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English-speaking Brazilian lawyer Gustavo Ricci in a professional office

Brazilian counsel for international clients

English-speaking legal counsel in Brazil.

Clear legal guidance and representation for people, families and businesses outside Brazil with matters governed by Brazilian law.

OAB/MG 166.054OAB/SP 540.246Practicing law since 2015

Fluent communication in English and Portuguese

Brazilian attorney admitted in Minas Gerais and Sao Paulo

Remote service for clients outside Brazil

Legal practice since 2015

Brazilian legal services

A clear point of contact for legal matters in Brazil.

The firm assists with selected matters under Brazilian law after reviewing jurisdiction, scope, conflicts and the documents available.

Criminal-law representation is not provided. Every matter remains subject to an individual legal assessment before engagement.

01

Family and cross-border personal matters

Brazilian family-law issues involving people who live in different countries, including divorce, parental matters and the legal effects of relationships in Brazil.

02

Inheritance, probate and estate matters

Guidance for heirs, beneficiaries and families dealing with estates, probate proceedings, succession planning or assets located in Brazil.

03

Contracts, debts and civil disputes

Contract review, breach of contract, unpaid obligations, negotiations and civil claims connected to Brazilian parties, assets or transactions.

04

Property and real estate in Brazil

Legal review of property documents, purchases, sales, leases, possession, regularization and disputes involving real estate in Brazil.

05

Banking, consumer and compensation claims

Matters involving unauthorized transactions, bank fraud, service failures, consumer disputes and civil liability under Brazilian law.

06

Employment, business and strategic civil matters

Selected employment, corporate, commercial and strategic civil matters that require coordinated legal work and clear communication in English.

English legal guides

Go deeper into the Brazilian issue relevant to you.

These pages explain common documents, international formalities and practical questions before an individual assessment.

01

Inheritance and probate

English-language legal guidance for heirs and families abroad dealing with probate, succession and assets located in Brazil.

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02

Power of attorney

Guidance in English on powers of attorney, signatures and document formalities for legal matters in Brazil.

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03

Real estate

English-language legal review for international clients buying, selling, inheriting or resolving disputes over property in Brazil.

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04

Cross-border family matters

English-language guidance on divorce, parental and family matters involving Brazil and people living in different countries.

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05

Contracts and civil disputes

English-language legal review for contracts, unpaid obligations, negotiations and civil disputes connected to Brazil.

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06

Legal representation in Brazil

English-speaking Brazilian legal representation for individuals, companies and foreign counsel with matters connected to Brazil.

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Who the firm assists

International context, Brazilian legal work.

The page is designed for people and organizations that need a Brazilian lawyer but prefer to communicate and receive explanations in English.

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Foreign individuals and families

People who have family, assets, contracts, investments or other legal interests connected to Brazil.

02

Brazilians living abroad

Brazilian citizens who need legal guidance or representation in Brazil while living in another country.

03

Companies and investors

International businesses, founders and investors facing contracts, claims, liabilities or counterparties in Brazil.

04

International professional partners

Foreign lawyers and advisers who need coordinated Brazilian counsel for a client or a specific local matter.

Gustavo Ricci Advocacia office in Brazil

Based in Uberlandia, Minas Gerais

In-person meetings by prior arrangement and remote service for clients in other countries.

Working across borders

Distance should not make the legal process harder to understand.

The goal is to make the Brazilian side of the matter clear: what is known, which documents matter, what requires confirmation and how the next steps can be organized.

Communication can take place by WhatsApp, email and video call. Relevant legal developments can be explained in English without removing the precision required by Brazilian law.

Documents issued abroad may require specific formalities before use in Brazil. Those requirements are assessed according to the country of origin, the type of document and the authority before which it will be presented.

How it works

A structured path from the first message to representation.

The initial contact is designed to identify whether the matter can be handled and what information is needed before any formal engagement.

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Initial review in English

You provide a concise summary, the parties involved, relevant dates and the connection of the matter to Brazil.

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Scope and document assessment

The firm checks whether the matter is within its practice, identifies the documents that require review and defines the appropriate next step.

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Strategy and formal engagement

After conflicts, scope and fees are addressed, the legal strategy and any required powers of attorney or formalities are organized.

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Representation with clear updates

The matter is conducted in Brazil with organized communication in English, including practical explanations of relevant developments.

Brazilian attorney Gustavo Queiroz De Ricci

Your Brazilian counsel

Direct communication with the lawyer responsible for the matter.

Gustavo Queiroz De Ricci is a Brazilian attorney who has practiced law since 2015 and is admitted to the Brazilian Bar in Minas Gerais and Sao Paulo.

He is fluent in English and works with a modern, organized approach to legal analysis, client communication and digital service.

His practice combines civil, family, succession, contractual, property, banking, employment, social-security and selected business matters, always within the scope confirmed for each engagement.

OAB/MG 166.054OAB/SP 540.246
About Gustavo Ricci

Frequently asked questions

Practical answers before the first contact.

General information for people outside Brazil who are considering Brazilian legal assistance.

Do I need to travel to Brazil to hire a lawyer?

Not necessarily. Initial meetings, document review and many stages of legal work can often be handled remotely. Whether your physical presence is required depends on the type of matter, the documents involved and procedural requirements.

Can the firm represent clients anywhere in Brazil?

The firm can assess and conduct matters in different parts of Brazil when the subject, jurisdiction and procedural conditions allow it. The appropriate structure is confirmed after the initial review.

Can communication and legal updates be provided in English?

Yes. Meetings, explanations and regular communication can be conducted in English. Documents filed before Brazilian authorities may still need to follow Portuguese-language and formal requirements.

Can I sign a power of attorney while outside Brazil?

Often yes, but the required form depends on the document, the country where it is signed and its intended use in Brazil. Notarization, an apostille, consular formalities or a sworn translation may be required in some situations.

What should I send in the first message?

A short summary of the issue, your current country, the people or companies involved, important dates and the Brazilian connection is enough for the first contact. Sensitive documents should be shared only through the channel indicated by the firm.

Does the firm handle criminal cases?

No. The firm does not provide criminal-law representation. Its work is focused on civil, family, succession, contractual, property, banking, consumer, employment, social-security and selected business matters.

How are legal fees defined?

Fees depend on the scope, complexity, urgency, procedural stage and work required. The structure is presented after the initial information and documents have been reviewed.

Initial contact in English

Present the Brazilian side of your matter.

A concise message with your location, the people or companies involved, important dates and the connection to Brazil is enough to begin the initial review.

An initial inquiry does not create an attorney-client relationship. Please do not send confidential or sensitive documents until the firm confirms the appropriate channel.