Compliance, White-Collar Crime and Investigations

The Compliance, White-Collar Crime and Investigations practice at Cescon Barrieu supports companies in building and strengthening cultures of integrity that are sustainable and prepared to face the most relevant legal and reputational risks today. We operate with a strategic vision, solid technical foundation, and a commitment to our clients’ legal security.

Our practice is marked by a multidisciplinary and collaborative approach, bringing together specialists from various legal fields to deliver comprehensive solutions aligned with the highest standards of corporate governance. We work closely with internal compliance departments, leadership, and sensitive business areas to ensure consistency, efficiency, and regulatory adherence.

We are part of the firm’s Investigations hub, a structure that concentrates the expertise of highly experienced professionals in Compliance, White-Collar Crime, Antitrust, Labor, and Data Protection. Through this integrated approach, we conduct complex audits and internal investigations focused on preserving assets, reputations, and business continuity.

Main scopes of action include:

  • Structuring and enhancing compliance programs, including risk assessments, tailored trainings, internal policies, and integration with ESG initiatives.
  • Conducting internal investigations involving corruption, fraud, harassment, and other misconduct.
  • Performing anti-corruption due diligence in M&A transactions, with risk evaluation and practical recommendations for investment decisions.
  • Advising on business operations and models exposed to regulatory risks or international sanctions.
  • Representing clients in complex corruption-related litigation, providing technical, legal, and institutional support in interactions with authorities.

Our expertise

Participation in projects with international impact and interface across multiple jurisdictions.

Recognition in leading legal rankings such as Chambers and Partners and The Legal 500.

Strong involvement in developing and monitoring compliance policies for market-leading companies.

“Cescon was one of the first Brazilian firms to understand that compliance work should be connected to other practices. They have a very good blend of antitrust, government relations, criminal lawyers working together in the practice.”
The Legal 500

Lawyers specializing in Compliance, White-Collar Crime and Investigations

Partner in Compliance, White-Collar and Investigations.
São Paulo - SP
Partner in Compliance, White-Collar and Investigations, and Government Relations.
Brasília - DF

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