Mattos Filho acts as legal adviser to big tech players, start-ups, banks and digital platforms in regulatory, transactional and contractual matters. The team is well versed in the structuring of new businesses, products and services, and showcases strength in emerging issues, such as AI, blockchain, crypto and deep fakes. With over two decades of experience in media, entertainment, tech, data protection and IP matters, Fabio Kujawski offers advice on transactions, contracts and regulations within the tech sector. Paulo Brancher is a key contact for banking, financial services, tech and e-commerce companies, while Thiago Sombra is especially skilled at acting for industry players in administrative proceedings, contractual and compliance matters. Luiz Felipe Di Sessa is knowledgeable of digital platforms, technology licensing and transfers. Lisa Worcman focuses on the intersection of tech and media, and is an authority on related tax issues.

Pinheiro Neto Advogados stands out in the technology, innovation and digital business landscape for its longstanding experience in sector-related both contentions and non-contentious mandates. Best-known for its top-tier expertise in regulatory issues, the team is regularly instructed by major tech, financial services, and e-commerce companies, as well as digital and social media platforms. The firm has a base in Palo Alto, enabling it to assist Silicon Valley giants and start-ups effectively. Raphael de Cunto brings together knowledge of corporate law, media and technology matters; André Zonaro Giacchetta is the go-to name for litigation involving IP rights and technology transfer issues; and José Mauro Decoussau Machado handles both litigation and transactional work for tech clients. Larissa Galimberti is proficient in the structuring of new tech products, services and platforms, with a particular focus on the banking, healthcare, and agribusiness sectors. Internet specialist Ciro Torres Freitas advises on data protection issues, while Márcio Junqueira Leite handles a mix of commercial litigation, IP and technology matters.

With a strong focus on technology, TozziniFreire Advogados assists start-ups, major social media platforms and tech companies with internet and digital law issues. The all-female practice handles both consultancy and litigation matters for tech giants, with Marcela Waksman Ejnisman taking the lead on non-contentious matters – such as technology transfer agreements, M&A, and new product and service launches – and Patricia Helena Marta Martins overseeing the contentious work, which covers the administrative and judicial spheres. Ejnisman assists companies with their innovation programmes, contracts and complex due diligence, while digital law specialist Martins is skilled in civil litigation before the high courts, and matters concerning digital electoral law and fake news. Another name to note for non-contentious issues, Carla do Couto Hellu Battilana excels in technology and data protection matters. Bruna Borghi Tomé and Sofia Gavião Kilmar offer key support in litigation involving the tech sector.

A popular destination for start-ups and established tech companies alike, B/Luz is regarded as an ‘extremely technical firm‘ that is equipped to assist with an array of sector-related mandates, including technology agreements (such as software development agreements and technology licenses), joint venture contracts, as well as regulatory and IP issues. The practice is jointly led by Pedro Ramos, Vanessa Pirró and Fernando Bousso: known for his work in digital media, advertising and IT, Ramos is a key contact for international tech companies; Pirró focuses on technology transactions, IP and data protection issues; and Bousso mainly advises start-ups, high-tech and AdTech companies on tech and data privacy matters. Bruna Castanheira de Freitas, who coordinates tech regulatory mandates, is a name to note for emerging areas like AI and urban mobility. Associate Andressa Bizutti is skilled in advising advertising, social media and streaming companies on regulatory matters.

Trench Rossi Watanabe‘s IP and technology practice has a notable presence in contentious matters, having recently worked in several cases relating to the Fake News Bill and disruptive technologies before the Superior Court of Justice and the Supreme Court. Content moderation, cybersecurity issues and software, licensing and other IT agreements are key pillars of the practice, which is also adept at assisting with the implementation of AI projects. Flavia Rebello focuses on tech and outsourcing transactions, while Marcela Trigo De Souza leads on IT and data litigation. Flávia Amaral is the go-to for clients requiring assistance with data privacy and cybersecurity cases, and Felipe Zaltman Saldanha advises on content moderation and civil law issues.

Combining expertise in data protection, digital and internet law, BFBM – Barroso Fontelles, Barcellos, Mendonça & Associados assists major domestic and international tech clients and start-ups in sector-related contentious and regulatory matters. Litigation is at the core of the practice, which has handled cases before the superior courts concerning fake news, content moderation and hacking. Practice head Eduardo Mendonça has handled numerous sensitive cases before the higher courts, as well as class actions and law enforcement orders. André Zanatta co-leads the team and is a specialist in data protection and privacy issues. Bringing together experience in constitutional, administrative, regulatory and tax matters, Felipe de Melo Fonte often advises on the regulation of new and emerging technologies.

The technology practice at Machado Meyer Sendacz e Opice Advogados is led by Juliana Abrusio, who possesses wide-ranging expertise in digital law, privacy, data protection and AI. The structuring of new digital business models and mandates pertaining to the fintech, insurtech, edtech and healthtech segments are key areas of expertise for practice head Abrusio. The department is skilled at advising on tech regulations, but also showcases notable strength in sector-related litigation and emerging issues - including AI and blockchain. Key support is offered by a solid team of associates including Marcelo de Castro Cunha Filho, Maurício Antonio Tamer and Chiara Battaglia Tonin, all of whom assist with digital law and data privacy matters. Rayana Vince Virgolino, who joined the firm as an associate from Pinheiro Neto Advogados in May 2023, focuses on emerging technologies.

A popular choice for fintechs, major tech companies, e-commerce clients and start-ups, Cascione Pulino Boulos Advogados provides well-rounded legal support, covering the development and launch of new products, commercial agreements and data privacy matters. Marcelo Padua Lima and Fábio de Souza Aranha Cascione jointly oversee the practice, with Lima focusing on assisting financial and payment institutions as well as e-commerce clients with regulatory and contractual issues, and Cascione taking the lead on cross-border transactions and the structuring of new tech and financial products. Karin Klempp Franco, who joined from Barcellos Tucunduva Advogados in late 2023, advises on data protection, IP and technology matters.

Cescon Barrieu regularly assists clients in the tech space with the drafting and negotiation of technology transfers and other agreements involving software, computer cloud services, R&D and innovation, AI, NFTs and marketplaces. The team is also well versed in reviewing regulations and policies relating to information security, and handling due diligence, licensing and compliance matters. The technology practice is led by Tania Liberman, who brings together expertise in tech, IP and data protection, has recently advised clients on platform regulations and AI issues. Co-head Julia Pazos joined the firm in November 2023 from DSMA Azulay Advogados Associados, bringing a wealth of experience in tech contracts, digital law and IP assets – including patents and trade marks. Also at the helm of the practice is Thays Castaldi Gentil, who joined from Mattos Filho in May 2023.

Singled out for its ‘unique combination of specialised knowledge, commitment to innovation and a client-centric approach‘, Demarest Advogados‘s TMT practice, which is divided into four teams focused on technology, IP and innovation, dispute resolution and start-ups, assists multinational tech corporations, and local and foreign start-ups with contentious and non-contentious matters. Practice head Tatiana Campello leads the IP and innovation part of the department, and excels in technology transfer agreements and licensing issues. Civil litigation and arbitration specialist Camila Biral is a go-to name for start-ups; recently promoted partner Fernando Maluf is also noted for his experience in constitutional, regulatory and tech-related disputes. Tomás Filipe Schoeller Paiva  focuses on the telecoms and tech sector and is supported by senior associate Vitor Amorim, whose expertise includes new technologies and media. Senior associate Camila Garrote focuses on digital law and IT.

Dias Carneiro Advogados is best known for its presence in the video gaming space, where it assists a number of industry players with regulatory issues and agreements. The team is also skilled at advising tech start-ups with the structuring of business models, the drafting and review of terms of use and privacy policies, and software licensing agreements. With broad expertise across IP, tech and data privacy issues, department head Vanessa Pareja Lerner advises start-ups, gaming and tech companies on transactions and data privacy issues. Associate Paula Eid Pagani assists with data compliance and risk analyses.

Felsberg Advogados is often sought out by Brazilian and international start-ups, venture capital funds and corporate venture capital entities seeking advice on transactional and regulatory matters. The team often acts for clients from the insurtech, sportstech, edtech, foodtech and healthtech segments and digital law businesses in the structuring of their operations in Brazil, launch of new products and services, and negotiation of tech-related agreements. Evy Marques specialises in VC deals, corporate and commercial contracts; she leads the practice alongside João Carlos Mendonça, who focuses on technology rights, cryptocurrency and blockchain. Associate Bárbara Nátali Santos is well versed in a variety of transactions and assists fintechs with regulatory issues. Clarissa Luz left the firm in November 2023.

The internet and technology practice at Huck, Otranto, Camargo Advogados is noted for its experience in structuring deals and drafting contractual agreements for fintech, healthtech and IT clients. The team also assists with data protection issues and judicial proceedings in this space. Department leader Priscila Furgeri Morando undertakes work across technology, data protection and IP. Co-head Fábio Floriano Melo Martins focuses on litigation and contractual issues, assisting media and internet companies in complex cases.

Uniting the firm’s expertise in corporate and M&A, tax, IP and litigation, KLA Advogados‘ technology and innovation practice is well placed to handle the entire spectrum of mandates on behalf of tech companies and start-ups. The team regularly advises on emerging technologies, regulatory issues related to new business ventures, and tech transactions. M&A specialist Karin Alvo leads the team alongside senior associate Ana Carolina Cesar, who is proficient in AI, IT, new technologies and IP.

Bringing together expertise in technology, data protection and IP, the team at Lefosse Advogados has accumulated substantial experience in drafting and negotiating technology agreements, and structuring digital businesses - including internet apps and e-commerce platforms. More recently, the group has been increasingly engaged by its local and international client base in mandates concerning new technologies and emerging issues, such as the integration of AI into their business operations. Paulo Lilla leads the team and is highly skilled at structuring and negotiating digital business and technology transfer contracts. Carla Segala is a standout senior associate who assists with the implementation of new digital business models and tech transactions, while associate Mariana Sangoi handles both contentious and non-contentious issues in this space.

The technology, innovation and digital law practice at Opice Blum e Bruno Advogados Associados is skilled at advising healthcare, pharmaceutical, cosmetic and food clients on a range of tech-related matters, including regulatory issues, licensing, agreements and disputes. Innovation projects make up a significant portion of the team's workload, which is further populated by advice on the drafting of contracts, terms of use and privacy policies. Digital marketplaces can also turn to the team for assistance with complex transactions. Digital law specialist Renato Opice Blum, José Roberto Opice Blum, Marcos Bruno, whose tech and digital law expertise extends to AI, cryptocurrency, blockchain and data protection, Camilla Jimene, Danielle Serafino, who specialises in legal design, and Alessandra Borelli all co-lead the practice.

Pereira Neto | Macedo | Rocco Advogados assists major tech companies, legaltechs and online service provides as part of its public law and regulation offering. The team is well versed in regulatory, transactional and litigation matters, and provides legal support to clients in the implementation of innovative technologies - such as generative AI - and business models. Regulatory and competition law specialist Caio Mario Da Silva Pereira Neto oversees the department with Mateus Piva Adami, who advises on telecoms, media and technology issues, and Daniel Douek, who focuses on telecoms regulation, public law and competition litigation.

Rennó, Penteado, Sampaio Advogados was founded in 2017 as a boutique firm specialised in multiple areas, including technology and data protection. The firm is adept at advising large tech companies and start-ups on the implementation of new technologies; its regulatory capabilities are also noteworthy and cover AI, disinformation, content moderation, neural data and cryptocurrency, among other emerging issues. The team is jointly led by technology, IP, data protection and public policy specialist Ronaldo Lemos, Carlos Affonso Souza, who focuses on tech and data protection matters, Sergio Branco, a name to note for IP and internet regulatory issues, and Celina Bottino, who advises clients on the policy making process of tech and AI regulations. Senior associate Vinicius Padrão is noted for his skills in mandates concerning AI, tokenisation and the internet.

Attracting instructions from both international and Brazilian tech clients, the practice at Veirano Advogados offers legal support in a slew of matters, from financings, to contractual, regulatory, and IP issues. Data privacy and protection are part of its core offering, but the team also demonstrates strength in the structuring and launch of new products. Practice head Fábio Pereira embodies the practice’s universal focus as a specialist in technology, IP, licensing, data protection and IT. Senior associate Isabel Hering is noted for her involvement in technology transfer agreements and cloud computing matters.