With nearly 15 years of experience, Rafael has led high-stakes matters worldwide, including major FCPA and anti-corruption investigations, strategic antitrust advice to the chair of Brazil’s Competition Authority, and global compliance support for Fortune 100 companies. He also regularly assists Brazilian businesses expanding into the U.S. market and international companies establishing or growing operations in Brazil and the wider region.

Clients rely on Rafael for internal and government investigations involving corruption, cartels, sanctions, money laundering, fraud, and workplace misconduct. He also designs and strengthens compliance programs that align with the FCPA, UK Bribery Act, Brazil’s Clean Company Act, and global sanctions and antitrust laws—helping companies mitigate risk and protect their reputation.

Beyond investigations, Rafael advises on corporate transactions and cross-border disputes, including Section 1782 discovery and asset recovery proceedings.

Rafael combines practice with thought leadership. He holds a Ph.D. and master’s degree from the University of São Paulo, an LL.M. from Stanford Law School, and completed a visiting program at the University of Barcelona. He authored Brazil’s first book on corporate monitors, cited by DOJ-appointed monitors, and frequently publishes and speaks on anti-corruption and competition law.

He has also collaborated with the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime and the International Olympic Committee to advance compliance and ethical business practices globally.