Adglobal

Legal and administrative representation

Your trusted partner in Brazil.

For more than a decade, we have represented international companies, non-resident board members and foreign investors before Brazilian government authorities — with the discretion and rigor that engagements of this nature demand.

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Based in São Paulo · Since 2013

São Paulo

Brasil · BRT

  • 13+ yearsof practice
  • Internationalengagements
  • RFB · BacenFull compliance
  • 6 languagesMultilingual service

Who we are

About Adglobal

Founded by Michael Joop in 2013, Adglobal is committed to delivering high-quality services in Brazil, meeting the needs of both foreign and Brazilian clients.

Your success and your satisfaction are our priorities

We provide professional representation services to individuals and companies alike, whether Brazilian or foreign. Entrust your concerns to us and keep your focus on the business.

Being a partner means being present when the client cannot be.

Michael Joop · Founder

What we do

Our Services

  1. Representation of non-resident Board of Directors members

    Under Brazilian law, members of the Board of Directors of Brazilian companies may reside outside of Brazil. In such cases, however, those members must grant powers (by means of a power of attorney) to an individual residing in Brazil to receive service of process on their behalf. Such power of attorney must remain in force for at least three years following the end of the term of office. Adglobal can appoint one of its members to act as the resident representative of Board of Directors members.

  2. Legal representation of non-operational Brazilian companies

    While the company is being incorporated and established in Brazil, Adglobal can appoint one of its members to act as the company's officer (administrador) under its Articles of Association or Bylaws. Such member must be replaced as officer as soon as the company commences operations.

  3. Representation following Liquidation or Dissolution of a Company. Custody of Accounting and Tax Books

    Following the dissolution or liquidation of a company in Brazil, the entity must appoint an individual to keep the company's books for a period of five years or longer, depending on the statute of limitations applicable to the company's obligations. Adglobal can appoint a member to act as such individual.

  4. Representation before the Brazilian Boards of Trade (Juntas Comerciais)

    Representation of foreign entities or individuals as partners / shareholders of Brazilian companies, including Ltda. (limited liability companies) and S.A. (corporations), before Boards of Trade (Juntas Comerciais) throughout the country. In order to provide this service, a power of attorney with corporate powers must be granted to an Adglobal member, including powers to receive service of process. All representation services to be performed by Adglobal must be previously approved by the clients.

  5. Representation before the Brazilian Federal Revenue Service and the Central Bank of Brazil

    Foreign entities and individuals may be partners (shareholders or quotaholders) of Brazilian entities. However, in order to become partners of a Brazilian entity, such foreign entities or individuals must first obtain their Brazilian tax identification (CNPJ — Brazilian corporate tax ID, or CPF — Brazilian individual tax ID, as applicable), by appointing an individual residing in Brazil as their representative before the Brazilian Federal Revenue Service. In order to provide this service, a power of attorney with powers of representation before the Brazilian Federal Revenue Service and the Central Bank of Brazil must be granted, including powers to receive service of process. All representation services to be performed by Adglobal must be previously approved by the clients.

Why Adglobal

What makes us the choice for those who take Brazil seriously.

Absolute discretion

Confidentiality is part of the engagement. Every communication, document and relationship is handled with the same care expected from a law firm.

Frictionless remote engagement

You do not need to travel to Brazil. We handle apostilled powers of attorney, digital signatures and international document logistics.

Established network

More than a decade of direct working relationships with Boards of Trade (Juntas Comerciais), notary offices, the Federal Revenue Service and the Central Bank.

Exclusive focus on foreign clients

We are not a generalist firm. Representation of non-residents is what we do — and only that.

Our process

From the first consultation to ongoing representation.

  1. Assessment

    Confidential initial conversation to understand your corporate structure, the jurisdictions involved and your objectives.

  2. Proposal

    Transparent scope, timeline and fees. No surprises.

  3. Documentation

    We gather powers of attorney, apostilled documents and the required information, with documented follow-up at each stage.

  4. Ongoing representation

    We act before the relevant authorities, with periodic reports and full availability for ad-hoc matters.

Testimonial

What clients say about Adglobal

I am writing to confirm that we have had business dealings with Michael Joop / ADGLOBAL for several years, with great satisfaction. Michael is consistently prompt and efficient and, of course, trustworthy — which, in Brazil, is a considerable asset.

— Alexandre M.

Frequently asked questions

What you need to know before engaging us.

Get in touch

We want to hear from you

An initial conversation is complimentary and confidential. We respond within one business day.

BackgroundPreviously operating as Agilent Serviços Administrativos Ltda.

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