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The labour liability of a partner who withdraws from a company

LABOUR LAW

The labour liability of a partner who withdraws from a company

Being a partner in a company carries risks that can reach beyond the company itself — including years after leaving it. In a ruling in our client's favour, we showed how much it matters to register the withdrawal with the Board of Trade, and how the two-year period set out in Article 10-A of the CLT applies. For anyone in business, understanding labour risks and taking preventive steps can matter as much as building the business itself.

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Attempted scam using the name of Dr. Ricardo Petereit

INSTITUTIONAL

Attempted scam using the name of Dr. Ricardo Petereit

Scammers are improperly using the name of Dr. Ricardo Petereit and Petereit Advogados to approach clients on WhatsApp. Please be alert: do not make payments, send documents or share personal and banking details without first confirming that the request is genuine through the firm's official channels. When in doubt, stop and check with us before taking any action.

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Judicial reorganisations on the rise, and the bill keeps landing on unsecured creditors

CORPORATE CRISIS

Judicial reorganisations on the rise, and the bill keeps landing on unsecured creditors

Judicial reorganisation can save a company, but who pays for it? For an unsecured creditor, a R$ 100,000 claim can turn into R$ 25,000, paid out over years and subject to terms that significantly erode its real value. With judicial reorganisations at a record high, monitoring the proceedings is no longer optional: it is essential to protect assets and improve the odds of actually being paid.

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Domestic employment relationships: extra care with carers, nannies and household employees

LABOUR LAW

Domestic employment relationships: extra care with carers, nannies and household employees

Informally hiring nannies, carers and household employees can be costly. What begins as a relationship of trust inside the home can end in a labour claim involving recognition of employment, overtime, the FGTS severance fund, holiday pay and other entitlements. Prevention, in this case, starts long before the conflict.

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Bank account frozen: now what?

RESTRUCTURING AND CORPORATE CRISIS

Bank account frozen: now what?

Had funds frozen by court order? Acting quickly can make all the difference. Understand how Sisbajud works, when a freeze can be challenged, and what steps can protect your assets.

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The theme park that outlived its own founder

GOVERNANCE AND BUSINESS SUCCESSION

The theme park that outlived its own founder

Latin America's largest theme park nearly saw its story cut short. Find out how Beto Carrero World outlived its founder and became an example of succession, governance and corporate resilience.

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Fines from professional regulatory councils: fight back or ignore?

REGULATORY

Fines from professional regulatory councils: fight back or ignore?

A citation from a professional regulatory council might look like just a small fine. But missing the deadlines can turn an administrative issue into a full-blown tax enforcement proceeding.

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The recession arrived earlier than expected

RESTRUCTURING AND CORPORATE CRISIS

The recession arrived earlier than expected

For many companies, the recession isn't a forecast for 2027. It has already started. The first signs usually show up in cash flow, but the biggest risk is waiting too long to act.

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Ponto Controverso Podcast, Episode 1.

INSTITUTIONAL

Ponto Controverso Podcast, Episode 1.

Most companies don't fail because of a crisis. They fail because they take too long to decide. In the first episode of Ponto Controverso, we discuss why postponing decisions can be a business owner's most costly mistake.

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The Search for Identity and Corporate Reorganisation

CORPORATE LAW

The Search for Identity and Corporate Reorganisation

Corporate reorganisations go beyond contracts: they start with the company's identity, alignment among partners, and shared goals.

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Launch of the “Ponto Controverso” Podcast

INSTITUTIONAL

Launch of the “Ponto Controverso” Podcast

The first episode of Ponto Controverso is now live — a podcast covering corporate crises, risk management and strategic decision-making.

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An opportunity to settle tax debts registered as active federal debt, with significant discounts!

TAX LAW

An opportunity to settle tax debts registered as active federal debt, with significant discounts!

Until September 30, 2026, taxpayers with debts registered as active federal debt can join Public Notice PGDAU No. 06/2026, which offers special discounts and instalment plans. Find out when this opportunity is really worth it.

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The unexpected doesn't call ahead. Is your company ready?

LEGAL MANAGEMENT FOR COMPANIES IN CRISIS

The unexpected doesn't call ahead. Is your company ready?

The biggest risks to a company tend to appear out of nowhere. Find out why being prepared to handle a crisis can prevent financial, legal and reputational damage.

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STF suspends fines related to NR-1, but does not suspend companies' obligations

LABOUR LAW

STF suspends fines related to NR-1, but does not suspend companies' obligations

The temporary suspension of NR-1 fines does not eliminate companies' obligations. Understand what changed with the STF ruling and which measures remain essential to prevent psychosocial risks.

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What every business owner needs to know before closing a company

CORPORATE CRISIS

What every business owner needs to know before closing a company

Closing a company does not mean all liabilities disappear. Understand the risks of being sued after a company's deregistration and why a properly conducted corporate wind-down is essential.

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Succession crises and corporate governance: the silent cost threatening family businesses

GOVERNANCE AND BUSINESS SUCCESSION

Succession crises and corporate governance: the silent cost threatening family businesses

Poorly planned business succession can generate conflict, financial losses and threaten business continuity. Governance and succession planning are essential tools for preserving family businesses.

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Expecting the unexpected: a reflection on legal certainty, conflict prevention and the role of lawyers in uncertain times

LEGAL CERTAINTY AND CONFLICT PREVENTION

Expecting the unexpected: a reflection on legal certainty, conflict prevention and the role of lawyers in uncertain times

In a world defined by liquid modernity and volatile relationships, the role of lawyers goes beyond the courtroom: it is about anticipating conflicts and building solid margins of safety for companies and families in the face of the unexpected.

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TST recognises dismissal based on weight discrimination as unlawful

LABOUR LAW

TST recognises dismissal based on weight discrimination as unlawful

Understand how the TST's recent ruling on weight discrimination can affect dismissal processes and increase company liability.

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CFO's REFIS 2026: an excellent opportunity to settle outstanding debts

DENTAL REGULATORY LAW

CFO's REFIS 2026: an excellent opportunity to settle outstanding debts

Dental professionals and clinics can settle outstanding debts under special conditions through the CFO's REFIS 2026 programme, including a full waiver of interest and easier instalment plans.

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Airbnb in condominiums: what changes after the STJ ruling on app-based rentals.

REAL ESTATE LAW

Airbnb in condominiums: what changes after the STJ ruling on app-based rentals.

Airbnb in condominiums: what changes after the STJ ruling on app-based rentals.

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Tax enforcement and asset freezes: when tax debt stops being just a financial problem

TAX LAW

Tax enforcement and asset freezes: when tax debt stops being just a financial problem

Property freezes, seizures and banking restrictions: when tax debt stops being just a financial problem.

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ITBI: A significant opportunity to recover amounts overpaid

TAX LAW

ITBI: A significant opportunity to recover amounts overpaid

If you bought a property in the last 5 years and paid the ITBI (real estate transfer tax) based on the value assessed by the municipality rather than the actual transaction value, you should know it is possible to recover the amount overpaid.

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Succession planning and the risks of poorly structured arrangements: reflections from a recent case

SUCCESSION LAW

Succession planning and the risks of poorly structured arrangements: reflections from a recent case

In recent days, the case involving actor Stênio Garcia has gained media attention, bringing up a sensitive and highly relevant discussion on estate and succession planning.

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Electronic judicial domicile and the mandatory registration of companies

BUSINESS LAW

Electronic judicial domicile and the mandatory registration of companies

On August 19th, the National Council of Justice (CNJ) completed the mandatory registration of medium and large companies in the Electronic Judicial Domicile system. The platform centralises court summonses and notifications, requires companies to keep their records up to date, and can result in fines for those who fail to confirm communications within the legal deadline.

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Does it make sense to file for self-bankruptcy?

CORPORATE LAW

Does it make sense to file for self-bankruptcy?

Business owners facing serious financial difficulties often come up against a delicate question: does it make sense to file for self-bankruptcy? In many cases, this decision, however difficult, can be the most viable strategy for winding down business activities in an organised way while protecting both the assets and the reputation of those involved.

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Dismissal for Just Cause: when it applies and how to defend yourself?

LABOUR LAW

Dismissal for Just Cause: when it applies and how to defend yourself?

Dismissal for just cause is one of the most severe forms of employment termination, as it strips the employee of several severance entitlements, such as prior notice and the FGTS penalty. However, employees are often dismissed under this claim improperly, without employers correctly following the legal requirements.

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Rights in Constructive Dismissal: when the employee can claim it.

LABOUR LAW

Rights in Constructive Dismissal: when the employee can claim it.

Did you know that in some situations an employee can terminate their own employment contract and still receive every benefit as if they had been dismissed without cause? This type of termination is set out in Article 483 of the CLT and is called constructive dismissal.

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Unpaid overtime: what to do to secure your rights

LABOUR LAW

Unpaid overtime: what to do to secure your rights

This article explains what overtime is, how it must be paid under the CLT (Brazil's Consolidated Labour Laws), what evidence an employee can gather to show they are working beyond the agreed hours, and what legal steps are available if it is not paid correctly.

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Occupational illness: understand your right to job security

LABOUR LAW

Occupational illness: understand your right to job security

Occupational illness and job security are essential topics for anyone working in environments with physical or emotional risks. When an illness is recognised as work-related, it can guarantee the employee the right to job security for up to 12 months after returning to work.

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