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Werner Grau Neto

Werner Grau Neto

Global 2026

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Ranked in 2 practice areas

About

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Global

Practice Areas

Environment, ESG, Climate Change and Sustainability.

Career

Werner Grau Neto serves domestic and international clients ranging from private companies to multilateral and development entities, among other supranational bodies, in advisory and litigation matters.

Werner concentrates his practice in environmental law, climate change, and ESG, both domestically and internationally, as well as national civil and constitutional law, with an emphasis on advisory and litigation matters involving a wide range of topics, including government relations, brand risks, image and reputational risks, crisis management, civil inquiries, and litigation related to licensing, environmental impacts and damages, large accidents with implications for the environment and indigenous peoples, traditional communities and other vulnerable groups.

He also acts in the advisory and litigation spheres on issues related to climate change, ranging from consultancy to multilateral entities and governments in the formulation and examination of legal frameworks to disputes involving the climate issue. His most active areas of practice are mining and energy, forestry/agribusiness, and financial sectors.

Personal

Doctor's Degree in Law from the University of São Paulo (USP)

Extension Course from the Fundação Instituto de Administração (FIA)

Master's Degree in Law from the University of São Paulo (USP)

Specialisation in Environmental Law from the University of São Paulo (USP)

Bachelor's Degree in Law from the University of São Paulo (USP)

Chambers Review

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Chambers Global Guide

Environment - Brazil

Band 1
Band 1

Individual Editorial

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.

Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) - Brazil

Band 1
Band 1

Individual Editorial

Prestigious environment partner Werner Grau Neto is recognised for championing the ESG agenda and handling highly relevant and sophisticated mandates in the field. Werner draws from over 30 years of experience to provide assistance to significant clients in the establishment of ESG policies, drafting of self-regulatory frameworks, and REDD projects.

Strengths

Provided by Chambers

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

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

    EnvironmentChambers Global Guide
  • A well-renowned name in this field.

    EnvironmentChambers Global Guide
  • Werner brings an alternative perspective while demonstrating strong alignment with the company’s strategic business vision.

    Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG)Chambers Global Guide
  • Werner understands the weaknesses and knows which issues should be prioritised. Having someone like him on your side is truly invaluable.

    Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG)Chambers Global Guide
  • Werner is highly prepared to handle complex issues and solve problems, consistently demonstrating a strong sense of urgency and excellent availability.

    Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG)Chambers Global Guide

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Brazil

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