João is specialised in Business Law, with expertise in Corporate and Contract Law, as well as knowledge in contentious matters. He completed part of his studies in France and speaks Portuguese, English, French, and Italian, which enhances his ability to serve clients in different international contexts.

João Lucas A. de Paula

2025 Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Brazil(TM) in Corporate & M&A Law

Education

Recognition

Postgraduate Diploma in Business Law, Fundação Getúlio Vargas, São Paulo (2020)

Academic Exchange Programme, Institut d’Études Politiques (Sciences Po), Aix-en-Provence (2014-2015)

LL.B. (Bachelor of Laws), Pontifical Catholic University of São Paulo, São Paulo (2017)

Brazilian Bar Association, Chapter São Paulo, Reg. No. 401.909

Languages

Portuguese, English, French, and Spanish

2024 Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Brazil(TM) in Corporate & M&A Law