PDK Advogados is pleased to celebrate the international recognition of Maria Luísa Souza in the 2027 edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Brazil, in the Civil Rights Law category.

The distinction is part of an international publication recognizing legal professionals and marks an important milestone in Maria Luísa’s career, shaped by legal knowledge, academic research, and an interdisciplinary approach to the practice of law.

A graduate of PUC-Rio with a postgraduate qualification in Criminal Law and Criminology from PUCRS, Maria Luísa gained professional experience at an established Brazilian criminal law boutique. She currently practices at PDK Advogados, focusing on Family and Succession Law and Cybercrime.

Her professional background brings together different legal perspectives, enabling a broader understanding of disputes and their financial, relational, and human implications. Committed to continuous professional development, she is also pursuing postgraduate studies in Family and Succession Law at IBDFAM.

For PDK Advogados, this recognition reflects the firm’s appreciation of professionals who combine technical knowledge, dedication to legal practice, and ongoing professional development.

We congratulate Maria Luísa on this achievement, which marks an important chapter in her career and adds to the professional recognitions received by members of our firm.