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Brazilian Bar Association

The Brazilian Bar Association, known as the Ordem dos Advogados do Brasil (OAB), is a professional organization that regulates and oversees the legal profession in Brazil. It ensures lawyers meet ethical standards, maintain quality in legal services, and promotes the fair administration of justice. The OAB also advocates for the interests of lawyers and the legal system, provides certification and ongoing education, and plays a key role in shaping legal policy and law enforcement within the country. Its activities help uphold the integrity and professionalism of the legal sector in Brazil.