Interlaw’s partner firm in Belo Horizonte, Brazil has appointed Marina Meyer Falcão as partner in its energy practice.

Marina will strengthen the firm’s expertise the sector, bringing extensive experience and strategic vision, particularly in regulatory projects and renewable energy.   

Marina is nationally recognized for her work in energy law and is one of the leading experts in the electricity sector. In 2023, she was named one of the most influential personalities in the energy field and serves as the Legal Director of the National Institute for Clean Energy (INEL), as well as President of the Energy Commission at the Minas Gerais chapter of the Brazilian Bar Association (OAB).   

She has also acted on international renewable energy matters in countries including Germany and the United States and has authored three books on energy law.   

“The arrival of Marina at Manucci Advogados represents an enhancement of our legal solutions in the energy sector,” says Daniel Manucci, Managing Partner of Manucci Advogados, affiliated with UGGC Avocats.   

He adds: 

“We are confident that her experience and vision will strengthen our energy practice and help consolidate our position as a leader in the legal market, reinforcing our commitment to being a full-service firm focused on excellence and continuous innovation.”  

Marina also commented: 

“When it comes to the energy transition, it is worth noting that the electric power sector is becoming even more crucial for socioeconomic and environmental development as the Brazilian energy matrix undergoes electrification. So, as sectors historically reliant on fossil fuels, such as transportation, begin to shift toward electricity, there is the challenge of ensuring the expansion of energy supply with reduced fossil fuel participation.”