Fabio Riva

Fabio Riva is a seasoned legal professional who recently joined CMT ADV - Carvalho, Machado e Timm Advogados as a Partner.4 With over 20 years of experience in various areas of law, Riva brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his new role.

Professional Background

Riva's career spans both private practice and in-house positions:

• He worked as an associate lawyer in prominent law firms in São Paulo, Brussels, and New York.2
• For 15 years, he held executive legal positions at a major multinational consumer goods company, with roles based in Brazil, the United States, and Europe.2
• Most recently, Riva served as the global director of legal and corporate affairs at AB InBev.16

Areas of Expertise

Riva's extensive experience covers:

• Dispute resolution
• Compliance
• Regulation
• Competition law
• Intellectual property
• Technology23

Education and Qualifications

Riva's educational background includes:

• Law degree from the University of São Paulo (USP)
• Master's degree in International Law from Université Paris I (Panthéon-Sorbonne)
• Master of Laws (LLM) from New York University2

He is licensed to practice law in Brazil (OAB-SP) and New York (NY State Bar).2

Current Role and Responsibilities

As a Partner at CMT ADV, Riva:

• Provides legal advice to clients on regulatory matters, intellectual property, contracts, and technology-related issues.5
• Leverages his extensive in-house experience to offer practical insights and support to clients across various sectors.1

Additional Roles

In addition to his legal practice, Riva is a professor in the postgraduate program at Fundação Getúlio Vargas Law School (FGV Direito SP), teaching courses related to regulation, competition law, compliance, technology, and strategic use of data.2

Riva's move to CMT ADV represents a significant career transition, allowing him to apply his diverse experience and knowledge to benefit a wider range of clients across multiple industries.1