‎Environmental and Climate Lawyer in Goiania, Brazil

Environmental and Climate Legal Services in Goiania, Brazil

We offer comprehensive legal services in environmental and climate law to clients operating in Goiânia and the broader state of Goiás. Our expertise is designed to support corporations, agribusinesses, government entities, non-profits, and investors committed to sustainable practices and legal compliance in the heart of Brazil’s Cerrado biome.

With growing regulatory oversight and global attention on Brazil's environmental performance, navigating the complex legal frameworks governing climate and environmental matters is more crucial than ever. Our legal team provides comprehensive support throughout every stage of project development, compliance strategy, litigation defense, and ESG implementation.

Our Services Include:

1. Environmental Licensing and Compliance:

• ⦁ Environmental Impact Studies (EIA/RIMA)
• ⦁ Simplified Environmental Reports (RAS)
• ⦁ Legal representation before SEMAD-GO, IBAMA, and municipal authorities
• ⦁ Rural Environmental Registry (CAR), PRA, and Forest Code compliance
• ⦁ Risk assessments and regulatory inspections preparation

2. Climate Law and Carbon Markets:

• ⦁ Structuring of REDD+, agroforestry, and ARR projects
• ⦁ Carbon credit purchase, sales, and verification contracts
• ⦁ Legal due diligence for climate finance and offset strategies
• ⦁ MRV protocols (Monitoring, Reporting, Verification)
• ⦁ International standards: Verra, Gold Standard, ART-TREES

3. ESG Legal Advisory:

• ⦁ ESG contractual frameworks and governance clauses
• ⦁ Legal audits and sustainability reporting guidance
• ⦁ Compliance with GRI, TCFD, EU Taxonomy, and IFC Performance Standards
• ⦁ Green bond documentation and climate-aligned investment structures
• ⦁ Supply chain compliance and third-party ESG risk analysis

4. Environmental Litigation and Dispute Resolution:

• ⦁ Representation in civil, criminal, and administrative environmental cases
• ⦁ Defense against infractions by IBAMA, SEMAD-GO, or MP-GO
• ⦁ Negotiation of Conduct Adjustment Agreements (TACs)
• ⦁ Disputes related to licensing, land use, water law, and deforestation
• ⦁ Public civil actions and collective litigation management

5. Land Use and Sustainable Development Law:

• ⦁ Legal support for urban and rural development projects
• ⦁ Zoning compliance and planning law advisory
• ⦁ Strategic land acquisition and environmental due diligence
• ⦁ Legal guidance for sustainable construction and green infrastructure
• ⦁ Forest recovery, conservation easements, and ecological compensation

6. Indigenous and Traditional Community Legal Support:

• ⦁ Legal structuring of benefit-sharing and FPIC agreements
• ⦁ Access and benefit-sharing (ABS) compliance under Brazilian law
• ⦁ Representation in co-managed conservation or reforestation projects
• ⦁ Legal recognition of land rights and cultural resource protection

7. Water Law and Resource Management:

• ⦁ Legal support for water use permits and basin management compliance
• ⦁ Licensing for irrigation, hydroelectricity, sanitation, and industrial use
• ⦁ Framework contracts for shared water use and watershed protection
• ⦁ Conflict resolution involving water rights and regional planning
• ⦁ Compliance with ANA (Agência Nacional de Águas) directives

8. Biodiversity and Protected Area Law:

• ⦁ Legal support for activities near conservation units and ecological corridors
• ⦁ Authorization for biodiversity research, collection, and management
• ⦁ Legal enforcement of APP (Permanent Preservation Areas) and RL (Legal Reserves)
• ⦁ Structuring of biodiversity offset programs and ecological compensation
• ⦁ Integration of ecological zoning and strategic environmental planning

9. International Environmental Law and Cooperation:

• ⦁ Compliance with international treaties: Paris Agreement, CBD, UNFCCC
• ⦁ Structuring of environmental cooperation agreements and funding contracts
• ⦁ Legal support for climate finance (GCF, REDD+, bilateral agreements)
• ⦁ Due diligence for international investors and donors
• ⦁ Legal guidance on cross-border environmental initiatives

Who We Serve:

• ⦁ Environmental NGOs
• ⦁ Agribusinesses and cooperatives
• ⦁ Climate finance and investment funds
• ⦁ Government and public-sector institutions
• ⦁ Real estate and energy developers
• ⦁ International organizations and donors

Why Choose Alves Jacob Law Firm:

• ⦁ Deep experience in Brazilian environmental law
• ⦁ Strong relationships with regulatory agencies and enforcement bodies
• ⦁ Proven success in high-stakes litigation and licensing
• ⦁ Multilingual team ready to support global clients
• ⦁ Long-term, sustainability-focused legal solutions

Contact Us: Email: [email protected]

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For more information on our comprehensive legal services, visit www.alvesjacob.com

Note: This guide is intended for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For personalized legal assistance, please email us at: [email protected]