The 11th edition of Mattos Filho’s Annual Report addresses how agility, collaboration and innovation guided the firm during 2020. In facing one of the most challenging moments in recent history, the strength of the firm’s governance model and its long-term strategy allowed Mattos Filho to remain close to its professionals, clients and business partners — while also acting as an agent of change in society.
MESSAGE FROM THE MANAGING PARTNER
With full-service capability and an expert team prepared to promptly respond to new scenarios and legal challenges, Mattos Filho has established itself as an ideal business partner for companies across all sectors of the economy.
TAKING CARE OF THE FIRM’S PROFESSIONALS
With the support and engagement of management across all areas of the firm, initiatives promoting professionals’ mental and physical well-being have been expanded and strengthened, establishing further trust and proximity between our technical and administrative teams.
SOCIAL ACTION DURING THE PANDEMIC
Guided by its social DNA, the firm has redirected and expanded its pro bono services to civil society organizations and individuals, while also strengthening volunteer and diversity and inclusion programs to limit the negative impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic.
TECHNOLOGY AND INFORMATION SECURITY
Focusing on the long term, in recent years Mattos Filho has been investing in new technology and platforms, giving professionals greater flexibility and ensuring that client data and confidential information remain securely protected. These investments have also been essential in allowing the firm to face and overcome the challenges of social distancing.
professionals working remotely in 2020
new platforms and services to assist in maintaining efficient service while professionals work from home
books on legal topics made available in digital format to support the work of our partners and associates
55%
and regulatory
work
45%
work
BRL
998
million
Gross
revenue
Professionals
1,393
108
Partners
529
243
Trainees and Interns
513
Management and Development Group
BRL
998
million
Gross
revenue
55%
and regulatory
work
45%
work
1,395
Professionals
108
Partners
561
Associates
213
Trainees and Interns
513
Management and Development Group
INTERNATIONAL OPERATIONS
In a challenging year for maintaining international relationships, Mattos Filho’s presence in other countries allowed it to remain readily available for our international clients, further strengthening their confidence and trust in us.
Resident partner – London office
Resident partner – New York office
In a challenging year for maintaining international relationships, Mattos Filho’s presence in other countries allowed it to remain readily available for our international clients, further strengthening their confidence and trust in us.
Resident partner – London office
Resident partner – New York office
INTERVIEW: DAMBISA MOYO
In an exclusive interview, influential economist and writer Dambisa Moyo analyzes the challenges that countries will need to overcome in order to resume economic growth in the wake of the global Covid-19 crisis. Moyo highlights the most important characteristics companies need to remain competitive in the present, while also commenting on possible business and investment opportunities in the coming years.
