Helping U.S. and Brazilian companies expand across borders with less risk, greater clarity, and stronger execution.
I advise founders, executives, and companies on market entry, cross-border strategy, negotiations, and risk management across the U.S., Brazil, and Latin America.
With more than 20 years of international experience across São Paulo, New York, Palo Alto, Dallas, Mexico, and the UK, I bring legal, commercial, and cultural fluency to complex cross-border decisions.
Fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, I work with leadership teams navigating expansion, partnerships, contracts, and execution across jurisdictions — so growth decisions are clear, aligned, and built to last.
Former Bloomberg | Twilio | Mayer Brown | Haynes & Boone | 20+ years international experience
Cross-Border Advisory Services
Legal & Cultural Advisory for International Transactions
International transactions require more than legal documentation. I advise companies across Brazil, the U.S., and Latin America on regulatory nuance, negotiation dynamics, and cultural expectations to help deals move forward with clarity, alignment, and reduced risk.
Cross-Border Expansion Advisory
I support companies planning to enter or grow in the U.S., Brazil, or Latin American markets, helping leadership teams identify risks, structure decisions, and execute expansion with clarity.
This may include:
• Market-entry strategy and planning
• Cross-border structuring considerations
• Partner and joint-venture evaluation
• Risk assessment and execution planning
• Coordination with local counsel and advisors
• Strategic guidance for leadership teams
Note: Any legal advice provided is limited to Brazilian & International law. I do not provide U.S. legal advice.
Contract & Negotiation Support for International Deals
I advise companies involved in cross-border transactions, partnerships, and commercial agreements, helping ensure contracts reflect the company's real business intent and protect it across jurisdictions.
This may include:
• Review of cross-border agreements
• Negotiation support in international deals
• Commercial contract strategy
• Alignment between legal terms and business goals
• Risk review before signing key agreements
Brazil & Latin America Strategic Guidance
For companies operating in Brazil or Latin America, I provide practical guidance on navigating local legal, cultural, and business realities that often affect cross-border decisions.
This may include:
• Understanding local business practices
• Coordination with Brazilian counsel
• Regulatory and structural considerations
• Cultural and negotiation dynamics
• Support for U.S. companies working in Brazil
• Support for Brazilian companies entering the U.S.
About Me
I’m Edie Saccomandi, a Brazil-licensed attorney with more than 20 years of experience in international legal and business environments across São Paulo, New York, Palo Alto, Dallas, Mexico, and the UK.
My background includes global law firms and international companies, where I worked on cross-border transactions, negotiations, and expansion projects involving the U.S., Brazil, and Latin America.
Today, through Saccomandi Strategy, I advise companies and leadership teams facing complex international decisions, bringing a combination of legal training, commercial judgment, and cultural fluency that helps reduce risk and improve execution across borders.
I hold a Master’s degree in International & Business Law from Southern Methodist University and am fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish.
“Latin America is not for amateurs. It requires a guide who speaks the language of law, business, and culture. That is the bridge I build for my clients."
— Edie Saccomandi