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By Zachariah Zagol, OAB/SP 351.356 · Updated: April 5, 2026
Starting a business, corporate governance, M&A, and compliance for foreign entrepreneurs in Brazil.
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Articles and analysis on business law topics.
Brazilian Company vs US LLC: Legal Comparison
Complete comparison between Brazilian company (LTDA) and American LLC. Taxation, liability, costs, regulatory burden, and which one to choose.
Corporate Governance for SMEs in Brazil: Guide
Complete guide to corporate governance for small and medium businesses in Brazil. Board structure, compliance, family businesses, and best practices.
Mergers and Acquisitions in Brazil: Legal Guide
Complete guide to M&A in Brazil. Asset vs share deal, CADE regulatory approval, tax implications, SPA structure, reps and warranties explained.
Shareholder Agreement in Brazil: Essential Clauses
Complete guide to shareholder agreements in Brazil. Tag-along, drag-along, non-compete, deadlock resolution, valuation, exit, and vesting.
Judicial Recovery vs Bankruptcy in Brazil: Guide
Comparative guide between judicial recovery and bankruptcy in Brazil. Law 11,101/2005, eligibility, process, creditor classes, and effects.
LGPD Compliance Guide for Businesses in Brazil
Complete LGPD compliance guide for businesses. Key requirements, DPO, legal bases, sanctions up to 2% revenue, ROPA, DPIA, cookies, and consent.
Business Due Diligence in Brazil: Complete Guide
Complete guide to business due diligence in Brazil. Legal, financial, tax, labor, and environmental checklists for acquisitions and investments.
How to Open a Business in Brazil as a Foreigner
Guide to registering a company in Brazil with foreign capital. From CPF to CNPJ, RDE-IED, company types, costs, and timeline.
Franchise Agreement in Brazil: Complete Legal Guide
Complete guide to franchise contracts in Brazil. Law 13,966/19, COF disclosure, royalties, territory, termination, and INPI registration explained.
Family Holding Company in Brazil: Asset Protection
Complete guide to family holding companies in Brazil. Tax benefits, asset protection, ITCMD savings, governance, and succession planning explained.
How to Start a Business in Brazil as a Foreigner
Complete guide for foreigners starting a business in Brazil. Entity types, CNPJ registration, costs, timeline, and legal requirements explained.