Brazilian law, in English — Presidente Prudente, São Paulo
You have to act in Brazil.
You can't read the room.
Immigration, property, company formation, inheritance and cross-border matters — handled in English by Brazil-licensed lawyers. Your lawyer arrived here as a foreigner himself and learned this system the way you are about to. With a power of attorney we act for you on the ground, so most of it does not require you to fly.
A lawyer reads every inquiry — not an intake form. Reply within one business day, in English or Portuguese.
OAB/SP 351.356 · verify on the Brazilian Bar register
Ready to book straight away? The 60-minute consultation is US$300.
Practice Areas
The matters foreigners actually bring us
Real Estate Lawyer for Foreigners in Brazil
Expert legal guidance for buying property in Brazil. Real estate due diligence, contracts, land titles for expats & foreigners.
Explore →Start a Business in Brazil — Corporate Lawyer for Foreigners
Open business in Brazil as foreigner. Legal structuring, company formation, contracts & compliance for international entrepreneurs.
Explore →Civil Litigation Lawyer in Brazil — English-Speaking Representation
Civil dispute resolution in Brazil. Commercial litigation, debt collection, enforcement, property disputes & mediation by English-speaking lawyers.
Explore →International Law Firm Brazil — Cross-Border Legal Counsel
International law firm Brazil. Cross-border contracts, foreign investment, arbitration & compliance for multinational businesses.
Explore →Immigration Lawyer Brazil — Visa & Residency for Foreigners
Brazil visa lawyer & immigration attorney. Work visas, investor visas, family reunification & permanent residency for foreigners.
Explore →Brazilian Family Lawyer for Foreigners — Divorce, Custody & Estate Planning
Brazilian family law attorney for foreigners and international families. Divorce, custody agreements, child support, estate planning, and succession under.
Explore →International Estate Planning — Succession Law for Foreigners in Brazil
Cross-border estate planning, ITCMD tax guidance, probate services, wills, holding companies, and succession law for Americans and foreigners in Brazil.
Explore →Tax Law Brazil — CBS/IBS Reform, Foreign-IRPF, Transfer Pricing & Pillar Two
Brazilian tax law for foreign companies and individuals: CBS/IBS reform under EC 132/2023, foreign-IRPF, OECD transfer pricing under Lei 14.596/2023.
Explore →Labor & Employment Law Brazil — CLT Compliance for Foreign Employers
Brazilian labor law for foreign employers: CLT compliance, foreign-employee hiring, PJ-vs-CLT classification risk, e-Social, Lei 14.442/2022 telework.
Explore →LGPD & Regulatory Compliance Brazil — Data Protection, ANPD, Sectoral Regulators
Brazilian LGPD compliance for foreign operations: Lei 13.709/2018, ANPD enforcement, DPO appointment, international data transfers, sectoral overlay.
Explore →Our Story
He was the foreigner in the queue at the Receita Federal.
At 18, Zachariah Zagol left the United States for Brazil. He learned Portuguese, earned a Brazilian law degree, and became the first American citizen to pass the OAB bar exam — the same exam every Brazilian lawyer sits, in Portuguese, on Brazilian law.
Before any of that he did what you are doing now: the CPF, the cartório, the Federal Police appointment, the bank that would not open an account. He completed an LL.M. at USC, built businesses here, bought property here, and started a family here. He founded ZS Advogados so that the next person would not have to learn it the same way.
He has stood in the cartório with the wrong document. He knows which of your worries are real and which ones Brazilians simply do not worry about.
Legal Guides
Most requested by international clients
In-depth guides written for foreigners working through the Brazilian legal system.
Brazil Investor Visa: Property Route vs. Company Route
Brazil's investor residency route by route: R$500,000 into a company under RN 13/2017, or R$1,000,000 in urban property under RN 36/2018. Both explained.
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Buying Property in Brazil as a Foreigner: Complete 2026 Legal Guide
Complete guide to purchasing real estate in Brazil as a foreigner: legal requirements, CPF, Central Bank registration, due diligence, costs, rural restrictions, and step-by-step process.
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Starting a Business in Brazil as a Foreigner: Complete 2026 Guide
Register CNPJ, form Limitada or SLU, open bank account, get digital certificate. Step-by-step guide with realistic timelines, costs, and compliance.
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Investing in Brazil as a Foreigner — Legal Guide
Register with Central Bank, choose entity structure, manage taxes & remittance rules. Complete legal roadmap for foreign investors.
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Brazilian Citizenship for Americans: Ordinary, Special & Extraordinary Pathways
Complete guide to Brazilian naturalization, citizenship by descent, Portuguese requirements, dual nationality, and benefits. Timeline and requirements.
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Estate Planning for Foreigners with Brazilian Assets: Wills, Trusts & Cross-Border Issues
Comprehensive guide to estate planning for foreigners in Brazil: forced heirship (legítima 50%), testamento validity, why US trusts fail in Brazil.
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Not sure where to begin?
Choose your situation. We'll walk you through it step by step.
FAQ
Common questions from international clients
Can a foreigner buy property in Brazil?
Yes — Brazil welcomes foreign real estate investment with minimal restrictions. You'll need a CPF (Brazilian tax ID), and we strongly recommend a complete due diligence process before any purchase.
Read full guide →How can I get a visa to live in Brazil?
Brazil offers several visa categories: investor visa (min. R$500K), work visa, family reunion, student visa, and digital nomad visa. Our founder personally went through this process.
How do I start a business in Brazil as a foreigner?
You'll need a CPF, a CNPJ (company tax ID), state and municipal registrations, a digital certificate, and a Brazilian bank account. The process takes 30-60 days with proper guidance.
Read full guide →Do you offer consultations in English?
Yes. Our founding partner is American, and all client communications happen in English. We handle all Portuguese-language legal documents, court filings, and government submissions on your behalf.
Ready to talk?
Start by telling us what you are dealing with
A visa that expires in forty days, an apartment under offer, a parent who died holding Brazilian property — whatever it is, describe it in your own words. Founding partner Zac reads every inquiry personally and replies within one business day. If it is a matter we should take, we book the 60-minute consultation (US$300) and tell you exactly what to bring.
- Reply within one business day · English & Portuguese
- OAB/SP 351.356 · First American to pass the Brazilian Bar · verify on cna.oab.org.br
- We act in Brazil under your power of attorney — you do not have to fly
- We respond within 24 hours
- English & Portuguese
- Your data is protected under LGPD