Cuatrecasas > Lisbon, Portugal > Firm Profile

‘Competent, professional, very knowledgable and available.’ 

‘The quality, capacity and speed of response is very high. Always up to date with regulatory changes in Portugal.’

‘The high level of know-how of the various team members gives us the confidence to manage both our relationships with clients and regulators/supervisors in Portugal.’

‘We recommend Paulo Costa Martins and Francisco Soares Machado for their high know-how in both our activity and the regulations that affect us, which generates confidence, speed and efficiency in managing various situations.’

‘Cuatrecasas’ M&A team is excellent: very professional, with total availability and a high capacity to anticipate problems. All of this allows for the creation of a unique relationship of trust that clearly differentiates them from other firms.’

‘Alexandra Martins stands out – she is an excellent lawyer; very solid from a technical point of view, with extensive experience in M&A, which allows her to have great ability to lead the negotiation table.’

‘Multidisciplinary team with a very high level of work, capacity and focused on results.’

‘Mariana Norton dos Reis – experience, commercial skills, negotiation. Francisco Martins Caetano – work capacity, organisation.’

‘The team is of very high quality and is very responsive. They understand the client’s economic needs and find pragmatic solutions.’

‘Luis Miguel Cortes Martins: very experienced in M&A, good commercial understanding, excellent negotiator.’

‘Alexandra Martins: high-quality and excellent experience in corporate law and M&A, very responsive, looks for pragmatic solutions.’

‘Cuatrecasas has a top-notch, multidisciplinary and flexible legal team.’

‘The multidisciplinary team can respond in an integrated manner with the different areas of law, in an articulated, timely and exhaustive manner, quickly and efficiently.’

‘Maria Raquel Moreira and Diana Simão Lourenço show extreme professionalism in the speed of response, and proactivity.’

‘The firm has good client attention, creative solutions, and quality-to-price ratio.’

‘The team demonstrates flexibility and speed of response, including in complex matters.’

‘The firm demonstrates great competence and security in the topics covered. They provide regular, timely contact and great perseverance in achieving the objectives set.’

‘Hugo Nunes has excellent personal and human relationships and demonstrates great competence and communication skills.’

‘I never tire of being surprised by the way Hugo Nunes leads matters far beyond what is normal for a lawyer. He can master legal topics, but he can also master more technical topics in other areas of knowledge, such as architecture and engineering.’

‘Excellent attention to detail with the ability to provide commercial recommendations that allow clients to make well-informed but time-efficient decisions.’

‘Sofia Gomes da Costa and Fernando Costal Carinhas give fantastic legal advice. ’

‘The real estate and urban planning team is a high-quality team that provides quick and diligent responses.’

‘Sofia Gomes da Costa and Hugo Nunes are two high-quality lawyers with an excellent commitment to clients.’

‘Sara Quaresma is always a prepared lawyer in meetings, making a point of reviewing all necessary documentation to avoid surprises. On several occasions, clients of the opposing party’s lawyers end up wanting to confirm certain points in the law or procedures with her.’

‘Knowledge, experience and pragmatism.’

‘The main qualities are extremely high technical knowledge, the uncompromising defence of the client and their interests, the transparency and effectiveness in transmitting the stages of the matters.’

‘I have worked with Serena Cabrita Neto for over 15 years, and in addition to being one of the best professionals in her area of ​​expertise, she stands out from all the others for her clarity of ideas, her great ability to find solutions to all problems, no matter how complex they may seem, and to create empathy and trust with the client.’

‘The team is very efficient and diligent.’

‘The results obtained were exceptional.’

‘Cuatrecasas Lisbon tax team has solid knowledge of Portuguese and international tax law and a pragmatic approach to deliver solutions to clients. Their memos and emails are drafted in a detailed and clear way and risks are duly identified.’

‘Relevant knowledge of the clients’ needs and deep technical knowledge of both substantial tax implications and procedural ones.’

‘Luís Soares de Sousa is outstanding and the team knows a lot, great responses and quick feedback.’

‘They have deep knowledge of the industry and are market leaders. Great connections with the aviation authority.’

‘The team is experienced, pragmatic and knowledgable.’

‘I recommend the work of Paulo Costa Martins, for his rigour and extensive experience in setting up venture capital funds.’

‘Great expertise and efficiency.’

‘Manuel Requicha Ferreira – availability and expertise.’

‘What makes Cuatrecasas unique is its team, which is competent and highly qualified across the board. It  approaches clients with humility, availability, and support outside of what is common for large law firms.’

‘The law firm as a whole is able to provide us with solutions in different areas, which is a great advantage, because the interaction is carried out in a dynamic and fluid way. The teams we have relationships with are always made up of senior people and associates. This gives us confidence and agility in carrying out work. ’

‘We deal with Paulo Costa Martins – he is very competent and always available to help us with day-to-day or specific topics, as the need arises. Mastery of topics is something that stands out.’

‘The team is multidisciplinary and in my opinion they stand out for the practical perspective they can bring to solving problems. Their vision is broad and they focus on the client’s objectives.’

‘Law firm that provides quality and excellent service. The procedural documents prepared are extremely complete and developed, without any errors.’

‘Miguel de Almada is available, extremely competent in preparing the arguments and strategy for the process.’

‘Rationality, commitment and technical responsibility in analyses and solution proposals. Technical skills demonstrated at a very high level, even in diverse subjects; ease of ensuring an adequate relationship between the parties involved in different matters.’

‘Miguel de Almada: technical skills; availability to identify alternative responses, always ensuring the client’s best interests; reasonableness in identifying potential solutions.’

‘They are competent, dedicated and trustworthy, zealously defending the client’s best interests. They have extensive experience in litigation.’

‘Fast adaption of complex legal matter. Pragmatic suggestions, making the complex simpler.’

‘Miguel del Almada: partner with good understanding of the situation.’

‘Exceptional quality of work, client-care skills, availability, and effectiveness in response.’

‘Rui Vaz Pereira and Cristina Romariz are undoubtedly a pillar for our company to function in Portugal. Particularly noteworthy are their attention, speed of responses, the proposal of solutions and the effectiveness of the proposals.’

‘Cuatrecasas conveys confidence and rigour.’

‘They are very accessible and quick to respond.’

‘I strongly recommend Tiago Pestana de Vasconcelos for his sharp legal advice and excellent timing.’

‘Inês Pinheiro and Ângela Afonso are always available, giving quick, detailed and in-depth responses.’

‘Inês Pinheiro is an exceptional professional with in-depth knowledge of Portuguese labour legislation. Ângela Afonso is an extraordinary lawyer, with great focus, availability, and a detailed approach.’

‘A consolidated department with a dynamic team. Very efficient in M&A processes.’

‘Francisco Santos Costa: excellent ability to adapt to client needs and with in-depth knowledge of the market. Strong dedication to the client and focused on finding solutions. Miguel Lencastre: great learning capacity and great negotiator. Can seek relevant solutions at key moments in negotiations.’

‘The firm’s knowledge of the local market and the general lay of the land made us very comfortable to enter the country. They have a very well-rounded team with specific expertise and deep knowledge of the local regulations and how they can be applied to international project finance transactions.’ 

‘Lots of experience in corporate and regulatory law. A team with a great reputation that is always brought into the equation whenever we have to work with an external firm.’

‘Excellent technical knowledge, accompanied by a great understanding of the market, which allows us to receive very useful and practical advice.’

‘Pedro Marques Bom and Luís Bordalo e Sá stand out for their total availability and spirit of partnership. More than just specific advice, they understand how the institution that seeks them works and are always an added value to consider.’

‘Team with outstanding know-how, very knowledgeable of the sector and client-oriented.’

‘Pedro Marques Bom is extremely accessible, competent and dedicated. He is an excellent communicator, a true problem-solver and completely client-oriented. Luís Bordalo and Sá is competent and approachable.’

‘Miguel Pena Machete coordinated a solid litigation work on competition topics during the past years nd I strongly recommend him, in case you need a counsel with a very good balance of clients’ interests and legal landscape.’

‘Cuatrecasas provides an exceptional service in IP matters.’

‘Sónia Queiroz Vaz – excellent professional, with high technical knowledge. Provides excellent service.’

‘Very quick response, excellent availability, very professional team and clear advice.’

‘I have worked with Sónia Queiroz Vaz. She provides advice in a simple and understandable language and makes sure that the processes are moving according to the timeline.’

‘Hugo Nunes is an excellent lawyer with great technical knowledge in his field.’

‘Sara Quaresma and Nuno Sá Carvalho were both decisive due to their technical and behavioural skills.’

‘I continue to be impressed by Hugo Nunes. He can master any legal topics and technical areas.’

‘The multidisciplinary team is made up of highly competent professionals with in-depth knowledge not only of their specific areas but also of the potential connections between themes.’

‘Hugo Nunes exhibits intelligence, insight, versatility, and mental agility. José Diogo Marques shows dedication, availability, and an ability for abstract thinking, while Marisa Mirador possesses specialised knowledge, skill in interlinking different areas, and a collaborative approach.’

‘Hugo Nunes is notable for his client-driven approach, which is based on a very solid and structured knowledge of urbanism and planning topics. ’

‘Nuno Sá Carvalho is always available to review our problems and has immense experience, allowing him to guide us to the best solutions.’

‘Sara Quaresma is always the best-prepared lawyer in meetings, making a point of reviewing all necessary documentation to avoid surprises. On several occasions, clients of the opposing party’s lawyers end up wanting to confirm certain points in the law or procedures with Sara.’

‘High experience on the topic.’

‘Margarida Leal de Oliveira is a lawyer with enormous experience in the sector, combined with great availability.’

‘Telma Carvalho has good technical and work capacity and attention to detail.’

‘Very quick response, flexibility and a lot of knowledge in all areas.’

‘Cuatrecasas stands out for its solid knowledge of the public sector and its ability to proactively find solutions for implementing the proposed projects. The team also proved quick and very effective in the responses and solutions presented.’

‘Marisa Mirador is without a doubt one of the best lawyers in her area, with technical knowledge and creative and collaborative capacity with her clients. Without a doubt a lawyer to recommend.’

‘Competent and rigorous team in analysing topics. Rigorous consultancy aimed at satisfying client expectations.’

‘Marisa Mirador and Catarina Pinto Xavier provide very accurate legal counselling and consider the business landscape in which the company is.’

‘Marisa Mirador represents the new generation of partners that work hard together with their clients in order to provide best-in-class legal counselling. Catarina Pinto Xavier is a senior associate with high potential to grow due to her capacity to cooperate under high pressure with outstanding legal work.’

‘The team has in-depth knowledge of current legislation. The response time in relation to urgent requests and the degree of constant availability is fantastic.’

‘The data protection team has provided an excellent service in the area of ​​developing and maintaining a company privacy management system that guarantees full compliance with the requirements of the GDPR and other applicable legislation. It also provides an excellent service through Data Protection Officer services and ensures exemplary coordination with the organisation’s internal and external stakeholders.’

‘Joana Mota Agostinho is a competent lawyer with extensive experience in the field of data protection law. Pragmatic and solution-oriented in high-risk situations and with short response times. High ethical standards and trust.’

‘Joana Mota Agostinho’s team has two essential added values: know-how and the fact that they have a very tailor-made approach, trying to understand the client and their specific needs, including with regard to specificities of the industry in which it operates.’

‘Joana Mota Agostinho clearly manages her team very well and knew how to surround herself with excellent professionals. She is very clear in their approaches. Catarina Castanheira Lopes is very pragmatic and conveys confidence in her analyses.’

‘A very cohesive team that works together in different legal areas. The fact that they have a primary point of contact helps immensely in the client/lawyer relationship.’

‘Partner Joana Mota Agostinho is an excellent professional. Always available. Equipped with above average knowledge of the area of ​​privacy and IT. I highly recommend this professional.’

‘Associate Catarina Castanheira Lopes – Endowed with extensive knowledge in the area of ​​privacy and IT.’

‘The general level of service is excellent. The team demonstrates good knowledge and in-depth understanding of the legal framework, high technical competence, professionalism, great negotiation skills and a particular ability to reach consensus solutions, placing the client’s interest at the centre of the analysis and resolution of each problem.’

‘They have an integrated vision and analysis of topics, covering the different specialties of law. The team is always available and able to give their opinion and work within demanding deadlines..’

‘We have worked mainly with Miguel Pereira Coutinho. He is an expert in his practice, with in-depth knowledge of the general legal framework, ensuring that all matters are handled professionally and efficiently. ’

‘Good knowledge and command of subjects. Scrupulous compliance with defined deadlines.’

‘Miguel Pereira Coutinho stands out for his professionalism and seriousness.’

‘The general level of service is excellent, as they have a team that demonstrates good knowledge, high technical competence and possesses a particular ability to reach solutions, placing the client’s interest at the centre of the analysis and resolution of each problem.’

‘We have been working mainly with Mónica Azevedo. She is an expert in her practice, with in-depth knowledge of the general legal framework, ensuring that all matters are handled professionally and efficiently.’

‘The consultancy service is always provided quickly and efficiently. The professionals involved demonstrate great analytical capacity and critical thinking.’

‘I particularly highlight Joana Magina for her availability, technical competence and quality of the work provided.’

‘They are proactive and always available.’

‘Mónica Azevedo and Samantha Cyrne stand out for their proactivity and availability.’

‘Deep knowledge of the local market, legal, regulatory, and related conditions. ‘

‘Samantha Cyrne – dedication to assisting the client and ensuring successful transactions. Diligent protection of the client.’

‘The team has a great knowledge of the TMT market and is constantly updating us on the progress of our case.’

‘I have worked with Joana Mota Agostinho: she clearly had above-average know-how and focuses on offering a tailor-made service to each client.’

‘Joana Mota Agostinho: technical expertise, clarity in explaining concepts, pragmatism and availability.’

‘Excellent performance by the team.’

‘Technical quality, and monitoring of work by partners.’

‘The team has great knowledge of the client’s business and always available.’

‘They have strong expertise regarding the regulation of vehicle distributors, and their advice was helpful and practical. They seem to have enough experience and deep knowledge about this practice area.’