With considerable expertise in federal, state, and municipal taxes, Souto Correa Advogados offers comprehensive tax consultancy and litigation services to a diverse client base featuring names from the energy, oil and gas, industrial and services sectors. The group is frequently called upon to advise on transactional matters, tax benefits, transfer pricing, social security contributions, and customs law. Anderson Trautman Cardoso specialises in tax controversies, assisting major Brazilian and multinational corporations, particularly from the energy, petrochemicals, infrastructure, and technology segments. He leads the group with Valter Tremarin Júnior, a name to note for tax and customs issues, including contentious and non-contentious matters. Augusto Bercht specialises in tax consultancy and litigation in the judicial and administrative spheres.
Tax in Brazil
Souto Correa Advogados
Responsables de la pratique:
Anderson Trautmann Cardoso; Valter Tremarin Junior
Autres avocats clés:
Gabriel Stanton; Augusto Bercht
Principaux clients
99 Tecnologia
AEGEA – SANEAMENTO E PARTICIPACOES S.A.
Braskem S.A
Casa dos Ventos
Dell
Lenovo Tecnologia Brasil LTDA
Quinto Andar
Samsung
Santo Antônio Energia
SLC Máquinas
ABRAS
Principaux dossiers
TozziniFreire
Boasting strong capabilities in both non-contentious tax issues and tax litigation, TozziniFreire’ tax practice attracts instructions from major regional and national clients across various sectors, including energy, transport, construction, retail, consumer goods and agribusinesses, to name a few. Gustavo Nygaard, co-head of the national tax practice, excels in both litigation and advisory matters, offering expert counsel to prominent corporate clients from Southern Brazil. Rafael Mallmann specialises in administrative and judicial tax litigation, which is also a key area of activity for Bernardo Mascarenhas Mardini. Claudia Rocha De Morais has extensive experience in tax and accounting, representing clients in disputes and advising on compliance and tax due diligence.
Responsables de la pratique:
Gustavo Nygaard
Autres avocats clés:
Rafael Mallman; Bernardo Mascarenhas Mardini; Claudia Rocha de Morais
Les références
‘The firm has a differentiated approach, with differentiated support for companies, regardless of size, allocating an extremely qualified legal team to the demands presented.’
‘The care taken in presenting the legal theses and strategies formulated, presented with graphic resources and extreme didactics, which facilitates understanding and the decision-making process of the Board of Directors and councils.’
‘TozziniFreire (Porto Alegre/RS branch) is a law firm with unique expertise in the Brazilian legal market, with highly specialised and committed professionals. They always provide us with excellent service, focusing on resolving the client’s issues and mitigating our tax exposures. I believe that what sets the firm apart is the technical development of its professionals and their unique understanding of the service provided in the context of the client’s business.’
Principaux clients
Grupo Rumo (Malha Norte, Malha Sul, Malha Oeste, Portofer, Malha Paulista)
Grupo Renner (Lojas Renner S/A, Youcom, Maxmix, Realize, Repassa)
Grupo Vulcabras (Vulcabras CE – Calçados e Artigos Esportivos S/A, Vulcabras BA – Calçados e Artigos Esportivos S/A)
Grupo Sodexo (Sodexo do Brasil Comercial S/A e Sodexo Facilities Services Ltda.)
Grupo CPFL (RGE Sul and CEEE-T)
Zenvia Mobile Serviços Digitais S/A
Empresas Randon
Getnet Adquirência e Serviços para Meios de Pagamento S/A
Spal Indústria Brasileira de Bebidas S/A
SIM Rede de Postos
RAP9 Empreendimentos Imobiliarios
Federhen Family
Milton Schlickmann
Splenda
Sicredi
Be8 S/A
Associação Brasileira das Indústrias de Calçados
SX Negócios (Grupo Santander)
Share Student Living
Principaux dossiers
Trench Rossi Watanabe
Trench Rossi Watanabe's Porto Alegre office provides comprehensive tax services, with notable strength in international tax issues, tax advice on M&A, indirect taxes, and customs law. The group excels in proceedings before administrative and judicial courts, acting for companies across the automotive, IT and agribusiness sectors, among others. With in-depth knowledge of transfer pricing law, Claudio Moretti also handles tax planning and litigation matters. Thales Stucky is a key contact for domestic and international companies, particularly in the automotive and IT sectors. Thaís Amaral advises clients in the tech, pharmaceuticals, automotive, and agribusiness segments on direct and indirect tax issues.
Responsables de la pratique:
Claudio Moretti; Thales Stucky; Thais Amaral
Autres avocats clés:
Júlia Pecoits
Les références
‘Fast and assertive service. Highly qualified people. Detailed billing, leaving no doubts for the customer. Team is always proactive in supporting the customer.’
‘Trench demonstrates diverse knowledge that allows us to save time when describing specific details of our business.’
‘Agile and assertive service. Highly qualified professionals. Detailed billing that leaves no doubts for the client. Team is always proactive in supporting the client.’
Principaux clients
Active Campaign, LLC
Alisul Alimentos S/A
Alliance One Brasil Exportadora de Tabacos Ltda.
Android Industries LLC
Associação Brasileira das Indústrias de Óleos Vegetais – ABIOVE
Betsson
Brasil PCH (Santa Fé Energética Ltda)
BRDE (Regional Development Bank)
BRF
BTG
Citibank
Clube de Regatas Flamengo (“Flamengo”)
Comexport Companhia de Comércio Exterior Ltda
Dell Computadores do Brasil Ltda
Diamaju Agrícola Ltda
Dorf Ketal do Brasil Ltda
Eaton Ltda
Endava
EPSA International Ltda
Estratégia Concursos Ltda
Fogo de Chão
Fraport Airports
Grendene S/A
Groupon, Inc
Harman do Brasil Ltda
Insper – Instituto de Ensino e Pesquisa
Knight Therapeutics (United Medical)
Lactalis do Brasil Ltda
Linck Máquinas S/A
Marcopolo S/A
Marriott International
Midea Carrier (Springer Carrier Ltda)
National Football League
Open English
Perto S/A Periféricos de Automação Ltda
Procter & Gamble
Prollenium Medical Technologies
Promob Softwares S/A
Randon S/A
Red Bull Bragantino Futebol
Robert Bosch Ltda
Standard & Poors
Stellantis (merger of Fiat Chrysler Automotive and Peugeot Citroen)
Tecadi Armazéns Gerais Ltda
The GSI Group (AGCO)
Timac Agro (Groupe Roullier)
Votorantim
Principaux dossiers
CMT – Carvalho, Machado e Timm Advogados
CMT – Carvalho, Machado e Timm Advogados‘ tax and customs department, led by Cristiano Carvalho, is well positioned to advise a range of clients - including companies from the agribusiness, automotive, food and beverage and IT sectors - on contentious and non-contentious matters. The group is skilled at assisting with tax-efficient business structuring, national and international tax planning, transfer pricing, and direct and indirect taxation. Carvalho specialises in tax advisory and litigation.
Responsables de la pratique:
Cristiano Rosa de Carvalho
Autres avocats clés:
Lucas Tavares dos Santos; Reginaldo dos Santos Bueno
Les références
‘Intelligent lawyers who can understand the client’s needs and advocate in order to resolve the issue in the best possible way.’
Principaux clients
NT Consult Ltda
Springer Carrier
Nova Credeal Indústria de Cadernos S.A.
Principaux dossiers
- Advised NT Consult on structuring an efficient tax model for software importation and distribution, reducing tax burdens on remittances to Germany while ensuring compliance with international treaties.
- Intervened to secure a precautionary measure for Springer Carrier, preserving its fiscal regularity amid a judicial ruling on alleged drawback regime violations.
- Designed a cost-benefit strategy to mitigate financial risk and is now disputing a portion of the debt through judicial action on behalf of Nova Credeal.
Rafael Pandolfo Advogados Associados
Corporate and tax boutique Rafael Pandolfo Advogados Associados fields expertise in procedural, administrative and advisory matters, and is frequently engaged by domestic and international companies from the industrial, agribusiness, services, healthcare and sports sectors. Rafael Santos Borin is regularly sought after for his expertise in tax consulting and administrative litigation, while Rafael Pandolfo stands out for his strong track record in judicial and administrative tax cases, including proceedings before the superior courts in Brazil. Airton Bombardeli Riella takes the lead on judicial litigation matters.
Responsables de la pratique:
Rafael Pandolfo; Rafael Santos Borin; Airton Bombardeli Riella
Les références
‘Quality, personalised service and results.’
‘Rafael Pandolfo and Airton Riella are strong and reliable lawyers for tax matters in the State of Rio Grande do Sul.’
We work monthly with Rafael Pandolfo and Airton Riella, but all of them demonstrate great rigour and excellence. Always well-organised, with a discourse of excellence, and always available to support our companies. I don’t believe there is a law firm in Brazil with such a wide range of strengths.’
Principaux clients
Banco do Estado do Rio Grande do Sul S.A.
Sindicato do Comércio Atacadista de Porto Alegre e do Estado do Rio Grande do Sul (Wholesale Trade Union of Porto Alegre and the State of Rio Grande do Sul)
Fundação Médica do Rio Grande do Sul
Solar Comércio e Agroindústria LTDA.
J Silveira Transportes Ltda.
Grêmio Náutico União – GNU
Principaux dossiers
Silveiro Advogados
Silveiro Advogados‘ tax department handles both advisory and contentious tax matters, including challenges to tax assessments and collection efforts. The team supports a growing base of clients across sectors like energy, financial services, and oil and gas. Practice head Cassiano Menke excels in tax litigation. This is also a key area of strength for Livia Stumpf, while Jonas Ricobello focuses on tax planning.
Responsables de la pratique:
Cassiano Menke
Autres avocats clés:
Livia Stumpf; Jonas Ricobello; Júlia Costa Leivas
Les références
‘The service is of excellent quality, with professionals who are always attentive and committed to providing the best feedback in the shortest time possible. The staff show total dedication, inspiring confidence and creating a comfortable environment for all matters discussed.’
‘Cassiano Menke and Julia Leivas are outstanding professionals, notable in all aspects of their work. They both demonstrate vast theoretical and practical knowledge, which allows them to offer effective and well-founded solutions.’
‘The firm’s speciality is developing exclusive solutions for clients on complex issues. The team is very capable, with professionals who have business knowledge, which greatly facilitates communication.’
Principaux clients
Aspeur – Associação Pró-Ensino Superior em Novo Hamburgo
Atento Brasil SA
Banco Cooperativo Sicredi S.A.
Bebidas Fruki S.A.
Casa Hotéis Ltda.
Centrais Elétricas do Brasil S.A.- Eletrobras
Cia. Hering
Citral Transporte e Turismo SA
Clinica Radiólogica da Cidade de Passo Fundo Ltda.
Companhia Zaffari Comércio e Indústria
Cordoaria São Leopoldo Original Ltda.
PANVEL S.A. – Distribuidora de Medicamentos
Expresso São Miguel S.A.
FCC Indústria e Comércio Ltda.
Fleury S.A
Fraport Brasil S.A. Aeroporto Fortaleza
Fraport Brasil S.A. Aeroporto Porto Alegre
Fundação Iberê Camargo
Gente Incorporadora e Construtora Ltda.
Grupo Gerdau de Participações (Family Office)
IBI Participações e Negócios S.A
Imdepa Rolamentos Importação e Comércio Ltda.
Lojas Quero-Quero S.A
Lojas Riachuelo S.A
Malwee Malhas Ltda.
M D Móveis Ltda.
Metasa S.A. Indústria Metalúrgica
Multiplan Empreendimentos Imobiliários
MWM – Tupy do Brasil Ltda.
Oi S.A.
Petrobahia S.A.
Rio Bravo Investimentos – Distribuidora de Títulos e Valores Mobiliários Ltda.
SANE – Sociedade de Anestesiologia S/S Ltda.
Sim Rede de Postos Ltda.
SLC Agrícola Centro Oeste S.A.
SULGÁS – Companhia de Gás do Estado do Rio Grande do Sul
Terra Santa Propriedades Agrícolas S.A
TMSA – Tecnologia em Movimentação S.A.
Tupy S.A.
Universidade Univates
W Pesquisa, Tecnologia e Indústria de Alimentos Ltda.
WEG S.A.
Zenglein Indústria e Comércio de Calçados Ltda.
Aspeur – Associação Pró-Ensino Superior em Novo Hamburgo
Atento Brasil SA
Banco Cooperativo Sicredi S.A.
Bebidas Fruki S.A.
Casa Hotéis Ltda.
Centrais Elétricas do Brasil S.A.- Eletrobras
Cia. Hering
Citral Transporte e Turismo SA
Clinica Radiólogica da Cidade de Passo Fundo Ltda.
Companhia Zaffari Comércio e Indústria
Cordoaria São Leopoldo Original Ltda.
PANVEL S.A. – Distribuidora de Medicamentos
Expresso São Miguel S.A.
FCC Indústria e Comércio Ltda.
Fleury S.A
Fraport Brasil S.A. Aeroporto Fortaleza
Fraport Brasil S.A. Aeroporto Porto Alegre
Fundação Iberê Camargo
Gente Incorporadora e Construtora Ltda.
Grupo Gerdau de Participações (Family Office)
IBI Participações e Negócios S.A
Imdepa Rolamentos Importação e Comércio Ltda.
Lojas Quero-Quero S.A
Lojas Riachuelo S.A
Malwee Malhas Ltda.
M D Móveis Ltda.
Metasa S.A. Indústria Metalúrgica
Multiplan Empreendimentos Imobiliários
MWM – Tupy do Brasil Ltda.
Oi S.A.
Petrobahia S.A.
Rio Bravo Investimentos – Distribuidora de Títulos e Valores Mobiliários Ltda.
SANE – Sociedade de Anestesiologia S/S Ltda.
Sim Rede de Postos Ltda.
SLC Agrícola Centro Oeste S.A.
Sou Cloud Serviços Gerenciados em Nuvem Ltda.
SULGÁS – Companhia de Gás do Estado do Rio Grande do Sul
Terra Santa Propriedades Agrícolas S.A
TMSA – Tecnologia em Movimentação S.A.
Traçado Construções e Serviços Ltda.
Tupy S.A.
Universidade Univates
W Pesquisa, Tecnologia e Indústria de Alimentos Ltda.
WEG S.A.
Zenglein Indústria e Comércio de Calçados Ltda.
Principaux dossiers
- Represents Eletrobras in the liquidations and enforcement of judgments derived from the class action filed by Federação das Associações Comerciais Empresariais do Paraná.
- Advised SIM REDE DE POSTOS on controversial aspects related to the deductibility of royalties paid by the franchisee to the franchisor in the calculation of Corporate Income Tax (IRPJ).
- Advised Traçado Construções e Serviços Ltda. to develop a long-term estate and succession plan, optimising tax efficiency for a potential sale while ensuring business continuity.
Andrade Maia Advogados
Andrade Maia Advogados' tax practice assists clients with both disputes and advisory work, handling a wide range of issues, including tax credit claims, public civil actions, and recovery of overpaid taxes. The tax litigation area manages a significant portfolio of cases and has notable experience before Brazil’s high courts. Leading the practice is Fabio Brun Goldschmidt, who specialises in tax litigation. Also noted for her expertise in contentious issues, Ane Streck Silveira focuses on matters involving tax immunity. Lucas Pinheiro Tavares advises on transactional issues and tax litigation.
Responsables de la pratique:
Fabio Brun Goldschmidt
Autres avocats clés:
Ane Streck Silveira; Lucas Pinheiro Tavares
Principaux clients
Braskem
Hospital Moinhos de Vento
Refinaria de Petroleo Riograndense
Yara Brasil Fertilizantes
Lojas Renner
Iesa Group
Galvani Fertilizantes
Banco Bradesco (Bradescard)
AES Brasil Operações SA
ADM do Brasil LTDA
C&A modas SA
Magazine Luiza
Multilaser Industrial S.A
Philips Medical Systems LTDA
Compasso Tecnologia (UOL Group)
Dimed (Panvel)
Sindifisco Nacional
Unilever
SINDILAT
WE CAN BR
RICCÓ
EXA / FS SECURITY
INFRAAMERICA
Principaux dossiers
Diego Galbinski Advocacia
Diego Galbinski Advocacia ’s tax team handles both advisory work and disputes, representing clients in administrative and judicial proceedings. The firm supports businesses across sectors such as agribusiness, healthcare, and construction, with particular focus on tax reviews, exemption requests, and appeals before CARF. The practice is led by Diego Galbinski, known for his strong background in federal, state, and municipal tax issues.
Responsables de la pratique:
Diego Galbinski
Principaux clients
Enecon S/A – Engenharia e Economistas Consultores
Sane – Sociedade de Anestesiologia Ltda.
Sul Alfa Distribuidora Ltda.
Nexxt Distribuidora de Alimentos e Bebidas
Altemo Advogados Associados
Maxinvest Participações e Investimentos Ltda.
Divax Participações e Investimentos Ltda.
Centro De Produção Riograndense de Espumas Industriais Ltda. (Ortobom)
Rafebe Participações Ltda
Auxiliadora Predial Ltda.
Cooperativa dos Agricultores de Plantio Direto do Rio Grande do Sul (Cooplantio)
Clube Maxivida
Conselho Seccional da Ordem dos Advogados do Rio Grande do Sul – OAB/RS
Maximidia Administradora e Corretora de Seguros Ltda.
Elipse Software Ltda.
Lamiecco Plásticos Ltda.
Ducasse Brasil Estruturas, Construções E Incorporações – Representação, Comércio, Importação E Exportação Ltda.
Lauro Weber & Cia
We Can BR – Trabalho Temporário Ltda.
Pet Flake do Brasil Ltda.
MKS Engenharia da Qualidade Ltda.
Madef Indústria de Equipamentos de Refrigeração Ltda.
Celan – Administração, Engenharia e Participações Ltda.
Arnaldo Rizzardo
Dagoberto Braga
Victor Wulff Soria
Estratégia Marketing Direto Ltda.
FGC – Administradora e Corretora de Seguros Ltda.
Maxinvest LLC
Benvenuti Participações Ltda.
Principaux dossiers
- Represented Conselho Seccional da Ordem dos Advogados do Rio Grande Do Sul in a direct inconstitucional action (ADIN).
- Assisted Rafebe Participacaos Ltda. with an administrative proceeding at the CARF (Administrative Board of Tax Appeals).
Eichenberg, Lobato, Abreu & Advogados Associados
Eichenberg, Lobato, Abreu & Advogados Associados advises on a wide range of tax issues, assisting clients from various sectors, including agribusiness, technology and construction, with both litigation and advisory matters. The team frequently handles rescission actions, disputes over tax and social contributions, tax assessments, and compliance-related work. Edmundo Cavalcanti Eichenberg, a co-founder, has in-depth knowledge of tax law.
Responsables de la pratique:
Edmundo Cavalcanti Eichenberg
Les références
‘Professional service is a highlight. All requests are handled uniquely, and at no time are we left without a response. So far, all responses and guidance have been in line with our conduct and values. The structure of the firm allows for online and in-person meetings, where we discuss and always reach a good conclusion. With the work presented, we are always ahead of market demands and work preventively.’
‘Deep knowledge and reliability ’
‘Edmundo is excellent—courteous, intelligent, and aligned with the same integrity values our company upholds. He always seeks a good understanding of all the matters we bring forward. We are very pleased.’
Principaux clients
Ediba S/A
Lauro Nicolau Fleck – Eireli
Melnick Desenvolvimento Imobiliário S.A.
Principaux dossiers
Ilarraz Advogados
Ilarraz Advogados handles a wide spectrum of tax matters, with particular strength in both administrative and judicial disputes. The team also advises on foreign trade taxation, tax planning, due diligence processes, and ongoing consultancy work. Practice head Marcelo Ilarraz advises individuals and companies on tax planning and litigation.
Responsables de la pratique:
Marcelo Ilarraz
Les références
‘The Ilarraz Advogados law firm in Porto Alegre/RS stands out for its high-quality and personalised legal services/advice. They are prepared to offer a suitable solution in the tax area with great competence. They are also attentive and proactive in contacting clients.’
Principaux dossiers
Rossi, Maffini, Milman Advogados
Rossi, Maffini, Milman Advogados is well-versed in handling tax disputes in the administrative and judicial spheres. The team works with clients from industries such as banking, entertainment, and manufacturing, offering guidance on tax planning, transactional matters, and accounting-related concerns. Leading the team is Bruno François Guimarães, who focuses on both tax litigation and consultancy.
Responsables de la pratique:
Bruno A. François Guimarães
Les références
‘The team was very quick and efficient and established the strategies for the defence. They attended to us with the expected speed, always explaining the steps to be taken.’
‘Dr Felipe Grando always demonstrated very good knowledge of the subject matter. He executed the established strategies very well.’
Principaux clients
Lear do Brasil
Bolognesi Engenharia and Bolognesi Empreendimentos
Lifemed Industrial
SL do Brasil
Regional Bank for Extreme South Development (BRDE)
Saint-Gobain do Brasil
Arauco do Brasil
Rio Grande do Sul Date Processing Company (PROCERGS)
Distribuidora de Alimentos Sul Frangos
PRT Prestação de Serviços
Eldorado Mineração
Sound Digital Brasil
Jereissati Participações
Sindicato das Indústrias Químicas no Estado do Rio Grande do Sul (SINDQUIM)
Lear do Brasil
Cooperativa Agroindustrial Cooperja
Cristália
The Brazilian Association of Medical and Hospital Devices and Equipment’s Industry (ABIMO)
Rek Parking Empreendimentos e Participações
Divimec Tecnologia Industrial
WS Cranes
Principaux dossiers
- Advised BRDE on distributing interest on equity disproportionately across its three state shareholders (Rio Grande do Sul, Santa Catarina, and Paraná), analysing the legality and implications of this profit allocation structure.
- Represented Arauco S.A. in an administrative proceeding, successfully demonstrating the relevance of disallowed ICMS credits to its production process and highlighting nullities in the tax authority’s process.
- Advising the Brazilian Association of Medical and Hospital Devices and Equipment’s Industry (ABIMO) and its associates on a dispute.