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🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

STF, the name of your partner is OAB

The article discusses the dominance of certain types of lawyers in Brazil's legal system and their concerns over impending ethical regulations.

Mar 18 • 18:33 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

OAB-SP now proposes digital ethics code to STF amid wear of the Master case

The OAB-SP has proposed a new digital ethics code to the Brazilian Supreme Court aimed at improving conduct among its members.

Mar 16 • 15:40 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

OAB-SP proposes digital ethics code for STF ministers and advocates for more transparency in the court

The Brazilian Bar Association in São Paulo has proposed a digital ethics code for Supreme Court ministers to enhance transparency in their online activities and judicial processes.

Mar 16 • 12:02 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

OAB-SP intends to meet with presidents of superior courts to discuss judicial reform

The São Paulo section of the Brazilian Bar Association (OAB-SP) plans a meeting with the presidents of the superior courts on April 6 to discuss judicial reform amid a crisis in the Brazilian judiciary.

Mar 13 • 22:18 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

OAB-DF files a lawsuit against dynamic bar test for women in the Fire Department competition

The OAB-DF has filed a lawsuit against the requirement of a dynamic bar test for women in the Fire Department competition in Brasília.

Mar 13 • 22:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

OAB-MA expresses concern after Moraes authorizes search against journalist in Maranhão

The OAB-MA expressed concern over a Federal Police search and seizure order against journalist Luís Pablo, authorized by Supreme Court Minister Alexandre de Moraes.

Mar 12 • 21:33 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

OAB asks Mendonça to preserve the confidentiality of attorney-client communications in the Master case

The Brazilian Federal Council of the OAB has requested that Minister André Mendonça preserve the confidentiality of communications between lawyers and clients in the Master case investigations.

Mar 12 • 19:38 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Ministry appoints OAB executive to legal leadership of ONS

The Brazilian Ministry of Mines and Energy has appointed lawyer Hugo Dantas Silva Nascimento to head the legal and administrative areas of the National Electric System Operator (ONS).

Mar 12 • 15:50 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

OAB questions Ibaneis about green area included in financial aid to BRB and says it may take the matter to court

The Brazilian Bar Association in the Federal District has raised concerns about a green area included in a financial rescue package for the Bank of Brasília, threatening legal action if their questions are not addressed.

Mar 11 • 20:02 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Councilman and lawyer is accused of threatening the president of the OAB after removal: 'You'll regret it'

Maycon Moreira, a councilman and lawyer from Sena Madureira, is facing criminal charges for threatening the president of the OAB in Acre.

Mar 11 • 15:24 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

OAB-RJ manages to suspend tax increase on law firms

The Brazilian Bar Association in Rio de Janeiro achieved a court order to suspend a tax increase affecting law firms under the presumed profit regime.

Mar 10 • 17:48 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Crime & Justice

OAB-RJ says it disapproves of coercion after complaint from lawyer against father of rape suspect

The OAB-RJ disapproves of any attempts at coercion or intimidation against lawyers following allegations made by a lawyer against the father of a suspect in a collective rape case.

Mar 10 • 13:36 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Crime & Justice

Those accused of killing lawyer in front of OAB in Rio are sentenced to 30 years in prison

Three men have been sentenced to 30 years in prison for the murder of lawyer Rodrigo Marinho Crespo in Rio de Janeiro.

Mar 7 • 17:34 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Lawyer accused of rapes and other crimes is suspended by the OAB in the DF

Lawyer Cláudio Martins Lourenço has been suspended by the OAB in Brasília after being accused of multiple crimes including rape.

Mar 6 • 15:18 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

OAB-SP retracts after announcing campaign for the freedom of an accused drug trafficker in the Moinho favela

The São Paulo Chapter of the Brazilian Bar Association (OAB-SP) has withdrawn its support for a campaign promoting the release of an accused drug trafficker after backlash regarding the event's messaging.

Mar 6 • 09:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Crime & Justice

Judge's vote in rape case in MG violates CNJ rule on AI, says OAB-PR

The vote by Judge Magid Nauef Láuar in a Minas Gerais rape case contradicts CNJ norms regarding the use of artificial intelligence, according to a technical opinion from OAB-PR.

Mar 2 • 20:09 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Launch of Fábio Tofic's book brings together Guido Mantega and presidents of OAB SP and Febraban

Fábio Tofic Simantob launched his new book on corporate corruption, attended by notable figures including former Minister Guido Mantega.

Feb 27 • 16:20 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

The scam of the fake lawyer: OAB of Bauru alerts to crimes using AI and advises how to protect oneself

Brazil's OAB in Bauru warns about a rising scam using AI to create deepfake videos and impersonate lawyers to deceive clients.

Feb 27 • 10:27 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

OAB in Montes Claros collects donations for flood victims in Zona da Mata; see how to help

The Brazilian Bar Association in Montes Claros is organizing a campaign to collect donations for victims of intense rains in the Zona da Mata region.

Feb 26 • 14:56 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

OAB requests the end of the fake news inquiry from the STF and criticizes 'perpetual nature' investigations

The Brazilian Bar Association (OAB) has called for the Supreme Federal Court (STF) to end the investigation into fake news, challenging ongoing 'perpetual nature' inquiries.

Feb 23 • 12:01 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

OAB sends letter to Fachin requesting the end of the fake news inquiry at the STF

The Brazilian Bar Association (OAB) has requested the closure of the nearly seven-year-old fake news inquiry currently underway at the Supreme Federal Court (STF).

Feb 23 • 10:35 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Lawyer arrested on suspicion of rape in motel has registration suspended by the OAB in Acre

A lawyer in Brazil, Aluísio Veras de Almeida Neto, was arrested on suspicion of rape and had his registration suspended by the Order of Attorneys of Brazil, Acre section.

Feb 21 • 15:12 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Increase in cases of animal mistreatment in the interior of SP raises alarm: 'We need stronger laws,' says OAB president

The rise in animal mistreatment cases in regions of Sorocaba and Jundiaí, SP, has prompted calls for enhanced legal protections.

Feb 20 • 10:24 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Toffoli's exit from the Master case is positive, but STF's response is superficial, says OAB-SP leader

Brazil's OAB-SP leader expressed support for Minister Toffoli's departure from the Master case, calling the STF's subsequent response superficial.

Feb 17 • 02:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Toron invites Sarrubo to the Public Security Commission of OAB-SP

Lawyer Alberto Toron has invited prosecutor Mário Sarrubo to join the Public Security Commission of OAB-SP in Brazil.

Feb 12 • 17:18 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Court reaffirms the suspension of part of the 2026 IPTU in Campo Grande and clarifies who must pay

A Brazilian court has confirmed the suspension of the IPTU 2026 payment for property owners who faced increases exceeding inflation, clarifying which taxpayers are affected.

Feb 11 • 22:26 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

OAB-RJ warns of fake site for the Order Exam and improper fee collection

The OAB-RJ has issued a warning about a fraudulent website mimicking the Unified Order Exam registration process to scam candidates.

Feb 11 • 10:39 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

OAB offers free legal support for women victims of harassment during Carnival in SP

The Brazilian Bar Association in São Paulo is expanding its project to offer free legal support for women experiencing harassment during the Carnival season.

Feb 10 • 20:38 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

OAB Representative Criticizes Police Officers Who Assaulted Painter in Crisis: 'If the Intention Was to Contain, It Would Have Been Done Differently'

The vice-president of the Human Rights Commission of the OAB criticized police violence against a painter experiencing a mental health crisis in Brazil.

Feb 8 • 20:55 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

The Ethics Tribunal of OAB-SP will analyze whether a lawyer should declare proximity to a judge after the Toffoli case

The OAB-SP is set to review ethical guidelines regarding the relationship between lawyers and judges, particularly in light of a situation involving a travel scenario with a Supreme Court minister.

Feb 7 • 22:58 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Justice maintains 10% discount on upfront IPTU payment in Campo Grande and limits increase to 5%

A judge in Campo Grande has upheld a 10% discount on upfront IPTU payments and limited the tax increase to 5.32%, partially denying a request from the OAB-MS for a larger discount.

Feb 6 • 23:13 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

In a letter to the STF, OAB advocates for a code of conduct, but calls for prudence and broad discussion

The Brazilian Bar Association (OAB) has sent a letter to the president of the Supreme Federal Court (STF), advocating for a code of conduct for court ministers while emphasizing the need for careful discussion and not jumping to endorse unexamined proposals.

Feb 5 • 16:24 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Message from OAB to STF exposes rift in the legal profession over code of ethics

A document sent by OAB to the Brazilian Supreme Court highlights a divide in the legal profession regarding a proposed code of ethics, ignoring a proposed code from the São Paulo section.

Feb 5 • 15:07 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

OAB of SP wants a hearing with Cármen Lúcia to discuss an ethics code for the STF

The President of the São Paulo branch of the Brazilian Bar Association (OAB) plans to discuss a proposed ethics code for the Supreme Federal Court (STF) with Minister Cármen Lúcia.

Feb 3 • 13:58 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

OAB Santarém calls on society to complement evidence regarding the performance of the 1st Notary's Office

The OAB Santarém is gathering additional evidence for an administrative representation regarding the performance of the 1st Notary's Office of Santarém at the Pará State Court.

Feb 2 • 12:32 UTC

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