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Investigations in São Paulo – Private and Corporate Legal Intelligence Services for Foreign Clients

Trusted Investigation Services in Brazil's Business Capital

São Paulo is Brazil’s economic engine, attracting foreign investment, multinational operations, real estate ventures, and complex legal disputes. However, the risks associated with fraud, property misrepresentation, unverified companies, or hidden liabilities are very real — especially for international investors and legal teams unfamiliar with the Brazilian system.

At Alves Jacob Law Firm, we provide professional investigation services in São Paulo for foreign clients who need legal clarity before making critical decisions. From corporate background checks and asset tracing to real estate verification and litigation support, our firm helps you uncover the truth legally, strategically, and confidentially

Why Investigations in São Paulo Are Essential

As Brazil's largest city and financial center, São Paulo presents unmatched opportunities — but also the highest complexity. With thousands of business entities, real estate developments, and judicial disputes, foreign clients face a serious challenge: verifying is real, legal, and secure.

We offer investigation services for:

  • ⦁ Business transactions and mergers
  • ⦁ Real estate purchases and property verification
  • ⦁ Litigation preparation and evidence gathering
  • ⦁ Asset location and inheritance cases
  • ⦁ Employment background checks
  • ⦁ Compliance and anti-corruption audits
  • ⦁ Fraud prevention and identity validation

Who Needs Our Investigation Services in São Paulo?

We work with:

  • ⦁ International law firms
  • ⦁ Private investors and family offices
  • ⦁ Foreign buyers of property or companies
  • ⦁ Litigants and legal representatives
  • ⦁ Banks and insurance companies
  • ⦁ Startup investors and VC firms
  • ⦁ Import/export and supply chain stakeholders

Our Investigation Services in São Paulo

All services are provided 100% legally, in compliance with Brazilian law and LGPD (data protection regulations). We follow best practices to ensure evidence is admissible and reports are actionable.

1. Corporate Investigations
  • ⦁ Company registration and CNPJ check
  • ⦁ Shareholder and beneficial owner verification
  • ⦁ Legal and tax compliance review
  • ⦁ Business licenses and regulatory status
  • ⦁ Fraud, bribery, and corruption history
2. Real Estate Investigations
  • ⦁ Title and deed verification
  • ⦁ Land registry and encumbrances
  • ⦁ Property tax (IPTU) status
  • ⦁ Zoning and construction permits
  • ⦁ Environmental, urban, and legal restrictions
3. Individual Background Checks
  • ⦁ Civil and criminal record search
  • ⦁ Marital, employment, and academic history
  • ⦁ Litigation involvement and ongoing lawsuits
  • ⦁ Reputational investigation (discreet)
4. Asset Tracing
  • ⦁ Search for real estate, companies, vehicles
  • ⦁ Investigation of hidden or undeclared property
  • ⦁ Inheritance asset identification
  • ⦁ Preparation for legal claims and enforcement
5. Litigation Support
  • ⦁ Evidence collection and document validation
  • ⦁ Witness identification and statement review
  • ⦁ Verification of opponent’s legal status
  • ⦁ Strategic discovery support for foreign litigants

How Our Investigation Process Works

We combine local legal expertise, public registry access, and confidential intelligence gathering to deliver results.

Step-by-step process:

  • ⦁ Initial consultation: Understand your goals and define scope
  • ⦁ Strategy & tools: Customize data sources and investigation lines
  • ⦁ Execution: Field and desk research, legal cross-checks
  • ⦁ Reporting: Full legal report with findings, recommendations, red flags
  • ⦁ Optional legal action: We support follow-up with lawsuits, negotiations, or recovery

Why Choose Alves Jacob Law?

  • ⦁ Based in São Paulo, with access to all local legal systems and agencies/li>
  • ⦁ Bilingual service (English-Portuguese)
  • ⦁ Transparent process with court-admissible documentation
  • ⦁ Fast, secure, and fully confidential
  • ⦁ Experience with U.S., EU, Gulf, and Asian clients
  • ⦁ Close collaboration with notaries, registries, and courts
We are not a detective agency — we are a licensed law firm conducting legal investigations with credibility and strategy.

What You Risk Without an Investigation in São Paulo:

  • ⦁ Buying a property with hidden tax debts
  • ⦁ Partnering with a blacklisted or bankrupt company
  • ⦁ Hiring an executive with pending criminal records
  • ⦁ Inheriting litigation or environmental liabilities
  • ⦁ Falling victim to real estate or investment scams

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We are here to assist.

Contact Us for Professional Investigation Services in São Paulo

If you are an international client looking for trustworthy, discreet, and legal investigation services in Brazil, we are ready to help.

Visit: [email protected]
Website: www.alvesjacob.com/investigations-in-sao-paulo

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For more information on our comprehensive legal services, visit www.alvesjacob.com.

Note: This guide is intended for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.

ALESSANDRO ALVES JACOB

Mr. Alessandro Jacob speaking about Brazilian Law on "International Bar Association" conference

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