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Articles and guides about legal representation, virtual office, treasury management and everything you need to know to operate in Brazil.

How Foreign Companies Can Operate in Brazil Without Opening a Subsidiary

ECA Digital

How Foreign Companies Can Operate in Brazil Without Opening a Subsidiary

Practical structures for foreign companies entering the Brazilian market: legal representation, registered address, corporate secretary and governance without the need for a local subsidiary.

June 16, 202612 min

Foreign Digital Platforms in Brazil: Regulatory Considerations and Legal Representation

ECA Digital

Foreign Digital Platforms in Brazil: Regulatory Considerations and Legal Representation

How ECA Digital and Decree No. 12,975/2026 may affect foreign digital platforms in Brazil — social media, marketplaces, SaaS and online communities — and the role of legal representation.

June 12, 202611 min

Legal Representation

AI Companies in Brazil: Legal Representation and ECA Digital Compliance

How ECA Digital, Decree No. 12,975/2026 and Brazilian internet regulation may affect AI companies — foundation model providers, chatbots, generative AI and AI SaaS — and the role of legal representation in Brazil.

June 8, 202610 min

Do Gaming Companies Need a Legal Representative in Brazil?

Legal Representation

Do Gaming Companies Need a Legal Representative in Brazil?

An analysis of the implications of ECA Digital, Decree No. 12.975/2026 and Brazilian internet regulations for gaming studios, publishers and platforms serving Brazilian users.

June 4, 202610 min

Brazil's Decree No. 12.975/2026: What Foreign Internet Providers Need to Know

Legal Representation

Brazil's Decree No. 12.975/2026: What Foreign Internet Providers Need to Know

An analysis of Brazil's Decree No. 12.975/2026 and the obligations it creates for foreign internet application providers serving Brazilian users — legal representative, local point of contact and governance under ECA Digital.

June 1, 20269 min

Legal Representation

The Rumble Case and Legal Representation in Brazil: Implications for International Companies

Analysis of the Rumble case from the perspective of corporate legal representation and its impact on governance and compliance in Brazil.

April 5, 202610 min

Legal Representation

Legal Representation and Brazil's Digital ECA: The Role of the Legal Representative in Supreme Court Rulings

Understand the role of the legal representative in light of Brazil's Digital ECA and recent Supreme Court decisions on governance and compliance.

April 5, 20259 min

Brazilian Administrator vs. American Registered Agent: Understanding Liability Differences

Legal Representation

Brazilian Administrator vs. American Registered Agent: Understanding Liability Differences

Learn the key differences between a Brazilian company Administrator and a US Registered Agent, focusing on legal, civil, and operational liability of each role.

February 5, 20257 min

Doing Business in Brazil

Doing Business in Brazil: Complete Guide for Foreign Investors

Everything you need to know about doing business in Brazil: legal representation, tax requirements, treasury management, and corporate compliance.

January 31, 202510 min

Legal Representation

Everything You Need to Know About Legal Representation in Brazil and How We Can Support You

A comprehensive guide covering all legal representation requirements for foreign investors and businesses operating in Brazil.

January 20, 20258 min

Legal Representation

Legal Representation in Brazil: Complete Guide for Foreign Companies

Understand how legal representation works in Brazil and why it's essential for foreign companies looking to operate in the Brazilian market.

January 15, 20255 min

Virtual Office

Virtual Office in Brazil: Advantages and How It Works

Discover how a virtual office can help your company establish presence in Brazil without the costs of a physical office.

January 10, 20254 min

Corporate Attorney: Functions and Importance for Your Company

Legal Representation

Corporate Attorney: Functions and Importance for Your Company

Learn what a corporate attorney does and how they can assist your company in operations in Brazil.

January 5, 20256 min

Treasury

Treasury Management for Foreign Companies in Brazil

How to structure your company's treasury management in Brazil and ensure compliance with Central Bank regulations.

December 28, 20245 min

How to Open a Company in Brazil: Guide for Foreigners

Company Formation

How to Open a Company in Brazil: Guide for Foreigners

Complete step-by-step guide for foreigners who wish to establish a company in Brazil, from planning to operation.

December 20, 20247 min

Corporate Liquidator: How Company Closure Works

Liquidation

Corporate Liquidator: How Company Closure Works

Understand the role of the liquidator in the company closure process and how to conduct an orderly liquidation.

December 15, 20246 min

Compliance

Corporate Compliance in Brazil: Requirements and Best Practices

Learn about the main compliance requirements for companies in Brazil and how to implement an effective program.

December 10, 20248 min