Bianca dos Santos Waks

Bianca has conceived and implemented a pro bono service in favor of the defense of human rights, with focus on women’s rights, the rights of immigrants and refugees, the LGBTQIA+ community and racial justice, promoting lawyer’s training to deal with these issues. She works with a team of 10 talented and dedicated people who are part of a reference pro bono practice in Brazil. They were recently awarded the Chambers pro bono recognition for their work inspiring other women in the firm to achieve their goals through meaningful work and have also been recognized by Latin Lawyer and Lumen Award. In addition, she has supported and participated in the initial constitution of some of the firm’s affinity groups, especially of LGBTQIA+ and racial inclusion, and is the point of contact for conversations on a professional career and personal development.