Unconstitutionality of PIS and COFINS on presumed ICMS credit

Pedro Rezek Andery AltranLawyer at Marcos Martins Advogados The Federal Supreme Court has ruled that it is unconstitutional to demand PIS and COFINS on presumed ICMS credits. Presumptive credits are benefits offered by states with the aim of encouraging a certain sector, generating a reduction in tax expenditure. For example, states grant presumed ICMS credits […]

Rio de Janeiro Labor Court regulates party summons via messaging app

Monique Vieira LessaLawyer at Marcos Martins Advogados By means of Provision No. 01/2020, the Regional Labor Court of Rio de Janeiro (TRT 1st Region) has regulated the procedure for electronically summoning parties, lawyers and third parties via messaging apps such as WhatsApp Business or equivalent. Adherence to this form of summons is optional, both for […]