Strategy

We are a full-service boutique law firm dedicated to providing tailored legal solutions to our clients. Criminal Law, Compliance, Corporate Investigations, and Crisis Management are some of our specialized services.

Leblon, Copacabana, Ipanema, Lagoa, Cristo Redentos

About

Our purpose is to provide comprehensive and strategic legal services, always guided by the best interests of our clients. We aim for results through technical expertise and meticulous planning, with technology as a steadfast ally. We operate with agility in an increasingly connected market.

What We Do Best

We were established as a Criminal Law and Compliance firm, today we are a full-service office.

Criminal Law & Compliance

We provide consulting and legal representation in Criminal Law, from the investigative stage to the higher courts, as well as offering legal opinions and advisory services. In Compliance, we conduct corporate investigations, implement effective programs, and deliver strategic defense to safeguard corporate integrity.

Crisis Management

Specialized in Crisis Management, we develop and operate crisis task forces to mitigate risks and protect corporate reputations. We handle everything from preparation and planning to swift responses in critical situations, ensuring comprehensive support and effective solutions to preserve business integrity and continuity.

Other Specialties

Tax, Administrative, Corporate, Civil, Real Estate, Family, and Succession Law, offering both advisory services and court representation. Our team delivers efficient solutions, addressing legal needs with excellence and commitment at every stage, from preventive consulting to litigation.

Who We Are

Experience, expertise, academic background, and attitude – that’s our team.

Ana Luiza de Sá, PhD

Lawyer

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Ana Luiza de Sá, PhD

Lawyer

Ana Luiza de Sá is a lawyer, professor, and PhD in Criminal Law, renowned for handling complex cases and providing strategic defense across all procedural stages. Recognized for her precise approach, she also has expertise in compliance, integrating practices that ensure corporate compliance and integrity. Her solid academic background and legal practice make her a reference in the field. As the leader of Ana Luiza de Sá Law Firm, in cooperation with stüssi Law and Fernanda Machado Advocacia.

Phone:+ 55 21 99532-0102
Email:analuiza@als.adv.br

Marcelo Rhenius, Mba

Lawyer

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Marcelo Rhenius, Mba

Lawyer

A lawyer specialized in compliance, ESG, and crisis management. With crisis management training from LSE, he is currently pursuing a Master's in Business Administration at USP and holds an ESG certification from the University of Copenhagen. He also has MBAs in Business Management from Coppe/UFRJ and Criminal Sciences from PUC/MG, as well as the international CCEP-I certification, a Certificate in Criminal Law and Compliance from the University of Coimbra, and an LGPD certification from USP. He works in corporate investigations, integrity program implementation, and crisis response planning. A member of the Executive Committee of AIJA (International Association of Young Lawyers), he is also a professor at universities in Brazil and abroad and a consultant known for his efficient and results-driven practice. He practices at Ana Luiza de Sá Law Firm, in cooperation with stüssi Law and Fernanda Machado Advocacia.

Phone:+55 21 98714-1701
Email:marcelo.rhenius@als.adv.br

Fernanda Machado, Mba, MsC

Lawyer

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Fernanda Machado, Mba, MsC

Lawyer

Fernanda Machado is a lawyer specializing in Family Law, Succession Law, and related Private International Law, with extensive experience in Brazil and abroad. A graduate of PUC-Rio, she holds a Master's in Comparative Family Law from Université Paris 8 and has worked at the Permanent Bureau of the Hague Conference on Private International Law (international adoption and child abduction). She is admitted to the Bar in Rio de Janeiro (OAB/RJ), São Paulo (OAB/SP), and Paris (Barreau de Paris). A member of the Executive Committee of AIJA (International Association of Young Lawyers) and IBDFAM (Brazilian Institute of Family Law), she is recognized for handling complex cases with a strategic and international focus. As the head of her own law firm, in cooperation with stüssi Law and Ana Luiza de Sá Advogados.

Phone:+55 (21) 99618-9724
Email:fernanda.machado@fmadvocacia.com.br

Arthur Stüssi, Mba, MsC

Lawyer

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Arthur Stüssi, Mba, MsC

Lawyer

Arthur has extensive experience in foreign investments and taxation, with over two decades of expertise serving international corporations, domestic companies, and private clients. His professional journey includes significant roles at law firms in Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo, as well as formative experience at PricewaterhouseCoopers (one of the Big Four) in Munich, Germany. A seasoned speaker, Arthur shares his knowledge at various institutions in Brazil and internationally, contributing his expertise to the global legal community. He is an active member of the International Association of Young Lawyers (AIJA), one of the world's top five legal associations, where he has held multiple positions and coordinated numerous events. Arthur's academic journey began in Brazil and extended to Germany, culminating in an LL.M. in German Law with a focus on International Taxation from the prestigious Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität in Munich. He practices at stüssi Law, in cooperation with Ana Luiza de Sá and Fernanda Machado Advocacia.

Phone:+55 21 979855421
Email:a.stussi@stussilaw.com.br

Anna Carolina Carvalho Gomes, Mba

Lawyer

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Anna Carolina Carvalho Gomes, Mba

Lawyer

Anna primarily works in the corporate sector, specializing in contracts and excelling in skills that set her apart in this field. With a strong academic foundation and multiple specializations from renowned institutions such as FGV, PUC, and EMERJ, she is currently advancing her expertise through courses in Succession Planning Engineering and Contractual Law Practice. She has extensive practical experience through secondments with major multinational companies in the technology and railway sectors, working within their legal departments with a focus on contracts. This experience provides her clients with a practical and valuable perspective on the law. Anna is a member of the Brazilian Bar Association (OAB) and the Brazilian Institute of Corporate Law (IBRADEMP). Fluent in Portuguese, German, and English, with significant international experience, she effectively assists foreign clients seeking to invest in Brazil. Her professional excellence is evident through her impressive academic background, extensive market experience, and commitment to continuously developing skills tailored to the demands of the current legal landscape. She practices at stüssi Law, in cooperation with Ana Luiza de Sá and Fernanda Machado Advocacia.

Phone:+55 21 99838-3805
Email:acarvalhogomes@stussilaw.com.br

Estela Manna

Lawyer

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Estela Manna

Lawyer

Estela specializes in Labor Law, focusing on labor litigation. She supports medium and large companies in managing defense strategies for labor claims, drafting legal documents, overseeing cases, attending hearings, preparing procedural reports, and conducting risk analyses and labor case forecasts. Her experience spans various sectors, including food and beverages, services and retail, telecommunications, entertainment, as well as education and technology industries. In addition to litigation, Estela provides consultancy on labor practices, working closely with companies' legal and human resources departments. Her expertise includes advising national and multinational clients, ensuring comprehensive and effective support across all areas of labor law. She holds a Law degree from the Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro (PUC-Rio, 2020) and a Postgraduate degree in Labor Advocacy – Labor Law and Procedure Post-Reform – from the Brazilian School of Law (EBRADI, 2022). Estela practices at stüssi Law, in cooperation with Ana Luiza de Sá and Fernanda Machado Advocacia.

Email:emanna@stussilaw.com.br

Karina Guterman

Lawyer

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Karina Guterman

Lawyer

Karina is a professional with over three years of practical and theoretical experience in tax and customs consultancy and litigation. Her work primarily focuses on the oil and gas, retail, and telecommunications sectors, where she has developed specialized skills that set her apart in these industries. With solid experience in law firms, she offers her clients valuable practical insights. Karina is currently pursuing an LL.M. in Tax Law at Fundação Getúlio Vargas (FGV) and a Postgraduate degree in Customs Law and International Taxation at the Maritime Law Academy. She has also completed an extension course in Customs Law and International Trade Taxation at the Brazilian Institute of Tax Law (IBDT), reaffirming her ongoing commitment to professional excellence. She practices at stüssi Law, in cooperation with Ana Luiza de Sá and Fernanda Machado Advocacia.

Email:k.guterman@stussilaw.com.br

Samara Sabença

Intern

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Samara Sabença

Intern

Samara is an enthusiast of Tax Law, currently in her final year of law studies at IBMEC. Throughout her journey, she has gained significant experience as an intern in renowned tax litigation firms, where she honed her skills and deepened her understanding of tax legislation in practical contexts. She also has experience in Civil and Consumer Law, acquired in specialized law firms, where she collaborated with highly qualified professionals in these areas. With a focus on the tax field, Samara has enhanced her knowledge through courses offered by FGV and ABMAX, while actively participating in research groups dedicated to studying tax legislation and its ongoing updates. This combination of academic and practical perspectives enriches her approach to law. She has expertise in visual law resources, standing out for her versatility, effective communication, and practical approach to legal matters. Samara practices at stüssi Law, in cooperation with Ana Luiza de Sá and Fernanda Machado Advocacia.

Email:s.sabenca@stussilaw.com.br

Cristiano Santos

Intern

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Cristiano Santos

Intern

Cristiano Santos de Oliveira is a law student at the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ), currently in his 8th semester, with an expected graduation date in December 2025. He actively participates in university extension projects and study groups, showcasing his dedication to legal practice and the continuous development of his professional skills. Cristiano practices at stüssi Law, in cooperation with Ana Luiza de Sá and Fernanda Machado Advocacia.

Email:c.oliveira@stussilaw.com.br

Our Added Value

Academic Background

A team with outstanding academic training from renowned institutions, ensuring solid expertise and high-level legal solutions.

Global Reach

Operating from Brazil with international reach, providing effective legal solutions across multiple jurisdictions.

Strategic Partnerships

Partnerships with leading experts and institutions, enhancing our ability to deliver innovative and effective solutions.

Multidisciplinary Team

We cover various areas of law, providing an integrated and comprehensive approach for our clients.

In Cooperation With

Civil, Tax, Labor, International

Family, Succession, Private International Law

Contact

Rua Jerônimo Monteiro 73 | 301
Leblon | Rio de Janeiro | Brasil
22431-070

+55 21 99532-0102
contato@als.adv.br

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