação, Exportação, Indústria e Comércio de Máquinas e Motores
Unipar Construtora
Engeco Engenharia e Construções
HTS Administradora de Hotéis
Rádio e Televisão Rio Negro
Supermercados DB
Millennnium Shopping
Sumaúma Park Shopping
Manauara Shopping
Inova III Flex Fundo de Investimento em Participações Empresas Emergentes
Orla 92 Mall
Shopping Grande Circular
Manaus Plaza Shopping
Academia New Fit
Origem Locator de Motos
Morar Mais Empreendimentos Imobiliários
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Origem Locadora de Motos on a project to reformulate its contract base and develop its business in other Brazilian regions and in Latin America.
- Advised Construtora Unipar on a real estate project.
- Advised Fundo de Investimento em Inova III Flex on an M&A transaction.