Cescon Barrieu Flesch & Barreto Advogados

A well-regarded firm in Brazil, Cescon Barrieu Flesch & Barreto Advogados stands out with its strong transactional tax practice, reputation for sophisticated tax structures, and corporate structuring acumen. The firm’s expertise is particularly strong in the pharmaceutical, energy, and consumer goods industries.

During the research period, the team represented Via Varejo in a dispute involving the deduction of goodwill-related expenses. This was a relevant precedent not only to the client but also to all taxpayers, since it is was one of the first favorable precents of the CSRF involving the amortization of goodwill in this kind of tax planning

The team welcomed Carolina Romanini Miguel from Machado Associados as a partner.

Client feedback

“Technical knowledge and responsive.”