‘Abreu Advogados is very professional and efficient. I appreciate the team’s personal touch which makes me feel very well looked after. Attention to detail is another key element which makes me choose Abreu Advogados. Its practitioners are the best by far from all the other law firms I have dealt with in Portugal and beyond. I have recommended Abreu Advogados numerous times to my family members and friends.’

‘Diogo Belard Correia is a highly valued professional, who I have been honoured to work with for the past two years. I value Diogo for his prompt and efficient responses.’

‘Great internal communication is very important for the success of a process. Abreu excels in that.’

‘Attention to detail and outstanding client relations. Knowledgeable professional lawyers.’ 

‘Tiago Mendonça de Castro has vast experience and knowledge of the various aspects of the real estate and construction sectors.’

‘Sara Ferraz Mendonça is very professional and dedicated to the client, with the ability to follow up on client matters and effectively manage issues always in favour of the client and its objectives. She is creative in structuring the proposed solutions and has the excellent ability to deal with complex matters in a practical way.’

‘Patricia Viana is knowledgeable and professional.’

‘Tiago Mendonça de Castro and Diogo Belard Correia are both very knowledgeable and give solid advice on all aspects of real estate transactions.’

‘Knowledge of the market and its clients.’

‘Jorge Gonçalves has vast knowledge and experience in the real estate sector.’

‘Miguel Menezes da Silva is experienced in the real estate sector and close to the client.’

‘Iberian law firm with vast knowledge of our business activity.’

‘Jorge Salvador Gonçalves has been working for us for several years. He is very knowledgeable, experienced and conveys a lot of confidence to the client.’

‘The team is very hands on, has the full legal skillset, combined with significant expertise and a serious understanding of commercial matters.’

‘João Torroaes Valente is very focused on achieving the client’s goals.’

‘João Fitas digs deep into detail and if there is something to find he will find it. He is prepared to go the extra mile to achieve the client’s goals. His expertise in real estate transactions is remarkable.’

‘Rita Ferreira Vicente and João Fitas are available and have the great ability to come up with turnkey solutions.’ 

‘Great team that reacts quickly to client requests. Great at escalating issues quickly with the right level or urgency.’

‘João Torroaes Valente is the most trusted hotel expert in Portugal and the undisputed go-to lawyer in the industry. His knowledge and experience is second to none.’

‘João Fitas managed our deal process expertly, with particular focus on achieving outcomes quickly.’

‘A team always willing to defend the interests of its client, always taking into account the purpose of reaching an agreement with the counterparty. Morais Leitão’s ability to offer a multidisciplinary team helps a lot in evaluating all the parameters of a real estate project.’

‘Unique team led by Francisco Lino Dias that provides all the required support. The team measures risks and provides accurate advice. It is extremely commercial and gives alternatives in negotiations with counterparties.’

‘Francisco Lino Dias is probably the best lawyer I have worked with in real estate transactions. Human quality, commercial skills and excellent technical command of legal matters make him unique. I would also highlight Micaela Giestas, Luís Filipe Santiago Salema and Eduardo Crespo as rising stars.’

‘Deep market knowledge, responsiveness, strong negotiation skills and strong presence in online and offline meetings.’

‘PLMJ offers a full service in the real estate space. Above all, we feel comfortable in the team’s decision-making process, which helps us a lot in managing real estate portfolios. Great value.’

‘I worked a lot with Sofia Coutinho, who shows commercial sensitivity and helps us to find solutions to obstacles that arise during negotiations. Finally, Sérgio Teixeira demonstrates high practical sense.’

‘I’d highlight Francisco da Cunha Ferreira and Alexandre Pedral Sampaio.’

‘Vast experience and know-how in all aspects related to real estate and urban planning matters. Ability to provide legal support in all phases of a project’s development. When necessary, VdA has “in-house” skills and competences in areas complementary to real estate, managing to provide support in an integrated manner. Good network in Portugal, both in the private and public sectors.’

‘Extraordinary follow-ups on a daily basis. Very fast responses. High capacity for argumentation.’

‘Lisa Ventura Lopes has great knowledge of the real estate market and all the regulations in force. Strong commercial sense. Great ability to close deals. Result oriented.’

‘Pedro Pereira Coutinho is empathetic in commercial relationships and focused on closing deals.’

‘Pedro Ferreirinha has great knowledge of the real estate market, with a high capacity for strategy and extensive experience in the development of complex projects. Strong domain in all legal aspects of real estate and urban planning.

‘Pedro Corrêa de Oliveira is very organised and has extensive knowledge of all areas and schemes for implementing real estate projects.’

‘Raul Mota Cerveira has a good sense of urgency and is very competent in the field of real estate and urban planning. Good network, including public sector entities.’

‘Can do attitude and knowledgeable.’

‘Probably the most prepared team on the market to respond to the legal challenges of the sector.’

‘In complex urban planning processes in Portugal, the team knows the law in detail and is often able to anticipate problems and strategically advises clients. As a result of its extensive experience, it has easy access to the authorities. Its lawyers have a clear understanding of the project and their interactions with architects are always proactive and deliver results.’

‘I recommend Sofia Galvão and Luís Moitinho de Almeida. I value their know-how and commitment in solving problems. Accessible and available, they make all the difference in solving complex issues and in approaching the authorities.’

‘Highly qualified office in this area, and with great professionals and extensive experience in highly complex processes.’

‘I strongly recommend Luis Moitinho de Almeida and Sofia Galvão for their dedication and deep knowledge of the subjects.’

‘Good knowledge of real estate matters and licensing issues.’

‘Its lawyers know my business and act as if they were part of my team even though they are an external resource.’

‘Team sends me updates via news letters and webinars. It anticipates my needs.’

‘I recommend Madalena Azeredo Perdigão and Inês Melo dos Santos.’

‘Responsiveness, speedy and cross-sector knowledge.’

‘Clear and honest, adapting to clients’ needs.’

‘High technical knowledge and practical sense in solving problems.’

‘The team demonstrates availability, responds to clients’ requests quickly, supports the client with licensing matters as well as contract management with suppliers.’

‘Luís Filipe Carvalho has an in-depth knowledge of the real estate and construction sector. Due to his experience, the assistance he provides in the evaluation and proposals of actions before public entities and in the elaboration and management of contracts always lead to a compromise between the parties.’

‘Diversity of services. Quick responses.’

‘Luís Filipe Carvalho is recommended.’

‘Its expertise and knowledge of the Portuguese market and all of its relevant players make the team an exceptional choice for anything related with real estate. All lawyers involved, from partners to junior lawyers, demonstrated rigour and deep involvement.’

‘I certainly consider Ricardo one of the best real estate lawyers in Portugal. Since the first time I worked with him, I was impressed by his ability to find new ideas and capacity to find consensus among different parties.’

‘Ricardo Pereira and Helder Santos Correia are recommended.’

‘They are serious, honest, competent and very knowledgeable. I would highlight Ricardo Reigada Pereira.’

‘Total mastery of matters, strong focus on the client’s interests and always searching for solutions.’

‘Ricardo Reigada Pereira is our go-to lawyer. He combines mastery of tax matters, commercial approach and speed of execution and the ability.’

‘What distinguishes RRP Advogados is the culture of service quality in all aspects, the education of its professionals, the professionalism of the employees, the quick responses and the in-depth analysis of the matters.’

‘Ricardo Reigada Pereira is an excellent professional and incredible human being. He treats all his clients with the same quality of service regardless of the fees. José Manuel Henriques is professional, attentive and dedicated. Tamara Fonseca is an excellent professional.’ 

‘We often turn to SRS, which has provided and continues to provide us with legal advice on various matters. The quality and rigour of the work provided is always of the highest level.’

‘The team understands the needs and concerns of the client, always meeting tight deadlines.’

‘SRS distinguishes itself  from others at various levels, but mainly with regard to its availability, technical knowledge, vast experience and creativity of its lawyers in solving the problems presented to them.’

‘Neuza Pereira de Campos has extensive technical knowledge and practical know-how derived from her vast experience in real estate. She contributes to solving problems and unblocking impasses. We feel very comfortable working with her as we know that an outcome in our favour is almost always guaranteed.’

‘Always precise and especially quick answers.’

‘Nice, friendly, very precise and quick! I recommend Joana Pinto Monteiro.’

‘On point, available and pragmatic.’

‘Inês Palma Ramalho is recommended.’ 

‘Eduardo Gonçalves Rodrigues and his team prove to be a go-to adviser in the area of urban planning law, responding to the evolving requirements of licensing procedures.’

‘Eduardo Gonçalves Rodrigues led the team that advised us on a complex project involving urban planning law. I have to highlight the ability to identify and grade the relevant issues and risks, as well as to present a structured and contextualised advice.’

‘We regularly work Carla Parreira Leandro, who has always provided professional and dedicated support.’

‘Sofia Thibaut Trocado is recommended for her competence, speed in solving problems and friendliness.’

‘The real estate team stands out in terms of collaboration between its lawyers.’

‘I’d highlight João Pinheiro da Silva and Sandra Teixeira Arsénio.’

‘We have worked with Miguel Ribeiro Telles for over 15 years. He is a go-to lawyer in the real estate sector. Experienced, solid, inspires absolute confidence, with deep knowledge of the sector and the market. Marta Gomes stands out for her competence, dedication and ability to present solutions.’

‘CTSU aligns professionalism with competence, efficiency, industry knowledge and focus on the client. We can always count on its full dedication and the involvement of its experienced partners, who are very much focused in building solutions with great rigour and objectivity.’

‘We have a long term relationship with Miguel Ribeiro Telles. He is our go-to lawyer in Portugal, with an in-depth knowledge of the real estate and construction market, its players and trends. He combines experience with great negotiation skills. He brings trust to the transactions he is involved in.’

‘Marta Gouveia Gomes is a very skilled and consistent lawyer, with deep knowledge of the real estate sector. We can count on her full dedication, efficiency, competence and high-quality delivery.’

‘The team is very reliable and client focused. Its practitioners are focused on solving their client’s problems.’

‘Miguel Ribeiro Telles is an excellent lawyer, with a very pragmatic, business oriented approach.’

‘Office of adequate size that provides excellent client support. Very professional team led by an excellent partner. Very reasonable fees for the quality of service provided.’

‘Miguel Ribeiro Telles is exceptional and hands on.’

‘This is a very up-to-date team that permanently monitors legislative and jurisprudential developments in the areas in which it is specialised.’

‘Clélia Brás is a lawyer who is very attentive to new legislation and the evolution of jurisprudence.’

‘Clélia Brás maintains a negotiation based on common sense and reasonableness.’

‘It is an office that always exceeds all expectations and is also unique in that. The team shows total pragmatism and efficiency in resolving issues. Enormous knowledge of our business and everything related to large real estate purchases and sales.’

‘The individual in the team who stands out the most is Manuel Albuquerque. We are very satisfied with the results obtained and we strongly recommend this lawyer for real estate matters. His ability to summarise issues and involve other teams is extraordinary and unique. He is also a highly regarded professional for his negotiation skills, transparency and huge technical expertise.’

‘The Raposo Bernardo team deserves to be highlighted for its proximity and relationship of trust with its clients. Availability is total and cross-referencing with other legal areas is carried out whenever necessary, so that each issue can be addressed in all its aspects.’

‘Although the team works as a whole and is fantastic, I highlight the department leader Manuel Esteves de Albuquerque as a highly reputable professional lawyer with extensive knowledge of all real estate matters. He is very diligent and very quick to understand what we want.’

‘What makes this firm unique is the exceptional quality of its work, associated with transparent communication and the collaborative relationship they develop with the clients. Among other qualities and skills, I point out its comprehensive knowledge of real estate, licensing and construction matters.’

‘This office is unique for its qualities. The service provided by the real estate and construction department is of the highest quality. The skills that most impress me and contribute to the quality of the services provided are: its total dedication to our affairs and the capacity to provide a fast and efficient service, with excellent results.’

‘I consider Manuel Esteves Albuquerque very focused on achieving positive results, patient, very persistent, determined, very well prepared legally and with a lot of experience.’

‘Manuel Esteves de Albuquerque deserves our total admiration for the safe and effective way in which he manages our affairs. He has a deep knowledge of our sector and has extensive experience in large international transactions.’

‘The team is extremely available and knowledgeable about the topics. It also demonstrates an excellent knowledge of the practice of the main public institutions involved in the processes, such as municipalities.’

‘Frederico Styliano Reis is distinguished by his availability and mastery of the legal matters in question.’