LARISSA ABREU
Abogada Senior
Zapopan
Summary
Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Head of International
SILVA SCHUTZ ADVOGADOS
Fortaleza
9 2019 - Current
- Works in partnership with all areas of the office.
- Managing the team for vertical deliveries, reviewing and drafting international service provision contracts, opinions on specific legislation in a country, legal advice for foreign companies that want to invest in Brazil and opening companies in LATAM countries, the United States and the United Arab Emirates.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Managed 3 lawyers
Senior Lawyer LATAM
GRUPO HINODE
Guadalajara
1 2020 - 1 2024
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Reporting to the Legal Manager
- Working in a multidisciplinary team
- Reviews commercial and intercompany contracts in the 7 countries where the company has a local office.
- Manages issues with the local offices in these countries
- Manages the company's international brands
- Manages corporate issues in each country.
Legal Manager
VALENÇA & ADVOGADOS ASSOCIADOS
Fortaleza
04.2014 - 09.2019
- Oversaw and managed all legal matters for the company, ensuring compliance with applicable laws.
- Drafted, reviewed and negotiated contracts, agreements and other legal documents to protect the interests of the company.
- Coordinated and led a legal team consisting of 2 attorneys and 1 intern.
- Provided strategic legal advice to senior management on relevant issues, including legal risks and opportunities.
- Managed litigation and disputes in the areas of labor law, civil law and tax law.
- Conducted training and workshops for employees on compliance and relevant legal issues.
Senior Lawyer
ROCHA MARINHO & SALES ADVOGADOS
Fortaleza
06.2013 - 12.2013
- Represented clients in legal and administrative proceedings related to labor issues, including claims, defenses, and appeals.
- Drafted and reviewed employment contracts, termination agreements, and labor compliance policies.
- Provided legal advice to companies on labor laws, including workers' rights, regulations, and best practices.
- Performed legal due diligence and research to support actions and opinions, ensuring the correct application of current legislation.
- Participation in more than 50 hearings and negotiations with unions, seeking favorable solutions for the parties involved.
- Followed changes in labor laws and their implications for clients, proposing necessary adaptations.
- Trained and guided internal teams on labor issues and conducted legal and ethical proceedings.
Junior Lawyer
SIQUEIRA CASTRO ADVOGADOS
Fortaleza
09.2012 - 05.2013
- Assisted in the preparation and review of legal documents, including employment contracts, notifications and labor defenses.
- Conducted legal research on labor legislation and case law, providing support for the preparation of opinions and petitions.
- Monitored judicial and administrative proceedings, organizing documents and reports required for hearings and meetings.
- Participated in more than 25 hearings and conciliations, providing support to the senior attorney in representing clients.
- Kept records of proceedings and deadlines up to date, ensuring compliance with legal obligations.
- Collaborated with the team in analyzing cases and formulating legal strategies to defend clients' interests.
- Contributed to the preparation of training materials and presentations on labor issues for the internal team.
- Assisted in communicating with clients, responding to queries and providing information on the progress of their cases.
Education
Posgrado - Postgraduate in Compliance And Corporate Integrity
PUC - PONTIFÍCIA UNIVERDADE CATÓLICA DE MINAS GERAIS
Minas Gerais Brazil 06.2019 - 11.2020
Graduación - Bachelor of Laws
UNIFOR - UNIVERSIDADE DE FORTALEZA
Ceara Brazil 06.2004 - 12.2009
Skills
Internationalization Projects
Compliance
Flexible and Adaptable
Excellent Communication
Verbal Communication
Organization and Time Management
Team Management
Multitasking Abilities
Supervision and leadership
Traits
- Visión estratégica
- Dinámica
- Puntual
- Práctica
- Comprometida
Languages
portugués
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
español
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
inglés
Advanced (C1)
Timeline
Posgrado - Postgraduate in Compliance And Corporate Integrity
PUC - PONTIFÍCIA UNIVERDADE CATÓLICA DE MINAS GERAIS
06.2019 - 11.2020
Legal Manager
VALENÇA & ADVOGADOS ASSOCIADOS
04.2014 - 09.2019
Senior Lawyer
ROCHA MARINHO & SALES ADVOGADOS
06.2013 - 12.2013
Junior Lawyer
SIQUEIRA CASTRO ADVOGADOS
09.2012 - 05.2013
Graduación - Bachelor of Laws
UNIFOR - UNIVERSIDADE DE FORTALEZA
06.2004 - 12.2009
Head of International
SILVA SCHUTZ ADVOGADOS
9 2019 - Current
Senior Lawyer LATAM
GRUPO HINODE
1 2020 - 1 2024
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