Vinicius Jucá Alves
About Vinicius Jucá Alves
Vinicius Jucá Alves is a professor and tax partner at Lefosse, specializing in tax consulting and litigation in Brazil. He has extensive experience across various industries and holds degrees from prestigious institutions, including an LL.M. from Georgetown University Law Center.
Work at FGV - Fundação Getulio Vargas
Vinicius Jucá Alves has been a Professor at FGV - Fundação Getulio Vargas since 2012. He teaches in the São Paulo area, focusing on legal education and tax law. His role involves educating students on various aspects of law, particularly in the context of economic and corporate law. His long tenure at FGV reflects his commitment to academic excellence and contribution to the legal field.
Current Position at Lefosse
Since 2022, Vinicius Jucá Alves has served as a Tax Partner at Lefosse. In this role, he specializes in tax consulting and litigation, particularly concerning value-added taxes and service taxes in Brazil. His expertise allows him to provide strategic advice to clients across various industries, including food and beverages, mining, and cosmetics.
Education and Expertise
Vinicius Jucá Alves holds a Bachelor of Laws degree from Pontifícia Universidade Católica de São Paulo, where he studied from 1998 to 2002. He also completed a specialization in Economic and Corporate Law at FGV - Fundação Getulio Vargas from 2003 to 2004. Additionally, he earned an LL.M. with honors from Georgetown University Law Center, focusing on Taxation, in 2009. His educational background underpins his expertise in tax law.
Professional Experience
Vinicius Jucá Alves has a diverse professional background. He worked as a Visiting Attorney at Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP from 2009 to 2010. His experience includes advising clients in the defense sector on tax matters, demonstrating his ability to navigate complex regulatory environments. He is admitted to practice law in both Brazil and New York, highlighting his international legal qualifications.
Specialization in Tax Law
Vinicius Jucá Alves specializes in tax consulting and litigation, particularly in relation to value-added taxes and service taxes in Brazil. His extensive experience includes advising clients from various sectors, such as food and beverages, mining, and cosmetics. This specialization enables him to address the unique tax challenges faced by businesses in these industries.