Brazil Guide 2025 : Brazil
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The Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) group of Tauil & Chequer Advogados is one of the Brazilian market’s most specialized and long-standing teams. The practice is part of Mayer Brown’s broader ESG group, comprising a diverse team of lawyers which is experienced and well-equipped to advise businesses on the steps necessary to address the concerns of investors and other stakeholders who are increasingly looking for and expecting socially responsible corporate behavior.
Tauil & Chequer’s ESG group, led by Luiz Gustavo Bezerra, relies on lawyers with an extensive track record advising clients in connection with ESG issues in Brazil, particularly climate change, energy transition, decarbonization, value chains, sustainable finance, green bonds, compliance and risk assessment related to climate and stakeholder litigation, as well as development of new sustainable businesses.
In 2021 alone, the group assisted more than a dozen clients–including their boards of directors – in connection with the development of net zero strategies and structuring of carbon credits projects, as well as several other clients – companies and financial institutions–in connection with green financing.
Although ESG has only recently been gaining traction in the mainstream media - reflected by the fact this Chambers' first ESG ranking - Tauil & Chequer's ESG group exist since 2019 and already has a robust track record working with ESG matters.
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Tauil & Chequer Advogados represents important clients from a wide range of sectors such as banking, oil and gas, insurance and telecommunications, in ESG mandates. The firm is well regarded for advising on ESG policies and regulatory matters.
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Tauli & Chequer Advogados advised Future Climate on risks and strategies pertaining to its participation in a public bid conducted by the State of Amazonas for the development of carbon credit projects in state conservation units.
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Tauil & Chequer Advogados brings extensive experience to the department and consistently stays informed on key topics that impact businesses.
A team with unquestionable technical capacity. Tauil & Chequer provides creative and efficient solutions.
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Luiz is an outstanding professional with extensive experience and deep expertise in ESG.
Luiz is a highly qualified and sophisticated lawyer, always available to assist us at any time.
Luiz exceeded all our expectations. He was consistently available, thoroughly prepared, and highly committed throughout.
Up-and-coming partner Gedham Medeiros Gomes is a seasoned adviser on ESG matters, praised by clients for handling a variety of matters related to business and human rights.
Gedham possesses deep market knowledge, delivers impeccable client service, and is consistently available. He has exceeded our expectations in every regard."
Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG)
Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG)
Provided by Tauil & Chequer Advogados in association with Mayer Brown
Gedham Gomes
Michel Sancovski
Daniella Raigorodsky Monteiro
Gedham Medeiros Gomes
View profile of Gedham Medeiros GomesLuiz Gustavo Bezerra
View profile of Luiz Gustavo BezerraGlobal 2026
Practice area: Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG)
Location: Brazil
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