Flávio Barros de Lia Pires
Criminal and civil law. Practising since 1984.
criminal lawyers · porto alegre, brazil
Almost a century defending freedom.
Criminal defence, electoral law, victim support, compliance and civil law. A four-generation tradition, with the closeness of a firm that knows you by name.
de lia pires
degeração em geração
from generation to generation
Four generations of one family devoted to defence. What is learned in the courtroom is handed down.
1926Voltaire de Bittencourt Pires first registers as a lawyer
4Generations of one family in defence
5Practice areas, one team
Top 5Legal brands in the 2025 Marcas de Quem Decide survey
01guided diagnosis
Find the right area in 60 seconds.
Three simple questions. At the end we show you the area, the next step and how to reach us.
02practice areas
Tell us the problem. We will show you the way.
Five areas, one team. Each with its own page, clear steps and answers to frequent questions.
01
Criminal Defence
Defence in investigations and criminal proceedings, from jury trials to the higher courts. We also act on behalf of victims.
02Electoral Law
Candidacies, campaign accounts, advertising and defence in electoral actions. Before, during and after elections.
03Victim Support
Assisting the prosecution, criminal complaints and compensation. Care, clear information and support at every step.
04Advisory and Compliance
Economic crime prevention, legal opinions and support in inquiries and internal investigations. Acting before the problem.
05Civil Law
Contracts, damages, debt recovery, probate and property matters. Legal certainty for life and for business.
03where to start
Which of these is you?
Start with your life, not the statute book. Each path shows the steps and leads to the right area.
i am under investigationI have been summoned
- Read it carefully
- Talk to us first
- Prepare the statement
- Stay safe
- Take your time
- Take it to justice
- Check eligibility
- Register the candidacy
- Campaign within the law
de lia pires · since 1926
Every case deserves a tailored defence.
One-to-one service that takes into account the circumstances of each case and each person.
04our method
Four steps. No surprises.
The same method in every case, from the simplest to the most urgent.
01
Listen
A first private conversation to learn the facts and what matters most to you.
02
Analyse
We study documents, deadlines and risks and explain everything clearly.
03
Decide
You choose the strategy with us. You always know why, how and when.
04
Defend
We handle the case at every stage and keep you informed of every step.
05our history
Four generations. One cause.
Tap each year to see how the defence passed from hand to hand. Unlock every milestone.
1926
The beginning
Voltaire de Bittencourt Pires, a criminal lawyer, joins the Instituto dos Advogados. The Pires family line in law begins.
1/9 milestones discoveredHistory complete. Thank you for getting to know our firm.
Dates and facts from the current website and public sources (Porto Alegre City Council, OAB/RS and Jornal do Comércio). to confirm The current site says "almost 100", "over 100" and "over 80 years". We used "almost a century".
06about us
The team that handles your case.
A firm in constant renewal and improvement, carrying on the record of excellence of those who founded it. Today the third and fourth generations of the Lia Pires family work side by side.
All of our lawyers graduated from PUCRS and belong to the Instituto Lia Pires, which promotes criminal law debates and seminars. Get to know the firm →
Brunno Ruschel de Lia Pires
Criminal, electoral and civil law.
Gabriela Ruschel de Lia Pires
Criminal law. Master’s and doctoral candidate in Criminal Sciences.
Pedro Guilherme Müller Kurban
Civil, electoral and criminal law.
Thiago Pires Jardim de Oliveira
Criminal and civil law.
07our commitments
It is in our name. De Lia Pires.
Five commitments that begin like our brand.
de geração em geraçãofrom generation to generationFour generations of one family devoted to defence. What is learned in the courtroom is handed down.
de confiançaof trustAbsolute confidentiality and a close relationship. You always know who is handling your case.
de frentehead onWe face every case firmly, at every level and in every court.
de pertoup closeOne-to-one service that takes into account the circumstances of each case and each person.
de palavratrue to our wordWe explain in plain language and do what we agree, from first contact to final decision.
08myth or fact?
Myth or fact? Put yourself to the test.
Common beliefs about justice, cleared up in plain English. Pick your answer and flip the card.
0 correct · 0 of 4Challenge complete
myth or fact? · 01
“If I have nothing to hide, I can give a police statement without a lawyer.”
myth or fact? · 02
“In a criminal case, the victim is just a witness.”
myth or fact? · 03
“Electoral law only concerns politicians.”
myth or fact? · 04
“Probate can be done at a notary’s office, without going to court.”
to confirm General answers, to be validated by the lawyers before publishing. They do not replace a consultation.
porto alegre · video call
Decide with confidence. We handle the rest.
From first contact to the end of the case, you always know where it stands.
09recognition
Among the legal brands chosen by decision-makers.
In 2025 the firm was among the five preferred legal brands in the Jornal do Comércio "Marcas de Quem Decide" survey, and the only one focused on criminal law.
Marcas de Quem Decide 2025 · Jornal do Comércio
Source: the firm’s website and Jornal do Comércio (14 April 2025, sponsored content). to confirm
contact
Let’s talk about your case.
Pre-book a consultation in person in Porto Alegre, by video call or by phone. We will reply with available dates.
officeAv. Borges de Medeiros, 2233, cj. 1201
Praia de Belas
CEP 90110-150 · Porto Alegre/RS · Brasil
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Praia de Belas
CEP 90110-150 · Porto Alegre/RS · Brasil
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hoursMonday to Friday, mornings and afternoons (Brasília time) to confirm
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