Anelise Almeida

Anelise Almeida is a prominent Brazilian lawyer currently serving as the head of the Procuradoria Geral da Fazenda Nacional (PGFN). She has gained recognition for her significant contributions in legal proceedings, particularly in cases before the Supreme Federal Court (STF). Notably, she played a crucial role in a landmark ruling that established a cap on education expense deductions for income tax, resulting in substantial savings for the federal government. Almeida's expertise and leadership have positioned her as a strong candidate for the role of Chief of the Advocacia-Geral da União (AGU) amidst ongoing discussions about gender representation in high-level judicial appointments.