In 2025, the state of Amazonas in Brazil reported a notable increase in the number of legal actions, recording 454,000 new lawsuits in just the first half of the year. This figure represents a growth of 10% compared to the previous year, while the country as a whole experienced a decrease of 2% in the number of lawsuits. The surge in litigation is primarily concentrated in civil law, with over 75% of new cases falling into this category, indicating a heavy burden on the judicial system in Amazonas.

The implications of this rise in lawsuits are significant, as they resulted in substantial financial expenditures for the local judiciary. In the first half of 2025, judicial expenses in Amazonas reached R$ 2.8 billion, of which R$ 1.69 billion was specifically allocated for civil courts and small claims tribunals. This financial strain highlights the challenges faced by the justice system in addressing the increasing volume of cases, which poses questions about efficiency and resource allocation.

Furthermore, the concentration of lawsuits among a small number of lawyers, along with the high incidence of lawsuits directed against banks, reflects a specific legal environment in Amazonas that differs markedly from other regions of Brazil. As more than 40% of civil lawsuits are driven by specific grievances, particularly involving financial institutions, understanding the underlying causes of this trend may provide insights into both local economic conditions and the broader implications for legal practices in Brazil.