BRAZIL Trends and Developments
Trends and Developments Contributed by: Mauricio Ejchel MF Ejchel International Family Law
MF Ejchel International Family Law is a São Pau ‑ lo-based law firm established in 1996, representing parties in international family disputes in all regions of Brazil. It handles litigation before state and fed ‑ eral courts with a strong focus on divorce, custody, child support, relocation, and Hague Convention (1980) child abduction claims. Its practice is directed towards the protection of children and reliable legal representation of foreign nationals involved in fam ‑
ily disputes in Brazil. Since its foundation, the firm has consolidated a philosophy built on excellence in advocacy and the efficient management of litigation of high complexity. The practice is focused on the pursuit of justice for all who seek its assistance, re ‑ flecting almost three decades of experience and col ‑ laboration with international partners in cross-border family claims.
Author
Mauricio Ejchel graduated in law from the Pontifical Catholic University of São Paulo in 1994, and did a postgraduate qualification in international relations. A Brazilian lawyer, he is the founding partner of
MF Ejchel International Family Law, with a specialisation in dealing with child abduction. He secured the first precedent in Brazil for the timely return of abducted children under the Hague Convention (1980), and is acknowledged as a reference lawyer in the jurisdiction by both UK and US authorities. He provides expert opinions to foreign courts and is frequently cited in the national media. He also publishes widely, and is recognised as a leading expert in the field.
MF Ejchel International Family Law Avenida Marques de São Vicente 446-706
São Paulo 01139-000 Brazil
Tel: +55 (11) 98433-5841 Fax: + 55 (11) 3255-4690 Email: advogasse@gmail.com Web: www.internationallawyerbrazil.com
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