Judge Ary Raghiant Neto has announced his decision to leave his position at the Court of Justice of Mato Grosso do Sul (TJMS) in March, a little over two years after taking office. He cited family and professional reasons for this decision, emphasizing that it was difficult yet well thought out. Despite feeling welcomed by his colleagues, Raghiant expressed a desire to return to private practice, focusing on the areas where he has extensive experience, which includes taxation and electoral law.

In his statement, Raghiant made it clear that his decision was influenced by significant changes in the law, including the recent Tax Reform that began phased implementation this year. He sees potential opportunities in the fields related to taxation, which may arise as these legal changes take effect. The judge intends to leverage his 30 years of legal expertise to navigate these developments once he returns to practicing law.

Additionally, Raghiant referenced the implications of the Social Security Reform, which also contributed to his decision. This reform imposes new limits on retirement benefits from the National Institute of Social Security, adding to the complexities of the legal landscape that he believes will create new challenges and opportunities in his future practice. His resignation marks a shift not only in his career but also reflects the evolving nature of legal practices in the face of significant legislative changes in Brazil.