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Pinheiro Neto Advogados

Environment

Global Guide 2026 : Brazil

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Pinheiro Neto Advogados

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Environment - Brazil

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Pinheiro Neto Advogados' environment team has a top-class bench that is able to deal with some of the most complex matters in the market. The practice has an enviable track record of handling large-scale environmental disasters, mining projects near protected areas and waste disposal management matters. The firm also excels at handling licensing matters related to the development of infrastructure projects. It caters to an impressive roster of clients from Brazil's most prominent industries.

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Work Highlights

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  • Pinheiro Neto assisted Amazon with the development of two carbon credit-generating projects in the Amazon rainforest

Strengths

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  • Pinheiro Neto is a top firm, with one of the best environment law teams in Brazil. Their lawyers are always up to date and provide us with a highly technical legal service.

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  • I can't think of a better firm than Pinheiro Neto when it comes to handling strategic environment law cases.

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  • Pinheiro Neto is, in my opinion, the firm with the best work quality, closeness with the client and delivery of effective results. Its lawyers are always available and have a pro-business vision.

    Environment respondentGlobal

  • An excellent firm. Its team delves deeply into our issues, never settling for superficial discussions. The high-quality work it delivers never gives the impression that we could have done it better.

    Environment respondentGlobal

  • Pinheiro Neto knows its clients and their business challenges, contributing with a strategic vision to solve the issues and problems presented, with exceptional performance in environment litigation.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Werner Grau Neto
    Werner Grau Neto

    Werner Grau Neto

    Werner Grau Neto is a distinguished authority in environment law and is able to adeptly advise on the full range of legal matters, from disputes to consultancy.

    • I consider Werner's work to be of the best quality. He is able to deliver effective results to us.

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    • Werner is an environment lawyer with wide experience and unmatched technical expertise.

      Environment respondentGlobal

    • A well-renowned name in this field.

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  • Alexandre O. Jorge
    Alexandre O. Jorge

    Alexandre O. Jorge

    Alexandre O. Jorge is an environment lawyer highly trusted by clients, noted for his expertise on high-profile disputes.

    • Working with Alexandre is very good due to his pragmatism and keen sense of urgency.

      Environment respondentGlobal

    • He meets complex demands with ease and helpfulness, in addition to being always available.

      Environment respondentGlobal

    • Alexandre is excellent - one of the best lawyers we work with. He's got an acute business eye and wide experience, which allows him to offer good solutions.

      Environment respondentGlobal

    • Alexandre has performed exceptionally in sensitive matters for us. We seek his advice due to his deep knowledge and environment law experience.

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  • Luis Celso Cecilio Leite Ribeiro
    Luis Celso Cecilio Leite Ribeiro

    Luis Celso Cecilio Leite Ribeiro

    Luis Celso Cecilio Leite Ribeiro has considerable expertise advising on high-profile environment law disputes.

    • Luis Celso is a highly specialised environment lawyer - a very technical and skilful professional, who's always available and courteous.

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  • André Vivan de Souza
    André Vivan de Souza

    André Vivan de Souza

    André Vivan de Souza is relied upon by corporate clients for representation in sensitive environment law disputes. He also impresses with his expertise on waste management issues.

    • André is able to handle matters dealing with different aspects of environment law and assists clients of all sizes. I really like his technique.

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  • Paula Mello
    Paula Mello

    Paula Mello

    Paula Mello demonstrates an active and strong performance dealing with sensitive environment law-related consultancy work.

    • Paula's work was recommended to us and I must say, her knowledge and experience in this field set her apart.

      Environment respondentGlobal

    • A lawyer with a strong focus on comparative law, Paula's ability to analyse the environment legislation of different countries has been crucial in our work together.

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