Investigations & Government Enforcement
I conduct and coordinate thorough, independent investigations into allegations of corporate misconduct while managing regulatory risk and preserving business relationships and reputation.
Drawing on experience at top global and boutique firms in Brazil, I have conducted and supervised more than thirty internal investigations involving bribery, cartels, insider trading, securities and financial fraud, money laundering, conflicts of interest, and workplace misconduct. I have also led complex cross-border inquiries with FCPA and UKBA implications, coordinating multi-jurisdictional teams and liaising with domestic and foreign enforcement authorities to manage investigations from inception to resolution, ensuring strategic alignment, risk mitigation, and regulatory compliance at every stage.
I have supervised independent investigations that uncovered previously undisclosed conflicts of interest involving external advisors and securities issuance across Latin America. Each investigation was designed to satisfy regulatory requirements while providing strategic insights to preserve business value and mitigate risk.
I work closely with management and boards of directors to establish investigation scope and protocols, conduct witness interviews, review documents and electronic evidence, coordinate with external advisors including forensic accountants and e-discovery vendors, and prepare comprehensive findings and recommendations. My approach balances thoroughness with efficiency, recognizing that investigations must be completed promptly to enable informed decision-making while ensuring accuracy and defensibility.
I have represented clients in complex enforcement matters before domestic and foreign regulators, drawing on experience gained at leading global and boutique law firms. This includes responding to investigations, negotiating resolutions, defending against civil and administrative actions, and implementing required remedial measures. My experience spans securities enforcement, anti-corruption and FCPA-related matters, antitrust investigations, and regulatory inquiries across multiple industries and jurisdictions. For U.S matters requiring additional resources, I collaborate closely with other top-tier law firms and local counsel to coordinate strategies, manage interactions with multiple agencies, and address both immediate regulatory concerns and longer-term compliance and stakeholder objectives.
When allegations of misconduct arise, I help clients develop and execute comprehensive response strategies that address legal, reputational, and operational risks. I have guided clients in preparing board reports, managing disclosure obligations, recommending remedial measures, and negotiating regulatory settlements. My approach integrates legal, communications, and business considerations, including strategies to protect key business relationships and stakeholder confidence.