Brazil Real Estate Consultation
Experienced legal judgment for your next property decision. A focused conversation in English, built around your priorities.
Discuss buying property in Brazil with Luciano Oliveira, our managing partner and a senior bilingual Brazilian attorney. Use the consultation to understand the process, raise concerns, and identify what needs closer examination before you commit.
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40 minutes · Zoom · US$125
Buying real estate in Brazil and real estate investor-residency questions.
The first consultation fee is credited in full toward our services. Check the appointment details and time zone before completing your booking.
For a sale, dispute, or another property matter, contact us first so we can confirm the appropriate appointment.
What you get from the conversation
- Attention to your situation. Discuss your goals, transaction stage, and the questions that matter most.
- A clearer view of the risks. Understand which issues may need a separate review, verification, or specialist advice.
- A practical next step. Discuss the level of legal support suited to your plans and what further work would involve.
Read our client reviews, including firsthand accounts of property consultations.
1. Choose the questions that matter most
You can discuss the buying process, payment arrangements, signing from abroad, expected costs, or how a purchase may fit an investor-residency plan. If ownership structures, family circumstances, or tax questions affect your decision, flag them so we can identify the advice required.
Bring a decision, not just a topic: “What steps should come before a reservation?”, “What should be checked before I send funds?”, or “Which legal service fits this stage?” Prioritize a few questions so the conversation stays useful.
2. Prepare for the call
- BookSelect the appointment and check the displayed time zone.
- PrepareList your questions, property details, and any deadlines.
- DiscussIdentify priorities, missing information, and the next steps.
Prepare a short summary of the property location, your intended budget and timeline, and whether you have already made an offer, signed an agreement, or paid any money. List your main questions and deadlines. We do not review contracts or other documents before or during this consultation. Document review requires a separate engagement.
3. Match the follow-up to your needs
The consultation is a focused discussion. If further work is needed, its scope and fees are agreed separately.
- Fixed five-hour preliminary review: an initial examination within an agreed, limited scope.
- Tailored due diligence: a broader investigation scoped to the property, buyer, and complexity of the transaction.
- Full purchase support: legal assistance through the agreed stages of the acquisition.
What clients say about their consultations
These four five-star reviews describe real estate consultations. Expand the section for twelve more reviews of our broader property work.
“I was referred to Oliveira Lawyers for a consultation regarding buying property in Brazil. I met with Luciano and he answered all of my questions, clarified some items and provided a lot of helpful information which probably saved me from a few undesired missteps. I feel the consultation was money well spent and I highly recommend their services.”
“We had our initial consultation with Luciano Oliveira yesterday and it was immediately apparent that we were dealing with a seasoned professional with deep knowledge and extensive experience in all aspects of real estate transactions in Brazil. We will certainly be using Oliveira Lawyers to buy our property in Brazil.”
“During our consultation, Mr. Oliveira provided sound legal advice and assistance to me as I was planning to purchase real estate in Brazil for the first time. He impressed me with his professionalism, knowledge, and experience, and he was patient in explaining the legal procedures and requirements involved, which gave me confidence to proceed.”
“I discussed a difficult situation concerning the purchase of real estate in Brazil by an American citizen and received a very thoughtful and informative consultation with Mr. Oliveira. I will definitely work with him again on this project.”
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More client experiences with our property services:
“They handled every complex detail of my property acquisition in Valinhos with precision, from the international fund transfers to the final digital signatures. Despite the geographical distance and the complexities of coordinating between four countries and 4 continents, they provided constant communication and total transparency.”
“Transferring funds from outside of Brasil, managing interactions with the seller, and managing the interactions with banks, and tax requirements, and registration of the completed purchase of the property. I can highly recommend him.”
“Excellent team and a great experience. Great service from the very start. The communication was exceptional and they really took all of the stress and fear out of buying a property abroad. They were happy to advise me at every step.”
“Buying property in Brazil can be very intimidating for foreigners who do not speak Portuguese, but Luciano and Paulo assisted with every step and made sure everything was done correctly and I was protected from any mistakes.”
“Paulo Sales negotiated all the terms of the purchase agreement with the seller and the seller’s attorney, and made sure all the necessary documents and background checks were accomplished.”
“Luciano and Patrick provided expert guidance through every step of the transaction. They were very responsive from start to finish and took time to explain the nuances of the legal issues and the process for closing the transaction.”
“Everyone there is extremely helpful and answers questions quickly, correctly, and succinctly. And patiently too, for the questions I asked multiple times.”
“From the very beginning, the firm demonstrated exceptional professionalism, patience, and diligence. They took the time to clearly explain every step of the process and ensured I felt supported and informed throughout.”
“We selected Oliveira Lawyers and are very please with the result, because we now own a house near Rio and just received our residency approval for the next 4 years.”
“Thankfully I chose Oliveira to set up the transaction because there were issues that arose at the end of completing the sale . Marina was very helpful quickly clearing it up with the proper documents.”
“Regarding assistance with property purchases, Marina was very helpful. She handled all matters with banks, real estate agencies, lawyers, and the opposing party.”
“My husband and I hired Oliveira Lawyers to assist us with purchasing a condo in Brazil, and we couldn't be happier with our experience! The entire team demonstrated exceptional efficiency and professionalism from start to finish.”
Before you book: frequently asked questions
Is the consultation fee credited toward further services?
Yes. The booking terms state that the first consultation fee is credited in full toward our services. Further work is separately scoped and quoted; the consultation itself does not include ongoing representation.
Does the consultation include document review?
No. We do not review contracts, property records, or other documents before or during this consultation. The call provides advice based on the circumstances you describe and helps identify next steps. Any document review, due diligence, or transaction approval requires a separate engagement.
Can I book before I have found a property?
Yes. Bring your intended location, budget, timeline, and questions about buying in your own name, buying with someone else, or linking the purchase to residency. Assessment of a specific property and its documents requires a separately agreed review.
What if I am selling, have a dispute, or face an urgent deadline?
Email [email protected] with a short description and the deadline before booking. The linked appointment is for buying real estate and investor-residency questions. We can confirm the appropriate service and availability for other matters. A booking does not itself extend a deadline or engage us to take urgent action.
How do I change or cancel my appointment?
Check the cancellation and rescheduling terms shown during booking and the instructions in your confirmation. Contact us if you need help or cannot find a suitable time. Confirm the time zone displayed in the scheduler before selecting an appointment.