The latest firm to join BOKS International is HMGN Advogados in Brazil. Formed in 2014 by partners Hugo Menezes and Edward Wygand, HMGN is a legal practice with offices in Rio De Janeiro and Mato Grosso, specialising in corporate law and estate planning services. They have extensive experience in the financial market, providing personalised services to entrepreneurs personally and professionally.

Following restructuring in 2022, HMGN started to focus on three prominent areas of law – Wealth, Corporate and Compliance. The Wealth area covers patrimonial and succession organisations in Brazil and abroad. In addition to the corporate day-to-day, the Corporate team focuses on Family Assets and Private International Law, helping business people in Brazil and abroad who intend to expand their commercial relations across borders. Finally, HMGN’s Compliance team proffers programs and legal advice to incorporate compliance programs, such as data protection legislation and the global ESG agenda.

Managing Partner, Hugo Menezes, says, “Working within the estate planning area gave us a global vision to understand all kinds of families and entrepreneurs. Became a member of the alliance it´s an incredible score for the HMGN team, and we look forward to starting the connections with the other members ”

Alliance Director at BOKS, Richard Sergeant, comments: “HMGN is a fantastic addition to the alliance. Their appointment in Brazil signals our commitment to continuing to grow in the region and expanding our representation in the legal sector. With in-depth technical knowledge and agility in providing services, HMGN is an effective partner for domestic firms and international clients. Their team has extensive experience working outside Brazil, particularly in countries such as the United States, Portugal, Italy, France, Germany and Caribbean jurisdictions. Welcome aboard!

Editor’s Note:

BOKS International is a Top 20 global alliance created by Top 30 UK accountancy firm, TC Group, to meet the needs of SMEs seeking a cost-effective, flexible networking alliance that facilitates global business opportunities.

It offers a broad range of expertise encompassing accountancy, audit, tax, legal, advisory, and corporate finance services. With a combined fee income above $380 million and 90+ members in more than 60 countries.