Brazilian law firm Mattos Filho, Veiga Filho, Marrey Jr e Quiroga Advogados has recruited two lawyers in Rio de Janeiro to develop an environmental practice as clients increasingly seek guidance on issues related to sustainability, the environment and governance.

Antonio Augusto Reis and Rômulo Sampaio have joined as partners at a time when international investors are eyeing Brazil with great enthusiasm. The country of 210 million inhabitants is ripe with opportunity but also poses challenges especially for investments in commodities.