Fabiano Deffenti

Fabiano Deffenti is a highly accomplished partner at D&Q - Deffenti & Queiroz Lawyers, a boutique firm specialising in international transactions and dispute resolution, particularly those involving Brazilian connections. Licensed to practise law in New York, Australia, Brazil, and registered in New Zealand, Fabiano brings a wealth of international legal expertise to his clients. His career began at two of Australia's largest law firms, followed by a significant role as a founding partner of a prestigious law firm in southern Brazil, where he led the São Paulo office. With extensive experience guiding multinational clients through cross-border transactions and international arbitrations, Fabiano is adept at establishing joint ventures and new business operations globally. His insight into international tax, customs law, and intellectual property complements his role in supporting cross-border disputes and litigation, particularly involving Brazilian entities in U.S. class actions. Fabiano's polyglot abilities include fluency in Portuguese, English, and Spanish, with proficiency in Italian and conversational Indonesian. Fabiano's academic credentials include an LLB (Hons) and a BBus (Int'l) from Queensland University of Technology, where he was a student representative and excelled in his studies. His professional influence extends beyond his practice, having served as a Beachheads Advisor for Brazil with New Zealand Trade and Enterprise and contributing as a guest lecturer at the University of Sydney Business School. As a deputy editor and committee chair with the American Bar Association, he has further cemented his authority in international law. His published work at Offshore Investment Magazine and his founding of Deffenti Consulting highlight a career dedicated to facilitating global business development and legal excellence.