Vanessa Lira Dantas is a partner at Amatuzzi Advogados and stands out for her work in structuring contracts and transactions in the real estate sector, as well as in asset management and succession planning. With over 15 years of experience at leading law firms in Brazil, she has developed a solid legal practice characterized by technical precision, strategic vision, and close attention to clients’ needs.

Graduated in Law from Universidade Presbiteriana Mackenzie, Vanessa holds a postgraduate degree in Contracts and Agreements from the International Institute of Social Sciences (IICS) and a specialization in Business Real Estate Law from SECOVI-SP, qualifications that complement her work with a technical and business-oriented approach.

In addition to her expertise in contracts and real estate law, Vanessa advises families and businesses on asset organization and the implementation of succession planning structures, focusing on legal security, asset preservation, and continuity across generations.

Her intellectual output includes significant publications, such as the article on built to suit contracts at the Swiss-Brazilian Chamber of Commerce and an in-depth study on the impacts of COVID-19 on real estate contracts and agreements, as well as issues involving senior living, demonstrating her ability to anticipate legal risks in challenging scenarios and to understand market trends.

Vanessa was recognized by The Legal 500 Latin America and by the Análise Advocacia as one of the leading professionals in her field, solidifying her reputation as a reference in her practice.

Vanessa is also a member of, and actively participates in, executivaZ—a network of women executives that fosters discussion and deepening on various topics related to female leadership.

Outside the office, she cultivates wellness practices such as yoga and meditation, and also dedicates time to reading, traveling, and spending time with her family—elements that complement her sensitive and people-centered approach to practicing law.