‘Deep knowledge of IP law; solid reputation; good connections and understanding of the Spanish market has always been an advantage for Spanish clients doing business in our neighbour country.’

‘We highlight Manuel Durães Rocha for his friendliness and integrity, together with his competence in dealing with matters.’

‘António Andrade is exceptional – hugely experienced, commercially smart and great strategic brain. Manuel Durães Rocha is similarly talented – highly intelligent, superb with clients and a great businessman.’

‘Abreu is a solid top tier firm in Portugal and operates also in other jurisdictions. They provide premium legal services. Pricing is competitive in relation to the very high level of quality of their work. They know how to add value as lead local counsel in all matters we have been working on.’

‘I’ve worked with António for years – he is my go-to patent litigator for Portugal, because he understands not only his domestic market but the needs and demands of clients engaged in cross-border litigation.’

‘Excellent competence in substantive and procedural law, excellent understanding of the issues of the case and dedication to achieve success for the client.’

‘António Andrade provides first-rate legal services. Achieved an excellent success in a difficult case.’

‘I would highlight partners César Bessa Monteiro Jr and Ricardo Henriques who have exceptional availability, know-how and expertise. They are capable of providing a high quality service to clients.’

‘The Garrigues’ team is very thorough, proactive, and practical while providing cost-effective solutions.’

‘João Miranda de Sousa in particular has always struck me as a true partner -a lawyer who is fully invested in his client and the success of their business.’

‘They are always available to provide support and give the best advice to their clients. I appreciate the capacity Garrigues have to design a strategy and a path, even when there is few information available.’

‘João Miranda de Sousa and Francisca Ferreira Pinto know how to approach the client and provide tranquility and confidence for a good outcome. Always available to answer any questions and discuss a strategy.’

‘We have worked with the MLGTS team on patent litigation in Portugal. From our experience, we can say that this is one of the best patent law firms in Portugal. They are highly professional and knowledgeable in the field of patent litigation. The team is always available for us online/offline and informs us about all matters relevant to our case without us having to ask.’

‘We would like to highlight one person in particular, Ricardo Nascimento Ferreira. He is highly experienced and knowledgeable. He can answer any questions we have and responds to us within a short time. He gives us focused advice in a way that is easy to understand. He is also highly creative with litigation strategies. We have the impression that we can trust and rely on him in all matters.’

‘We work with Vasco Stilwell de Andrade on a frequent basis. We are very satisfied with the fast replies and his professional assessments. Also in general he is very flexible whenever issues arise.’

‘True experts, to the point, reasonable, ethical.’

‘Vasco Stilwell de Andrade – mastery of processes and interconnection with offices in other geographies ensuring the always excellent quality of the work developed.’

‘High technical competence, deep knowledge of the current legal and regulatory framework and focus on client needs.’

‘Vasco Stilwell D’Andrade is our main contact and our single source partner throughout the European Union for IP matters. He is extremely responsive, and provides unique and creative business solutions.’

‘VdA is the go-to firm for patent litigation in Portugal, and particularly trusted by many innovator pharmaceutical companies in blockbuster multijurisdictional litigation (which often has a Portuguese angle due to the local laws mandating Portuguese arbitration proceedings be brought).’

‘Sara Nazaré is trusted by many clients as their go-to counsel for patent litigation in Portugal. She has a stellar reputation for being extremely thorough, dedicated and knowledgeable.’

‘A strong team with deep IP knowledge across all technologies.’

‘The general level of service is excellent as they have a team that shows: good in-depth knowledge and understanding of the legal framework; high technical competence; professionalism.’

‘The team is always available and able to give their opinion and work within demanding deadlines.’

‘I would recommend Hugo Monteiro de Queirós, for his reputation in the area of intellectual property, trademarks and patents, clarity and simplification of language in the explanation of matters, permanent availability, speed and efficiency of response.’

‘I consider the service provided by PLMJ to be excellent, highlighting the clarity and transparency with which they provide information and advice, as the biggest differentiating factor. In our experience, we have never received legal advice in such an efficient and precise way, in the different situations that we usually face in our sector.’

‘Hugo Queirós exceeded our expectations, revealing advanced know-how in matters related to Industrial Property and, in particular, to brands.’

‘PLMJ is a law firm that is very innovative and keeps up with its time. It offers a large variety of services. Their fees are reasonable.’

‘I’ve had the opportunity to work with Hugo on several Patent litigations in Portugal. He has always been very accurate in his advice, efficient, works in a timely manner and very professional.’

‘Hugo Monteiro de Queiros is a very friendly and extremely competent lawyer. He was very responsive and provided excellent advice.’

‘I highlight, without a doubt, Hugo Monteiro Queirós. From the beginning, the accessibility, simplicity, accuracy and clarity that he brings to all the situations we face, proved to be a valuable asset.’

‘I highlight Hugo Queirós, who has deep knowledge of trademarks and patents, a lot of experience in litigation, and an excellent professional colleague and counterpart.’

‘Highly specialised team demonstrating an unusual capacity for analysis even in the most complex cases. Advice is carried out in a very precise and timely manner.’

‘Ana Rita Paínho – Extensive experience in the area demonstrating an unusual capacity to outline a winning strategy. Mariana Costa Pinto – An enviable record of success in cases in which she has intervened. A remarkable IP lawyer with extensive experience in litigation.’

‘Mariana Costa Pinto, whose performance was fundamental to the success obtained in the process in question, deserves to be highlighted. Her initiative and availability, the help provided throughout the process was a distinguishing factor.’

‘Mariana Costa Pinto and Ana Rita Painho are tireless and very competent. Explanations are clear and answers concise.’

‘Ana Rita Painho and Mariana Costa are two great specialists that provide solid and reliable advice in a timely manner and in a very cost efficient way. They both have deep knowledge of the industry and of the patent legal issues.’

‘The people with whom I have been in contact in this firm are extremely affable, polite and show great willingness and knowledge to resolve the issues presented.’

‘I would like to highlight Mariana Costa Pinto, for being extremely interested and committed to finding a solution to the issues raised.’

‘What stands out the most is the availability and speed of response to the questions asked.’

‘Caiado Guerreiro is a law firm that is unique for the value of its lawyers and the work philosophy it practises: always centered on the Client’s perspective and on client satisfaction.’

‘It stood out for its excellent quality of the legal service provided to the fees charged. We appreciate the work provided by the firm, always performed by a reliable and qualified team. Caiado Guerreiro & Associados was extremely important to centralise and develop the client’s demands, accomplishing promptly and with excellence our requests.’

‘The partner who assisted us when needed was Ricardo Costa Macedo, who should be highlighted for the (i) accuracy in the work provided; (ii) commitment to the clients’ requests and needs; (iii) clarity in the necessary explanations; (iv) availability; (v) promptness in all of our requests.’

‘Ricardo Costa Macedo is an exceptional lawyer: always available and very knowledgeable, he shows great interest and attention to Clients’ matters.’

‘The team is experienced, lawyers and trainees are capable at the maximum level to work together according to the needs of the Client. Billing is transparent and accurate. Collaboration with other partner law firms on common files is excellent.’

‘The service provided by PRA in the scope of the protection of our intellectual property has been of high quality. PRA has procedures that guarantee timely compliance with deadlines (which are many) and has played a fundamental role in the defence of our IP rights.’

‘Márcia Martinho da Rosa is always available for any clarification, being aware of the necessary deadlines and documents. She has also been very helpful in advising on these complex matters.’

‘The PRA law firm is very proactive in proposing customised solutions to meet clients’ needs, in which the proposals include several options for clients to efficiently protect and complement their industrial property assets.’

‘Márcia Martinho da Rosa and Pedro Rebelo Tavares master the peculiarities of various types of industrial property protection matters, namely patents, designs and trade marks.’

‘Gonçalo Gil Barreiros: in addition to his experience and deep knowledge of copyright, has always shown high intellectual honesty, efficiency and diligence.’

‘I am very satisfied with the work carried out by PRA – Raposo Sá Miranda & Associados in all the areas in which I requested help for my business. I believe that the quality of their work is very high and is combined with a great cost-benefit ratio. We highlight the team dedicated to Intellectual Property, whose work has been very important to us as a basis for the successful planning, structuring and implementation of our business models.’

‘Márcia Martinho da Rosa always has all tasks under control and puts the client’s interests above everything else. Her availability, readiness and knowledge of the IP environment are a great plus.’

‘We are delighted with the superb quality of the legal services they have provided us. They have a very strong, versatile and multifaceted team, made up of high-level professionals with remarkable experience. In addition, they have a very broad view of the latest innovations and regulatory developments applicable to the pharmaceutical sector. This allows them to approach issues very confidently and also quite creatively.’

‘The lawyer I highlight in the department is Serena Argente, who as a team leader impresses me every day for the safe way she handles matters and at the same time for the tranquility and security she gives us. A word of great recognition also to Maria Sirec and to the other lawyers in the team who have always shown great quality in the service provided.’

‘The lawyers I have worked with show a complete knowledge and mastery of all issues relating to IP, move very well in the field, and are fully familiar with with the type of business structures inherent to the exploitation of assets, which leaves us completely at ease.’

‘Serena Argente has impressed us a lot for her dedication, for the knowledge she already has of our activity, for her full mastery of all the intricacies of intellectual property and for the intelligent and sophisticated way in which she has overcome some obstacles at both the national and European level.’

‘Serena Argente is an expert in all matters of Intellectual Property, dealing with everything with a degree of detail and rigour that gives us a full guarantee that it will be well resolved, as it has happened in all the countless matters in which she has advised us in this area.’

‘The lawyers solve our problems in a practical way and are always present, they are really efficient and attentive.’

‘Serena Argente is very pragmatic and has taken on an important role as an advisor in managing our intellectual property assets. She is also exceptional in industrial property litigation.’

‘Serena manages to exceed our expectations and offer us what I consider the best service in intellectual property in the market.’