Dalazen, Pessoa & Bresciani Sociedade de Advogados
Labor Law and Tax Experts

Brazil is a hub for many global businesses due to its rich pool of diverse and skilled talent and well-structured employment laws. The Brazilian labor framework guarantees a safe and fair environment for employers and employees, promoting harmonious, healthy employment relationships and business growth. However, the labor law landscape is constantly reforming, leading to legal uncertainty and making it challenging for businesses to navigate the complexities of employment laws. The new work environment, with an increasing hybrid and remote work culture, has also led to legal ambiguities and inconsistent rulings, even within the same judicial body.

Dalazen, Pessoa & Bresciani Sociedade de Advogados (DPB Advogados), a litigation and consultancy firm, offers comprehensive legal representation across Brazil. Specializing in labor and tax laws, the firm delivers labor consultancy services to help clients navigate the complexities of the Brazilian labor market and laws. It analyzes client inquiries against prevailing legal interpretations and Supreme Labor Court rulings, facilitating informed decisions about risks.

Founded by retired judges from the Supreme Labor Court, DPB Advogados leverages the unparalleled expertise of jurists and seasoned attorneys to advocate for clients in their most critical legal challenges.

“We understand the importance of specialized legal support, particularly for corporate clients facing complex labor disputes, and are committed to providing personalized service,” says Marcos Saraiva, partner. “Our goal is to be more than a lawyer to our clients. We become their dedicated partners in navigating the intricacies of labor law, delivering tailor-made solutions that align with their company’s needs.”

DPB Advogados mainly handles cases that have reached the Supreme Labor Court. This is where its specialized knowledge and strategic insight can be effectively employed, guiding clients through the complexities of high-stakes legal challenges.
Its approach to legal representation focuses on the significance and complexity of the cases, irrespective of the size or sector of clients. This includes pivotal legal issues such as assault or other significant matters with substantial financial implications. The firm handles these high-profile cases with the utmost dedication under the guidance of founding members, ensuring clients benefit from their daily hands-on involvement and profound legal acumen.

This boutique labor law firm concentrates on a select portfolio of 20 to 30 cases, allowing it to provide dedicated and comprehensive legal services. Its strategic approach to representation begins with an in-depth consultation where the team of seasoned experts— comprising practicing and retired attorneys—collaborates closely with the client to gain a comprehensive understanding of their situation. The initial inquiries help in designing a strategic blueprint exclusively for the client, precisely guiding the trajectory of their case. Instead of focusing on one-size-fits-all solutions, the team crafts a personalized plan of action, whether for engaging in litigation, pursuing a settlement, or managing the public profile of the case.

A recent success involves representing a well-known medical company in Brazil facing a series of lawsuits—approximately 12 to 13—filed by physicians. These doctors sought recognition as employees instead of independent professionals, claiming entitlement to the full spectrum of employee benefits. DPB Advogados’ legal team secured victories in almost all these cases, demonstrating its exceptional skill and expertise. The team successfully established that the doctors were independent professionals who fully comprehended the nature of their contractual agreements with the medical insurance company and were not eligible for the benefits reserved for regular employees. Its ability to clearly articulate the distinction between independent contractor and employee status affirmed the contractual understanding between the parties and resulted in substantial financial savings for the client, around 7 million Reais.

The firm has successfully represented many such clients in their legal matters, leveraging its over seven years of experience in the legal market. Apart from expertise in labor law, DPB Advogados expanded its service portfolio to include a dedicated tax division in 2020. Today, its tax department provides comprehensive advice and assistance, including negotiations of federal, state, and municipal debts and representation in various tax-related proceedings.

DPB Advogados consistently delivers favorable outcomes in complex tax and labor law cases, positioning itself as a versatile and client-focused legal practice.