03/07/2026
On Tuesday, June 30, 2026, INPI (Brazilian Patent and Trademark Office) published Normative Ordinance INPI/PR No. 80, dated June 29, 2026, updating the Examination Guidelines for Patent Applications in the Field of Chemistry regarding the chapter on new uses of known products. Given the importance of the subject, we present a structured summary below: 1. …
29/06/2026
In June, INPI (National Institute of Industrial Property), the Brazilian Patent and Trademark Office, published a document prepared by its technical staff proposing updates to the Industrial Property ACT (Law No. 9.279/1996) – which was enacted 30 years ago. After analysing internal proposals and those from the Interministerial Group on Intellectual Property (GIPI)—a group bringing …
29/06/2026
On June 19, 2026, MAPA published Ordinance No. 919/2026 in the Federal Register. This ordinance establishes the procedures for the submission and processing of technical consultations within the Ministry. The main new development is that, as of July 19, 2026, consultations addressed to MAPA must be submitted exclusively through the Electronic Filing system (SEI). Requests …
29/06/2026
The Brazilian Federal Council of Medicine (“CFM”) published, on June 15, 2026, CFM Resolution No. 2,460/2026, which prohibits any form of payment, receipt, or granting of an economic advantages as a condition for hiring physicians or for referring healthcare services. The rule enters into force on the date of its publication and reinforces an essential …
24/06/2026
With the publication of Presidential Decree No. 13.011/2026 on June 10, 2026, Brazil has finally acceded to the Budapest Treaty on the International Recognition of the Deposit of Microorganisms for the Purposes of Patent Procedure, following years of discussion within the Executive and Legislative branches. This treaty—signed in Budapest in 1977 and amended in 1980—aims …
09/04/2026
On April 7, the results of the Chambers Brazil Contentious 2026 cycle were released. In this edition, Souto Correa was recognised in eight practice areas and received 13 individual recognitions. Recognised Practice Areas The firm was recognised in the following practice areas: Bankruptcy/Restructuring Consumer Law Dispute Resolution: Arbitration Dispute Resolution: Litigation – Elite Intellectual Property: …
22/10/2025
On the evening of October 16, Souto Correa Advogados was honored as the Best Legal Team in the Media & Entertainment sector during the 5th edition of the Brazil’s Leading Lawyers Awards (BRALLAW), organized by Leaders League Brasil. This recognition celebrates the technical excellence and dedication of our Media & Entertainment team, composed of Leticia …
20/08/2025
We are pleased to announce that Fabrine Hartog Soares has joined Souto Correa Advogados as a new equity partner, taking the lead of the Shipping and Port Law practice. Fabrine’s arrival strengthens our Infrastructure & Projects practice and expands the firm’s strategic presence in Rio de Janeiro, in a sector that is essential to the …
25/07/2025
On July 24, the Chambers High Net Worth 2025 guide was released by the renowned international publication Chambers & Partners, and we are proud to announce that Souto Correa Advogados has once again been recognized in the Private Wealth Law category. Our partner Frederico Hilzendeger also maintained his individual ranking in the same category, reaffirming …
27/06/2025
On June 26, the results for the Chambers Brazil 2025 “Industries & Sectors” and “Regions” sections were announced. We are proud to share the recognitions that highlight our excellence and unwavering commitment to our clients. Industries & Sectors Recognized Practices: Agribusiness Gambling and Betting Healthcare: Regulatory Life Sciences Public Law: Highly Regarded Sports Law Telecommunications …