Noted for its ‘high level of competence and professionalism’, the labour and employment practice at Demarest Advogados is sought after for its expertise in both contentious and non-contentious matters. The team has a robust offering that covers internal investigations, labour claims, and collective disputes, as well as public civil actions, union negotiations, and workforce restructuring. With experience acting for notable multinational businesses across a range of industry sectors such as technology, automotive, and chemical, the group continues to expand its extensive client roster. Spearheading the department are the ‘thoughtful’ Cássia Fernanda Pizzotti and the ‘strategic’ Renato Canizares. Pizzotti stands out for her experience acting before the labour, civil, and appeal courts in labour litigation, while Canizares is highly regarded for his aptitude for collective bargaining, disputes, and regulatory compliance. The team also benefits from the expertise of Celso Báez, who concentrates on labour litigation and consultancy, regularly advising on compensation and benefits, collective bargaining agreements, and union negotiations. Eduardo Alcântara and Stella Castro, who are adept in class actions, are among other notable practitioners, and on the advisory front, Ivan Lima and Patrick Noronha Lobo are key contacts.

With ‘technical excellence, strategic approach, and dedicated customer service,’ Machado Meyer Sendacz e Opice Advogados‘s labour and employment team is capable of handling both contentious and non-contentious matters, ranging from civil class actions to investigations. The group’s experience in advising on market-leading cases related to outsourcing disputes, execution phases, and concessions, alongside its presence across an array of industries, has garnered an expanding client roster comprised of impressive names from the banking and finance, food and beverage, and technology sectors, to name a few. Leading the practice is Andrea Giamondo Massei, who is particularly skilled in labour litigation related to compensation structures and advisory matters. On the administrative proceeding front, Caroline Marchi is a key contact in the department, while Rodrigo Seizo Takano concentrates on union negotiations, individual labour lawsuits, and class actions. Claudio Pieroni focuses on assisting insurance, gas, and retail businesses, and Murilo Caldeira Germiniani is a name to note for non-contentious issues, including hiring and termination procedures and the employment aspects of transactions. Daniel Dias left the team in April 2025.

Mattos Filho, described by clients as having ‘simply the best labour and employment team in Brazil', is retained by an impressive and extensive client roster comprised of businesses from across a variety of industries, including technology, aviation, and healthcare, to name a few. With wide sector coverage, the group is adept at handling a range of contentious and non-contentious matters such as class actions, cross-border lawsuits, and collective bargaining. Most notably, the practice is engaged in market-leading work regarding new pay gap regulations and employee relationships in the transport sector, and has deep experience acting before the Brazilian Supreme Court. Domingos Fortunato is a key contact in the department, specialising in class actions, audits, and compensation and benefit plans. The practice also benefits from the expertise of Cleber Venditti, who focuses on class actions, union negotiations, and labour aspects of M&A, while Marilia Veiga Ravazzi is noted for experience in investigations, collective claims, and HR document reviews. Other core members of the team include Rafael de Filippis, recognised for his work involving trade unions, Rafael Caetano, and Érika Seddon. Sólon Cunha is no longer at the firm.

With a robust offering spanning both contentious and non-contentious matters, the labour and employment practice at TozziniFreire has extensive experience advising on complex, high-value class actions, labour lawsuits, and internal investigations, as well as termination and hiring procedures, internal labour audits, and outsourcing. The group is active across a range of industries and continues to amass new and impressive clients, expanding its reach further into the banking and finance, automotive, and food and beverage sectors. At the helm of the department is Alexandre de Almeida Cardoso, who is sought after for his expertise assisting with preventative matters, wrongful termination cases, and public civil actions, with a focus on the pharma, technology, and automotive sectors. The team also benefits from the aptitude of Gabriela Lima, who advises on non-contentious matters ranging from visa permits to negotiating collective bargaining agreements. On the inspection and litigation front, Fernanda Bianco Pimentel is a key contact, while Mihoko Sirley Kimura is adept at assisting with hiring and compensation plans. Leonardo Augusto Padilha Bertanha is another notable name in the practice, standing out for his experience in legal audits and internal investigations.

Noted for its ‘combination of excellence in the service provided, the diverse capabilities of its team, and innovations that drive its performance in the legal market,’ Veirano Advogados‘ labour and employment group remains a popular choice for notable clients from the oil and gas, technology, and gaming sectors, among others, seeking assistance with both contentious and non-contentious matters. The practice is capable of handling novel issues related to employment relationships in the car-hailing service space, as well as more traditional cases such as union negotiations, public civil actions, and constitutional complaints. Luiz Antonio dos Santos Junior heads up the department in São Paulo and stands out for his aptitude for advising on HR issues, administrative and judicial litigation, and collective bargaining, while in Rio-based group is led by Cristian Divan Baldani, who is sought after for his expertise in individual and collective labour claims, investigations, and public civil actions, as well as advising on the labour aspects of corporate transactions. On the labour litigation front, Jose Carlos Wahle and Luiz Guilherme Migliora are the names to note, alongside Bruno Perez and Flávia Azevedo, a key contact for the oil and gas sector.

With a strong following of notable financial institutions, food and beverage companies, and technology businesses, among other clients, labour and employment boutique Mallet Advogados Associados is highly regarded in the Brazilian market. Capable of assisting clients from a range of industry sectors on both contentious and non-contentious matters, the team has expertise advising on high-profile administrative and judicial litigation, public civil actions, and investigations, as well as wrongful termination claims, collective negotiations, and arbitration. Founding partner Estêvão Mallet stands out for his expertise in labour litigation before the Superior Labour Court, internal audits, and investigations prompted by the Public Prosecutor’s Office. Fellow co-heads Olinda Maria Moreira Alves De Oliveira Mallet and Renato Noriyuki Dote are sought after for their experience in labour litigation and for assisting clients with union relations, legislative projects, and the labour aspects of corporate transactions.

The ‘dynamic and technical’ labour and employment team at Mannrich e Vasconcelos Advogados is capable of handling a wide array of contentious and non-contentious matters, ranging from administrative and judicial litigation to internal investigations and collective bargaining. The group is well-versed in representing clients in high-profile and high-value mandates, and has a strong presence in various sectors, such as healthcare, insurance, and financial services. At the helm of the group is Nelson Mannrich, who is noted for his ‘in-depth technical knowledge’ and specialises in risk management – with a focus on outsourcing, remuneration policies, and working hour requirements – union negotiations, and collective bargaining. On the labour litigation front, Celso Goulart Mannrich and Fabio Tadeu de Lima are key contacts, while Roberto Aguirre Rossetti concentrates on consulting issues and collective lawsuits. The practice also benefits from the aptitude of Alessandra Barichello Boskovic, who is adept at advising on day-to-day labour issues. Other notable names in the department include litigation experts Carolina de Santana Neves and Maria Fernanda Tannus Astolphi.

With capabilities to advise on the gamut of labour and employment needs, Pinheiro Neto Advogados has amassed extensive experience handling administrative, judicial, and arbitration proceedings, as well as collective bargaining, restructuring, and investigations. The group stands out in particular for representing domestic and multinational clients in high-profile local and cross-border matters. Its wide-ranging expertise is a major driver of its expanding client base, which includes prominent names in the entertainment, financial services, and fashion and luxury industries, among others. Spearheading the department is Maurício Froes Guidi, who advises on a host of mandates, ranging from compensation and benefits to collective bargaining and labour litigation, with a focus on the technology and financial sectors. The practice also benefits from the aptitude of Luís Antônio Ferraz Mendes, who comes recommended for his experience in disputes before the labour courts, regularly advising on compensation claims, employment contract issues, and wrongful termination suits. Ana Paula de Almeida is another key contact in the group, who is especially active in labour litigation.

Robortella e Peres Sociedade de Advogados‘ labour and employment group, noted for its ‘high technical capacity', has a robust offering that encompasses consultancy, administrative and judicial litigation, and collective matters. The team is capable of handling high-profile class actions, constitutional complaints, and labour lawsuits, and has experience representing companies before the Supreme Federal Court and the Brazilian labour courts. With a breadth of expertise, the practice acts for a varied client base which consists of businesses across a variety of sectors, including financial services, logistics, and construction. Luiz Carlos Amorim Robortella co-heads the department alongside Antonio Galvão Peres and Juliana Scalissi Martins Gaspar and comes recommended for his wealth of experience in class actions prompted by the Public Labour Prosecutor’s Office. Peres is noted for his aptitude for litigation related to unfair dismissals, moral damages, and compensation disputes, while Gaspar is adept at advising on constitutional amendments and regulatory compliance, as well as class actions and labour litigation. Sólon Cunha notably joined the firm in April 2025 from Mattos Filho.

Regarded in the Brazilian market for its ‘technical excellence, proactivity, and ability to deeply understand the needs of the business', Trench Rossi Watanabe is sought after by notable names from the oil and gas, IT, and transport sectors, among others, to assist with a range of high-profile labour and employment matters. The group has expertise in handling both disputes and advisory mandates, including individual and collective issues, labour litigation, and compliance. At the helm of the practice is Leticia Ribeiro, who stands out for her breadth of experience covering litigation and consultancy issues related to restructuring, equity pay, and compensation plans, as well as benefits, collective bargaining agreements, and voluntary resignation programmes. Tricia Oliveira is another notable name in the team and specialises in public civil actions and collective lawsuits concerning health and safety and occupational diseases. Priscila Kirchhoff has extensive experience representing clients before the labour courts and authorities, while Clarissa Lehmen concentrates on non-contentious employment matters. Julia Michele Pereira and Rafaella Medina Peres are among other key contacts in the department.

Offering both consultancy and litigation support, the labour and employment practice at BMA Advogados has extensive experience assisting with labour lawsuits, union relations, and internal investigations, as well as contractual disputes, collective negotiations, and compensation and benefits issues. With a breadth of capabilities, the group continues to grow its client roster, which is comprised of notable names from a variety of sectors, such as energy, oil and gas, and technology, to name a few. Heading up the department in São Paulo is Cibelle Linero, noted for her aptitude advising on employment contracts, internal policies, and compensation plans, alongside union negotiations, litigation, and employment matters prompted by corporate transactions. Fernanda Rochael Nasciutti spearheads the team in Rio, and concentrates on pension and social security issues while also representing clients in public civil actions and individual claims concerning work-related accidents. José Luiz Cardoso is another key contact.

With a presence across a range of sectors, including aviation, telecoms, and technology, the labour and employment group at Cescon Barrieu has experience acting for major companies in both contentious and non-contentious matters. On the contentious front, the team is adept at handling collective and individual claims prompted by unions and the Labour Prosecutor’s Office, while on the non-contentious side, the practice regularly advises on hiring and termination processes, compliance, and internal investigations. Dario Abrahão Rabay and Viviane De Azevedo Rodrigues co-head the department and bring a wealth of expertise to the group; Rabay concentrates on labour litigation, arbitration, and executive contracts, while Rodrigues stands out for her aptitude in assisting with a range of employment consultancy matters such as union and HR issues, labour aspects of corporate transactions, and internal investigations. Gustavo Da Silva Souto is a key contact in the department.

Regarded for providing ‘excellent, pragmatic advice’, Chiode Minicucci Law Firm‘s labour and employment team is well equipped to assist with both contentious and non-contentious matters, ranging from internal investigations and pay equity to employment relationships and terminations. With experience advising on a range of both domestic and cross-border matters, the group has an expanding client roster which consists of notable names from an array of sectors, including gaming, energy, food and beverage, and technology, among others. Daniel Domingues Chiode, who specialises in union negotiations and investigations, co-heads the practice alongside Marília Nascimento Minicucci, who stands out for her expertise in class actions, HR issues, and compliance, as well as outsourcing agreements, dismissals, and audits. Other key contacts in the department include Márcio Eurico Vitral Amaro and Antônio José de Barros Levenhagen.

With a robust offering that encompasses both contentious and non-contentious matters, Custodio e Bissetti Advogados Associados‘ labour and employment practice has deep expertise in handling administrative and judicial litigation, compliance, and union relations issues. The group, noted for its ‘ability to address complex legal issues in an objective, precise manner', has a presence across a variety of sectors such as real estate, steel, and software, and its growing client roster continues to strengthen its market presence. The ‘experienced’ Renato Antonio Villa Custodio, who specialises in HR consultancy, employment contracts, and executive hiring and terminations, co-heads the department alongside Marcio Alexandre de Melo e Bissetti and Takahiro Nakano. Labour law ‘expert’ Bissetti concentrates on compliance, HR policies and the employment aspects of M&A transactions, while Nakano is a key contact for collective lawsuits and risk assessments. Other notable practitioners in the team include Charles Fraccarolo KC and Gabriel Rebouças Bressane KC.

Gasparini, Nogueira de Lima, Barbosa e Freire Advogados‘ labour and employment team has deep experience advising on litigation and consultancy matters across a range of sectors, including transport, technology, real estate, and energy, among others. The group’s contentious and non-contentious expertise spans collective claims, investigations, public civil actions, and the labour aspects of corporate transactions. Ricardo Christophe da Rocha Freire, who excels in labour litigation, compensation schemes and compliance, co-leads the department alongside Paula Boschesi Barros and Tattiany Martins Oliveira, both of whom are adept at handling collective actions. Other key practitioners in the team include Thais Pereira Chaves and Ana Paula Oros Jorge.

Granadeiro Guimarães Advogados‘ labour and employment team has a robust offering which covers both contentious and non-contentious matters, including administrative and judicial litigation, collective bargaining agreements, and labour consultancy related to union negotiations, inspections, and compliance audits. With broad capabilities, the practice has amassed an impressive and expanding client base, comprised of impressive names from the automotive, cosmetics, and food and beverage sectors, among others. Department co-head Filipe Gustavo Potzmann Pereira concentrates on labour litigation and has experience advising clients on novel cases regarding employment and independent service provision relations, while Carlos Evandro Righetti stands out for his expertise in assisting with wrongful termination claims and collective lawsuits promoted by unions. On the consultancy front, Roberto Baronian is a key contact in the group; he is skilled at assisting businesses with labour compliance, collective bargaining agreements, and employee compensation and benefits. Rodrigo Chagas Soares is another notable name who specialises in union relations. Otavio Pinto e Silva, the former labour and employment practice head at Siqueira Castro – Advogados, joined the team in April 2025.

The labour and employment practice at Lefosse Advogados, noted for its ‘technical excellence and commitment to the quality of its services’, advises on administrative and judicial litigation, consultancy matters, and the labour aspects of corporate transactions. The team is particularly adept at handling labour lawsuits, public civil actions, and administrative proceedings promoted by the Labour Prosecutor’s Office, as well as advising on compliance, internal policies, and privatisations. The group has a strong presence across a variety of industries, including healthcare, telecoms, and sanitation, among others. At the helm of the practice is Aloizio Lima, who ‘brings together industry knowledge and in-depth technical expertise’, and concentrates on labour litigation. The department also benefits from the aptitude of Paulo Peressin, who was promoted to partner in May 2024 and specialises in disputes, audits, and the labour elements of corporate restructurings.

The labour and employment practice at Soto Frugis Advogados is capable of handling both contentious and non-contentious matters, including collective claims, compliance, union negotiations and investigations. The group is sought after by notable names from the mining, energy, and real estate sectors, alongside non-profit organisations, and its wide scope continues to attract new clients. Co-leading the department are Eduardo Soto and Antonio Carlos Frugis, both of whom bring a wealth of litigation and advisory experience to the team; Soto comes recommended for his aptitude for assisting with executive management issues, union negotiations, and compensation plans, while Frugis stands out for his litigation and consultancy prowess, regularly representing clients in public civil actions, labour lawsuits, and appeals before the Superior Labour Court. On the litigation prevention front, Leonardo Aurélio Pardini is a key contact in the practice, who handles matters relating to HR, training, and union relations.

Tauil & Chequer Advogados‘ ‘excellent’ labour and employment practice offers assistance on a wide range of contentious and non-contentious matters, ranging from individual and collective lawsuits to union negotiations. The group’s extensive experience representing businesses before regional labour courts and the Superior Labour Court, alongside its capabilities to handle high-profile, cross-border mandates, has amassed an impressive client roster comprised of notable names from a variety of sectors, including energy, media and entertainment, and financial services. At the helm of the department is Aline Fidelis, who is described as ‘star of the team’ and ‘an expert on all aspects of labour law’. Her breadth of expertise spans litigation and advisory matters, including individual and collective labour claims, civil investigations prompted by the Public Labour Prosecutor’s Office, enforcement actions, and public civil claims. Fidelis is supported by labour litigation specialist Daniel Landim and Thiago Garcia, who has extensive experience in compliance.

ASBZ Advogados has a robust offering which spans both contentious and non-contentious labour and employment matters, ranging from litigation before the regional and superior labour courts, to internal policies and risk management. The practice is instructed by an expanding client base consisting of notable names from the aviation, technology, and food and beverage sectors, among others. Rodrigo Luis Shiromoto co-heads the department alongside Bráulio Dias Lopes De Almeida. Both practitioners specialise in individual labour claims filed by former C-level employees, public civil actions prompted by the Labour Public Prosecutor’s Office, and extrajudicial agreements. Shiromoto stands out in particular for his expertise in structuring settlements, negotiating employment agreements, and compliance, while Almeida is adept at leading on union negotiations, investigations, and collective claims. Poliana César is another key contact in the team for assistance with contentious and non-contentious issues.

Noted for its ‘quality, results, efficiency, and commitment to the client’, the labour and employment department at Bichara Advogados has experience handling both contentious and non-contentious matters, ranging from work-related accidents to internal audits and investigations. Most notably, the group is involved in novel mandates related to equal pay and remuneration between men and women, which has remained a central focus for many Brazilian firms since the 2023 equity pay law. The practice’s capabilities have amassed clients from a range of sectors, including infrastructure, healthcare, and food and beverage, and its roster continues to expand. Christiana Fontenelle, who is skilled in administrative and judicial proceedings, co-heads the team alongside João Pedro Eyler Povoa, noted for his experience in collective labour actions, and litigation specialist Jorge Gonzaga Matsumoto.

The ‘distinguished’ labour and employment practice at Cahen & Mingrone Advogados has a robust offering that spans both contentious and non-contentious matters, with a focus on the steel, energy, banking, healthcare and construction sectors. The team has a wealth of experience in handling high-profile individual and collective litigation, class actions, and union disputes. Founding partner and department co-head Arthur Cahen stands out for his expertise in handling union negotiations for businesses in the industrial sector, administrative and judicial litigation, and due diligence. Fellow founder and co-head Marcus Vinicius Mingrone is sought after for his experience in social security and trade union mandates. Other notable names in the group include Livia Alfano Olgado Coviello, and André Zilli, both of whom concentrate on strategic labour lawsuits.

Clients from the luxury and fashion, automotive, and professional services sectors, among other segments, regularly turn to CGM Advogados for its expertise in collective bargaining agreements, labour lawsuits, and internal policies. Combining both contentious and non-contentious capabilities with a strong track record in high-profile mandates, the team continues to grow its client base while extending its industry reach into the software, energy, and engineering sectors. Department head Patricia Barboza has expertise in compliance, internal investigations, and diversity and equality issues, as well as litigation, and the labour aspects of corporate transactions. On the employment relationship and labour relations front, Maury Lobo is a key contact in the group, while Alinne Gordilho focuses on investigations and litigation. Isabela do Val joined from Tauil & Chequer Advogados in July 2024, bolstering the practice’s transactional capabilities.

FCAR Advogados‘ ‘highly qualified’ labour and employment team specialises in labour litigation and is sought out by clients from a variety of sectors, such as mining, insurance, and IT, among others. The group has extensive experience representing clients in both individual and collective claims before the labour courts, high-profile administrative litigation prompted by the Public Ministry of Labour, and employment relationship disputes. Spearheading the practice is Luiz Fernando Alouche, who is regarded by clients as ‘extremely competent and dedicated,’ and concentrates on advising local and multinational companies on labour litigation and investigations. Other notable names in the department include Tamira Fioravante, Marianne Calil Jorge, and Fernando Soave Nogueira, all of whom are adept at assisting with contentious mandates. Gabriela Lobo Badia is also a key contact in the team.

Standing out for its experience in contentious matters, the labour and employment practice at Huck, Otranto, Camargo Advogados has deep experience representing automotive, insurance, and technology companies, among other clients, before the regional courts, the Superior Labour Court, and the Ministry of Labour and Employment in both individual and collective claims, and public civil actions. On the non-contentious front, the group is adept at advising on labour inspections, audits, and compliance, as well as internal policies, investigations, and the labour aspects of corporate transactions. Practice head Célia Mara Peres concentrates on employment issues related to compensation, union relations, and collective bargaining. The team also benefits from the expertise of Isabella Mara Bodo, who is a name to note for both contentious and non-contentious mandates. Rafael Tedrus Bento is another key contact.

Noted for its ‘customer care, understanding of the business, and availability to provide assistance, regardless of the complexity of the issue’, Lobo de Rizzo Advogados‘ labour and employment team is a popular choice for businesses seeking assistance with both contentious and non-contentious matters. The practice has a robust offering that covers litigation, union relations, and consultancy in novel areas such as new equal pay obligations. With a broad scope, the group continues to grow its client roster, which is comprised of impressive names from the food and beverage, energy, and technology sectors, among others. Fabio Medeiros and Maurício Reis co-lead the department and specialise in collective bargaining, executive compensation, and compliance. On the contentious front, Marina Camargo Aranha and Gabriel Ávila are key contacts in the team and share experience assisting clients with labour lawsuits.

With a presence across a range of industries, most notably media and entertainment, energy, and manufacturing, the labour and employment practice at Peixoto e Cury Advogados is well equipped to handle contentious and non-contentious matters for a variety of clients. The group assists notable businesses with inspections, union negotiations, and public-interest civil actions, as well as collective lawsuits, individual claims, and compliance. Antonio Carlos Aguiar focuses on consulting related to union and crisis management, while Gisela da Silva Freire specialises in individual and collective lawsuits. Marcel Tadeu Alves Da Silva is a key contact for his experience advising on collective bargaining and executive compensation. On the contentious front, Poliana Banqueri da Silva Guimarães stands out for her experience in litigation related to discrimination and work-related accidents.

Singled out for its strong track record in litigation, the labour and employment department at Rayes e Fagundes is noted for its ‘strong multidisciplinary and collaborative approach, bringing together professionals from different areas of law who work in an integrated manner to deliver comprehensive and agile responses'. The group represents notable names from the financial services, fashion and luxury, and automotive sectors, among others, in both individual and collective claims related to equal pay, compensation, and dismissals, as well as discrimination, employment relationships, and occupational diseases. Leading the practice is the ‘dedicated and competent’ Paula Corina Santone, who advises on both contentious and non-contentious matters, including internal policy development, class actions, and union negotiations. Other key contacts in the team include litigation expert Josi Soares Castro, conflict resolution specialist Bruno Tanganelli Farah, and Gabriel Bazalia Sales, a name to note for investigations.

Souto Correa Advogados‘ labour and employment group, described by clients as ‘one of the best in the market’, has amassed extensive experience advising on collective bargaining, individual and collective litigation, and public civil actions. With a breadth of expertise, the department continues to grow its client roster, which consists of notable names from a variety of sectors, including technology, consumer goods, and energy, to name a few. A key name in the practice is Paulo Roberto Souto, who is sought after for his aptitude for handling strikes and managing dismissals. On the contentious front, Joel Henrich Gallo, Eduardo Mascarenhas, and Patrícia Mota Alves stand out for their litigation prowess, while Manoela Pascal Martins concentrates on non-contentious matters, including social security issues and internal policies.

Tortoro, Madureira & Ragazzi Advogados‘ labour and employment group, which stands out for its ‘excellent service, expertise, and use of innovative solutions’, specialises in labour litigation and has extensive experience representing clients before regional labour courts and the Superior Labour Court. Alongside its aptitude for handling contentious mandates, the practice also offers assistance with advisory matters related to staff restructurings, company dissolution, and outsourcing services, as well as compensation schemes, employment contracts, and collective bargaining. The team is instructed by an expanding client roster comprised of notable names from the banking and finance, retail, and agribusiness sectors, to name a few. Caio Medici Madureira co-leads the department alongside Rodrigo Souza Macedo and specialises in judicial and arbitral disputes regarding contracts and civil liabilities. Macedo is adept at leading individual and collective judicial proceedings and investigations. Nestor Saragiotto oversees the team in Campinas.

Specialising in labour litigation and crisis management, Abe Advogados is capable of assisting companies with both contentious and non-contentious matters. On the litigation front, the team has experience representing clients in mandates related to workplace injuries, dismissals, and union negotiations, while on the advisory side, the department concentrates on inspections, regulatory issues, and compliance audits. Fernanda Garcez Lopes Cunha leads the group and has expertise in judicial and administrative proceedings, civil investigations, and public civil actions. She is supported by Priscila Soeiro Moreira, who stands out for her experience in trade union negotiations.

The labour and employment practice at Campos Mello Advogados has a robust offering that encompasses both contentious and non-contentious mandates. The group assists clients from the engineering, chemical, and professional services sectors, among others, with class actions, individual labour lawsuits, and public civil actions, as well as collective negotiations, social security issues, and compliance. Spearheading the department is Maurício Tanabe, who stands out for his expertise in union negotiations, collective dismissals, and class actions, with a particular focus on the oil and gas, telecoms, retail, and IT industries. On the litigation front, Marcio Meira and Juliana Nunes are key contacts in the team, advising on disputes arising from compensation claims and terminations, while Lina Santiago is a go-to for HR advisory and litigation prevention. Ana Cristina Valentim is no longer at the firm.

Described by clients as ‘amazing in terms of collaboration and providing exceptional support to the client’, Dias Carneiro Advogados‘ labour and employment team is sought after by notable names from the gaming, energy, and healthcare sectors, among others, to assist with both contentious and non-contentious matters. On the consultancy front, the group advises on internal policies, hiring and termination procedures, and contract reviews, while on the litigation side, the practice regularly represents clients in claims arising from employment relationships, health and safety, and dismissals. André de Melo Ribeiro co-heads the department alongside Cynthia Fernandes Guidotti and Maurício Pepe de Lion and specialises in compliance. Guidotti is adept in individual and collective labour claims, while Lion concentrates on internal investigations, collective bargaining negotiations, and the labour aspects of corporate transactions.

The labour and employment team at Franco Leutewiler Henriques Advogados (FLH Advogados) 'stands out for its combination of in-depth technical knowledge in labour law, clarity, and objectivity in communication with the client’. The group is adept at handling both contentious and non-contentious matters, including employment agreements, terminations, and compliance, and litigation arising from compensation, union disputes, and workplace accidents. With such broad expertise, the department continues to grow its client roster, which is comprised of notable names from the technology, telecoms, and energy sectors, among others. Labour litigation specialist Aldo Augusto Martinez Neto co-heads the practice alongside André Prado Freitas, who regularly advises domestic and multinational companies.

With a strong presence in the TMT sector, KLA Advogados‘ labour and employment team is adept at handling both litigation and advisory matters for notable clients. The group has amassed deep experience representing companies in labour lawsuits arising from non-compete agreements, employment recognition, and dismissals, while on the non-contentious front, the practice concentrates on collective bargaining negotiations, due diligence, and employee terminations. Bruna de Cesare, who stands out for her expertise handling HR issues, hiring and termination processes, and restructuring projects, co-leads the group alongside Paulo Chubba, noted for his litigation prowess, regularly acting before the regional labour courts and the Superior Labour Court. On the advocacy front, Marcela Santana is a key contact due to her aptitude for representing client interests before the courts.

L.O. Baptista Advogados‘ ‘excellent’ labour and employment team has both contentious and non-contentious capabilities, which cover individual and collective labour lawsuits and internal investigations. With experience representing clients before the regional labour courts and the Superior Labour Court, the group has amassed an impressive client roster comprised of notable names from an array of sectors, including automotive and manufacturing. Fabio Chong De Lima heads up the practice and specialises in executive hiring and dismissal procedures, compensation plans, compliance, and outsourcing projects. On the litigation front, Lima regularly handles disputes arising from employment relationships, workplace accidents, and collective bargaining agreements. He is supported by Elaine Martins Staffa, who is noted for working ‘brilliantly in conducting processes, with knowledge and proximity to internal legal and HR.’

Martinelli Advogados handles a wide range of labour and employment matters, including union negotiations, compensation issues, occupational accidents, compliance and contentious matters. Practice co-head Cláudio Dias de Castro excels in labour litigation, while fellow co-heads Fernando Teixeira de Oliveira and Priscila Brezolin are both sought out by small companies and large multinationals for their expertise in navigating union matters, including collective bargaining agreements. Meanwhile, Akira Valéska Fabrin specialises in social security matters.

Martins Villac Advogados‘ labour and employment group has a robust offering which covers both contentious and non-contentious matters, including constitutional complaints, administrative defence, and investigations. In addition to its strong expertise in representing clients before regional labour courts and the Superior Labour Court, the group’s broad sector presence—spanning food and beverage, automotive, and retail—has helped build an impressive and steadily growing client roster. At the helm of the practice are André Vilac Polinesio and Carlos Eduardo Dantas Costa, both of whom bring a wealth of experience to the department. Polinesio stands out for his aptitude for advising domestic and multinational businesses on union settlements and judicial and administrative proceedings, while Costa is proficient in compliance audits and collective bargaining agreements.

Mattos Engelberg Echenique Advogados utilises its considerable team size along with in-depth labour law expertise to cater to clients across a range of sectors, including agribusiness, automotive and healthcare. Practice co-head Juliana Baraldi Lopes is particularly well-versed in handling union-related matters, from contentious disputes to collective bargaining negotiations. Alessandro Oliveira is turned to for his litigation experience, especially before the superior Courts. Meanwhile, Leonardo Santini Echenique and Carla Abduch are both relied upon for strategic labour advisory matters and litigation in the judicial and administrative spheres.

With a presence across a range of industry sectors such as technology, manufacturing, and energy, the labour and employment team at Mundie e Advogados is capable of assisting clients of various profiles with both contentious and non-contentious matters. The group has deep experience representing companies before the labour courts in individual and collective claims and public civil actions, as well as advising on internal investigations, health and safety policies, and regulatory compliance. Spearheading the department is Nadia Demoliner Lacerda, who specialises in HR compliance and the international transfer of executives. She is also adept at counselling on social security issues, collective redundancies, and outsourcing. Other key practitioners include Erika Scudeler Paulino and Leonardo Hiroyuki Kojima, who excel in judicial and administrative proceedings.

SA Law is regularly relied upon by a host of international clients, including names from the banking, healthcare, retail, sports and media sectors, for its labour and employment expertise, which covers both contentious and non-contentious matters. Practice co-head Boriska Rocha is highly regarded for her expertise in executive-level hiring and termination procedures and labour disputes. Fellow co-head João Batista Pereira Neto specialises in collective claims and union negotiations. Other key practitioners include Gastão Pazinatto Junior and Pedro Sega Lopes de Azevedo, both of whom focus on employment litigation.

With a strong presence in the engineering, construction, and energy sectors, the labour and employment practice at Vella Pugliese Buosi e Guidoni Advogados has amassed extensive experience advising on contentious matters concerning work-related accidents. With deep expertise acting before judicial and administrative courts, including the Superior Labour Court and the Labour Prosecutor’s Office, the team’s client roster continues to expand, extending its industry reach into education, manufacturing, and travel. Spearheading the department is Marcos Renato Gelsi dos Santos, who is noted for his aptitude for handling union negotiations, immigration, and compensation schemes, as well as litigation and the labour aspects of corporate transactions. Other key contacts in the team include Carolina Vassilas Grigorini, a name to note for class actions, and labour relations specialist Luiz Henrique Junqueira Grespan e Silva.

Noted for its ‘excellent and very experienced’ labour and employment team, Araújo e Policastro Advogados has a robust offering that encompasses both contentious and non-contentious mandates, ranging from individual labour claims to internal investigations. With notable expertise representing clients before the Labour Prosecutor’s Office and regional labour courts, the department continues to grow its client roster, which features notable names from the food and beverage, energy, and technology sectors. Ana Lúcia Pinke Ribeiro de Paiva leads the group. Former co-head Alexandre Pessoa Afonso is no longer at the firm.

The labour and employment department at Balera, Berbel & Mitne Advogados is sought after for its solid capabilities in non-contentious matters, including collective bargaining, labour relations, and compliance. The group also represents clients from the banking and finance, telecoms, and manufacturing sectors in administrative and judicial proceedings arising from social security contributions, union disputes, and remuneration. Fábio Berbel, who focuses on social security matters, co-heads the practice alongside Gisele Martins, a labour relations specialist. Manuela Tucunduva oversees the team in Londrina and focuses on compliance and tax-related matters.

Barreto Advogados & Consultores Associados' sizeable team is well positioned to assist with a range of labour and employment matters, most notably litigation. Noted for its 'extensive knowledge in the oil and gas services sector and in union negotiations', the team is led by Cristiano Barreto, who has considerable experience in both collective and individual labour claims. Thiago Barbosa de Oliveira and Rafael Tavares Thomé possess particular expertise in contentious matters.

Covering both contentious and non-contentious matters, the labour and employment team at BFBM – Barroso Fontelles, Barcellos, Mendonça & Associados is especially proficient in bargaining agreements and class actions, acting for clients predominantly from the banking, technology and oil and gas sectors. Leading the group is Paulo Araujo, who brings together expertise in labour law, litigation and public law. Clarissa Mello da Mata is another name to note for strategic labour litigation.

With offices in Brasilia, São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro, Capanema & Belmonte Advogados possesses over six decades of experience in non-contentious and contentious labour matters. Practice co-head Pedro Capanema is particularly well-versed in contentious labour matters. Similarly, co-head Maria Cristina Capanema Thomaz Belmonte has a wealth of experience in union negotiations, collective claims and matters before the superior courts. The team can also rely on the expertise of other key members, such as Pedro Ivo Leão Ribeiro Agra Belmonte, labour litigation and consulting specialist Karina Noêmia Abbud Alves and Fernando Henrique de Medeiros Souza, who brings together experience in civil, labour and social security law.

Regarded in the Brazilian market for its ‘pioneering position’, the labour and employment practice at Chalfin, Goldberg & Vainboim Advogados has amassed an impressive client roster featuring companies from the financial services, consumer goods, and e-commerce sectors, among others. Capable of assisting businesses with both the contentious and non-contentious front, the team possesses substantial experience in litigation arising from dismissals, occupational health and safety, and employment relationships, as well as employee transfers and compliance. Priscila Fichtner, noted as ‘a reference in the labour area’, focuses on compliance and leads the group in Rio, while Pamella Abreu is the main contact in the São Paulo office.

Labour and employment boutique GBM Advogados was co-founded by Luiz Marcelo Figueiras de Góis, the former employment head at BMA Advogados, Julia de Castro Tavares Braga and Vitor Mendonça in 2023. Demonstrating considerable expertise in both contentious and non-contentious labour and employment matters, the team often advises companies from the infrastructure, energy, financial, real estate and tech sectors on union negotiations and proceedings before both regional labour courts and the Superior Labour Court.

HRSA Sociedade de Advogados is sought after for its expertise in handling contentious and non-contentious labour and employment matters for clients from a range of sectors, such as financial services and retail. On the contentious front, the team has a wealth of experience in both administrative and judicial proceedings, while on the advisory side, the group provides consultancy services related to employment relationships, compensation and benefits, and internal policies. Maria Fernanda de Medeiros Redi, who focuses on health and safety issues, the labour aspects of corporate transactions, and executive hiring and dismissals, co-leads the department alongside Fernanda Maria Rossignolli, who stands out for her aptitude for advising on compensation structures, labour litigation, and compliance.

Specialising in individual labour lawsuits prompted by workplace harassment, compensation, and employment relationships, Leite, Tosto e Barros Advogados Associados‘ labour and employment practice has extensive experience representing clients before the regional courts and the Superior Labour Court. Alongside its contentious expertise, the team also offers consultancy services related to union relations, regulatory compliance, and audits. Luciana Arduin Fonseca, a key contact for labour lawsuits, co-leads the department alongside Renata Christina Silveira Araújo, noted for her expertise in disputes arising from restructuring and judicial recoveries, and Priscila Mara Peresi, who handles investigations and harassment claims.

Noted for providing 'practical and objective recommendations even on complex issues', Nogueira Haret Melo and Maroli is adept at assisting clients from a variety of industries with both contentious and advisory labour, social security and union negotiation matters. Practice head Henrique Soares Melo is well-respected for his depth of labour law expertise, which covers individual and collective labour matters, union negotiations, and litigation. Cássio Ramos Báfero is particularly skilled in contentious issues, while João Victor Belchior Gonçalo is often engaged in union negotiations, compliance and labour lawsuits.

‘Recognised as a model of excellence in the national legal market’, Siqueira Castro – Advogados specialises in contentious mandates including mass litigation, individual labour lawsuits, and public civil actions. The group regularly represents a range of clients, including energy, software, and tourist companies, before the regional courts, labour tribunals, and the Superior Labour Court. Leading the labour and employment practice is André De Souza Santos, who has considerable expertise in administrative and judicial proceedings and also assists with advisory matters related to company policies. Former co-head Otavio Pinto e Silva left the firm in April 2025.

With a strong following of clients from the retail, technology, chemical and heavy industry segments, Tenório da Veiga Advogados stands out for its solid track record in labour and employment litigation, particularly in relation to union matters and collective claims. Headed by Luiz Felipe Tenorio Da Veiga, the team possesses experience in representing clients in the higher labour courts. Other notable practitioners include Ciro Ferrando de Almeida and Natalia Vasconcelos.