Rafael Balanin

Partner


+55 11 2171 1300

rbn@gnblaw.com.br


Biography

As a partner in the tax practice, Mr. Balanin offers deep expertise in advising companies across various industries and sizes on complex tax matters, encompassing both advisory and litigation services. His extensive experience, gained at top-tier law firms in Brazil, enables him to provide tailored, strategic tax solutions that meet the specific needs of his clients.

In addition to his practice, Mr. Balanin serves as a Professor of Tax Planning and Tax Credit Recovery in the postgraduate Taxation Program at Legale Education, where he shares his knowledge with future tax professionals.

Practice Areas

  • Tax

Education

  • LL.B., Universidade de São Paulo (USP)
  • MBA in Business Administration, Fundação Getúlio Vargas (FGV-SP)
  • Postgraduate in Tax Law, Pontifícia Universidade Católica de São Paulo (PUC-SP)
  • Master of Tax Law, Pontifícia Universidade Católica de São Paulo (PUC-SP)

Academic Contributions

Co-author of the book Tax Proceedings – from Administrative Proceedings to Judicial Lawsuits. Blucher, São Paulo, 2019.

Licenses

  • Brazilian Bar Association – São Paulo Chapter

Languages

Portuguese and English.

Awards and Nominations

Legal 500 and Leaders League.