Paula earned her Master’s degree in International Organizations and Fundamental Rights with distinction, completing her dissertation with a perfect score and earning a recommendation for publication. She also holds a postgraduate diploma in International Law and Human Rights and completed her Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) at PUC Minas, with additional academic training through the Erasmus Program at the University of Bologna in Italy. Her multilingual fluency and deep understanding of environmental law, civil and human rights, international law, and transnational legal systems allow her to navigate global legal challenges with clarity and purpose.
Her career includes serving as a Senior Associate at a boutique Brazilian law firm, where she represented clients in civil litigation, led legal teams, and presented oral arguments before the court.
Paula also worked as a Brazilian Licensed Attorney, Translator, and later as a Legal Translations Manager at an English law firm, where she oversaw multilingual legal documentation and ensured compliance with international standards on the Mariana Dam Disaster case, the largest class action in UK legal history—giving her a unique comparative law perspective.
Now based in the United States, Paula is focused on bringing her global experience to U.S.-based legal teams, offering clients an edge in cases involving international law, human rights, environmental claims, and high-stakes litigation. She is also registered at the American Bar Association as an International Associate.