Pimentel, Ribeiro & Borges Advocacia
Pimentel, Ribeiro & Borges Advocacia is an environmental law boutique with a strong track record in both contentious and non-contentious matters, with a particular focus on the timber industry. Led by Ian Pimentel, the firm handles judicial and administrative proceedings, representing clients in complex federal litigation. It also advises on regulatory compliance, regularly assisting with ISO certification processes. Pimentel has played a central role in high-profile environmental cases, defending companies against alleged timber export violations, pollution, deforestation, and complex contractual disputes involving forestry concessions. Ana Carolina Farias Ribeiro Betzel is another key practitioner who specialises in environmental compliance and certification matters.
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Key clients
- Benevides Madeiras Ltda.
- Hadex Comércio e Indústria de Madeira Ltda.
Work highlights
Represented Benevides Madeiras Ltda. in a legal action against the Brazilian Forest Service to secure the instalment payment of debts totalling R$ 4,761,920.22.