our team
Our team is led by lawyers Gilberto Fraga, Luiz Carlos Fraga, and Ilan Machtyngier, and is made up of professionals who grow within the firm, in an environment of respect, listening, and valuing people.
Gilberto Fraga
attorney
but you can call me Gil
administrative and regulatory
litigation and arbitration
tax
Graduated in Law from the State University of Rio de Janeiro (UERJ) in 1990. Postgraduate degree in Tax Law from Candido Mendes University (UCAM), under the coordination of the Brazilian Association of Financial Law (ABDF), by the Center for University Studies and Extension of São Paulo, and in Economic and Business Law from the Getúlio Vargas Foundation (FGV-RJ).
Tax lawyer with a focus on strategic litigation, representing national and international clients from various sectors of the economy in tax proceedings at both the administrative and judicial levels. A large part of his work involves defining strategies and conducting highly complex litigation before courts and administrative adjudication bodies. Author of several articles in prominent publications, he is frequently invited to speak on panels related to substantive and procedural tax law issues, including symposia and seminars promoted by the School of Magistrates of the State of Rio de Janeiro (EMERJ), the Brazilian Bar Association – Rio de Janeiro Section (OAB/RJ), the Commercial Association of Rio de Janeiro, the Federation of Industries of the State of Rio de Janeiro (FIRJAN), the Construction Industry Union of the State of Rio de Janeiro (SINDUSCON-Rio), and International Business Communications (IBC). He is a full member of the OAB-RJ and Vice-President of the Special Commission on Tax Matters. Member of the Permanent Forum on Tax Law of the School of Magistrates of the State of Rio de Janeiro. He was coordinator and professor in specialization courses in Tax Law (1994-2000) under the coordination of Candido Mendes University (UCAM), Institute of Business Studies (IEE), Brazilian Association of Financial Law (ABDF) and School of Magistrates of the State of Rio de Janeiro (EMERJ).
Recognized by the International Tax Review (ITR), a leading publication in Tax Law, as a standout in the Tax Controversy Leaders category in the 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, and 2018 editions. Featured on the LACCA Approved list of most admired lawyers, an international publication that showcases leading names in the legal market recommended by legal directors of the largest companies in Latin America, in the areas of Litigation and Tax.
Luiz Carlos Fraga
attorney
but you can call me Luiz
labor
Graduado em Direito pela Universidade Candido Mendes (UCAM), em 2002 e em Engenharia Industrial pela Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Rio de Janeiro (PUC-Rio), em 1985. Especializado em Administração Industrial pela Northern Crops Institute, Dakota do Norte, EUA.
Especialista em direito e processo do trabalho, com vasta experiência em consultoria e contencioso judicial, bem como atuação em procedimentos administrativos. Representa clientes no contencioso de grandes empresas – especialmente em ações judiciais e procedimentos administrativos de relevância estratégica ligadas a executivos, expatriados, sindicatos, entre outros. Presta consultoria em transferências internacionais de empregados (expatriados e repatriados), prevenção de litígios, planos de incentivo e remuneração, demissões coletivas e planejamento estratégico. Membro do Tribunal de Ética e Disciplina da OAB Seccional Rio de Janeiro. Membro da Banca Examinadora da Magistratura do Tribunal Regional do Trabalho da 1ª Região. Atuou como Diretor de Projetos Especiais da Moinhos Vera Cruz S.A. e como Diretor Superintendente na Cervejaria Petrópolis S.A.
Figura na lista dos advogados mais admirados da LACCA Approved, publicação internacional que divulga os principais nomes do mercado jurídico recomendados por diretores jurídicos das maiores empresas da América Latina, na área Labour. Reconhecido pelo anuário Análise Advocacia 500 como um dos advogados mais admirados do Brasil na área Trabalhista.
Ilan Machtyngier
attorney
but you can call me Ilan
administrative and regulatory
litigation and arbitration
tax
Graduated in Law from the Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro (PUC-Rio) in 2005. Postgraduate degree in Business Law from the Brazilian Institute of Capital Markets of Rio de Janeiro (IBMEC-Rio).
Our practice focuses on strategic litigation, representing clients from various sectors of the economy in civil and tax matters, in both administrative and judicial spheres, including Courts of Justice, Federal Regional Courts, Superior Courts, and Administrative Judgment Bodies. A significant portion of our work involves acting in administrative proceedings before regulatory agencies and public administration bodies.
Featured on the LACCA Approved list of most admired lawyers, an international publication that showcases leading names in the legal market recommended by legal directors of the largest companies in Latin America, in the area of Litigation. Recognized by the Análise Advocacia 500 yearbook as one of the most admired lawyers in Brazil in the area of Healthcare.
Bruno Martins
Product Manager
but you can call me Bruno
labor
Graduated in Law from Candido Mendes University.
Works in the labor law field with an emphasis on process management, development of projects to reduce conflicts and labor liabilities, as well as the analysis and review of labor practices. Active participation in labor hearings, inspections by the Ministry of Labor and Employment, and judicial expert reports, as well as in negotiations with unions and professional associations. Serves clients primarily in the infrastructure, life sciences and healthcare, financial services, and retail and consumer goods sectors.
Christiane Dias
attorney
but you can call me Chris
labor
Graduated in Law from Estácio de Sá University. Specialized in Labor Law and Procedure from Candido Mendes University.
Works in the labor law field with an emphasis on process management, developing projects to reduce conflicts and labor liabilities, as well as analyzing and reviewing labor practices. Actively participates in labor hearings, inspections by the Ministry of Labor and Employment, and judicial expert reports. Serves clients primarily in the infrastructure, life sciences and healthcare, and retail and consumer goods sectors.
Daniele Santiago
attorney
but you can call me Dani
administrative and regulatory
litigation and arbitration
tax
Graduated in Law from the Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro. Specialized in Tax Law from the Brazilian Institute of Tax Studies - IBET. Completed an extension course in Tax Planning at the Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro.
Specialist in Tax Law with solid experience in administrative and judicial tax litigation, involving operations of national and foreign companies. Also coordinates the review of tax procedures to identify potential tax credits and highlight risks and contingencies. Has participated in large-scale arbitrations as well as strategic processes for major clients. Has experience in the infrastructure, oil and gas, retail and consumer goods, maritime, telecommunications, energy, life science and healthcare sectors.
Nina Rosa Gil Reis
attorney
but you can call me Nina
labor
Holds a law degree from the Federal University of Bahia. Specialized in Higher Education Teaching - Mackenzie University. Specialized in Labor Law from the University of São Paulo.
She works as a lawyer and consultant in the labor law field. She works with the Labor Public Prosecutor's Office, Regional Labor Courts, the Superior Labor Court (TST), and the Supreme Federal Court (STF). She gives lectures in courses and seminars on various topics related to the area, including Organizational Management Strategy, Collective Bargaining, Labor Liability of Administrators, Labor Rights, Retirement, Rights and Duties of Expatriates, and the Future of Outsourcing. She has experience in the legal management role of a large business group in the engineering sector. She was awarded by the Brazilian Bar Association (OAB), Rio Grande do Sul Section – 1991/93 term, for outstanding performance in the practice of law.
Pedro Mattos
attorney
but you can call me Pedro
administrative and regulatory
litigation and arbitration
tax
Holds a Law degree from Candido Mendes University. Holds a degree in Social Sciences from the Federal Fluminense University. Master's degree in Legal and Social Sciences from the Federal Fluminense University. Doctorate in Political Science and Constitutional Theory from the Federal Fluminense University.
Has experience in tax and civil law. Represents national and international companies, covering various sectors of the economy, such as telecommunications, media and entertainment, energy, life science and health, and infrastructure. Also works in academia, with an emphasis on research focused on the fields of Legal Theory and Political Science.
Vivianne Zalmon Rosemberg
advogada
but you can call me Vivi
administrative and regulatory
litigation and arbitration
tax
Holds a law degree from the Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro (PUC/RJ). Specialized in Tax Law from the School of Magistrates of the State of Rio de Janeiro (EMERJ). Master's degree in Intellectual Property and Innovation from the National Institute of Industrial Property (INPI). PhD candidate in Intellectual Property and Innovation at the National Institute of Industrial Property (INPI).
Works in the area of legal consulting, focusing on corporate law, contracts, regulatory matters, and intellectual property. Has experience in conducting due diligence, coordinating demands with public bodies, and drafting and reviewing legal documents. Also possesses a solid track record in civil and tax litigation, representing clients in administrative and judicial proceedings, including Courts of Justice, Regional Federal Courts, Superior Courts, and administrative bodies. Provides advice to companies in various sectors, such as mining, maritime, media and entertainment, telecommunications, technology, retail, consumer goods, healthcare, and life sciences.