Monthly legal counsel for companies in Brazil
Ongoing Brazilian legal support for companies that need to make decisions, contract and prevent disputes without maintaining a complete in-house legal department.
5,0 · 18 Google reviewsMonthly counsel operates as external legal support for management. Scope, contacts, channels and cadence are defined at the outset. Routine matters enter the agreed workflow; extraordinary projects are identified and quoted before any additional work begins.
What may be included in the monthly legal routine.
- Day-to-day contractsDrafting, review and negotiation of recurring agreements, amendments, notices and termination documents.
- Preventive corporate workMinutes, amendments, resolutions and organisation of shareholder decisions within the agreed scope.
- Preventive employment supportAdvice on hiring, policies, disciplinary measures, termination and employment documentation.
- Trademarks and intangible assetsPortfolio guidance, licence agreements, deadline monitoring and referral of specific INPI measures.
- Data protectionOngoing support with contracts, data-subject requests, internal policies and decisions affected by the LGPD.
- Legal risk managementPrioritisation of pending matters, recorded recommendations and a consolidated view of decisions for management.
Predictability without turning the retainer into an unlimited package.
The retainer is designed around expected volume, complexity and the practice areas the company actually uses. The engagement defines what is included, the service channels and the response arrangements for each category of matter.
Recurring issues benefit from accumulated context: the team does not need to reintroduce the whole operation for every question. Out-of-scope projects — such as a corporate reorganisation, litigation or an extensive audit — are separated and submitted for approval.
Ongoing counsel provides external legal support for the company's routine. For a standalone corporate matter, see Corporate Law; for a specific agreement, see Commercial Contracts.
How we run the work.
- Legal routine assessmentWe map practice areas, volume, contacts, documents and decisions that reach legal.
- Scope definitionWe record included work, limits, channels, cadence and responsibilities on each side.
- Request intakeWe set a simple flow for requests, minimum information and priority classification.
- Advice and recordEach recommendation is documented and connected to earlier contracts, policies and decisions.
- Periodic reviewWe track pending matters, adjust priorities and verify whether the scope remains appropriate.
What to bring to the first conversation.
Documents that speed up the review
You do not need everything organised before speaking to us. These items help define scope and priorities.
- Articles of association and amendments
- Organisation chart and internal contacts
- Most-used contract templates
- Current policies and regulations
- Map of proceedings and disputes
- Recurring-obligations calendar
- List of relevant trademarks and assets
- Estimated monthly request volume
Informational content under Brazilian Bar Association Rule 205/2021. Engagement is subject to case review and a written proposal; no outcome is promised.
What clients say on Google.
“From the very start I was looked after exceptionally. The team is attentive and explains every step.”
Amanda M. · Google“Excellent, highly qualified professionals. I highlight the professionalism, the service and the honesty.”
Rita G. · Google“Very polite, patient, always with precise, accurate answers. I recommend them with no reservations!”
Thais T. · GoogleReal client reviews published on Google.
Who leads this area.
Partner in charge of the corporate practice (OAB/SP 344.334). Postgraduate in Business Law (FGV), advising on the drafting and negotiation of commercial contracts, corporate matters, trademarks and data protection. Member of AASP and of the AIPLA. Fluent in English.
Meet Renato FalchetWe also handle standalone matters.
Specific matters can also be covered by a separate engagement. See also Corporate Law and Commercial Contracts in Brazil.
Common questions.
Does monthly counsel operate as an outsourced legal department?
It can support the routine as external counsel, but the design depends on the company structure. The engagement defines responsibilities, contacts, included matters and what remains with the internal team or other providers.
Does the monthly fee include every legal matter?
No. The scope is set out in writing. Foreseeable recurring matters enter the retainer; extraordinary projects, litigation and unusually high-volume work are identified in advance and may receive a separate proposal.
Can we start with only one practice area?
Yes. Counsel may begin with contracts, preventive corporate work, employment, trademarks or data protection and be reviewed as the company’s actual demand becomes clear.
How are requests organised?
We define channels, contacts and minimum information for each request. This makes it possible to classify priority, record advice and track pending matters without relying on scattered conversations.
Can a company outside São Paulo retain the firm?
Yes. Meetings, document review and deliverables can be handled remotely. Matters requiring local action or counsel in another jurisdiction are assessed case by case.
How is the monthly fee calculated?
The fee reflects the practice areas, expected volume, complexity and cadence. The proposal describes scope and the circumstances for additional work before engagement.
Does your company need a more predictable legal routine?
Tell us how requests are handled today. We assess the expected volume and provide a proposal with scope, limits and service arrangements.