International trade in Brazil

Demarest Advogados

Demarest Advogados has a strong international trade practice, frequently advising on anti-dumping, subsidies, and WTO-related matters. The team is well-versed in customs and regulatory issues, helping Brazilian exporters navigate market access challenges, trade policies, and compliance requirements. José Setti Diaz brings deep expertise in trade remedies, including anti-dumping, tariffs, and regional trade agreements, and is a key figure in trade litigation prevention. Fernando Bueno is noted for his work on high-profile trade remedy cases and his cross-cutting advice on trade, customs, and tax. Victor Bovarotti Lopes handles major mandates across international trade and customs, including government relations, tariff issues, and regulatory modernisation efforts.

Responsables de la pratique:

José Diaz


Autres avocats clés:

Fernando Bueno; Victor Bovarotti Lopes


Les références

‘The team is exceptional. They have extensive expertise and experience. They handle very complex cases and are able to put a lot of resources to work. They have strong connections and a proven track record. ’

‘Fernando Bueno: An expert in trade defence and governmental affairs, known for his sharp intellect, strategic thinking, and proactive approach.

‘Victor Bovarotti Lopes: A highly knowledgeable customs expert and exceptional lawyer with a deep understanding of the field.’

Principaux clients

Vale


Chevron Phillips


Federation of Industries of the State of Sao Paulo – FIESP


Dow Brasil Indústria e Comércio de Produtos Químicos


BYD


Usiminas


Chevron


Siemens Healthcare Diagnósticos


BASF


Siemens Healthcare


National Tire Industry Association


Maersk


Fujitsu


Tiffany & Co.


Roche Diabetes Care


Daikin


Integration Consulting


National Industry Confederation (CNI)


Tecumseh do Brasil


3M


GE Healthcare


Bacardi


Principaux dossiers


  • Represented Vale in the anti-dumping sunset review investigation launched by the Brazilian Trade Remedies Authority (BRTA) concerning imports of grinding balls from India.
  • Assisted USIMINAS with seven cross-border anti-dumping and subsidies sunset reviews involving hot-rolled steel products, cold-rolled products, and cut-to-length products initiated by the United States.
  • Assisting Usiminas with the anti-dumping investigation on cold rolled from China.

Magalhães e Dias - Advocacia

Magalhães e Dias - Advocacia offers wide-ranging expertise in international trade, spanning litigation, consultancy, trade remedies investigations, and export controls. The team is well-versed in WTO agreements and Mercosur CET matters, and regularly advises on public interest cases and tariff and non-tariff barriers. Yi Shin Tang brings strong experience in trade remedies and regulatory barriers, along with additional expertise in competition law. Ana Luiza Sanches plays a key role in trade compliance matters. Camila Emi Tomimatsu acts for an array of clients, including names from the food and beverage, paper and pulp, and tech sectors, in international trade mandates.

Responsables de la pratique:

Yi Shin Tang


Autres avocats clés:

Ana Luiza Sanches; Camila Emi Tominatsu


Les références

‘Its highly qualified professionals are what makes the firm.’

‘Yi Shin Tang is a leading professional in the legal field, recognised for his technical precision and strategic vision. His ability to articulate innovative and effective solutions to complex challenges makes him a reference in the sector.’

‘Camilla Emi Tomatsu combines academic depth with a pragmatic and assertive approach, delivering high-impact results. Her commitment to excellence and her ability to navigate sophisticated legal issues make her a standout attorney.

Principaux clients

AMBEV – Cia. Brasileira de Bebidas (Anheuser-Busch/Inbev)


Nestlé Ltda. (Nestlé Group)


ABEAÇO – Brazilian Association for Steel Packaging


JBS Group


ELETROS – National Union of Household Appliances Manufacturers


UNILEVER


Suzano Papel e Celulose


IBÁ – Brazilian Industry of Trees Association


Indústrias Renda Reunidas


ABPA – Brazilian Association of Animal Proteins


BRF S.A.


GONÇALVES & TORTOLA S.A. (“GTFoods”)


Copacol – Cooperativa Agroindustrial Consolata


Caldic


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised ELETROS on opposing a request for the temporary increase of import tariffs on polyol, citing trade imbalances caused by current international economic conditions.
  • Advised ABEAÇO on opposing a request for the temporary increase of import tariffs on carbon steel sheets, citing trade imbalances caused by current global economic conditions.
  • Advised ABEAÇO and its associates on the anti-dumping investigation concerning Brazilian imports of carbon steel sheets from China.

Pinheiro Neto Advogados

Pinheiro Neto Advogados is well-known for its comprehensive international trade and WTO practice, particularly its extensive experience in trade remedies investigations. The team is well positioned to handle the gamut of trade remedies work, from initial investigations and sunset reviews to public interest proceedings. Building on this foundation, the practice also demonstrates notable strength in complex customs and international trade cases, where it represents leading companies before both administrative and judicial courts, and the WTO Dispute Settlement System. Renê Medrado possesses vast experience in trade remedies, trade disputes and competition law. William Roberto Crestani focuses on tax and customs, while Milena Gomes Lopes brings specialist knowledge in trade remedies, import tariffs, and WTO/MERCOSUR law, advising a broad client base including importers, exporters, domestic producers, and trade associations.

Responsables de la pratique:

Renê Medrado


Autres avocats clés:

William Roberto Crestani; Milena Gomes Lopes


Les références

‘Pinheiro Neto Advogados is always available to present alternatives for the matters we present. Pinheiro Neto is very sensitive to preserving the confidentiality of individual information and proposing strategies that do not expose sensitive data. The team demonstrates in-depth knowledge of the issues and a real understanding of our demands.’

‘The firm has excellent technical capacity, with a great understanding of the business scenario in which the company operates, which enables the delivery of legal services with great adherence to needs.’

‘The highlight of this area is William Roberto Crestani (Tax), who, in addition to excellent technical knowledge, has a great response time.’

Principaux clients

Formosa Plastics Corporation


McDonald’s (Arcos Dorados)


General Motors


Cargill Agrícola


Mercedes-Benz


Hillebrand Gori


Tansan Industria Quimica


Nishimura & Asahi


Tetra Pak


Principaux dossiers


Veirano Advogados

Veirano Advogados has a strong WTO negotiation, consultation, and litigation practice that supports companies and associations across multiple sectors, including auto parts, chemicals, telecoms, IT, and pulp and paper, to name a few. The team handles a wide range of trade and customs proceedings, such as WTO disputes, anti-circumvention and anti-dumping investigations, safeguard proceedings, tariff adjustments, and origin investigations. Ana Caetano, noted for her strong track record in defending Brazilian interests at the WTO, leads the practice. Maria Carolina Pereira brings significant experience in customs litigation and WTO matters.

Responsables de la pratique:

Ana Caetano


Autres avocats clés:

Maria Carolina Pereira


Les références

‘The Veirano Advogados team is widely recognised for its excellence and dedication. What makes this firm unique is the combination of in-depth legal knowledge with a results-oriented approach. The quality of service provided is exceptional, reflected in the ability to handle complex and multidisciplinary cases in an integrated and efficient manner.’

‘Veirano serves our company in the area of ​​trade defence and can be considered one of the best law firms in this area in the Brazilian market. The main differences in relation to the others are: – High level of professionals – Extensive knowledge of the subject and the spheres of government involved – First-rate resources and access to the main information bases – Strong work with clients to better understand the business environment involved in the case – Low turnover of professionals – International dialogue.’

‘Partner Ana Caetano is an expert in commercial defence and one of the best professionals in this market in Brazil. Her high level of qualification, objective communication and partnership with clients make her stand out.’

Principaux clients

Bracco Imaging do Brasil Importação e Distribuição|de Medicamentos Ltda. (Bracco)


Braskem S.A. (Braskem)


Associação Administradora da Faixa de 3,5 GHz (EAF)


Jaguar e Land Rover Brasil Indústria e Comércio de Veículos Ltda. (JLR)


Kingspan – Isoeste Construtivos Isotérmicos S.A. (KSI)


Munkjsö Caieiras Ltda (Munkjsö)


Nadir Fiqueiredo S.A. (Nadir)


Nordex Energy Brasil (Nordex)


Soltec Brasil Ind., Com. e Serv. de Energias Renováveis Ltda. (Soltec Brasil)


Borrachas Vipal S.A. (Vipal)


Bracco Imaging do Brasil Importação e Distribuição|de Medicamentos Ltda. (Bracco)


Braskem S.A. (Braskem)


Associação Administradora da Faixa de 3,5 GHz (EAF)


Jaguar e Land Rover Brasil Indústria e Comércio de Veículos Ltda. (JLR)


Kingspan – Isoeste Construtivos Isotérmicos S.A. (KSI)


Munkjsö Caieiras Ltda (Munkjsö)


Nadir Fiqueiredo S.A. (Nadir)


Nordex Energy Brasil (Nordex)


Soltec Brasil Ind., Com. e Serv. de Energias Renováveis Ltda. (Soltec Brasil)


Borrachas Vipal S.A. (Vipal)


Principaux dossiers


  • Represented Braskem, the domestic producer of polyvinylchloride suspension (PVC-S), polypropylene resins (PP) and polyethylene (PE) in several different trade proceedings in 2024.

Azevedo Sette Advogados

Working in close collaboration with its tax, compliance, regulatory, and corporate departments, Azevedo Sette Advogados maintains a well-equipped international trade law practice with significant expertise in anti-dumping and countervailing duty cases. The group is also adept at advising on trade and tariff policies and providing guidance on import/export regulations, WTO commitments, and customs procedures. The team includes specialists like Luiz Eduardo Salles and Lucas Bianchini, both of whom excel in trade remedies investigations. Marco Chung is experienced in international trade, WTO, and compliance mandates.

Responsables de la pratique:

Luiz Eduardo Salles; Lucas Bianchini


Autres avocats clés:

Marco Chung


Les références

‘Partner Luiz Eduardo Salles is technically very good, insightful and accessible. In addition to proposing solutions, he provides guidance if a certain strategy doesn’t make much sense.’

‘Luiz Salles has done trade cases all over the world, giving him deep insight into the practices of various authorities. He can leverage that insight to help get clients the best possible result. ’

‘I am only familiar with Luiz Salles, whom I would rank among one of the best trade lawyers in the world.’

Principaux dossiers


Grinberg Cordovil Advogados (GCA)

Grinberg Cordovil Advogados (GCA) is equipped to handle an array of international trade matters, including foreign authority investigations, tariff changes, trade compliance, and WTO regulatory issues. The team advises clients in a wide range of sectors, most notably chemicals, steel, pharmaceuticals, technology, and auto parts. Co-head Ricardo Motta brings extensive experience in international trade and customs law, leading on key trade remedy cases. Fellow co-chair Leonor Cordovil has a keen focus on trade compliance and investigations. Another key name to note in the team, Bernardo Leite advises Brazilian and foreign clients on dumping, subsidies, safeguards, import duties, and sanctions.

Responsables de la pratique:

Leonor Cordovil; Ricardo Motta


Autres avocats clés:

Bernardo Leite


Les références

‘Always available and engaged to discuss, support, advise, and answer doubts.’

‘Excellent quality of professionals and services provided in the field of competition law. I consider the firm a reference in the area – working very closely with the client in a collaborative manner.’

‘The firm takes a business-oriented approach. Their focus isn’t merely on billing, but on supporting the client with viable, innovative, and sustainable alternatives.’

Principaux clients

The Dow Chemical Company, Dow Brasil and Dow Sudeste


Unigel Participações S.A.


ANIP – Associação Nacional da Indústria de Pneumáticos


Companhia Brasileira de Alumínio (CBA)


Aperam Inox América do Sul


Arlanxeo Emulsion Rubber


Arlanxeo Brasil


Grupo Klaus and Silca (Dormakaba Group)


Danone Ltda.


LIASA – Ligas de Alumínio S.A.


Coty


Principaux dossiers


  • Representing Dow Brasil and The Dow Chemical Company as foreign producer, exporter and importer parties in the anti-dumping investigation, initiated by Brazil, on the imports of polyethylene resins from the USA and Canada.
  • Representing Dow Sudeste as the only petitioner on the anti-dumping investigation, initiated by Brazil, on the imports of polyol from China and the USA.
  • Advised and represented Aperam Inox América do Sul S.A., as the petitioner and domestic industry, on the anticircumvention investigation over the imports of cold rolled stainless steel from China that led to the extension of the duty to certain types of stainless steel.

MPA Trade Law

Devoted to international trade and WTO law, MPA Trade Law has built a strong reputation for its expertise in trade remedies and experience in representing Brazilian producers and exporters in foreign investigations. The team is also adept in mandates concerning trade disputes, WTO and Mercosur law, tariff classifications, and issues at the intersection of trade and sustainability. Claudia Marques, ‘an excellent professional with renowned legal knowledge‘, jointly leads the department with Rodrigo Pupo, noted for his ‘extreme attention and dedication to detail‘. Rafaela Teixeira Vieira Noman, former director of the Trade Defence Department (Decom) of the Foreign Trade Secretariat of the Ministry of Development, Industry, and Foreign Trade (MDIC), joined the team in September 2025.

Responsables de la pratique:

Claudia Marques; Rodrigo Pupo


Autres avocats clés:

Rafaela Teixeira Vieira Noman


Les références

‘MPA Trade Law’s commitment to finding solutions for each of the issues we present is an important differentiator. MPA always proposes strategies that meet each of the needs, always taking care to preserve the confidentiality of individual information. In addition, the entire team demonstrates in-depth knowledge of the topics, pays great attention to detail and is very agile in taking action.’

‘Firm with excellent professionals, being one of the best in the market when the topic is anti-dumping.’

‘Claudia Marques, a partner at the firm, is the firm’s strong name. She is an excellent professional with renowned legal knowledge. Our company feels very comfortable with her legal support.’

Principaux clients

ABAL – Brazilian Aluminium Association


ABIMAQ – Brazil’s Machinery Builders’ Association


CNA – Brazilian Agriculture and Livestock Confederation


CNI – Brazil’s National Confederation of Industry


OMRON Healthcare


Petrom Petroquímica


Principaux dossiers


  • Represents the Brazilian Agriculture and Livestock Confederation (CNA), through MPA Trade Law, in the anti-dumping investigation into Brazilian imports of powdered milk from Argentina and Uruguay.
  • Advised the Brazilian Machinery Builders’ Association (ABIMAQ) to secure a successful modification of the tariff treatment for wind turbines, reflecting recent international developments and Brazil’s energy transition.
  • Represents Omron Healthcare, the sole Brazilian producer of nebulisers, in the anti-dumping investigation against China concerning Brazilian imports of nebulisers.

MW Trade

International trade law boutique MW Trade is regularly sought after for its expertise in representing foreign clients from numerous jurisdictions, including China, Taiwan, Vietnam, Indonesia, South Africa, Mexico, the United States, and Europe. The team is also highly active in assisting the Brazilian domestic industry with trade remedy investigations, having recently participated in major anti-dumping cases in Brazil. Carol Monteiro de Carvalho and Andrea Weiss Balassiano, who is noted for being ‘deeply knowledgeable about the Brazilian investigation regime‘, bring together significant experience in international trade law and WTO matters.

Responsables de la pratique:

Carol Monteiro de Carvalho; Andréa Weiss Balassiano


Autres avocats clés:

Ana Vitoria Muniz Bokos


Les références

‘MW Trade is a great trade and customs law firm. A go-to in Brazil. Its partners provide an excellent client service.’

‘Partners Carol Monteiro and Andrea Weiss are excellent lawyers.’

‘Specialised international trade practice with very professional and competent partners and lawyers. Good attention to detail and very capable in both analysing and presenting complex information in trade remedy investigations.’

Principaux clients

Oswaldo Cruz Química


SUMEC Machinery and Electric Co., Ltd


ABRAFATI – Brazilian Paint Manufactures Association


Axalta Coating Systems


ANIP – Brazilian Association of the Tyres Industry


Bridgestone do Brasil


Campari Group


Rotavi Industrial Ltda.


Rio Branco Comércio e Indústria de Papéis


OIW Telecom


Albaugh brasil


Targa Medical (Lemgruber)


Nitriflex indústria e comercio S/A


Apsen Farmacêutica


Adidas do Brasil


Marchon Eyewear


Fraser Alexander


ABRABE – Associação Brasileira de Bebidas


Telespazio Brasil


Abióptica – Associação Brasileira das Indústrias Ópticas


Ensign Industry Co. Ltd


Ápice – Associação pela Indústria e Comércio Esportivo


China Chamber of Commerce of Metals, Minerals & Chemicals (« CCCMC »)


Grupo Cataratas


Elgin S/A


De Rigo Brasil Ltda.


Daffodil Pharmachem Private Limited, India


Nestle S/A


AST Sciense


COFCO Corporation


Frigelar


Natrio


Pou Chen Group / Apache Group / Dean Shoes and Tae Kwang Group


Sasol Limited Company (South Africa)


Viasat Inc.


Fábrica De Sao Latex São Roque


Newell Co


Principaux dossiers


Trench Rossi Watanabe

Trench Rossi Watanabe supports domestic industries, exporters, and importers on a wide range of international trade matters. Its expertise covers trade remedies, WTO and Mercosur rules, as well as tariff classifications. The group is also equipped to advise on regulatory and trade controls, customs compliance, and supply chain structuring. Within the team, Francisco Niclós Negrão brings together expertise in trade remedies and antitrust matters, while Rafael Gregorin specialises in tax and customs litigation. Paulo Casagrande is a name to note for antitrust law and international trade issues. Other key practitioners include customs specialists Alessandra Machado and Marcelle Silbiger de Stefano.

Responsables de la pratique:

Francisco Niclós Negrao; Rafael Gregorin; Horácio Veiga de Almeida Neto; Paulo Casagrande; Alessandra Machado


Autres avocats clés:

Marcelle Silbiger de Stefano; Déborah Melo; Andrea Cruz


Les références

‘The firm stands out for its strategic approach, innovation, and excellence in client service, combining legal expertise with customised solutions. It invests in technology, diversity, and collaboration to optimise processes and deliver differentiated services that exceed the standards of the national legal market.’

‘Within Trench Rossi Watanabe’s international trade team, Francisco Negrão and Andrea Cruz are notable for their technical expertise and strategic approach to customs and regulatory matters. They are recognised for their ability to provide innovative and precise solutions, ensuring legal certainty and efficiency for clients.’

Principaux clients

AAM – American Axle & Manufacturing, Inc.


AGCO


Bosch


BP


Brasdril Sociedade de Perfurações Ltda./ Diamond Offshore Drilling, Inc.


Braskem


Cisco


DuPont


Eaton


EDF Renouvelables S/A


ELETROS


Estee Lauder


FedEx


Hasbro


IBM


MAHLE Metal Leve S.A.


Motorola


MSD


Pirelli


Siemens


Suzano


RHI Magnesita


Takeda


Terphane


Transocean


Trimble


Vale


Weatherford


Whirlpool


Principaux dossiers


  • Assisting Brasdril in relation the Tax Authority’s allegations of fraud around the import of an offshore drilling rig under the REPETRO tax regime (i.e. the special tax regime for importing and exporting goods for the exploration and drilling of oil and gas).
  • Assisting the two main national producers of table fans (Mondial and SEB) in the anti-dumping sunset review of the anti-dumping duties currently in force for imports to Brazil from China.
  • Advising Pirelli on an opposition to three key requests for tariff increases presented by the chemical sector regarding relevant raw materials for their production.

Barral Parente Pinheiro Advogados

With a strong presence in the energy, oil and gas and infrastructure sectors, Barral Parente Pinheiro Advogados regularly acts for international clients in anti-dumping cases and countervailing and safeguard investigations in Brazil and abroad. The team is also often seen advising on international commercial contracts and transactions, and administrative and judicial litigation involving customs and tax issues. Celso Figueiredo and Gilvan Brogini jointly lead the practice and bring extensive experience in international trade and customs matters. Welber Barral is a key contact for multilateral agencies and companies in Latin America.

Responsables de la pratique:

Gilvan Brogini; Celso Figueiredo


Autres avocats clés:

Welber Barral; Maria Eduarda Hajjar Milki


Principaux clients

Casa dos Ventos


Eco Fabril


Indorama


Lindal


ABRAFATI


Marco Boni


Bem Brasil


ABAL


CBA


Comexport


CNI


Monteferro


Novelis


Unifi


Oderich


Acelen


ABPA


ABRAFAS


Aeris


BASF


BRF


Naturovos


Pif Paf


Tekno


Coster


CSN


Arcelor


INAC


Principaux dossiers


  • Advising Brazilian steel manufacturer CSN on the anti-dumping (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) investigations initiated by the US Government on the imports of corrosion resistant steel (CORE) from Brazil.
  • Advising Marco Boni on the anti-dumping procedure initiated by the Brazilian Government to renew the duty imposed on the imports of hairbrushes from China.
  • Assisted BASF with opposing statements against the import tariff elevation request on the solvent n-butanol.

BFSA - Borges Furlaneto Sociedade de Advogados

BFSA - Borges Furlaneto Sociedade de Advogados offers international trade and customs advice to a diverse roster of clients, including notable domestic and international names from the chemicals, textiles, and pulp and paper sectors. The firm has significant experience in representing petitioners, exporters and importers in anti-dumping and subsidy cases in Brazil, and is also skilled in assisting with supply chain issues. Co-head Karla Borges advises companies and industry associations on international trade issues, contracts, and investments, while Fernanda Manzano Sayeg is singled out for her experience in advising Brazilian and foreign clients on trade remedy investigations, international contracts and customs law.

Responsables de la pratique:

Karla Furlaneto; Fernanda Manzano Sayeg


Les références

‘The highly personalised treatment provided by excellent professionals.’

‘It is a boutique firm, all its partners provide excellent service.’

‘The BFSA team has met the contracted demands very well, with emphasis on anticipating and monitoring applicable legislation.’

Principaux clients

Aprodinox – Associação Brasileira de Processadores e Distribuição de Aços Inoxidáveis


Unipar Indupa do Brasil S.A.


CJ do Brasil Indústria e Comércio de Produtos Alimentícios Ltda.


Ashland Comércio de Especialidades Químicas do Brasil Ltda.


Tramontina Cutelaria S.A.


Tramontina Central de Administração Ltda.


Sindicato das Indústrias Têxteis de Malhas no Estado de Minas Gerais


Prakash Steelage Limited


Grupo Oswaldo Cruz (OCQ)


Condor S.A.


CMJ


Duferco


Asia Metals


Usina Metais


Principaux dossiers


Carla Junqueira & Associadas Trade Law

International trade boutique firm Carla Junqueira & Associadas Trade Law is singled out for its strong track record in precedent-setting cases before Brazil's superior courts. With a strong presence in the aluminium, petrochemicals, plastic, and paper sectors, the team is well-versed in trade remedies, trade policy/tariff changes, WTO-related work, complex trade litigation, and import and export issues. Carla Junqueira, the founder and managing partner, is a reference for trade remedies and WTO matters.

Responsables de la pratique:

Carla Junqueira


Autres avocats clés:

Heloisa Santos


Les références

The firm has the advantage of being a highly specialised boutique with much experience in complex cases and easy transit in the governments of Brazil and Argentina. The fact that they have offices in São Paulo and Buenos Aires was a differentiating factor for us.’

‘Carla Junqueira is without a doubt one of the best international trade experts in Latin America. Her fluency in languages and experience in complex cases in different jurisdictions is unique. She leads the team but is always present in each case, carrying out a large part of the work. Carla is very good at defining strategies and solving highly complex international cases.’

‘Excellent firm, very efficient and reliable with very committed lawyers. Meticulous and impeccable work. In addition to being a team that is accessible to clients, it always responds to questions.’

Principaux clients

Brazilian Association of the Printing Industry (ABIGRAF)


Brazilian Association of the Personal Hygiene, Perfumery and Cosmetics Industry (ABIHPEC)


National Association of Road Equipment Manufacturers (ANFIR)


Bembras


Bersa


Alsthröm-Munksjö


Mercado Livre


Duolingo


Procter & Gamble Brasil


Oxiteno S/A


Brazilian Association of Producers of Cans for Beverages (ABRALATAS)


ABIT


Movimento Down Ngo


Gol Linhas Aéreas


Principaux dossiers


  • Assisted Procter & Gamble Brasil with administrative proceedings for the reduction of the import tariff applied to the polymer called absorbent gel material (AGM).
  • Represented Oxiteno in an anti-dumping investigation concerning the reapplication of the anti-dumping duty on imports of Etanolamine from Germany and United States.
  • Acting on behalf of ABIGRAF in administrative process to change the import tariff for Glassine/Translucent Paper, Coated Paper, and Cardboard Paper.

Madrona Advogados

Adopting a multidisciplinary approach, Madrona Advogados combines expertise in IP, data protection and tax to handle the full range of international trade matters. The firm is well equipped to advise on emerging issues such as digital trade, alongside traditional areas like anti-dumping, customs regulations, and tariff changes. Lucas Spadano is well-versed in international trade issues, which is also a key area of expertise for Bruna Prado.

Responsables de la pratique:

Lucas Spadano


Autres avocats clés:

Bruna Prado


Principaux dossiers


Nasser Advogados

Nasser Advogados provides comprehensive advice in the field of international trade, covering trade remedies, international contracts and negotiations and customs matters. Recently, the team has been engaged in procedures concerning the reduction of import taxes, product registration with Brazil’s technical standards agency (INMETRO), and verification procedures for non-preferential origin of imported goods. Rabih Nasser is a key contact for domestic and international companies from the infrastructure, construction, retail, renewable energy, medical equipment, chemical and defence industries. He oversees the group with customs and tax specialist Anderson Stefani, and associate Marina Yoshimi Takitani.

Responsables de la pratique:

Rabih Nasser; Anderson Stefani; Marina Takitani


Les références

‘A firm of excellence, with a highly qualified and dedicated team.’

‘Rabih Nasser is extremely attentive, with a strategic perspective on all our matters. His dedication and ethical approach to legal practice are truly admirable.’

Principaux clients

Sunset Tires Corporation Limited


Brazilian Association of Distributors and Processors of Flat Glass – ABRAVIDRO


Indústria de Chaves Gold Ltda. / Gold Moonlight – Indústria e Comércio de Chaves Ltda. (“Grupo Gold”)


Principaux dossiers


VK Law

VK Law is a boutique firm dedicated exclusively to international trade, assisting clients with the structuring of import and export operations in Brazil. The firm provides strategic advice on a wide range of issues, including customs, logistics, supply chain management, trade compliance, sanctions, and trade remedies procedures. Founder Vera Kanas is a reference for Brazilian exporters, importers and domestic producers seeking advice on antidumping investigations in Brazil and trade remedy issues abroad.

Responsables de la pratique:

Vera Kanas


Les références

‘Vera Kanas is an expert on the subject, always using didactic language with her clients.’

‘Vera Kanas is one of the leading figures in International Trade in Brazil and globally. Vera has the ability to delve deeply into each case while building relationships with clients as if she were part of their company. This ability to truly “wear the shirt” and become part of the management strategy in customs and trade matters makes Vera a unique and essential lawyer when operating in Brazil.’

‘The firm is specialised in international trade, and this focus is clearly reflected in the quality of its work and client service. The experience and expertise of the professionals, especially Vera Kanas, are unmatched in the Brazilian market. I feel I receive work of the same calibre as major international firms, but with the closeness and personal connection unique to a boutique practice.’

Principaux clients

Reliance Industries Limited


Mitsubishi Corporation (Americas)


Mercado Livre


JSW Steel


Hyundai Motors do Brasil


Greiner Bio-One Produtos Médicos Hospitalares Ltda.


Sumitomo Rubber do Brasil


McCain do Brasil


Corlex Indústria e Comércio de Produtos Plásticos


Valeo Produtos Automotivos Ltda.


Grupo Resinas Brasil


Principaux dossiers


  • Represents Reliance Industries Limited in the antidumping investigation on the imports of polyester fibres from India and other origins.
  • Advises Hyundai Motors do Brasil on international trade and supply chain matters.
  • Advised companies in the chemical sector on several administrative proceedings related to the increase in tariffs due to trade imbalances.