RAQUEL BERTHOLDO
São Paulo
Summary
Accomplished Senior Attorney with a proven track record at Hotelaria AccorInvest, adept in legal analysis and client counseling. Leveraged creative thinking and negotiation skills to resolve complex disputes, enhancing business practices and labor relations. Spearheaded gender equality initiatives, demonstrating strong interpersonal communication and leadership. Achieved significant litigation successes, reflecting a commitment to excellence and strategic problem-solving.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Attorney
Hotelaria AccorInvest
São Paulo
09.2024 - Current
- Drafted and reviewed complex agreements, documents, pleadings, motions, briefs and other legal instruments.
- Conducted research of applicable laws and regulations in order to provide sound legal counsel.
- I represented AccorInvest before state and federal courts at all levels.
- Negotiated collective bargaining agreements with the Union for civil litigation cases with opposing counsels.
- Developed strategies for resolving disputes through alternative dispute resolution methods.
- Analyzed existing business practices to identify areas that could benefit from changes or modifications.
- Managed outside counsel engagements as needed by AccorInvest.
- Collaborated with other departments within the organization on projects involving legal implications.
- Attended hearings on behalf of clients in order to represent their interests.
- Provided legal advice, opinions and solutions regarding issues and risks on labor matters.
Labor Consultant
Forganes & Carrion Law firm
São Paulo
01.2023 - Current
- Delivered highly specialized consulting services, concentrating on proactive labor solutions for major corporations.
- Tasks included crafting opinions, legal memos, contracts, and standardized procedural models tailored to clients' needs.
Labor Senior Associate
Veirano Law firm
São Paulo
07.2017 - 06.2022
- Part of a dynamic team dedicated to strategic client management within the firm's labor department
- Specialized in handling complex and critical cases with significant financial implications
- Managed a range of responsibilities, including litigation, consultation, and due diligence
- Spearheaded specialized litigation efforts by crafting intricate procedural motions, petitions, managing appeals at all levels, and handling writ of mandamus cases involving both individual and collective matters
- Represented clients effectively in hearings, trial sessions, oral arguments, meetings, and conference calls
- Delivered engaging lectures and training sessions for clients, focusing on labor law best practices
- Led internal compliance investigations, addressing diverse employee complaints (e.g., harassment) through rigorous legal analysis and opinions
- Collaborated with the Labor Public Attorney Office (MPT) and Labor Ministry (MTE) for labor investigations and inspections, showcasing a comprehensive grasp of labor law regulations
- Successfully negotiated collective bargaining agreements and Profit Sharing Plans (PLR) in partnership with Labor Unions
- Provided valuable legal guidance to national and international companies across varied sectors, including technology, food, retail, communications, and metallurgy
- Supported multiple departments, including legal, Human Resources, and Public Relations
- Effectively managed a team consisting of trainees, junior associates, and mid-level attorneys within the labor department
- Member of the Gender Equality Committee at Veirano Law firm: Active participant that collaborated with a diverse team to develop and implement strategies aimed at promoting gender diversity and equality within the organization
- Contributed insights and perspectives during committee meetings to shape policies and initiatives that fostered an inclusive work environment
- Engaged in discussions and projects focused on addressing gender-related issues, ensuring fair treatment, and reducing gender disparities
Labor Mid-Level Attorney / Junior Attorney / Trainee
Machado Meyer Sendacz and Opice Law firm
São Paulo
03.2011 - 07.2017
- Integral part of a specialized team catering to high-profile clients, adeptly working and managing critical labor cases, including Public Civil Actions and Collective Actions against entities such as the Labor Public Attorney Office (MPT), Labor Ministry (MTE), and Unions
- Proficiently handled specialized consulting tasks, encompassing expatriate matters, bilingual drafting of memos/legal opinions (Portuguese and English), contract development, and case law analysis
- Specialized in intricate litigation, particularly involving collective issues
- Represented clients at hearings involving unions, the Labor Public Attorney Office (MPT), and Labor Ministry (MTE)
- Skillfully managed inspections, conferences, and meetings
- Provided comprehensive assistance to national and international corporations spanning diverse sectors like technology, banking, communications, and metallurgy
- Collaborated with legal, Human Resources, and Public Relations teams
- Supported clients with case law research, offering valuable insights for informed decision-making
Tax Trainee
Pinheiro Neto Law firm
São Paulo
02.2010 - 02.2011
- Engaged in focused work on the preparation of litigation studies, crafting motions, petitions, and appeals that encompassed both administrative and judicial tax matters
Labor Trainee
Machado and Cunha Law firm
São Paulo
07.2009 - 01.2010
- Handled a substantial portfolio of labor cases involving major banking institutions
- Responsible for drafting motions, petitions, and appeals, along with all related labor documents
Education
Legal and Business Advanced English Academy - US Legal System & Law
Columbia University - School of Professional Studies
New York, United States of America04.2023
Pre LLM Program - Introduction to the US Legal System & Law, Fundamental Lawyering Skills, Foundations of Private Law: Contracts, Communication Pragmatics for Lawyers, Becoming a Lawyer Major with Toni Jaeger Fine
Fordham University - School of Law
New York, United States of America12.2022
Master's Degree - Brazilian Labor Law and Social Security
Pontícia Universidade Católica de São Paulo
São Paulo, Brasil01.2019
Latu sensu Post-Graduation -
Pontícia Universidade Católica de São Paulo
São Paulo, Brasil07.2015
Latu sensu Post-Graduation - Negotiation Techniques Course
Fundação Getúlio Vargas - GV Law
São Paulo, Brasil07.2013
Bachelor of Law -
Pontícia Universidade Católica de São Paulo
São Paulo, Brasil12.2012
English -
Language Studies Canada (LSC)
Vancouver, Canada03.2009
Skills
- Creative Thinking
- Analytical Skills
- Interpersonal Communication
- Time Management
- Excellent Communication Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Business Development
- Labor Relations
- Negotiations
- Problem Solving
- Litigation and Consulting
- Hardworking
- Enthusiastic
- Compliance and Investigations
- Legal writing
- Legal research
- Client counseling
- Employment law
- Dispute resolution
- Litigation management
- Legal analysis
- Corporate and business legal issues
- Court preparation
- Efficient researcher
- Case analysis
- Negotiation
- Corporate litigation
- Legal compliance
- Investigation skills
- Contract negotiation
- Civil litigation
- Legal advisory
- Trial experience
- Settlement negotiation
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 12/18/87
Certification
OAB/SP 330.539
Languages
Portuguese
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Spanish
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Timeline
Senior Attorney
Hotelaria AccorInvest
09.2024 - Current
Labor Consultant
Forganes & Carrion Law firm
01.2023 - Current
Labor Senior Associate
Veirano Law firm
07.2017 - 06.2022
Labor Mid-Level Attorney / Junior Attorney / Trainee
Machado Meyer Sendacz and Opice Law firm
03.2011 - 07.2017
Tax Trainee
Pinheiro Neto Law firm
02.2010 - 02.2011
Labor Trainee
Machado and Cunha Law firm
07.2009 - 01.2010
Legal and Business Advanced English Academy - US Legal System & Law
Columbia University - School of Professional Studies
Pre LLM Program - Introduction to the US Legal System & Law, Fundamental Lawyering Skills, Foundations of Private Law: Contracts, Communication Pragmatics for Lawyers, Becoming a Lawyer Major with Toni Jaeger Fine
Fordham University - School of Law
Master's Degree - Brazilian Labor Law and Social Security
Pontícia Universidade Católica de São Paulo
Latu sensu Post-Graduation -
Pontícia Universidade Católica de São Paulo
Latu sensu Post-Graduation - Negotiation Techniques Course
Fundação Getúlio Vargas - GV Law
Bachelor of Law -
Pontícia Universidade Católica de São Paulo
English -
Language Studies Canada (LSC)
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