Property division in Brazil depends on the applicable marital property regime, the origin and acquisition date of each asset, liabilities and any international connection of the couple.
When legal advice may be useful
- the spouses own real estate or financial assets in Brazil;
- companies, shares or family businesses are involved;
- assets were acquired before or during the marriage;
- a foreign divorce did not resolve property located in Brazil.
Issues normally reviewed
The review separates individual and marital property, examines documents and debts, and identifies whether division can be agreed or requires judicial determination.
- marriage certificate and prenuptial agreement;
- property records, bank statements and company documents;
- debts and payments made during the relationship;
- foreign judgments and registration requirements in Brazil.
Documents and case preparation
Documents vary according to the matter. An initial review may require identity and civil-status certificates, Brazilian or foreign court orders, property records, financial information, communications and certified translations.
Related Brazilian family-law matters
This issue may need to be coordinated with other Brazilian family-law services, particularly when one case combines children, maintenance, property, civil records or international proceedings.
Official legal references
Official references: Brazilian Civil Code, Brazilian Code of Civil Procedure. The application of each provision depends on the facts, jurisdiction and relief required.
Legal assistance in Brazil
For an individual assessment, use the contact page. Telephone +55 (51) 3369-3360; WhatsApp 0800-9999100. This page provides general information and is not a legal opinion for a particular case.