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The arrival of Ruy Toledo Piza marks the expansion of the firm’s sectoral reach and reinforces its commitment to specialization and sustainable development
FAS Advogados announces the addition of Ruy Toledo Piza as a new partner and the launch of its Agribusiness practice, one of the most strategic sectors for Brazil’s development, now with a dedicated team within the firm. With strong full-service capabilities and a practice aligned with market transformations, FAS takes another step in its expansion—combining legal expertise with key sectors of the national economy.
According to Paulo Focaccia, Managing Partner of FAS Advogados, this decision strengthens the firm’s strategy of sustainable growth and investment in cross-practice capabilities that deliver greater value to clients:
“We position ourselves as a full-service law firm and want to continue bringing in partners whose profiles align with our culture and structure. Agribusiness has long been part of FAS’s scope through a diverse client portfolio. Now, with Ruy’s arrival, we can serve this sector with even greater technical depth and practical insight. Agribusiness is undoubtedly one of the main drivers of the Brazilian economy and brings challenges and opportunities that connect to multiple legal areas—making its impact truly cross-practice within the firm.”
Legal Specialization to Drive the Sector that Fuels Brazil
With extensive experience advising companies and investors in the sector, Ruy Toledo Piza will lead the new practice with the goal of offering modern, integrated legal solutions tailored to the complexity of agribusiness.
“Brazilian agribusiness faces sophisticated legal challenges, ranging from land and environmental issues to the structuring of national and international contracts and financing models. Our role as specialized lawyers is to anticipate risks, prevent disputes, and support clients in meeting ESG goals and obligations—always with a strategic approach aligned with market evolution,” notes Ruy.
He also highlights the sector’s transformation in recent years, driven by the entry of new players, rising regulatory demands, and increased participation of the capital markets:
“With the steady growth of private sector participation in agribusiness financing, the number of transactions, regulations, and disputes has also increased. Lawyers with technical knowledge and hands-on experience in the production chain are essential to turning these challenges into opportunities and enhancing Brazil’s competitiveness on the global stage.”
Why FAS? Culture, Strategy, and Client Commitment
Ruy’s decision to join FAS was a strategic one, as he sees in the firm an environment of innovation, client dedication, and a strong vision for the future:
“FAS has a culture that blends innovation, strategy, and a genuine closeness to its clients’ real challenges. The creation of an Agribusiness practice fills a gap that will now be addressed with an approach connected to the realities of the field, yet delivered with high technical standards and tailor-made legal solutions. I am confident that, with the team’s expertise and the firm’s structure, we can develop a robust practice with meaningful impact for the sector and for the country’s sustainable development.”
About FAS Advogados
FAS Advogados, in cooperation with CMS, is a full-service law firm with both national and international reach. With a strong emphasis on governance, innovation, and technical excellence, the firm supports companies across multiple industries in building modern, sustainable legal solutions aligned with market transformations. The arrival of new partners and the creation of specialized practices reflect the firm’s commitment to continuous evolution and to generating value for its clients.