Brazil

CGM Advogados is a Brazilian full-service law firm acting for domestic and international clients across more than 20 areas of business law, including M&A, corporate, antitrust, energy, environmental, capital markets, compliance, tax, labour, and real estate. Founded in 2014, the firm's eight founding partners remain in the practice, combining technical excellence with a strong commitment to long-term client relationships. CGM today has 25 managing partners and more than 100 fee earners; women represent 70% of the firm and 45% of the managing partnership. With a highly diversified client base, 60% of which is international, CGM has a strong cross-border profile, advising foreign companies investing in Brazil and Brazilian businesses expanding abroad, with a steady flow of work referred by leading international firms.

CGM's Labour and Employment practice is recognized for its business-oriented approach, technical depth, and consistent track record of favorable outcomes, both in advisory and litigation mandates. The team delivers reliable, clear, and practical advice on business-critical matters, with particular strength in issues carrying material financial exposure.

On the advisory side, the practice covers the full employment lifecycle, including workforce restructuring, diversity and inclusion, compliance investigations, crisis management, and cross-border labour matters across Latin America. Its extensive international client base allows the team to bridge the nuances of Brazilian labour law for foreign companies and to coordinate multi-jurisdictional strategies across the region.

On the litigation side, the team is known for its technical rigor and multidisciplinary approach to defense strategies. It handles high-stakes disputes — including matters involving senior executives, unions, and the Labour Prosecutor's Office, and has accumulated significant experience in cross-border litigation and internal investigations requiring specialized expertise and discretion.

The employment practice is a frequent referral destination for leading international and global firms, serving clients across Life Sciences (Pharma and Medical Devices), Technology, Fashion, Banking, and Professional Services, among others. The practice is also consistently ranked by Chambers, The Legal 500, Leaders League, Latin Lawyer 250, IEL Elite (International Employment Lawyer), Análise Advocacia, and Best Lawyers, and was recently elected »Client's Choice« for best Employment Teams, in both employment litigation and consulting, by Leaders League.