Lucas Alves Freire

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Title

Deputy attorney general

Biography

Legal Counsel at the Central Bank of Brazil (BCB) since 2006, specializing in monetary policy, financial markets, international contracts, and fast payment systems. Deputy General Counsel since June 2022, heading the Legal Advisory Department at the BCB's Legal Service. Played a key role in providing legal support for the rollout of Pix. Holds both a master’s and bachelor’s degree in law from the Federal University of Minas Gerais. Frequently speaks at events and publishes academic articles on financial system regulation and instant payments.