We assist agribusiness companies in establishing effective dialogue with government authorities. Our team has experience in advocacy and in developing strategies that ensure the representation of our clients’ interests in decision-making processes. We work to ensure that the sector’s demands and proposals are heard in relevant political contexts.
Work Highlights
We mobilize stakeholders to advance discussions of interest to agribusiness, resulting in new policies that promote the sector’s sustainable growth
We work together with representative associations in the sector to establish relationships between our clients and regulatory bodies, arranging meetings and dialogues that shed light on the concerns and needs of agribusiness, so that they are taken into account in ongoing political and administrative decisions
We assist agribusiness companies in establishing effective dialogue with government authorities. Our team has experience in advocacy and in developing strategies that ensure our clients’ interests are represented in decision-making processes. We work to ensure that the sector’s demands and proposals are heard in relevant political contexts.
Work Highlights
We engage stakeholders to advance discussions of interest to the agribusiness sector, resulting in new policies that promote the sustainable growth of the sector
We work alongside sector associations to establish relationships between our clients and regulatory bodies, organizing meetings and dialogues that shed light on the concerns and needs of the agribusiness sector, so that they are taken into account in ongoing political and administrative decisions
We support companies in the sector with multi-level legislative and regulatory monitoring (federal, state, and municipal), with analysis of the impact on portfolio, pricing, and time-to-shelf. We map risks and opportunities in labeling, advertising (including CONAR and advertising to children), consumer protection, LGPD in CRM/loyalty programs, and the circular economy/reverse logistics. We handle health matters (Anvisa/Mapa/Visa), metrology matters (Inmetro), and antitrust matters (Cade), from registration through post-market. We lead advocacy strategies in public consultations, hearings, and parliamentary caucuses, with technical position papers and regulatory impact analyses. We deliver actionable guidance, mitigating liabilities and accelerating the go-to-market of new operations
Work Highlights
We act before ANVISA, including through meetings and consultations with the agency to discuss the regulatory guidelines applicable to new business models and to the stages of the supply chain. We work on the preparation of the dossiers and documents required for the filing of registrations and authorizations, seeking to ensure compliance with ANVISA's requirements. In addition, we collaborate in the creation of strategies that facilitate the approval of emerging technologies, ensuring that they meet the safety and efficacy standards required for use in the Brazilian market
We act directly in supporting companies in the analysis of pending bills, including the bill discussing the implementation of a regulated carbon market in Brazil. We identify regulatory risks and opportunities and provide strategic guidance for engagement with stakeholders on matters such as the carbon market and sustainable fuels. Our goal is to ensure that companies are prepared for legislative changes and that their operations are in compliance with the new regulations.
Work Highlights
We advised clients from various sectors on the analysis of the Bill creating the Brazilian Emissions Trading System (SBCE), defining strategies for submitting contributions to the legislative text, with a focus on ensuring that the clients’ interests were considered in the regulatory process
We advised an association on monitoring the legislative progress of various bills directly and indirectly related to CCS (carbon capture and storage) activities, analyzing their impacts and contributing strategies for the legislative text. Among the bills monitored, the following stand out: PL 1425/2022, the Low-Carbon Hydrogen Bill, the Fuels of the Future Bill, and the PATEN Bill
We monitored and analyzed the impacts of the Low-Carbon Hydrogen Bill for an industry organization, identifying the positive and negative aspects of the proposal and assisting in the preparation of strategic recommendations for the sector
We act directly in supporting companies in the analysis of pending bills, identifying risks and opportunities, in addition to offering support in the creation of stakeholder engagement strategies. We advise companies from various sectors in monitoring and supporting the drafting and approval of fundamental legislation, such as the Fuel of the Future Law, assisting in the identification of regulatory opportunities and in strategic positioning in relation to energy and decarbonization projects.
Work Highlights
Monitoring and analysis of the impacts, as well as identification of the positive and negative points of the Fuel of the Future Bill for a biofuel producer and a sector organization
We advised a client on the analysis and preparation of proposed amendments to a state bill aimed at fostering the energy transition in the State of São Paulo
We directly support companies in the analysis of pending bills, identifying risks and opportunities, and we also provide support in creating stakeholder engagement strategies. We advise companies from various sectors on monitoring and supporting the drafting and passage of key legislation, such as the Lei dos Combustíveis do Futuro (Fuels of the Future Law) and the Lei do Hidrogênio de Baixo Carbono (Low-Carbon Hydrogen Law), helping to identify regulatory opportunities and to define strategic positioning in relation to energy and decarbonization projects.
Work Highlights
Advocacy is central to our work, as we make every effort to promote regulatory convergence in the Life Sciences and Healthcare sector. Our multidisciplinary team, specialized in the sector, works actively to advocate for initiatives aimed at creating regulatory sandboxes, allowing an environment conducive to innovation and to the development of new solutions. We rely on consultancies specialized in this environment, so that the lead team formed brings together different worldviews, adding breadth to the discussions. In addition, we promote the formation of technical groups dedicated to discussing and improving regulations, as demonstrated by the success achieved in matters involving biologics and active pharmaceutical ingredients. We foster collaboration between the public and private sectors, facilitating the exchange of experience and expertise in order to ensure that stakeholders' voices are effectively heard, contributing to a regulatory framework that is more efficient and better suited to market needs
Our advocacy work was essential for a biopharma company specializing in medicines for rare diseases, promoting regulatory convergence in the sector and fostering NPPs. We worked actively to advocate for initiatives that created regulatory sandboxes, providing an environment conducive to innovation. With a multidisciplinary team, we brought different perspectives that enriched the discussions. We formed technical groups dedicated to improving regulations, achieving successes in matters involving biologics and active pharmaceutical ingredients. We encouraged collaboration between the public and private sectors, ensuring that stakeholders' voices were heard
We help agribusiness companies establish effective dialogue with government authorities. Our team has experience in advocacy and in developing strategies that ensure the representation of our clients' interests in decision-making processes. We work to ensure that the sector's demands and proposals are heard in relevant political settings.
Work Highlights
We mobilized stakeholders to advance discussions of interest to agribusiness, resulting in new policies that promote the sector's sustainable growth
We worked together with industry trade associations to establish relationships between our clients and regulatory bodies, arranging meetings and dialogues that shed light on the concerns and needs of agribusiness so that they are taken into account in the political and administrative decisions under way
We act directly in supporting companies in the analysis of pending bills and sector regulations. We identify regulatory risks and opportunities, and provide strategic guidance for engagement with investors and government authorities for the development of new technologies.
Work Highlights
We acted for a technology startup, assisting it in navigating the complex legal framework under development in Brazil. We analyzed the implications of the bill on artificial intelligence, promoting consultations with stakeholders and regulatory bodies. Our team positioned the company as an active voice in public policy discussions, and built strategic partnerships with organizations in the sector
We acted before the Agência Nacional de Vigilância Sanitária (Brazilian Health Regulatory Agency) to enable the application of innovative technologies in the healthcare sector. Our approach included meetings and consultations with the agency to discuss the regulatory guidelines applicable to new products and technological solutions, such as medical devices and telemedicine applications. We worked on preparing the dossiers and documents required for the submission of registrations and authorizations, in order to ensure compliance with ANVISA's requirements. In addition, we collaborated in creating strategies that facilitate the approval of emerging technologies, ensuring that they meet the safety and efficacy standards required for use in the Brazilian market
We advised clients on communications with public authorities, including before the Autoridade Nacional de Proteção de Dados (ANPD, the Brazilian Data Protection Authority), and on submissions to public consultations in order to comply with regulatory requirements
