Firms To Watch: Environment

Based between Curitiba and São Paulo, COSRO offers assistance to clients across the agribusiness, food and beverage, consumer goods, retail, energy, real estate, life sciences and infrastructure sectors with environmental licensing, climate change issues, contaminated areas, crisis management and due diligence, among other mandates. Vilmar Luiz Graça Gonçalves is the main point of contact.
Founded by environmental law specialist Letícia Yumi Marques, Belém-based boutique firm Letícia Marques Advocacia Socioambiental advises on sustainability, ESG, climate litigation, and public civil actions across agribusiness, timber, and other regulated industries.

Environment in Brazil

Milaré Advogados

Environmental law boutique Milaré Advogados offers comprehensive support across both contentious and non-contentious matters, assisting clients across all industries that engage with environmental regulation. The firm provides preventive and litigation advice related to administrative, judicial and criminal proceedings, while also handling regulatory matters and environmental licensing for infrastructure and forestry projects. Founding partner and industry veteran Édis Milaré leads the practice alongside Lucas Tamer Milaré, who also brings extensive expertise in a vast array of environmental mandates. Maria Clara Rodrigues Alves Gomes is especially active in matters concerning the infrastructure, energy, mining, and oil and gas sectors, while Thiago Sales Pereira combines deep litigation and advisory experience. Rubens Silveira Neto focuses on civil litigation, and Lupércio Alves Cruz de Carvalho handles licensing matters and litigation at the intersection of environmental and mining, agricultural and business law. Junior lawyers Matheus Fernando Félix and João Pedro Carreira Jenzura brought additional strength to the team, arriving from Oliveira e Brito and Buzaglo Dantas Advogados in April 2024 and January 2025, respectively.

Responsables de la pratique:

Édis Milaré; Lucas Tamer Milaré


Autres avocats clés:

Maria Clara Rodrigues Alves Gomes; Thiago Sales Pereira; Rubens Silveira Neto; Lupércio Alves Cruz de Carvalho


Principaux clients

COFCO Internacional S.A


JHSF Incorporações Ltda., Polônia Incorporações Ltda.; Canárias Administradora de Bens Ltda.


Zillor Energia e Alimentos


ArcelorMittal Brasil S.A


Galeria Tilli Center


Lumiar Administradora de Imóveis Ltda.


Elvin Lubrificantes Indústria e Comércio Ltda.


BBC Indústria e Comércio Ltda.


Principaux dossiers


Pinheiro Neto Advogados

With decades of ‘renowned expertise’, Pinheiro Neto Advogados advises domestic and international clients, including public and private entities, on both contentious and non-contentious environmental matters. Working closely with other departments, the São Paulo-based team handles complex litigation involving environmental damages, contamination and licensing issues. Sustainability, biodiversity, climate change and ESG are key areas for the ‘communicative and collaborative’ team, which provides ‘in-depth analysis’ on matters concerning industrial emissions, natural resource protection, conservation units, health and safety, and indigenous peoples and traditional communities. The ‘strategic and perceptive’ team is led by ‘detail-oriented’ André Vivan de Souza, with broad advisory and litigation experience covering environmental licensing, waste management, and carbon markets. Alexandre Outeda Jorge brings ‘impeccable knowledge’ of environmental and occupational matters, while Werner Grau Neto has a strong track record in the infrastructure sector, advising on licensing issues, soil contamination and industrial pollution. Paula Susanna Amaral Mello focuses on sustainability and climate change, while Luis Celso Cecilio Leite Ribeiro handles multi-party disputes and negotiations with governmental and environmental agencies. Senior associate Natália Azevedo de Carvalho is experienced in cross-border litigation, circular economy initiatives, carbon market projects and mining and dam safety.

Responsables de la pratique:

André Vivan de Souza


Autres avocats clés:

Alexandre Outeda Jorge; Werner Grau Neto; Paula Susanna Amaral Mello; Luis Celso Ribeiro; Natália Azevedo de Carvalho; Caio Romão; Giovanna Rodrigues


Les références

‘Highly qualified professionals.’

‘André Vivan de Souza is knowledgeable about the challenges of carbon projects on public lands in Brazil, detail-oriented and seeks to solve complex cases.’

‘Business experts, dedicated to understanding the minutiae and details, are extremely in-depth in their analysis, maintaining a good understanding of the scenario, the context and the impacts of each strategy discussed. They are strategic and perceptive in their cases.’

Principaux clients

EKKO Group


Whirlpool


Great Panther


Chevron Oronite Brasil


Coalizão Embalagens


Reservas Votorantim


Gerdau


Genomines


China Three Gorges (Rio Paranapanema Energia S.A.)


DVG Industrial


Imerys


Mina Tucano


EKKO Group


Whirlpool


Great Panther


Chevron Oronite Brasil


Coalizão Embalagens


Reservas Votorantim


Gerdau


Genomines


China Three Gorges (Rio Paranapanema Energia S.A.)


DVG Industrial


Imerys


Mina Tucano


Principaux dossiers


BMA Advogados

The environmental and climate practice at BMA Advogados excels in criminal investigations and high-profile litigation concerning environmental liability in national and international settings. Acting for clients across agribusiness, mining, steel, logistics, energy, sanitation and real estate, the team also advises on offshore decommissioning, M&A due diligence, ESG compliance and carbon credits and decarbonisation projects. The practice is led by Márcio Pereira in Rio de Janeiro, who focuses on sustainability issues and the regulation of natural resource use, and São Paulo-based Fernanda A. Tanure, who specialises in conflict resolution. João Raso, based in Belo Horizonte, joined from Cescon Barrieu in November 2024, bringing expertise in mining, while São Paulo-based Ana Carolina Cerqueira Duque joined from Kearney in November 2024, focusing on environmental and climate change matters.

Responsables de la pratique:

Márcio Pereira; Fernanda A. Tanure


Autres avocats clés:

Marina Maciel; Marlus Oliveira; João Raso; Ana Carolina Cerqueira Duque


Les références

‘Highly experienced team, active in the sector and specialised.’

‘The firm stands out in cases involving highly complex environmental cases, operating not only at the national level, but also in international jurisdictions. With an excellent and experienced legal team, the firm constantly monitors legislative and regulatory updates, as well as doctrine and case law, ensuring a legal service that is always up-to-date and well-informed, anticipating possible scenarios in the context of legal decisions.’

‘BMA presents high-quality work, with precision and clarity in the legal opinions it issues. I would highlight the environmental team, especially Marina Maciel and Fernanda Tanure, who, in addition to being highly qualified and committed to the best results, are people I love to interact with. A top-notch team, orchestrated with the experienced and collaborative vision of partner Márcio Pereira. That makes a difference!’

Principaux clients

Vale S/A


PQ Silicas Brasil Ltda


Technip Brasil – Engenharia, Instalações e Apoio Marítimo LTDA


Gás Verde S.A.


Santo Antonio Energia S.A.


UNICA – União da Indústria de Cana-de-Açúcar e Bioenergia


Buriqui Costa Nativa Empreendimentos e Participações Ltda.


Concessionária Rodovia dos Tamoios


Associação de Investidores em Infraestrutura Multissetorial (MoveInfra)


Urca Energia S.A.


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised Vale S/A on various environmental procedures for the decommissioning of mining tailings dams in Minas Gerais, including the successful negotiation of a final settlement involving investments in water infrastructure.
  • Representing the Brazilian Rural Society in a Claim of Non-Compliance with a Fundamental Precept, aiming to prevent damage to the agricultural sector due to the approval of municipal laws that prohibit aerial pesticide spraying in its territories.
  • Developed a Strategic Action Plan for Moveinfra, to be presented to the Ministry of Environment and Climate, introducing an initiative aimed at supporting decarbonization efforts in the country’s logistics infrastructure sector, focusing on road, rail, waterway, and port segments.

Demarest Advogados

The environmental team at Demarest Advogados 'stands out for its technical excellence, strategic service, and deep knowledge of Brazilian environmental legislation’. The practice acts for leading domestic and international clients across the mining, forestry, agribusiness, renewable energy and oil and gas industries. It handles complex matters, including corporate expansions, licensing issues, litigation, and incident and crisis management ‘with care and attention', but 'always with a practical, business-oriented perspective’. The team is co-led by Luiz Fernando Henry Sant’Anna, a seasoned lawyer with experience in administrative, judicial and extrajudicial matters involving waste and crisis management, and the ‘outstanding’ Fernanda Stefanelo, noted for her expertise in ESG matters, crisis management, infrastructure projects licensing and climate change. Senior associate Luiza da Camara Chaves, who joined from Mattos Filho in September 2024, advises on both contentious and non-contentious environmental issues.

Responsables de la pratique:

Luiz Fernando Sant’Anna; Fernanda Stefanelo


Autres avocats clés:

Luiza da Camara Chaves; Isabelle Carvalho Gonçalves


Les références

‘Demarest stands out for being a full-service firm and providing us with excellent service in all areas. As a result, they have gained extensive knowledge of our operations, which facilitates and speeds up all of our consultations.’

‘Demarest Advogados stands out for its technical excellence, strategic service, and deep knowledge of Brazilian environmental legislation. The environmental team is particularly robust, combining legal mastery with a practical and up-to-date understanding of business needs, especially in complex areas such as reverse logistics, environmental compliance and socio-environmental responsibility. What sets Demarest apart in the national legal market is its ability to combine personalised service with a highly qualified, multidisciplinary structure. The team works collaboratively, integrating across practice areas and actively listening to client needs, resulting in efficient, sustainable legal solutions aligned with best market practices.’

‘Strong market reputation and high-quality support for foreign clients. High-level events and discussions.’

Principaux clients

Copel Geração e Transmissão S.A.


Monsanto/Bayer


Akzo


Nouryon


Firmenich


Pfizer


3AM


Dow Brasil Sudeste Industrial Ltda.


Agrex


COFCO


Bridgestone


V.tal Rede Neutra de Telecomunicações S.A.


AIG


Sumitomo


Mohawk Industries, INC.


Carbonext Tecnologia em Soluções Ambientais Ltda


Ensco


IBA – Indústria Brasileira de Árvores


Comfloresta Cia Cat. de Empr. Florestais


Brasken


Petróleo Brasileiro S.A – Petrobras


ArcelorMittal


Icon Realty Cajamar II Empreendimentos Imobiliários Ltda.


Tiger Rentank


Katrium Industrias Químicas


Banco XP


Yamaha Motor do Brasil Ltda.


Companhia Melhoramentos de São Paulo


Zhong Lun


Kinea Investimentos


Companhia Brasileira de Aluminio – CBA


Bacardi Martini do Brasil Indústria e Comércio Ltda.


Sherwin Williams


Principaux dossiers


  • Advising Copel Geração e Transmissão S.A. on an environmental public civil action concerning atmospheric emissions, environmental licensing, soil, and water quality.

Graça Couto, Sequerra, Levitinas, Bicudo, Leal & Abby Advogados

Environmental boutique Graça Couto, Sequerra, Levitinas, Bicudo, Leal & Abby Advogados is skilled at handling litigation and crisis management across the energy, mining, oil and gas, infrastructure and paper and pulp sectors. The team has notable strength in climate change-related matters, including navigating crises associated with environmental disasters and extreme events, licensing processes for projects in the Amazon and advising on carbon markets and emissions regulations. The practice is jointly led by seasoned lawyer Oscar Graça Couto, Guilherme Leal, who focuses on strategic counselling, high-stakes disputes and climate change-related issues, and Alexandre Abby, who specialises in the procedural aspects of collective actions and arbitration. Associate Mariana Miranda handles environmental licensing, compliance and dispute resolution in the energy sector.

Responsables de la pratique:

Oscar Graça Couto; Guilherme Leal; Alexandre Abby


Autres avocats clés:

Mariana Miranda


Principaux clients

Elera Renováveis


Vale


Wilson Sons


Nova Transportadora Sudeste S.A. (NTS)


CTG Group


Equinor


EDF Renewables do Brasil


Belo Monte Transmissora de Energia SPE S/A – BMTE


Companhia Portuária Baía de Sepetiba (CPBS)


Principaux dossiers


Machado Meyer Sendacz e Opice Advogados

Machado Meyer Sendacz e Opice Advogados supports clients in the mining, steel, energy, chemical, agribusiness and forestry sectors in both contentious and non-contentious environmental matters. The São Paulo-based team is noted for its skills in structuring complex projects and M&A transactions, and advising on crisis management, environmental liabilities identification, risk assessment and management. Its ‘technical expertise’ extends to biodiversity, climate change, ESG and green finance-related matters. Practice head Roberta Danelon Leonhardt is adept at handling complex environmental crises, negotiations with environmental agencies and the Public Attorney’s Office, and managing environmental liabilities and risks. Eduardo Ferreira focuses on M&A and administrative and judicial proceedings related to environmental liabilities. Other key figures in the practice include senior associates Thais Ferreira Moreno, Camila Argentino Silva Ribeiro Scopel and Aline Barreto de Moraes e Castro Philodemos.

Responsables de la pratique:

Roberta Danelon Leonhardt


Autres avocats clés:

Eduardo Ferreira; Thais Ferreira Moreno; Camila Argentino Silva Ribeiro Scopel; Aline Barreto de Moraes e Castro Philodemos


Les références

‘The partners’ technical expertise and the fact that they are business-oriented sets them apart from other firms.’

‘Roberta Danelon Leonhardt is the greatest lawyer in ​​environmental and carbon markets law in the country. I would also like to highlight Camila Scopel, an associate on Roberta’s team, who does a great job.’

Principaux clients

Florespar Florestal S.A.


Bayer S.A.


Rio de Janeiro Refrescos


FOSNOR – Fosfatados do Norte-Nordeste S/A


Rumo S.A.


LATAM Airlines


Cargill


Votorantim Cimentos N/NE S.A


Ambev S.A.


EDP Energias do Brasil S.A.


Hines do Brasil


Principaux dossiers


Mattos Filho

Mattos Filho’s ‘exceptional’ environmental practice advises clients across a broad range of industries on high-profile, complex matters, notably cross-border litigation and strategic consultancy, including climate change projects and transactions. Known for its ‘in-depth knowledge of local legislation’, the ‘highly experienced’ team is well-versed in negotiations with regulatory agencies and prosecutors, as well as in advising on the environmental implications of M&A, capital markets and financing transactions. Environmental licensing, crisis management, decarbonisation strategies, and carbon market deals are other core areas of activity for the practice. Based in Rio de Janeiro, Antonio Augusto Reis and Rômulo Sampaio are vastly experienced in carbon market transactions and environmental disputes. In São Paulo, Juliana Gomes Ramalho Monteiro focuses on ESG matters, while associate Tábata Boccanera Guerra de Oliveira handles licensing, climate litigation and sustainability aspects of transactions.

Autres avocats clés:

Antonio Augusto Reis; Rômulo Sampaio; Juliana Gomes Ramalho Monteiro; Tábata Boccanera Guerra de Oliveira; Solange Cunha; Daniela Diniz; Julia Ferreira


Les références

‘Mattos Filho’s environmental team has demonstrated exceptional performance. They stand out for their technical excellence in all demands, from complex structuring for environmental negotiations to higher-level guidance for better engagement. Their in-depth knowledge of local legislation, combined with a proactive and strategic approach, adds value. Their ability to anticipate challenges and propose innovative solutions consolidates them as indispensable strategic partners.’

‘The team led by Antonio Augusto Reis demonstrated excellent cultural alignment skills, establishing remarkable synergy. This integration resulted in more fluid and efficient communication, optimising processes and strengthening the partnership. The team’s ability to understand and adapt to our organisational dynamics has been fundamental to the success of joint operations.’

‘Mattos Filho is a cutting-edge firm with a multidisciplinary approach. The lawyers are highly experienced and focus on the oil and gas industry, which provides a more specific perspective on the sector.’

Principaux clients

BW


PetroChina


Rosneft


Origem Energia


Ecopetrol


Cocal


New Wave


Instituto Clima e Sociedade


Patria


Maralto Terminal de Contêiners


Rumo


Equatorial Energia


Netflix


Eletrobras


BRK Ambiental


Nucor


Equinor


Rio+ Saneamento


Kenvue


Garrett Motion


Microsoft


White Martins


Amazon


Clave


Paragominas


Braskem


ABBI


Eneva


Galp


Instituto Ekos


Regreen


Rio Galeão


Sinobras


IBM


CBA


Albras


Norsk Hydro


JP Morgan


BHP Billiton


Emergent Forest Finance Accelerator


Suzano


Febraban


Unipar


Neoenergia


Perenco


Cosan


Allos


Ambev


Oceana


Acelen


Bayer


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised BHP on a historic $170bn settlement with the Brazilian government for the Fundão Dam breach, Brazil’s largest environmental case.
  • Advised JP Morgan Chase, alongside Jones Day, on the dismissal without prejudice of two US lawsuits regarding the financing of mining operations in Minas Gerais.
  • Advises Norsk Hydro on a Dutch lawsuit by Brazilian plaintiffs over alleged environmental accidents in Pará, Brazil.

Tauil & Chequer Advogados

Tauil & Chequer Advogados’ environmental, climate change and ESG practice combines ‘legal, technical and commercial knowledge’ to advise domestic and international clients on administrative and judicial litigation, and non-contentious issues, including M&A and capital markets transactions. Known for its ‘excellent service’, the team assists with environmental licensing and liabilities, crisis management, climate litigation, carbon pricing and markets, and sensitive human rights matters involving indigenous populations. Both based in Rio de Janeiro, practice head Luiz Gustavo Bezerra – qualified in several jurisdictions and with an ‘excellent’ reputation – and newly promoted partner Gedham Gomes – recognised for his ‘profound technical capacity’ – advise clients across a wide range of industries on complex dispute resolution, transactional and regulatory matters. Other key figures in the practice include associates Victor Rodrigues, also in Rio, and São Paulo-based Victor Trevizan.

Responsables de la pratique:

Luiz Gustavo Bezerra


Autres avocats clés:

Gedham Gomes; Victor Rodrigues; Victor Trevizan


Les références

‘High-value team with excellent service in its area of ​​expertise.’

‘The environmental, climate change, and ESG team at Tauil & Chequer demonstrated absolute legal and commercial knowledge of the sector. Their support was essential for us to navigate the legal and commercial risks of the project, define mitigation strategies and align the approach with the other stakeholders involved, which included traditional populations. They really demonstrated mastery of every detail.’

‘Luiz Gustavo Bezerra is excellent. As a partner and head of the team, he ensured that all of our expectations were exceeded and actively led the work. He was always available for relevant conversations. His strategic insights were very valuable.’

Principaux clients

Eneva


Forbes & Manhattan


Eletronorte


Eletrosul


Hydro


Furnas


Bunge


Brava Energia


Porto Sudeste


Future Climate


Perfin Infra


EDF


Mitsubishi


Carbonext


Biofílica


Ecosecurities


Energisa


Atlas Renewable Energy


Furnas


Baker Hughes


BASF


Chevron


GenZero


Perenco


Salic


Cargill


ABIOVE


Vale


Braskem


JBS


Petronas


BP Bioenergy


Jirau Energia


Cargill


Acelen


OSX


Noble Corporation


PRIO


SLB


TechnipFMC


Principaux dossiers


  • Representing Eneva in connection with the environmental licensing of the Azulão Project and the Japiim Project, its potential impacts to indigenous communities and how it may affect licensing requirements.
  • Representing Brava Energia in several sensitive public civil actions and compensation lawsuits filed by fishermen and fishermen associations, as well as advising in connection with environmental liability risks related to Petrobras divestment assets.
  • Advising Future Climate on risks and strategies pertaining to the participation in a public bid conducted by the State of Amazonas for the development of carbon credit projects in state conservation units, especially due to the involvement of traditional populations.

TozziniFreire

Praised for its ‘assertive, pragmatic and creative’ approach, São Paulo-based TozziniFreire advises on environmental licensing, administrative and judicial proceedings, and compliance due diligence in the context of transactions. Also noted for its ‘ability to innovate and adapt to its clients' needs’, the team fields solid capabilities in risk and contamination management matters as well as carbon market project structuring. The practice is led by founder Adriana Mathias Baptista and the ‘highly respected’ Bianca Bilton Signorini Antacli, who 'has extensive experience in several areas of environmental law, including due diligence in M&A transactions, environmental risk management, judicial and administrative proceedings, and environmental licensing'. Danilo Lambert Vieira de Sousa is a key contact for administrative proceedings, litigation, risk management and environmental licensing.

Responsables de la pratique:

Adriana Mathias Baptista; Bianca Bilton Signorini Antacli


Autres avocats clés:

Danilo Sousa; Gabriela Ariane Ribeiro Mendes; Bruno Pisani Della Barba


Les références

‘The firm stands out for the quality of the service and deliverables.’

‘What sets TozziniFreire Advogados apart in the national legal market is its ability to innovate and adapt to the needs of its clients. Its commitment to inclusion and diversity, promoting a work environment that values ​​different perspectives and experiences, is worth highlighting; so is its collaborative work culture, encouraging the exchange of knowledge and cooperation among team members to achieve the best results. These characteristics not only improve the quality of the service provided but also reinforce the partnership with the client and the confidence that the service will be performed in an assertive, pragmatic and creative manner.’

‘Bianca Bilton Signorini Antacli is a highly respected attorney and partner in the firm’s environmental practice. She has extensive experience in several areas of environmental law, including due diligence in M&A transactions, environmental risk management, judicial and administrative proceedings, and environmental licensing. Among her qualities, I highlight her technical expertise; Bianca has a deep knowledge of environmental issues, including biodiversity, licensing and litigation. She is recognised for her ability to provide strategic advice on projects of great environmental sensitivity. Her leadership and collaboration should also be noted; she is an active member of several important organisations, which is undoubtedly a differentiator, as she constantly shares updates with the client.’

Principaux clients

Sediver


Owens Corning


Ericsson


Cabot


Mitsui


Google


AstraZeneca do Brasil Ltda.


Petroleo Sabba


CPFL


ZF TRW


Principaux dossiers


  • Advising CEBDS on the legal assessment to the Bioeconomy Secretary on the bills of laws related to bioeconomy and on the drafting of the decree on the Bioeconomy National Strategy.

Trench Rossi Watanabe

With extensive experience in the management of contaminated areas and structuring of take-back schemes, Trench Rossi Watanabe is recognised for its ‘promptness, attention and quality’, as well as nationwide and cross-border capabilities. The São Paulo-based practice is also noted for its ‘extensive knowledge’ and strong track record in complex environmental litigation, class actions, infraction notices, licensing, crisis management and carbon markets. Renata Amaral, a name to note for carbon credit deals and decarbonisation strategies, and Manuela Demarche, who excels in environmental licensing, transactional and contentious mandates, lead the practice alongside the ‘dynamic, attentive, precise and technical’ Giovani Tomasoni, noted for his expertise in sustainability, ESG and circular economy issues. Other key contacts include associates Camila Simões Cassiano Julien, Alexandre Jabra and Isabella Sinetti, who joined from Demarest Advogados in October 2024.

Responsables de la pratique:

Renata Amaral; Giovani Tomasoni; Manuela Demarche


Autres avocats clés:

Camila Simões Cassiano Julien; Alexandre Jabra; Isabella Sinetti; Vinicius Amigo


Les références

‘Excellent work provided with extensive knowledge of environmental issues.’

‘Promptness, attention and quality in services.’

‘Giovani Tomasoni provides services in a dynamic, attentive, precise and technical manner.’

Principaux clients

ABIHPEC


Arauco


Biomas


Braskem


Bunge


CEBDS


Dyson


Froneri


Grupo Votorantim


Hidrovias


Kenvue


McKinsey


Mercado Livre


Natura


Norsk Hydro


Novo Nordisk


Procter & Gamble


Ryder


Shell


Suzano


Timbro


Yara


ZEG


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised Arauco on potential risks of environmental liability due to possible expansion of the activities/equipment licensed by the environmental agency of the State of Mato Grosso do Sul (Instituto de Meio Ambiente de Mato Grosso do Sul).
  • Advises Bunge on environmental matters and crisis management, including irregularities in solid waste disposal, effluent discharge, air emissions, soil contamination, sustainability and biodiversity.
  • Advised Emerson Electric do Brasil Ltda. on the legal deactivation process, assisting with the reports to be submitted before the State Environmental Agency (CETESB) and creating a coordinated strategy to ensure full compliance with legislation.

Bichara Advogados

Praised for its  ‘unparalleled expertise in environmental issues’, Bichara Advogados assists clients operating in a range of environmentally sensitive sectors, including energy, mining, construction, oil and gas and agribusiness, with minimising exposure to civil, administrative and criminal liabilities. Environmental licensing, carbon credits transactions, compliance and contamination issues are other key areas of activity for the ‘very technical and experienced’ team, which excels in environmental litigation. São Paulo-based Luciana Gil Ferreira, who focuses on the energy and infrastructure sectors, leads the practice alongside Patrícia Mendanha Dias in Rio de Janeiro, who is ‘experienced’ in administrative and judicial processes, environmental licensing, and due diligence. Associates Cecília Bicalho and Tatiana Teixeira are other key contacts in Rio.

Responsables de la pratique:

Luciana Gil; Patrícia Mendanha Dias


Autres avocats clés:

Tatiana Ferreira; Cecília Bicalho


Les références

‘Extremely competent, dedicated firm with unparalleled expertise in environmental issues.’

‘Partner Patrícia Dias is particularly focused, experienced and has a deep understanding of the client’s business. She is dedicated to the technical and legal aspects of the development of productive activity.’

‘Very technical and experienced lawyers.’

Principaux clients

MRS Logística


Cimento Nacional


Braskem


Votorantim Cimentos


Construtora e Incorporadora Viver


Gerdau Aços Longos


JBS


Citrosuco


Bracell


Intercement S.A


Lundin Mining


Hochschild Mining


Grupo São Joaquim


Petroleum Geo-Services (PGS)


Principaux dossiers


  • Assisting Votorantim Cimentos in a public civil action filed by environmental defence association ‘Água é Vida’ for alleged environmental harm from mining operations in Sergipe, claiming over R$87m for environmental moral damages.
  • Assisting CELESC in challenging an environmental fine imposed by IBAMA exceeding R$163m, related to allegations of environmental damage in an area associated with the Federal University of Santa Catarina.
  • Defending Gerdau, Intermarítima Porto e Logísticas Ltda., Paranapanema S/A, and ExpressoBR Transportes e Logística Ltda. in a collective action seeking compensation for moral and material damages.

Cescon Barrieu

Cescon Barrieu draws on its ‘deep technical expertise’ to advise clients from sectors as varied as real estate, agribusiness, mining, energy, transport and chemicals on administrative, civil and criminal matters. Its expertise encompasses litigation, negotiations with the Public Attorney’s Office and environmental agencies, as well as due diligence for M&A, financing and capital markets transactions. Practice head Roberta Jardim de Morais is praised as ‘brilliant, perceptive and tireless’ and for her expertise in judicial and administrative proceedings, environmental licensing, climate change issues and carbon markets. Mayara Bezerra, who often advises on energy and infrastructure projects as well as environmental litigation, Isabella Pollari and Carolina Teixeira Piñeira are also key members of the ‘outstanding’ team.

Responsables de la pratique:

Roberta Jardim de Morais


Autres avocats clés:

Mayara Bezerra; Isabella Pollari; Carolina Teixeira Piñeira


Les références

‘Cescon’s environmental team is extremely technical, fast and able to provide tailored support, addressing complex problems in a simple way.’

‘Firm with deep technical expertise in the field. Every team member shows strong client commitment and availability.’

‘I have no doubt the environmental team is the best one operating in the market today. They show profound dedication to each case, far exceeding initial expectations and with a relentless focus on achieving the best outcomes. In times of crisis, they work tirelessly, exploring a wide range of options to find the most suitable one for the situation.’

Principaux clients

Fazenda Sequoia Bahia Ltda. (GMT Farms Group)


Usina de Açúcar Santa Terezinha Ltda.


Vibra Energia


IBP – Instituto Brasileiro de Petróleo e Gás


Lesaffre et Compagnie S.A


Aviário Santo Antônio


Ortobom


TUP Porto Sao Luis S.A


Eixo Rodovias


Phoenix Fundo de Investimento em Participação Multiestratégia


Trustee Distribuidora de Títulos e Valores Imobiliários Ltda.


Vale S.A.


Grupo OCQ


Bahia Mineração


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised Fazenda Sequoia in connection with the embargo of three properties and a fine imposed by IBAMA for allegedly removing vegetation without authorisation.
  • Advised Santa Cruz Empreendimentos S.A. on regularising a construction site in the municipality of Boituva.
  • Advised São Francisco Transmissão de Energia and Sterlite Brasil on securing a court ruling compelling IBAMA to finalise an operational license issuance process.

Felsberg Advogados

The ‘highly skilled and exceptionally agile’ team at Felsberg Advogados is noted for its expertise in waste management, take-back programmes and circular economy initiatives, advising on both contentious and non-contentious matters. Active across industries such as electronics, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, food and paper, the team is also proficient in matters concerning contaminated area management, compliance, ESG, climate litigation and carbon and biodiversity credits. The practice is led by Fabricio Soler, recognised as ‘one of the top professionals’ in the waste management-related matters, and expert Daniela Mota, who assists with ESG, solid waste, sanitation and infrastructure-related issues.

Responsables de la pratique:

Fabricio Soler; Daniela Mota


Autres avocats clés:

Rafael Locatelli; Marina Gutierrez


Les références

‘Highly skilled, exceptionally agile, and consistently provides client-focused service.’

‘Fabricio Soler is without a doubt one of the top professionals in the environmental field. Always available despite a busy schedule and remains constantly up to date.’

Principaux clients

Haleon


Ashcroft Willy


Tetra Pak


Ifood


ELETROS


Saint Gobain


Latam Airlines


Pfizer


CLI Sul


Galvani – Fosnor Fertilizantes Fosfatados do Norte-Nordeste


Principaux dossiers


  • Advising CLI Sul on navigating environmental and regulatory requirements to secure corrective licensing for its grain terminal at the Port of Santos.
  • Advised Pfizer regarding compliance with Brazilian legislation on biodiversity, access and benefit sharing to align the operations with international standards for the sustainable use and conservation of biodiversity.
  • Advised LATAM on a comprehensive regulatory and legal mapping project, focusing on environmental compliance requirements, including greenwashing and biodiversity.

Lefosse Advogados

Lefosse Advogados advises clients across the transport, logistics, energy, mining, financial services and agribusiness industries on the environmental aspects of M&A and capital markets transactions, project finance and real estate and asset purchases. Practice head Guilherme d’Almeida Mota is noted for his crisis management experience, particularly in cases involving dam failures, major fires and atmospheric emissions. Also in São Paulo, associate Gabriela Mello focuses on ESG practices implementation and liability mitigation, while Nina Meloni handles due diligence, licensing, take-back systems, and judicial and administrative environmental proceedings.

Responsables de la pratique:

Guilherme d’Almeida Mota


Autres avocats clés:

Gabriela Mello; Nina Meloni


Les références

‘Firm with an environmental practice in full growth, well managed by its partner Guilherme Mota.’

‘Guilherme Mota stands out as a leader in his field.’

‘Guilherme Mota is highly committed to resolving client concerns. He has in-depth and excellent knowledge of market trends, as well as business acumen.’

Principaux clients

J&F


Baiyin Nonferrous Group


Smartfit Escola de Ginástica e Dança S.A.


Lubrizol Corporation


Lavoro Agro


InnovX


CMA CGM Group


Companhia de Saneamento Básico do Estado de São Paulo (SABESP)


Trelleborg


Principaux dossiers


  • Supported Innovx in the implementation of carbon farming projects in Brazil.
  • Advised Lubrizol Corporation on an environmental licensing procedure for enterprises in the states of São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro.
  • Advised J&F on the acquisition of the company responsible for energy distribution in the Amazon state.

Lobo de Rizzo Advogados

Lobo de Rizzo Advogados provides environmental consulting services and representation in judicial and administrative proceedings to clients across a broad range of industries, including food and beverages, energy, automotive and logistics. With a growing capacity in ESG and carbon trading matters, the team has been recently active advising on REDD+ projects and issues concerning indigenous and traditional communities. Based in São Paulo, Renata Pires Castanho, who is a seasoned environmental law practitioner regularly sought out by companies from the automotive, agribusiness, mining, solid waste, energy and construction sectors,  leads the practice alongside Amália Simões Botter Fabbri, who was promoted to partner in May 2024, and focuses on licensing, contaminated law, solid waste and sustainability issues.

Responsables de la pratique:

Renata Pires Castanho; Amália Simões Botter Fabbri


Principaux clients

Volkswagen do Brasil – Indústria de Veículos Automotores Ltda.


Dow Brasil Indústria e Comércio de Produtos Químicos Ltda.


Nestlé Brasil Ltda.


BGreen Gestão Ambiental S.A.


Raia Drogasil S.A.


Dexco S.A.


Corning Incorporated


Brennand Energia S/A


Sylvamo do Brasil


HBR Empreendimentos Imobiliários


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised Advent on the acquisition of a controlling stake in Skala Cosméticos, the fourth largest haircare brand in Brazil.
  • Assisted Cargill with public civil actions in the State of Pará concerning the installation of a Private Use Terminal (TUP).
  • Assisted Raia Drogasil by researching, analysing and reporting local environmental legislation, focusing on health waste management, to assess the legal status of its stores.

Madrona Advogados

Madrona Advogados provides comprehensive environmental law services, encompassing non-contentious matters and representation in administrative and judicial litigation to clients across the telecoms, energy, sanitation, waste management, carbon markets, biodiversity and genetic resources sectors. The team is also active in crisis management, environmental licensing, risk assessments and due diligence matters. The São Paulo team is led by Marina Freire, noted for her experience in environmental licensing, protected areas, solid waste, contamination issues and biodiversity. Associates Nayara Bernardo Rizzi and Arthur Prudente are also key contacts.

Responsables de la pratique:

Marina Freire


Autres avocats clés:

Nayara Bernardo Rizzi; Arthur Prudente


Principaux clients

SBA Torres, Ltda


A.W Faber- Castell S.A.


Brasol


Ambipar Environmental Solutions (AMBP3)


Prolagos – (Aegea Group)


HAP/Convap Consortium


BRK Ambiental – Região Metropolitana de Maceió S.A. (Brookfield Group)


Mini Solares do Brasil S.A. (Hy Brazil Group)


EPR Via Mineira


Parquetur Caminhos do Mar S.A.


Principaux dossiers


Veirano Advogados

Veirano Advogados is noted for its socio-environmental crisis management capabilities, covering contamination issues, environmental damage and cases involving indigenous and traditional communities. The team has a strong presence in the renewable energy, mining, infrastructure and natural resources sectors, advising on carbon markets, licensing processes and compliance matters. The practice is led from São Paulo by Maria Christina Motta Gueorguiev, who is vastly experienced in environmental litigation and crisis management. Beatriz Paulo de Frontin, who is especially active in the mining sector, joined the Rio de Janeiro office from BMA Advogados in December 2023.

Responsables de la pratique:

Maria Christina M. Gueorguiev


Autres avocats clés:

Beatriz Paulo de Frontin; Lívia Miné; Luisa Rossit; Larissa Vital; Ana Laura Carvalho


Les références

‘The firm was of extreme importance to the smooth running and success of our initiatives.’

‘The partners and lawyers involved in our matters have a deep understanding of the administrative and judicial processes, making communication very easy and effective.’

‘The standout individuals on the environmental team are partner Maria Christina Motta Gueorguiev and attorney Ana Laura Ramires Carvalho. Both demonstrate in-depth technical knowledge of environmental law, including legislation and its rules, court decisions, and precedents.’

Principaux clients

Atvos


Arauco Celulose do Brasil S.A.


Belterra


Vale S/A


MRS Logística


Comgás


Seatrium


Águia Fertilizantes S.A.


Hidrovias do Brasil


Arcelor Mittal


Principaux dossiers


  • Supporting Alumina do Norte do Brasil S.A. (Norsk Hydro) by analysing documents related to a Conduct Adjustment Agreement implemented following the 2018 ore tailings leakage, ensuring mitigation of impacts and identifying potential risks.
  • Assisting Arauco Celulose do Brasil S.A. in environmental matters related to pulp activities, including strategic environmental licensing and forest fire management in Mato Grosso do Sul.
  • Advising Atvos on various ESG and environmental matters, including representation in administrative proceedings, civil and criminal investigations and lawsuits, as well as providing consultancy on vinasse management, environmental forestry compliance, forest fire and the conversion of rural properties into urban areas.

Verri Paiva Advogadas

Founded in 2020 by seasoned partners Heloisa Verri Paulino Gomes and Adriana de Paiva Correa, environmental boutique Verri Paiva Advogadas continues cementing its position in the market. The São Paulo-based team boasts strength in environmental due diligence, regularly participating in transactions involving significant environmental risks in the mining, energy, industrial and forestry sectors. The group also advises on complex judicial and administrative litigation, as well as regulatory matters concerning contaminated areas, the forest code, environmental liabilities, ESG, solid waste and licensing.

Responsables de la pratique:

Adriana de Paiva Correa; Heloisa Verri Paulino Gomes


Principaux clients

Cogna Educacional


Nebras Power and Canadian Solar


Vivaz Energia


Reed Exhibitions – RX Brasil


Boehringer Ingelheim


Recurrent Energy


Banco Master S.A.


Grupo UOL


Pássaro Marron


State of São Paulo


Principaux dossiers


  • Defended Rumo in judicial proceedings related to an environmental accident involving a fire at its premises, reducing the resulting fine from R$50m to less than R$500k.
  • Developed a legal framework on ESG to be distributed to agriculture producers, aiming at improving their sustainable practices, by invitation of the Agriculture Secretary of the State of São Paulo.
  • Defended Cogna and secured the reversal of an injunction that determined the suspension of activities of one of its business units.

Almeida Advogados

Almeida Advogados advises clients in the energy, oil and gas, real estate, steel and mining industries on environmental licensing proceedings and related challenges. The team also has notable experience in reverse logistics, waste management and sanitation, and frequently represents clients in investigations and actions concerning environmental damages as well as negotiating settlements with authorities. The practice is led by environmental law specialists Guilherme Doval, in Belo Horizonte, and Rafael Zinato Moreira, in Rio de Janeiro.

Responsables de la pratique:

Guilherme Doval; Rafael Zinato Moreira


Autres avocats clés:

João Ricardo Ferreira Fortini Pimentel; Salomão Lemos Da Cunha; Matheus Thomaz Martins da Costa


Principaux clients

Maximino Dos Santos & Cia Ltda.


BRK Ambiental Sumaré


S A Paulista


Evoltz Participações S.A.


Norte Saneamento S.A


Saneaqua Mairinque S.A.


BRK Ambiental – Região Metropolitana de Maceió


Companhia de Saneamento do Tocantins – SANEATINS


Bom Negócio Atividades de Internet Ltda.


Samarco Mineração S.A.


Alesat Combustíveis S.A.


Haztec Tecnologia e Panejamento Ambiental S.A.


RTS Rio S.A.


Stericycle Gestão Ambiental Ltda.


Principaux dossiers


Artigas Advocacia Ambiental

Boutique firm Artigas Advocacia Ambiental focuses on environmental consulting and litigation mandates, acting for an array of clients operating in environmentally sensitive sectors. The group is adept at advising on environmental licensing and regulatory compliance, as well as the environmental aspects of M&A, criminal proceedings, biodiversity and conservation projects, and indigenous rights. Practice head Priscila Santos Artigas has a wealth of experience in contentious and non-contentious environmental work.

Responsables de la pratique:

Priscila Santos Artigas


Autres avocats clés:

Louise Marie do Nascimento Ynoue; Stella Kusano


Les références

‘Environmental boutique with a dedicated and accessible team for clients.’

‘Founding partner Priscila Artigas has experience and academic background that sets her apart in the market.’

‘Priscila Artigas is a benchmark in Brazilian environmental law. The firm’s structure and team are capable of handling the most complex cases in the area and providing support in a practical and business-applicable way. They stand out for their enormous capacity to provide simple and uncomplicated solutions, which greatly facilitates implementation.’

Principaux clients

Norte Energia S.A.


Mineração Rio do Norte S.A


Maralto Terminal de Containers S.A.


Neoenergia Jalapão Transmissão de Energia S.A.


Demercado Investimentos Ltda.


Pirelli Pneus Ltda.


Sigla Empreendimentos Imobiliários Ltda.


Agropecuária Paraná Ltda.


Auren Energia S.A.


Michelangelo Mármores Do Brasil (Aço Mineração Ltda.)


Neoenergia S.A.


Itapebi Geração de Energia S.A.


Capital Realty


Bentonit União Nordeste Ltda


Principaux dossiers


  • Represents Norte Energia S/A, the developer of UHE Belo Monte, Brazil’s largest entirely domestic hydroelectric plant, in its federal environmental licensing process.
  • Acts for Neoenergia S.A. e Itapebi Geração de Energia S.A. in a public civil action brought by the Federal Public Prosecutor’s Office, which seeks to suspend the environmental licensing of a hydroelectric plant.
  • Represents Norte Energia S/A  in a criminal complaint by the Federal Public Prosecutor’s Office alleging pollution due to a 2016 oil spill.

Cascione Pulino Boulos Advogados

Praised for its ‘great technical capacity’, Cascione Pulino Boulos Advogados advises clients across the oil and gas, food and beverages, energy, mining, port and technology sectors on environmental licensing, judicial and administrative litigation and due diligence for financial transactions. Rafael Feldmann, who leads the practice from São Paulo and is noted for his ‘impressive’ litigation and transactional expertise, is skilfully supported by associate Gabriela Neves.

Responsables de la pratique:

Rafael Fernando Feldmann


Autres avocats clés:

Gabriela Neves


Les références

‘Rafael’s work with Cascione’s environmental team is truly impressive. We have been able to follow the evolution of the practice over the past few years and the delivery has improved more each year. Rafael has a habit of involving the corporate, capital markets, litigation, regulatory, labour and criminal teams in his demands (when applicable) and this really enriches the delivery.’

‘Rafael has been in the market for 20 years and has a very in-depth knowledge of how the agencies work, contributing a lot to strategic points. He knows the law, but he knows very well how the inspection spheres work and how to mitigate risks and position himself before them, defending our interests and negotiating when this is justified.’

‘Great technical capacity and friendly partners.’

Principaux clients

CBA


TGS/Spectrum Geo


McKinsey


PetroRio


Vigor


Navegantes and Nordeste


UXUA (Trancoso Tourism Organization)


Principaux dossiers


  • Representing TGS in a public civil action filed by the National Fishermen Confederation requesting patrimonial and moral compensation due to the alleged suspension and impact of fishing activities resulting from activities carried out by the company in 2008 and 2009.
  • Advised UXUA and the OTT on assessing and identifying environmental irregularities in a third-party project, also preparing an action plan involving the suspension of this project.
  • Advised PRIO on a lawsuit before IBAMA concerning the assessment and degree of impact of environmental compensation.

CGM Advogados

The core strength of CGM Advogados’ environmental practice is advising foreign clients on administrative proceedings related to the importation of native wood from sustainably managed forests in the Brazilian Amazon. The specialised team also handles reverse logistics, liability analysis and allocation, risk assessments, as well as licensing, carbon market and contaminated land matters. Practice head Paula Chaccur de Cresci, based in São Paulo, is vastly experienced across the spectrum of environmental law and sustainability.

Responsables de la pratique:

Paula Chaccur de Cresci


Les références

‘The environmental team is extremely competent, especially partner Paula Chaccur, who has vast experience and knows how to reassure clients throughout case management.’

‘Paula Chaccur, due to her experience in the area and her calm approach, brings confidence to the client.’

‘CGM’s environment practice stands out for its ability to align Brazilian regulatory frameworks with the expectations of international clients, especially those facing scrutiny under US environmental laws like the Lacey Act. The team is knowledgeable, responsive, and solution-oriented, with a deep understanding of forest legality documentation, government agency processes (such as IBAMA and SISFLORA), and international compliance requirements.’

Principaux clients

Knorr-Bremse


Johnson & Johnson do Brasil


Hershey Company


Brazilian Wood Depot (BWD)


Volkswagen


Stockton Agrimor do Brasil


Monte Alegre Empreendimentos


Ecolab


Johnson & Johnson Medtech


Marel H.F


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised Hershey Company on compliance with Brazilian federal, state, and municipal laws, and the development of a reverse logistics strategy for packaging.
  • Advised Volkswagen do Brasil on the review and negotiation of a purchase and sale of waste agreement.

KLA Advogados

The environmental team at KLA Advogados stands out for its focus on the real estate and agribusiness sectors, offering both consultancy and litigation services. The team is experienced in contaminated areas management, carbon credits, liability assessments and due diligence, licensing processes and property regularisation. Practice head Flávia Marcilio and José Davi Fidalgo, both in São Paulo, bring deep expertise at the intersection of environmental and real estate law, particularly within the agribusiness, forestry, mining, carbon credit markets, energy and sanitation sectors.

Responsables de la pratique:

Flávia Marcilio


Autres avocats clés:

José Davi Fidalgo


Principaux clients

Norflor


TRX


BTG Pactual


Eqi Foret


GBM


GRUPO MATEUS


Península


Accorinvest


Cia Brasileira Distribuição


Marina Paquetá


LGGL


Verifit


General Mills


AVIENT


Rina


Ponte Alta


Principaux dossiers


  • Advising TRX on the negotiation of the acquisition of an asset in a mixed-use development called ‘Parque Global’ located in an urban area with diffuse contamination due to past uses.
  • Advising Verifit and Rina on reviewing carbon and/or biodiversity credits projects.
  • Advising Eqi Foret and Funchal on the offset and/or compensation of environmental impacts within public domain areas with protected biome.

Martinelli Advogados

Martinelli Advogados’ broad environmental practice offers strength in due diligence processes, contentious matters – including administrative, civil and criminal proceedings and investigations –and issues related to ESG compliance and environmental liability. The team is particularly active in the manufacturing, agribusiness, food and animal nutrition, construction and reverse logistics sectors. Patrícia de Pádua Rodrigues leads the practice from Joinville, bringing experience in permitting and waste management issues. Also in Joinville, Isabela Peixer Galm Bernardes specialises in licensing, contaminated areas, solid waste and reverse logistics.

Responsables de la pratique:

Patrícia de Pádua Rodrigues


Autres avocats clés:

Isabela Peixer Galm Bernardes; Alessandra Hasegawa Sandini


Les références

‘The firm demonstrates a high level of professionalism and seriousness. Its professionals are skilled and experienced, which instills confidence.’

‘Patrícia de Pádua: known for her seriousness, commitment, and professionalism.’

‘Isabela Peixer Galm Bernardes: provides excellent service, marked by strong commitment and professionalism.’

Principaux clients

Lucamoveis Transportes E Comércio De Madeiras Ltda


Marca Ambiental – Pagamento Por Serviços Ambientais Ltda


Bem Brasil Alimentos S.A.


Sanimax Do Brasil Indústria, Comércio E Participações Ltda.


Biomérieux Brasil Industria E Comércio De Produtos Laboratoriais Ltda


Joinville Shopping Participações S.A.


Weg Química Ltda


Paumar S.A – Indústria E Comércio


Platão Energia Solar Ltda.


Prati Empreendimentos Ltda.


Masutti Agropecuária Ltda.


Döhler S.A.


Ambiental Limpeza Urbana E Saneamento Ltda.


Matrix Polímeros Anticorrosivos Ltda.


Cia. Fabril Lepper


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised Bem Brasil on an administrative defence before the Federal Police following a citation for improperly storing controlled chemical products in its warehouse and failing to maintain required records in the police system.
  • Advised Sanimax on preparing a legal opinion on environmental licensing requirements and the risks related to discharging effluents from its treatment plant in non-compliance with the current operational environmental license.
  • Advised Döhler on monitoring the renewal process of its industrial landfill environmental license and preparing the required declarations to demonstrate compliance with environmental conditions.

Rolim Goulart Cardoso Advogados

The environmental team at Rolim Goulart Cardoso Advogados specialises in preventive consulting for clients in the mining, energy, forestry and automotive sectors. The group is well placed to advise on a wide range of mandates, including environmental litigation before the judicial and administrative spheres, licensing and environmental due diligence for transactions. It also offers expertise in water resources, biodiversity, waste management, climate change, sustainability and contamination matters. Practice head Thiago Pastor Alves Pereira and senior associate Marcus Vinicius Neves Vaz, both based in Belo Horizonte, are mining and environmental law specialists, with experience in contentious and non-contentious matters.

Responsables de la pratique:

Thiago Pastor Alves Pereira


Autres avocats clés:

Marcus Vinícius Neves Vaz


Principaux dossiers


Siqueira Castro – Advogados

Siqueira Castro – Advogados combines expertise in environmental, urban and biodiversity law with a strong focus on administrative matters – including licensing, administrative procedures and civil investigations. Seasoned lawyers Simone Paschoal Nogueira, Iris Zimmer and Annelise Abi-Ramia Ferreras lead the practice from São Paulo; Paschoal Nogueira is particularly active in advising energy, natural resources and waste management-related matters, while Zimmer specialises in environmental, urban planning and climate law, and Abi-Ramia Ferreras handles both contentious and non-contentious environmental mandates.

Responsables de la pratique:

Simone Paschoal Nogueira; Iris Zimmer Coelho da Fonseca; Annelise Abi-Ramia Ferreras


Autres avocats clés:

Isabella Souza Nobre; Paula Vieira Teles


Principaux clients

Auren Energia


Renova Energia


BRK Ambiental


DP World Santos


Grupo CCR


Grupo Solvi


Localiza Rent a Car


White Martins


ISA ENERGIA BRASIL


Gerdau Aços Longos S.A


Albioma Participações do Brasil


Light Serviços de Eletricidade


Principaux dossiers


  • Advises Solvi on the environmental licensing process and represents the company before environmental agencies and municipalities on various environmental issues, especially concerning waste disposal.
  • Advises BRK Ambiental on legal opinions and represents the company in environmental proceedings, especially concerning water supply and sewage treatment systems.
  • Assists ISA ENERGIA with environmental proceedings, especially related to licensing, irregular occupations in environmentally protected areas surrounding its transmission network, vegetation suppression around its assets and environmental offset.

Souto Correa Advogados

Boasting ‘strong institutional relationships with public bodies and entities’, the environmental group at Souto Correa Advogados assists clients with litigation, licensing, liability risk assessments and mitigation, and due diligence in transactional contexts. The ‘great’ team possesses substantial expertise in contaminated land issues, reverse logistics, and protected areas, assisting clients in a variety of sectors, most notably energy, forestry, sanitation, agribusiness, and construction. Fabiana Figueiro, recognised for her ‘excellent technical knowledge’, leads the practice from Porto Alegre. Senior associates Paula Thompson, who joined from SPLaw in May 2024, Juliana Pretto Stangherlin, and Mariana Vicente Níquel are also key contacts.

Responsables de la pratique:

Fabiana Figueiró


Autres avocats clés:

Juliana Stangherlin; Mariana Vicente Níquel; Paula Thompson


Les références

‘Souto Correa has a great team of environmental lawyers, with extensive experience in the southern region of the country.’

‘What makes the Souto Correa team stand out is that it has implemented corporate governance, ethics, respect, transparency, reliability, commitment, professional qualifications, humanised relationships, a collaborative spirit, fast deliveries, as well as strong institutional relationships with public bodies and entities in its operations.’

‘Souto Correa’s highlight is lawyer Fabiana Figueiró – a professional with great personal values, excellent technical knowledge of the environmental and sanitation areas and great institutional relationships. She is committed to the client, has a high capacity for teamwork and is always thoughtful in her statements.’

Principaux clients

CORSAN / AEGEA Saneamento


Global Logistic Properties – GLP


Irani Papel e Embalagem S.A.


EBES Sistemas de Energia S.A. (Órigo Energia)


Gerdau Aços Longos Ltda.


Braskem S.A.


Reservas Votorantim


INPEV – Instituto Nac. de Processamento de Embalagens Vazias


Refrigeração Dufrio Comércio e Importação S.A.


VPorts Autoridade Portuária S.A.


DeMello Incorporações Ltda.


HRZ Transmissão e Participações S.A.


RFG Comércio, Transportes e Serviços Ltda. (Martin Brower)


GL Events


Oleoplan S.A.


Cofco International Brasil S.A.


Alupar


MRV Armazéns e Logística (Emergent Cold)


Refinaria de Petróleo Riograndense


99 Tecnologia Ltda.


AirBnb


Lenovo


Primient


Companhia Paraense de Construção (Copa)


Expomix Industria e Comercio de Equipamentos Ltda.


Latam Airlines


Adama Agrociências


Principaux dossiers


  • Representing CORSAN in approximately 100 strategic environmental lawsuits involving its portfolio and providing legal assistance on water use, licensing and civil inquiries.
  • Assisted Braskem with atmospheric emissions, contaminated areas, pipelines, effluents, licenses, waste management and protected areas.
  • Assisted Gerdau S.A. during the potential acquisition of two hydroelectric plants in Mato Grosso, Brazil, analysing potential risks and compliance requirements, focusing on regional mining activities and indigenous lands.

Vella Pugliese Buosi e Guidoni Advogados

With expertise in the chemical, mining and steel sectors, Vella Pugliese Buosi e Guidoni Advogados is recognised for its ‘excellent service’ in environmental litigation, with recent work concerning mining safety, contaminated areas, environmental damages and air pollution. The ‘proactive’ team also supports clients in environmental licensing and interactions with regulators, ‘offering innovative solutions in complex negotiations’. Antonio Celso Pugliese, founding partner and seasoned litigator, leads the practice from São Paulo alongside Anderson Moura, described by clients as ‘a reference in the environmental field’.

Responsables de la pratique:

Antonio Celso Pugliese; Anderson Moura


Autres avocats clés:

Lucas Biasetton


Les références

‘The firm provided excellent service in a short time frame. They were proactive, responded promptly to everything and delivered a complete service.’

‘The firm is notable for anticipating risks and demonstrating a detailed understanding of the sector, offering innovative solutions in complex negotiations and a practical, forward-thinking vision of the carbon market, which has supported our decision-making in this area.’

‘Anderson Moura followed the work closely and was responsible for delivering admirable work.’

Principaux clients

Allonda Ambiental S.A.


Joyson Safety Systems Brasil Ltda.


Buckman Laboratórios Ltda


Dacalda – Açúcar e Álcool Ltda


Tagma Brasil Industria e Comercio de Produtos Quimicos Ltda (Brazilian subsidiary of Univar Solutions)


Fospar S.A.


Mosaic Fertilizantes P&K Ltda.


Sandvik Coromant do Brasil Industria e Comercio de Ferramentas Ltda.


Olga Color SPA Ltda.


Usiminas – Usinas Siderúrgicas de Minas Gerais S/A


Principaux dossiers