I am looking for a Brazilian attorney to legally review a prenup with my fiancée. The prenup is only 18 pages written in both English and Portuguese. My fiancée speaks and reads English. The prenup follows USA/Virginia law. Once reviewed and signed by a lawyer with my fiancée, she can signe the prenup witnessed with a notary. The document is only for use in Virginia - Brazilian marital property law is very clear. I will have the document apostiled here in Virginia. I am estimating the time needed to review, sign and notarize this document to be less than an hour. Please provide me with your best offer. Thank you!
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Castro Magalhães Law Offices
Feb 23, 2026
Feb 23, 2026
Castro Magalhães Sociedade Individual de Advocacia
Carlos HB de Castro Magalhães OAB/RJ 080.783 | OAB/SP 501.014
Avenida Presidente Vargas, 3131, sala 604, Cidade Nova, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Avenida Paulista 1471, conjunto 511, CP 3622, Bela Vista, São Paulo, SP
February 23, 2026
Proposal for Legal Services: Review of Prenuptial Agreement
Dear Client,
I am pleased to submit this proposal for the provision of legal services related to the review of a prenuptial agreement drafted in accordance with the laws of the State of Virginia, United States of America. As a Brazilian attorney with extensive experience in private international law, family law, and cross-border matrimonial agreements, I will ensure the document is properly reviewed, adapted where necessary for Brazilian recognition, and prepared for secure execution in Brazil.
Scope of Services
These services will include:
- Comprehensive review of the prenuptial agreement to assess its compliance with Virginia law, while considering Brazilian legal principles (e.g., Brazilian Civil Code provisions on regime de bens, pacta antenupciais, and requirements for recognition/enforceability in Brazil).
- Advice and recommendations on the terms, potential risks, and any suggested adjustments to better protect the interests of the Brazilian fiancée.
- Preparation of a bilingual version (English and Portuguese) of the agreement to facilitate full understanding and compliance with Brazilian formalities.
- Guidance on the notarization and authentication process.
- Full advisory assistance before a Brazilian notary public during the reading and signing of the agreement, ensuring that the document is properly explained, read aloud if required, and executed in accordance with Brazilian notarial rules (including presence of witnesses when applicable and compliance with Lei 8.935/1994 and Provimento CNJ).
These services do not include drafting the original prenuptial agreement from scratch or representing any party in court proceedings (judicial or extrajudicial litigation), but focus on review, advisory, bilingual preparation, and support for proper execution in Brazil. The work will be conducted remotely or in-person at my offices in Rio de Janeiro or São Paulo, as convenient for the parties.
Fees
In accordance with the Tabela Indicativa de Honorários Advocatícios 2025 of the Ordem dos Advogados do Brasil – Seção Rio de Janeiro (OAB/RJ), the minimum indicative fee for a legal opinion (parecer jurídico) combined with advisory services on family law contracts (including review and guidance on prenuptial agreements and extrajudicial acts) is R$ 5.000,00 (five thousand Brazilian Reais). This fee covers the full scope described above.
Payment terms:
- 50% upon acceptance of this proposal and commencement of work.
- 50% upon delivery of the legal opinion, bilingual reviewed document, and completion of notary advisory (if signing occurs within the scope).
Additional costs (e.g., certified sworn translation by a public translator, notary fees, authentication/apostille if required for Virginia law aspects, or travel expenses beyond Rio de Janeiro/São Paulo) are not included and will be quoted and reimbursed separately.
Acceptance and Next Steps
If you accept this proposal, please sign below and return a signed copy (via email or WhatsApp). I will then proceed promptly. For questions, clarifications, or to schedule an initial call, please contact me using the details below.
Acceptance Signature
Client Signature Date:
Date: ________________________
Carlos HB de Castro Magalhães OAB/RJ 080.783 | OAB/SP 501.014
Avenida Presidente Vargas, 3131, sala 604, Cidade Nova, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Avenida Paulista 1471, conjunto 511, CP 3622, Bela Vista, São Paulo, SP
February 23, 2026
Proposal for Legal Services: Review of Prenuptial Agreement
Dear Client,
I am pleased to submit this proposal for the provision of legal services related to the review of a prenuptial agreement drafted in accordance with the laws of the State of Virginia, United States of America. As a Brazilian attorney with extensive experience in private international law, family law, and cross-border matrimonial agreements, I will ensure the document is properly reviewed, adapted where necessary for Brazilian recognition, and prepared for secure execution in Brazil.
Scope of Services
These services will include:
- Comprehensive review of the prenuptial agreement to assess its compliance with Virginia law, while considering Brazilian legal principles (e.g., Brazilian Civil Code provisions on regime de bens, pacta antenupciais, and requirements for recognition/enforceability in Brazil).
- Advice and recommendations on the terms, potential risks, and any suggested adjustments to better protect the interests of the Brazilian fiancée.
- Preparation of a bilingual version (English and Portuguese) of the agreement to facilitate full understanding and compliance with Brazilian formalities.
- Guidance on the notarization and authentication process.
- Full advisory assistance before a Brazilian notary public during the reading and signing of the agreement, ensuring that the document is properly explained, read aloud if required, and executed in accordance with Brazilian notarial rules (including presence of witnesses when applicable and compliance with Lei 8.935/1994 and Provimento CNJ).
These services do not include drafting the original prenuptial agreement from scratch or representing any party in court proceedings (judicial or extrajudicial litigation), but focus on review, advisory, bilingual preparation, and support for proper execution in Brazil. The work will be conducted remotely or in-person at my offices in Rio de Janeiro or São Paulo, as convenient for the parties.
Fees
In accordance with the Tabela Indicativa de Honorários Advocatícios 2025 of the Ordem dos Advogados do Brasil – Seção Rio de Janeiro (OAB/RJ), the minimum indicative fee for a legal opinion (parecer jurídico) combined with advisory services on family law contracts (including review and guidance on prenuptial agreements and extrajudicial acts) is R$ 5.000,00 (five thousand Brazilian Reais). This fee covers the full scope described above.
Payment terms:
- 50% upon acceptance of this proposal and commencement of work.
- 50% upon delivery of the legal opinion, bilingual reviewed document, and completion of notary advisory (if signing occurs within the scope).
Additional costs (e.g., certified sworn translation by a public translator, notary fees, authentication/apostille if required for Virginia law aspects, or travel expenses beyond Rio de Janeiro/São Paulo) are not included and will be quoted and reimbursed separately.
Acceptance and Next Steps
If you accept this proposal, please sign below and return a signed copy (via email or WhatsApp). I will then proceed promptly. For questions, clarifications, or to schedule an initial call, please contact me using the details below.
Acceptance Signature
Client Signature Date:
Date: ________________________
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