Accounting for lawyers and law firms in Brazil
Organize professional fees, client-related amounts and the operating costs of the Brazilian practice. Accounting responsibilities are distinct from the legal work performed by the firm.
Request a proposalWhat the engagement covers
- Distinguish professional revenue, advances, reimbursements and third-party amounts using the contracts and supporting records.
- Assess the individual or company structure and applicable tax treatment, including ownership and registration requirements relevant to the practice.
- Organize invoicing, payroll, owners’ remuneration, accounting records and declarations covered by the proposal.
- Keep client matters and privileged documents separate from the information actually required for accounting. Only necessary records should be shared through the agreed channel.
From contact to delivery
1.
Explain the need
Choose the service and a return channel. You can indicate your preferred language; technical-service availability is confirmed before engagement.
2.
Agree the scope
The proposal identifies deliverables, periods, documents, each party’s responsibilities and fees. Studies, implementation and recurring work are distinguished.
3.
Organize the work
After engagement, document channels, individual access and the delivery calendar are agreed. Do not send credentials or sensitive documents in the commercial form.
Scope, fees and responsibilities are agreed before technical work begins. These services concern Brazilian obligations. Requirements in another jurisdiction need professionals qualified there.
Service proposal
What do you need in Brazil?
Tell us which service you need and how to contact you. We will confirm scope, fees and the language available for your engagement.
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