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The constant updating of our professionals and close connection with the oversight bodies of the Ministry of Labor and Employment and the Public Labor Prosecutor’s Office reflect our experience in this sector.

We provide comprehensive legal assistance in both advisory and litigation matters related to labor and social security, addressing highly complex issues that require constant strategic action. We work collaboratively to mitigate risks, analyze trends, and offer customized solutions that effectively and cost-effectively meet our clients' needs.

Through close collaboration between the specialized areas of our firm, we offer our clients alternatives to enhance corporate performance and promote employee alignment with the company's objectives. 

Our focus is on finding legal solutions that enhance labor relations flexibility, promoting negotiation and the implementation of measures that safeguard the organization's financial interests, while encouraging commitment and engagement from its professionals. 

Our expertise

Union Relations:

  • Union Classification
  • Specific Collective Agreements
  • Hour Bank
  • Annual Settlement Term
  • Profit and Results Sharing (PLR)
  • Review of rates and contributions

Hiring Methods:

  • Associates
  • Statutory Director
  • Independent Contractor
  • CLT (high salaries, external work, management roles, intermittent, remote work)

Service Provider (PJ):

  • Analysis of legal requirements
  • Drafting of contract model
  • Best practices

Compensation and Incentives:

  • Hiring bônus
  • Awards
  • Stock Options and other equity-based compensation
  • Profit and Results Sharing (PLR)
  • Flexible benefits
  • Worker’s Meal Program (PAT)

Contratual Obligations:

  • Control and rules of work hours
  • Disciplinary measures
  • Internal regulations

Labor LGPD

Labor ESG andCompliance
 

  • Representation in collective and individual lawsuits at all levels, including in the Supreme Court
  • Annulment of infringement notice and interdiction actions
  • Procedural portfolio management
  • Review action for a TAC (Conduct Adjustment Term) or agreement with the MTE
  • Review action regarding a decision imposing a successive obligation
  • Public civil action filed by all legitimate entities
  • Constitutional claim
  • Constitutionality Control Actions: ADI, ADC, ADO, and ADPF
  • Collective bargaining dispute and prohibition injunction
  • Collection and deposit actions
  • Rescissory action
  • Incident of disregard of legal personality
  • Strategic task force for portfolio and liability reduction
  • Audits of labor litigation portfolios to propose new strategies and process management approaches

  • Representation before the Public Labor Prosecutor and Ministry of Labor
  • Hearings and meetings with inspectors
  • Document analysis and strategy
  • Knowledge of inspectors’ profiles and methods – prior analysis of approach
  • Visual law method
  • Supervision monitoring until completion
  • Monitoring reports
  • TAC or Conduct Adjustment Term negotiation
  • Preparation of administrative defenses and appeals
  • Liability analysis and fine projections

We can help train, develop, and prepare your professionals in matters related to human relations, legal obligations, and social responsibilities. Our team of specialists, with Master’s and Doctoral degrees in Labor Law, develops personalized training for your sector.

Topics covered:

  • Moral and Sexual Harassment
  • Union Relations
  • Work Hours and Flexible Benefits
  • Care for Domestic Workers
  • Labor Compliance and ESG
  • People with Disabilities (PcD) and Apprentices
  • Best Practices for Service Providers (PJ)
  • Third-Party Relations and Organization
  • Data Protection (LGPD) in Labor Relations and for HR
  • Relationship with Social Security (INSS)
  • Workplace Accidents and Administrative Social Security Proceedings
  • Leaves and Absences
  • Incentives and Compensation

Our specialist practice areas

Awards & Recognitions
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    "FAS Advogados is composed of excellent lawyers, who are able to give thorough answers in complex cases, even if it's a new case with no jurisprudence in the labour courts yet."
    Chambers and Partners
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    "They are excellent in their responses and results, always quick, accurate and understand the client's business."
    Chambers and Partners
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    "Luiz met my demands related to labour law and his knowledge made the difference in business for our company."
    Chambers and Partners