From real estate and residency to criminal defense — we help foreigners live and invest safely in Brazil.
Are you a foreign national living in Florianópolis or elsewhere in Santa Catarina? Whether you’re from the U.S., U.K., Russia, or Europe, navigating legal matters in Brazil can be challenging. At CFH Advocacia, we’re here to guide you.
We are a team of highly qualified, fluent-English-speaking attorneys, experienced in assisting expats and investors with all aspects of life in Brazil — from real estate to immigration, from family law to criminal defense.
⚖️ Our Services:
- Real Estate & Investment Advisory: Buy, sell, rent, or invest in property safely.
- Residency & Immigration: Clear guidance through visas, residency permits, and compliance.
- Contracts & Business Law: We structure and review agreements to protect your rights.
- Family Law: Divorce, marriage, custody — handled with sensitivity and bilingual care.
- Criminal Law & Defense: If you’re facing criminal accusations, we offer discreet, strong, and effective legal defense.
- Litigation & Dispute Resolution: Civil or commercial, we represent your interests with confidence.
🛡️ Why CFH Advocacia?
Experienced. Bilingual. Trusted.
CFH Advocacia is a modern law firm based in Florianópolis, Santa Catarina, offering high-level legal support to foreigners living or investing in Brazil.
Our multidisciplinary team includes lawyers with international education and deep knowledge of Brazilian law — ready to help with everything from real estate and contracts to immigration, family matters, and criminal defense.
✅ Fluent in English and Portuguese – no language barriers.
✅ Experienced in assisting foreigners living or doing business in Brazil.
✅ Trusted by expats for professionalism, confidentiality, and results.
✅ Strong courtroom experience in both civil and criminal cases
Here are just a few of our key professionals:
👤 Gustavo Costa Ferreira – Founding Partner
- Specialist in Public and Administrative Law, with deep expertise in infrastructure, compliance, and public contracts.
- Holds an LL.M. from the London School of Economics (LSE) and Master’s from UFSC.
- Currently a PhD candidate at UFSC, combining academic depth with strategic legal practice for foreign clients.
- Extensive experience advising foreign clients on government contracts, investment strategies, and regulatory issues.
👤 Francisco Yukio Hayashi – Founding Partner
- Expert in Criminal and Economic Law, focused on tax crimes, public administration, and financial investigations.
- Master’s in Law (UFSC) and specialist in criminal procedure.
- Also a PhD candidate at UFSC, and an author in the field of criminal law and regulation.
- Frequently handles high-profile cases involving compliance, plea bargains, and complex white-collar defense.
👤 Ana Luiza C. S. Mello – Senior Associate
- Focused on infrastructure, compliance, and whistleblower protection.
- Master’s in Law (UFSC), specialized in public procurement and civil procedure.
For personalized legal support, send us an email at contato@cfhadvocacia.com.br. We look forward to assisting you!