Venture Capital & Startups
Combining legal expertise with a deep understanding of the innovation ecosystem, we advise entrepreneurs, accelerators, investors, and corporations in navigating the legal nuances of their businesses. We assist in structuring both national and international ventures, mitigating the risks of dynamic and often regulated environments.
Our practice is full service and supports startups (from early stage to unicorns), growth companies, Venture Capital (VC) and Private Equity (PE) funds, Corporate Venture Capital (CVC), and strategic and financial investors. We work on fundraising and investment structuring transactions, and also provide advisory and strategic support on corporate, contractual, regulatory, tax, labor, consumer, and intellectual property matters.
The creation of the team was driven by the desire to incorporate entrepreneurial spirit into our firm, building a multidisciplinary team and developing creative solutions to meet the needs of each case and client.
We are involved in all stages of a startup’s life cycle, from foundation to potential liquidity events, offering strategic and legal support on matters such as:
Fundraising:
- Structuring and negotiating investment rounds.
- Representing startups, investors, and funds in negotiating terms and structuring deals.
- Drafting and reviewing investment agreements, including convertible notes, SAFEs, convertible promissory notes, and equity acquisitions.
Governance and Corporate Structuring:
- Defining the best legal and corporate structure for founders, investors, and advisors.
- Shareholder agreements, founder vesting, and stock option plans (Stock Option Plans, Phantom Shares, RSUs).
- Structuring investment vehicles in Brazil and abroad.
Regulatory and Tax Aspects:
- Tax planning for investment structuring and exits.
- Regulatory advisory in sectors such as fintechs, healthtechs, and mobility startups.
- Structuring and taxation of remittances abroad and receipt of foreign investments.
Intellectual Property and Technology:
- Trademark, patent, and copyright registration and protection.
- Technology licensing, technology transfer, and software agreements.
- Advisory in disputes involving intangible assets and innovation.
Labor Relations and Incentives:
- Structuring team hiring under Brazilian labor law (CLT) and flexible alternatives.
- Labor compliance advisory for rapidly growing startups.
- Negotiation and structuring of long-term incentive plans.
We aim to ensure that startups, investors, and innovative corporations can grow sustainably and securely, with the legal support needed to navigate the challenges and opportunities of the market.