Brazilian Judiciary Tackles Case Delays and Courtroom Logistics

Legal practitioners in Brazil are emphasizing the strategic use of local counsel to streamline court proceedings. A recent advisory highlights that hiring a lawyer based in Formoso do Araguaia, Tocantins, reduces travel costs, avoids procedural missteps, and accelerates case management for firms handling agricultural and environmental disputes in the region.

In São Carlos, São Paulo, Judge Paulo César Scanavez responded to accusations of judicial sluggishness by noting that, on a Sunday evening, he rendered decisions in roughly 20 cases, including a contested estate‑sale request. He rejected claims that his court caused a buyer to withdraw and stressed the need for careful assessment of creditor claims and tax considerations before authorizing property transactions.