Flávio Barros de Lia Pires
Criminal and civil law. Practising since 1984.
area 01 · criminal defence
When your freedom is at stake, every word matters.
Criminal defence with almost a century of courtroom experience. We follow the case from the first summons to the last appeal, with a strategy built around each client.
01what we do
Defence at every stage, in every court.
Contentious criminal law begins when the problem can no longer be solved through compliance or negotiated justice.
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Investigation stage
Support throughout the police inquiry, interviews and evidence-gathering, so nothing happens without your defence present.
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Jury trials
Crimes against life, tried by a jury. A tradition of the firm since Oswaldo de Lia Pires.
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Economic and financial crime
Economic and tax crime, offences against the National Financial System and money laundering.
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Public administration
Offences against public administration and the administration of justice, and offences by public officials and managers.
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Habeas corpus
Habeas corpus petitions, including preventive ones, to protect your freedom before it is too late.
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Appeals and oral argument
Appeals before the appellate and higher courts, including oral argument.
Everything we handle in criminal law (16)
- Crimes against the person
- Jury trial cases
- Offences against public administration and the administration of justice
- Offences against the National Financial System
- Economic and tax offences
- Money laundering
- Military offences
- Electoral offences
- Defamation and offences against honour
- Offences by public officials and managers
- Traffic offences
- Environmental offences
- Appeals before appellate and higher courts
- Original criminal actions and defence in criminal cases
- Habeas corpus
- Oral argument before the courts
02how it works
A defence that starts by listening.
Our method applied to criminal defence. Every case is reviewed at the first conversation.
01
Listen
A private conversation to understand the facts, the documents and what is at stake for you.
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Analyse
We study the case, deadlines and risks, and explain everything in plain language.
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Set the strategy
Together we choose the route: from investigation to trial, every step has a reason.
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Defend and follow through
We are there at every hearing and appeal, and keep you informed throughout.
03who it is for
For anyone who needs a defence that measures up.
Under investigation
People called to give a statement or who know they are the target of an investigation.
Accused
People already facing criminal proceedings, at any level.
Executives and officials
Business owners, managers and public servants with criminal exposure.
Received a summons?
Do not go alone. We explain what it means and prepare the next step with you.
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Defence is a right. Use it from the start.
The earlier the defence steps in, the more options there are. Talk to us as soon as you receive a summons.
04myth or fact?
Myth or fact? Test yourself.
Common beliefs about justice, cleared up in plain English. Pick your answer and flip the card.
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myth or fact? · 01
“If I have nothing to hide, I can give a police statement without a lawyer.”
myth or fact? · 02
“Habeas corpus is only for people already in custody.”
myth or fact? · 03
“A joke can never be a crime.”
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05frequently asked
What people ask us most.
General answers. Every case is reviewed at the first conversation.
Do I have to talk to the police?
No. You have the right to remain silent and to be assisted by a lawyer. Speaking unprepared can harm your defence, so it is best to talk to a lawyer first.
I have been summoned to give a statement. What should I do?
Check the date and the capacity in which you are called (witness or suspect) and talk to us before that date. We prepare the statement and, where appropriate, attend with you.
What is a preventive habeas corpus?
It is a request to the court to prevent an unlawful arrest or restraint that has not yet happened but is imminent.
Do you work outside Porto Alegre?
Yes. The firm acts in every sphere, instance and court, including the higher courts.
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your team
Who works on your case.
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.
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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