GABRIELA COSTA GOULART
Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazil
+55 - |-LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/gabrielacgoulart
CIVIL LITIGATION ATTORNEY | CONSUMER & BANKING LAW | LEGAL OPERATIONS &
CASE STRATEGY
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Brazilian attorney with solid experience in civil litigation, consumer law, and banking law, working
in high-volume legal environments and supporting complex litigation workflows. Skilled in legal
research, drafting procedural documents, case strategy analysis, and client representation.
Experienced in managing litigation portfolios, coordinating legal workflows, and ensuring
procedural compliance in fast-paced law firms. Known for strong analytical thinking,
organization, and ability to deliver efficient legal solutions.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Attorney – Legal Controllership & Litigation Coordination
Lage Machado Law Firm – Belo Horizonte, Brazil (Dec 2024 – Present)
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Coordinate internal legal workflows and litigation support activities across the firm.
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Supervise procedural deadlines and ensure compliance with court requirements.
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Support attorneys in litigation strategy development and case preparation.
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Conduct case analysis and monitor the progress of active litigation matters.
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Assist in managing high-volume caseloads and maintaining procedural organization
within the legal team.
Attorney – Civil Litigation
Lage Machado Law Firm – Belo Horizonte, Brazil (Jul 2024 – Dec 2024)
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Represented clients in civil litigation cases related to consumer and banking disputes.
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Drafted procedural motions, legal defenses, and petitions submitted to trial and
appellate courts.
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Conducted legal research and case law analysis to support litigation strategies.
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Managed case documentation, deadlines, and procedural follow-ups.
Attorney – Civil Litigation
Fabíola Simões Law Firm – Divinópolis, Brazil (May 2023 – Jul 2024)
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Managed civil litigation cases from legal analysis to procedural follow-up.
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Drafted petitions, motions, and agreements for judicial proceedings.
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Represented clients in hearings and supported litigation negotiations.
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Conducted legal research and case law review to strengthen procedural arguments.
GABRIELA COSTA GOULART
Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazil
+55 - |-LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/gabrielacgoulart
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Maintained client communication regarding case progress and legal strategies.
Legal Intern – Civil and Family Law
Public Defender’s Office of the State of Minas Gerais – Passos, Brazil (Jul 2021 – Apr 2023)
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Assisted public defenders in cases involving family law, domestic violence, children’s
rights, and health law.
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Drafted petitions and supported legal case preparation.
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Conducted legal research and analysis of legislation and jurisprudence.
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Assisted with client intake and legal guidance for underserved populations.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) - State University of Minas Gerais (UEMG)
L.L.M. Civil Procedural Law - PUC MINAS
SKILLS & CERTIFICATIONS
Legal Expertise: Civil Law, Civil Procedural Law, Consumer Law, Banking Law, LGPD (Brazilian
General Data Protection Law), Criminal Compliance.
Software: Microsoft Office Suite (Intermediate).
Languages: Portuguese (Native) | English (Fluent).
Certifications: Advanced Studies in LGPD; Economic Criminal Law and Criminal Compliance
(Damásio, 2025); Introduction to Legal English (2024).
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Licensed Attorney – Brazilian Bar Association (OAB/MG 225.420)
