Showcasing extensive experience in contaminated sites, protected areas and environmental licensing, KLA Advogados has a loyal client base of companies from the agribusiness and biofuels sector, which regularly turn to the team for assistance in land use restrictions and due diligence of rural properties. Climate litigation, carbon credits and ESG matters are growing areas of activity for the department, which is led by Leticia Marques. Practice head Marques handles a variety of environmental matters, ranging from licensing issues to administrative proceedings.

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  • 'Letícia Yumi Marques has deep knowledge in the environmental area and acts collectively, bringing together partners and the client's interests for an integrated solution.'
  • 'The office is agile and attentive to the needs of clients and partners. It acts responsibly.'

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Leading associates
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Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Leticia Yumi Marques