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Court Keeps Real Estate Capital Contributions Tax-Free
09/01/2026

Court Keeps Real Estate Capital Contributions Tax-Free

A recent Brazilian court decision clarified how shareholders can lawfully contribute real estate property to their company’s capital without paying ITBI tax.

Brazilian Judge Demands Plain Legal Writing
08/25/2026

Brazilian Judge Demands Plain Legal Writing

A Brazilian judge is demanding that litigants use plain Portuguese and keep petitions to six pages, following in the footsteps of the US plain English movement.

Late Conflict Disclosure Can Sink an Arbitration Award
08/18/2026

Late Conflict Disclosure Can Sink an Arbitration Award

In Brazil, failure to disclose an arbitrator’s conflicts of interest in a timely manner can invalidate the award and undermine the integrity of the process.

Quick Tips for Reading a Brazilian Property Record
08/11/2026

Quick Tips for Reading a Brazilian Property Record

Ever noticed the “R.” and “Av.” abbreviations in a Brazilian real estate matrícula? Learn what they mean and how to use them in your real estate due diligence.

When “Customers Only” Parking Goes Too Far
08/04/2026

When “Customers Only” Parking Goes Too Far

A Brazilian court ordered a drugstore to remove its cones and signs reserving the public street parking in front of its store exclusively for its customers.

US Trademarks Stop at the Brazilian Border
07/28/2026

US Trademarks Stop at the Brazilian Border

A recent lawsuit involving Brazil’s Flamengo soccer team highlights why businesses should protect their trademarks and avoid infringing on third-party brands.

The Thinly Veiled Truth About Limited Liability in Brazil
07/21/2026

The Thinly Veiled Truth About Limited Liability in Brazil

Limited liability is great in theory, but Brazilian courts love to pierce the corporate veil. Here’s how the STJ’s recent ruling helps to protect your assets.

Did the Brazilian Government Steal the Idea for Pix?
07/14/2026

Did the Brazilian Government Steal the Idea for Pix?

What if Brazil’s Pix payment system was not really created by the Central Bank? This is what an English teacher claims while seeking a million reais in damages.

Unless the Coach Calls, Get to Work
07/07/2026

Unless the Coach Calls, Get to Work

Even during the World Cup, Brazilian employees can’t legally skip work to cheer on the national soccer team. They must still comply with company policies.

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