About Vilma Kutomi
Vilma Toshie Kutomi is a renowned lawyer with over forty years of experience in Labor Law, executive compensation, and immigration. Her career is marked by her work in complex issues such as union negotiations, labor litigation arising from layoffs and downsizing, employee transfers, working hours, salary adjustments, abuse of power, and offshore work. Additionally, her practice includes strategic planning, the development of action plans, and the analysis of labor aspects in mergers and acquisitions.
Vilma Kutomi was the partner responsible for the labor and executive compensation area at Mattos Filho, Veiga Filho, Marrey Jr. e Quiroga Advogados and has also worked at Demarest e Almeida Advogados. She has extensive experience advising companies in various sectors, including banking, pharmaceuticals, food, steel, electronics, automotive, chemicals, mining, software, telecommunications, energy, insurance, and oil and gas. Her practice covers both consultancy and labor litigation, defending employers in administrative and judicial processes, as well as providing guidance on compliance policies and benefits related to work visas and international treaties.
Consistently recognized as one of Brazil’s top labor lawyers by specialized publications, Vilma is a member of the Labor Business Law Committee of the São Paulo OAB and also a collaborating member of the Study Committee of the Brazilian Association of Technical Standards (ABNT) on safety and physical/mental health matters. She is a frequent speaker at universities and legal education forums.
Vilma holds a Law degree from the Pontifical Catholic University of São Paulo (PUC-SP). She attended an extension course related to the Introduction to the U.S. Legal System program at Harvard Law School. She holds a postgraduate degree in Digital Law from PUC-PR. She also attended a specialization course in 2025 related to psychosocial risk factors at the ABNT program. In addition, she is currently attending an EAD program in AI/ML (Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence) at Texas University. Vilma is also a board member of the Mediation and Arbitration Center at the American Chamber of Commerce for Brazil (CAM Amcham) and holds certifications in Mediation from the São Paulo Lawyers’ Association (AASP) and in Arbitration from the Getulio Vargas Foundation (FGV).
Legal and Strategic Consultancy
Vilma Kutomi Advocacia offers strategic consultancy in Labor Law, assisting clients in complex matters such as union negotiations and collective bargaining agreements. The firm provides advisory services in labor litigation arising from activities such as layoffs and downsizing, as well as analyzing and developing action plans for salary adjustments, working hours, and working conditions. The firm also offers guidance on compliance policies and benefits related to work visas and international treaties. Additionally, the team provides consultancy on employment contracts, executive compensation, and benefits policies.
Labor Litigation and Defense
The firm defends employers in both administrative and judicial processes, ensuring legal protection in labor disputes. It also provides consultancy on employee transfers and offshore work. Moreover, the firm offers legal assistance in mergers and acquisitions, with a specific focus on addressing labor-related aspects to ensure smooth and compliant transactions.
Workplace Safety and Health
Vilma Kutomi Advocacia provides comprehensive consultancy in occupational safety and health, covering environmental and occupational health matters. The firm specializes in assessing and advising on psychosocial risks and other risk factors in the workplace, aiming to enhance workplace safety and employee well-being. The team works closely with clients to ensure regulatory compliance and to promote healthier, safer work environments.
Mediation and Arbitration
The firm offers labor mediation and arbitration services, providing alternative dispute resolution methods for labor-related conflicts. Vilma Kutomi Advocacia also conducts training sessions and seminars at universities and legal education forums, sharing expertise in labor law and alternative dispute resolution.