Areas of expertise
Practice
Carneiros Advogados has extensive experience in representing individuals and companies in a wide range of cases. One of our distinguishing features is our strong presence before the Supreme Courts and main Public Administration bodies.
Awards
Carneiros Advogados is widely recognized for its excellence, with several awards and seals highlighting its outstanding performance. Our commitment to quality is reaffirmed with each achievement.
The Legal 500 Latin America
Carneiros Advogados was featured in the Legal 500, with recognition in the categories of White Collar Crime, Public Law and Regulation (Brasília), Dispute Resolution: Litigation (Brazil) and Litigation (Brasília), with mentions of our partners Rafael Carneiro, Gilvandro Araújo, Felipe Corrêa and Carlos Ávila. The ranking values our expertise in complex cases and our work in the higher courts. Congratulations to the team for this achievement!
Análise Advocacia
Carneiros Advogados was recognized among the most admired law firms in the country in the Análise Advocacia yearbook, standing out in several specialties and regional categories. The firm and its founding partner, Rafael Carneiro, received honors for their excellent work, with outstanding mentions in the Comprehensive – Federal District category and in the Competition Law specialty
Best Lawyers Brazil
Carneiros Advogados has been recognized by Best Lawyers Brazil, a milestone that reflects the firm’s commitment to legal excellence. In addition to the firm, partners Rafael Carneiro and Alberto Medeiros were also highlighted for their exceptional contributions to the legal profession. This recognition is the result of our constant dedication to offering innovative and effective solutions to our clients.
Ranked Firm Leaders League
Carneiros Advogados was featured in the Leaders League 2025 and 2024 among the best in Public Law, with recognition for partners Rafael Carneiro and Felipe Corrêa. In previous years, we led in Dispute Resolution – Center West (2023) and Superior Courts (2024).
Análise Advocacia Diversity Seal
Carneiros Advogados is in the Análise Advocacia Diversity and Inclusion 2024 ranking! We work to promote equality and respect, especially before the Supreme Court for the inclusion of LGBTQIA+ people, inclusive education, reproductive rights and affirmative policies.
Excellent lawyers, who take matters seriously and provide excellent customer service, always available for meetings and sending reports.
Client testimonial to “The Legal 500 Latin America.”
Extensive legal knowledge of the subject, exceptional technical quality.
Client testimonial to “The Legal 500 Latin America”
About us
Get to know our firm.
Carneiros Advogados, founded in 2007, stands out for its strategic work in administrative and judicial litigation, with a focus on higher courts. It offers safe and effective legal solutions, covering public and corporate law. With experienced professionals and young talent, the firm combines expertise and innovation, with a presence in Brasília and São Paulo, serving all of Brazil.
Legal practice
Advocacy that transforms
One of Carneiros Advogados’ pillars is the defense of the fundamental rights guaranteed by the Constitution. We believe in law as a vector for positive and transformative changes in society, adopting the protection of the rights to education, health, public safety, diversity and a sustainable environment as one of the main goals of our practice. Since its creation, the firm has a long track record of strategic lawsuits before the Federal Supreme Court (STF), with more than 100 lawsuits filed in this area.
Vacancies
Work with us
If you want to work in a firm that values technical excellence, dedication, ethics and teamwork, Carneiros Advogados is the place for you! Here you will deal with complex cases with an emphasis on the Higher Courts.
