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SRS Legal Offices

RUA DOM FRANCISCO MANUEL DE MELO 21
1070-085 LISBON
Portugal
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Portugal > Employment Tier 1
SRS Legal is well known in the market for its seasoned employment litigation practice. Led by César Sá EstevesPractice head(s):
César Sá Esteves
Other key lawyers:
Mariana Caldeira Sarávia; Ana Luísa Beirão; Maria de Lancastre Valente; Sara Tavares; Cláudia Varela; Mariana Mendes; Lara Pestana
Testimonials
‘I’d highlight the rigor, attention to detail, constant availability and search for solutions in order to meet the client’s needs.’
‘SRS has a frame of reference professionals, especially in the field of labour law, with an enormous capacity to “connect” theory and practice, as well as understand the context, reality and specificity of each client.’
‘Ana Luísa Beirão is an asset for SRS Advogados. She has deep theoretical and practical knowledge of the matters in question, which contribute to an excellent ability to anticipate and define strategies, in the various plans applicable in this area.’
‘César Sá Esteves and Mariana Sarávia: excellent technical and human quality, intelligent and sensible, good negotiators.’
‘The team’s experience and technical and market/sector expertise. The ability to manage highly complex issues such as restructuring (Collective Redundancies), M&A processes or negotiation with collective bargaining unions in the pandemic context.’
‘I would like to highlight the senior partners José Luis Moreira da Silva and Cláudia Varela with whom the company has worked with very relevant results, allowing for a continuous constructive dialogue with all union entities present.’
‘Dr. César Sá Esteves, Mariana Saravia, Ana Luisa Beirão, Lara Pestana, Mariana Mendes: Expertise, Leadership, knowledge and availability’
‘Very knowledgeable, prudent and accurate. They do not have an aggressive commercial posture.’
Key clients
Administração do Porto Setúbal
APS
AGEAS
Alnylam Switzerland
AXA Group Operations
Banco do Brasil
Banco Poupança e Crédito
BENTELER
Bergé Group
Caixa Geral de Depósitos
Cerealto Sintra Foods
Cerner
Colgate-Palmolive Company
COMPARAMAIS
CTT
Danone
EFG Bank
Ernst & Young
Essilor
Ferring Pharmaceuticals
Generali
Grupo Banco Montepio
Grupo Barraqueiro
Haitong Bank
Hidurbe Serviços
Hoteles Turísticos Unidos
Maisons du Monde
Majorel Portugal
Mylan
Novo Banco
OGMA
OPM
Principle Power
Publicis Groupe
RUBIS ENERGIA
Ryanair Ltd
SACYR-Somague
Secil – Companhia Geral de Cal e Cimento
Securitas Direct
Selina
SIBS
Socosmet – Sociedade de Cosmética
Starstone Insurance
STET
Sumol + Compal
TAP Air Portugal
TECH MAHINDRA
Travelport
TUI Portugal
Volkswagen Autoeuropa
Wright Medical Group
Work highlights
- Advised TAP on the strategy, planning and execution of a major long-term restructuring operation.
- Assisting Banco Poupança e Crédito with the strategy definition, planning and execution of a major restructuring.
- Assisting Generali on the HR issues, strategy definition, as well as planning and execution of the restructuring of the company related to the acquisition of Seguradoras Unidas and AdvanceCare.
Portugal > EU and competition Tier 1
SRS Legal is commended by clients for its ‘strong foothold in Portuguese top-tier antitrust projects with a strong transnational link‘. With a presence in all major sectors, including banking, consumer goods, insurance, retail and healthcare, the team is noted for its regular involvement in high-profile hub-and-spoke cartel investigations, and its excellent track record before the European Commission and Portuguese courts. Merger control matters also make up a relevant part of the practice, which fields considerable expertise in behavioural matters, state aid and private enforcement cases. Gonçalo AnastácioPractice head(s):
Gonçalo Anastácio
Other key lawyers:
Sara Estima Martins; Duarte Pirra; Nuno Calaim Lourenço; Luís Seifert Guincho
Testimonials
‘The way we see it, SRS Advogados is one of the most respected firms in the Portuguese legal market. The firm’s Lisbon office has an excellent EU & Competition team and maintains a strong foothold in the Portuguese top-tier antitrust projects with a strong transnational link. The Firm brings a lot more to the table than just its local expertise in competition law. This is because their lawyers are well-versed in EU law and well-known in the Iberian market for having a great combination of skills and efficiency.’
‘We routinely work with Gonçalo Anastacio and his excellent team. Gonçalo has an outstanding understanding of both the practice area and his clients’ business and can be strategic and tactical. On top of that, Gonçalo is an impressive antitrust lawyer; he is smart and cuts through the peripheral issues to give clear and practical legal advice. I always enjoy working with him.’
‘Duarte Pirra’s monitoring of our themes always goes beyond the minimum. He is concerned with finding the solution we need, within the current legal framework, and never leaves an issue, however small it may seem, without a definitive solution.’
‘Gonçalo Anastácio is top of the market in Portugal and one of the most talented competition lawyers in the Europe. You can rely on him to follow the pace of the most complicated multijurisdictional transactions and assignments.’
‘Gonçalo Anastácio and Luís Seifert Guincho have extraordinary organisational, technical and business skills, in addition to their ability to work and manage pressure well above average.’
‘Sara Estima Martins stands out for her technical competence, proactivity and ability to analyse and search for solutions.’
‘SRS has an outstanding reputation in Portugal and attracts high calibre and high profile clients. They have in-depth experience arguing cases in front of the Autoridade da Concorrência (the Portuguese Competition Authority) and in courts. They have excellent communication and engagement with clients. They develop long-term relationships with their clients and a high level of trust.’
‘Nuno Calaim Lourenço is an extremely knowledgeable competition law expert. He managed the case and the case’s significant workload extremely well. His close communication with the client meant that the client was extremely engaged. This is fundamental in competition work, where data and information from the clients are crucial to building a strong case. He managed particularly well the interaction between the legal and the economic analysis that the case required.’
Key clients
ACIBEV
AGEAS
Air Liquide
Alfamicro
ANO
ANT
APETRO
Associação Académica de Coimbra (AAC)
Associação Nacional de Topógrafos (ANT)
Barclays Bank
BASF
Beiersdorf AG
Boehringer Animal Health
Boehringer Ingelheim
Bonovox
Blueotter
Campofrio Food Group
Cannary
Centromarca
Colgate-Palmolive Company
CoRe
Deuter Sport
EGEO
EMEF (Empresa De Manutenção De Equipamento Ferroviário)
Empresa Águas do Vimeiro
Fábricas Lusitana – Produtos Alimentares
Finançor
Fromageries Bel Portugal (Bel Group)
Galp Energia
Grupo Sousa
Hero Group
IQVIA
Lion Re:Sources Iberia
Merkle
MSTF Partners
Municipality of Porto
Mylan
Nestlé
OGMA
Oxy Capital
Panrico
Port of Sines
Portuguese State
Repsol
Roland
Sage
Santander Bank
Securitas Direct
Serqueijos Pimenta
Soavifreixo
Sogrape
Solenis
Sumol + Compal
Thales
Trinseo
Trofa Saúde
Unilever
Vesuvius
VIRBAC Portugal Laboratórios
Vortal
Work highlights
- Assisted Barclays Bank with a case before the Competition Court related to one of the largest antitrust cases carried out to date by the Portuguese Competition Authority based on an alleged exchange of commercially sensitive information.
- Assisting Grupo Sousa with the clearing of a (horizontal and vertical) merger before the Portuguese Competition Authority.
- Assisting Trofa Saúde in an investigation by the Portuguese Competition Authority related to an alleged agreement restricting competition.
Portugal > Banking and finance Tier 2
SRS Legal has a versatile banking and finance practice, which is sought by domestic and international clients, including borrowers, lenders and funds. The team is regularly involved in cross-border acquisition and structured financings and has also been involved in several high-value real estate finance transactions. The department is jointly led by three partners: managing partner Pedro Rebelo de Sousa; William Smithson, who is noted for cross-border matters and financial restructurings; and Alexandra Valente, who frequently acts for international financial institutions and private equity funds in structured finance and banking regulatory matters.Practice head(s):
Pedro Rebelo de Sousa; William Smithson; Alexandra Valente
Other key lawyers:
João Santos Carvalho
Testimonials
‘Professional team.’
‘They know the clients’ needs and deliver advice accordingly in a truly professional manner.’
Key clients
African Export Import Bank
Banco do Brasil
M7
Banco Carregosa
Bank of Portugal
Rabobank International
Oxy Capital
BNP Paribas
Banco Itaú Europe
Work highlights
- Advising Banco do Brasil on the negotiation and execution of various financing transactions entered into with various large Portuguese corporates.
- Advising M7 on the additional issues of bonds by five M7 group companies incorporated in Portugal and cleared through Interbolsa and Clearstream.
- Advising Banco Carregosa on the incorporation of a fund management company.
Portugal > Commercial, corporate and M&A Tier 2
SRS Legal ‘combines a deep knowledge of the law, extensive experience and the ability to develop personal relationships and trust with its clients’. The corporate, commercial and M&A team handles a mix of transactional and non-transactional work, with experience across a range of sectors, including energy and TMT. Advising buyers and sellers on technology-related M&A transactions is a strong point for the department, which houses a team specialised in start-up businesses and a separate group focused on private equity and venture capital investments. Names to note for the latter include Gustavo Ordonhas Oliveira and Paulo Bandeira. Alexandra Valente also demonstrates a wealth of experience in cross-border private equity deals. Octávio Castelo PauloPractice head(s):
Octávio Castelo Paulo; Gabriela Rodrigues Martins
Other key lawyers:
Gustavo Ordonhas Oliveira; Alexandra Valente; Paulo Bandeira; Dulce Franco; Anabela Gonçalves Ferreira; Marco Silva Garrinhas
Testimonials
‘SRS combines a deep knowledge of the law, extensive experience and the ability to develop personal relationships and trust with its clients, cemented by the way in which the firm successfully solves complex legal problems.’
‘Gustavo Ordonhas Oliveira has vast legal expertise that translates into a practical way for solving concrete business problems, high capacity for developing interpersonal relationships and generating trust, high service levels and availability. Marco Silva Garrinhas has deep legal knowledge and high availability to solve client problems.’
‘A huge dedication to the client. Original ideas and experience to solve issues.’
‘Availability, commitment to the client even when dealing with ambitious topics and timelines – always trying to do the best and often what seems impossible becomes possible. Helpfulness of the team and multidisciplinarity.’
‘Paulo Bandeira is simply amazing and he is the lawyer I recommend. The whole team is very helpful too.’
‘Excellent team. We use it recurrently in M&A. Multidisciplinary, availability, high time responsiveness.’
‘Very cooperative and professional lawyers’
‘The SRS law firm provides us with transparent legal advice. They have a great ability to understand the particularities of our company. It always takes a holistic approach to situations, which makes its conclusions more valid and of greater value. Permanent availability is also a factor worth mentioning.’
Key clients
ActiveCap Capital Partners
Volkswagen Autoeuropa
Automaise
BBDO Portugal (Omnicom Group)
Bekafinance
Bizay
360 imprimir
Cedrus Atlantica
Dekra Group
ECS Capital
Finançor
Grupo Amorim
Grupo Hermes
Iberis Capital
Índico Capital Partners
J.P. Sá Couto, S.A.
Oxy Capital
Parpública
Repsol
Respol – Resinas, S.A.
Rubis Energia Portugal
Core Capital
Dia Portugal
Work highlights
- Advised Cellnex on the acquisition of OMTEL (Portuguese telecom tower company) from Morgan Stanley Infrastructure Partners and Altice Group.
- Advising Parpública and the Portuguese government on the privatisation of Efacec.
- Advising Finançor, as purchaser, on the acquisition of a retail group in the Azores islands.
Portugal > Data privacy and data protection Tier 2
At SRS Legal, the data protection and cybersecurity team undertakes the entire spectrum of matters involving the implementation of GDPR programmes. The team is adept at acting for start-ups and clients from the banking, telecoms, insurance and healthcare sectors in administrative proceedings, data processing agreements and cybersecurity regulatory issues. The highly regarded Luís Neto Galvão, who is a leading figure in data privacy, is the main point of contact in the team.Practice head(s):
Luís Neto Galvão
Testimonials
‘Close contact and relationship with the client, always with the intention of thinking together with the client about the next step to be taken.’
‘Strong knowledge of data protection and its implication in our business. Practical approach to problem solving.’
‘SRS has a truly differentiating ability in the market to understand the business context of the clients it works with. Combined with its knowledge of privacy and data protection, it is able to provide a high quality and differentiated service, seeking to develop pragmatic solutions for its clients.’
‘Luís Neto Galvão is an expert in this area of expertise, which I have recommended and would continue to recommend to any client.’
Key clients
Santander Consumer
Amorim Group
BT Portugal -Telecomunicações Unipessoal Lda.
Victoria Seguros de Vida, S.A.
Generali – Companhia de Seguros, S.A.
Mitsubishi Electric Europe B.V. – Sucursal em Portugal
Boheringuer Inghleim Portugal
Iqvia Solutions Portugal, Unipessoal Lda.
SAS Apostas Sociais, Jogos e Apostas Online, S.A. (Group Misericórdia de Lisboa)
ANOVA
Sepio Systems
Mediceus
Gamalife
Oxy Capital
Xerpa
Ophiomics
NAU GROUP
Work highlights
- Successfully represented 360 Imprimir (an online print shop) in an investigation from the Portuguese Data Protection Committee (CNPD) regarding a complaint from a client concerning marketing practices.
- Conducted an analysis on the use of legitimate interest basis for the processing of personal data on behalf of Santander Consumer.
Portugal > Energy and natural resources Tier 2
SRS Legal‘s energy and natural resources department ‘has vast multidisciplinary experience and in-depth knowledge of the sectors‘, demonstrating strength in all segments, including renewables, oil and gas, and energy efficiency issues. Under the leadership of founder Pedro Rebelo de Sousa and competition and energy law expert Gonçalo AnastácioPractice head(s):
Pedro Rebelo de Sousa; Gonçalo Anastácio
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘I believe that the great difference of SRS is their ability to anticipate client needs, which helped us a lot to be more prepared when faced with problems. Also, the vast knowledge in the energy and natural resources sector was very evident, which gave us a lot of confidence in our decision-making.’
‘Maria Paula Milheirão’s work exceeds typical legal advice. Maria is careful with details, nothing escapes her. She knows the issues at hand very well, identifies all angles of the matters. Maria’s technical competence is exceptional and she is very concerned about understanding the client’s business.’
‘The SRS team that is dedicated to the energy and natural resources sectors has vast multidisciplinary experience and in-depth knowledge of the sectors and the functioning of the markets, being able to provide a comprehensive and exhaustive follow-up in technical terms.’
‘The Competition and European Union Law partner Gonçalo Anastácio stands out for his deep insight into the relevant markets related to the energy sector.’
‘Great knowledge and solid legal support. Extensive experience in different areas.’
‘Excellent responsiveness and articulation between different departments. Attention and dedication to the client is clearly above average. They cover all areas of law with great competence and rigour. SRS is always available, responding to requests quickly and in detail.’
‘Maria Paula Milheirão proved to be an excellent coordinator of multidisciplinary teams, efficiently managing the time and quality of responses.’
‘SRS has demonstrated expertise in the energy sector with a strong component of Regulatory Law and Competition Law. On the other hand, they demonstrate a strong commitment to timely responses to clients.’
Key clients
1s1 Energy
Acumen
Air Liquide
Alfamicro
Amorim Energia
Anywind
APETRO
Basel Agency for Sustainable Energy (BASE)
Blueotter
China Datang Corporation
CLC – Companhia Logística de Combustíveis
CPI Energy
EDP Electricidade
EDP Renewables
EGEO
ENI
Enerbarroso
Engie
FFL Partners
Galp Energia
Glarevision
GoParity
Grupo Sousa
Iberdrola
Iberian Solar
IKEA
KIC InnoEnergy
Linderito Solar
Oceano Fresco
Petroibérica
Puaça
PVComplete
Repsol
Rubis Energia
Santa Maria Thermoelectric Biomass Plant
Schneider Electric
Schréder
Simmons & Simmons
Sonangol Group
Spelta
Veolia
Vinci Energies Group
W.A.G. Payment Solutions
Watt-IS
Work highlights
- Assisted 1s1 Energy with an application for national and European funding, within the framework of the EU’s IPCEI on Hydrogen for the financing of a hydrogen project.
- Advised Galp Energia on a recent legislative initiative by the Portuguese government intended to regulate fuel prices and margins for petrol, diesel and LPG products.
- Advised IKEA on several regulatory issues related to the hybridisation of a wind power plant owned by IKEA.
Portugal > Projects and project finance Tier 2
SRS Legal attracts instructions from domestic and international clients in relation to projects in Portugal and across the African continent. Projects in the port sector – including concessions and PPPs – are a particular focus for the department, which is also seasoned in advising on M&A, project finance and development, and dispute resolution in the energy and transport segments. The practice is also a popular destination for Portuguese private equity firms in refinancing transactions. The team is jointly led by José Luís Moreira da Silva, who has a solid reputation in the market for his track record in infrastructure projects, concessions and procurement, and banking and finance expert Alexandra Valente. Public law in the context of infrastructure projects is a key area of activity for Alexandre Roque.Practice head(s):
José Luís Moreira da Silva; Alexandra Valente
Other key lawyers:
Alexandre Roque; Raquel Sampaio
Testimonials
‘SRS has played a decisive role in advising and drafting the contractual terms. The contact has always been ensured by the senior partner José Luis Moreira da Silva.’
‘I highlight the professionalism and competence of the senior partner José Luis Moreira da Silva.’
Key clients
Port Authority of Lisbon
Regional Government of Madeira
Municipality of Oporto
Government of Portugal
Parpublica
TM.E. S.p.A. – Termomeccanica Ecologia
Austal Ships
Port Authority of Setúbal and Sesimbra
Thales Portugal, S.A.
Transtejo
European Commission
FPT Energia Group
Linderito Solar
Rubis Energia Portugal, S.A.
BCI Mozambique
Fidelidade
Gesto Energia, S.A.
MTX Solar, Lda
Work highlights
- Advising Government of Portugal / PARPUBLICA on the re-privatisation procedure of EFACEC.
- Advising the Port Authority on the renegotiation of the Liscont Container Terminal, the largest in Lisbon, and one of the largest in Portugal.
- Advising the Regional Government of Madeira on the launch of the international public tender for the new central hospital.
Portugal > TMT Tier 2
SRS Legal is highly regarded for its depth of expertise in the technology, media and telecoms sectors, encompassing regulatory and contractual matters. Typical mandates range from advising on licensing issues, market access and network infrastructure to assisting with the regulation of new digital services. The team is under the joint leadership of two commercial and regulatory experts: Octávio Castelo PauloPractice head(s):
Testimonials
‘Luís Neto Galvão is responsive and practical and has supported us with a number of telecom regulatory matters. This has included general regulatory compliance advice and transactional support as well as telecoms registrations. He has also been proactive in flagging key developments.’
‘SRS Advogados has an excellent knowledge of the telecoms market. They understand very well the sector’s commercial issues and play an important role in solving our problems. The SRS team has longstanding experience and has been working with us for many years. Availability is high and the quality of service is very good.’
‘The person who stands out the most is Octávio Castelo Paulo. He has known the sector for many years, he knows the players, he has mastered the regulatory and commercial issues that are important to us. He always offers us a good legal solution and is quick to respond. I also highlight Luís Neto Galvão, who also works in TMT matters.’
‘Excellent service, very professional and pragmatic.’
‘A very good understanding of the technical aspects of the services provided by the client and the capability to suggest solutions addressed to meet legal and business requirements.’
‘Octávio Castelo Paulo stands out for his extensive knowledge of the telecoms market.’
‘SRS is our go-to firm when it comes to technology and privacy matters in Portugal. They have a deep specialism in these areas which is accompanied by a pragmatic approach.’
‘Octávio Castelo Paulo is immersed in the TMT sector and has a great understanding of both the technology and what is going on in the sector. He has a calm, reassuring manner. Luís Neto Galvão is both a technology and privacy expert. His advice is invariably on point and practical.’
Key clients
Cellnex
Grupo NOS
BT Portugal -Telecomunicações Unipessoal Lda.
SAS Apostas Sociais, Jogos e Apostas Online, S.A.
EID – Empresa de Investigação e Desenvolvimento de Electrónica, S.A.
Vodafone
Arkadin
ZOOM Voice Communications Inc.
RingCentral Inc
Work highlights
- Continued to represent NOS in a lawsuit filed on its behalf against MEO/PR in connection with their refusal to port numbers to NOS (then ZON) between 2008 and 2009.
- Represented SAS in the negotiation of two key agreements with Playtech, a multinational provider of online gambling platforms, regarding the outsourcing of its gaming platform and the launch of a casino service.
- Acted for Cellnex, together with another firm, on the acquisition of telecom towers and other infrastructure from Altice Portugal.
Portugal > Transport Tier 2
José Luís Moreira da Silva heads up the transport and shipping department at SRS Legal, which is instructed by the main port authorities in Portugal, benefiting from the firm’s offices in Lisbon, Porto and Funchal. The team is also adept at advising on maritime matters, as well as rail, road and air transport. Across these sectors, public law expert Silva and the team advise on public service concessions, PPP contracts, public procurement, financing and disputes. Administrative law litigation expert Alexandre Roque also supports the practice.Practice head(s):
José Luís Moreira da Silva
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘Excellent contacts in Portugal and great dedication to the job.’
‘Pedro Rebelo de Sousa has a very good network and great experience. Alexandre Roque is very reliable and spot on.’
‘Easy relationship, proximity and speed in answering the questions asked.’
Key clients
Port Authority of Lisbon
Port Authority of Setúbal and Sesimbra
Port Authority of Sines
Grupo Sousa
PTM Ibérica
Nogar
Horários do Funchal, SA
Aviapartner Group
Empark, Aparcamientos y Servicios,
European Mar
EISAP – European International Shipowners Association of Portugal
SAM – Sociedade de Automóveis da Madeira, Lda.
Transtejo, SA
CP – Caminhos de Ferro de Portugal
Thales
Transdev
Viaporto
AUSTAL
SOVIAL
IMV Holding BV
COMSA
Work highlights
- Advising European Mar on a number of ship registrations on the Madeira Shipping Register, and interpretation/application of Portuguese legislation and International Conventions.
- Advising Transtejo and the government on the new 10-year concession contract for the in-land maritime passenger and vehicle transport on the river Tagus.
- Advised a consortium comprised of Thales Portugal and CRRC Tangshan on a procedure to supply to Metro de Lisboa a Communications-Based Train Control signalling system and rolling stock of 14 new carriages.
Portugal > Capital markets Tier 3
Practice co-heads Alexandra Valente and William Smithson take the lead on debt and equity capital markets transactions at SRS Legal. Its client roster of multinational financial institutions and issuers from across a range of industries regularly turn to the team for assistance with listings, bond issues, securitisation transactions and regulatory matters. João Santos Carvalho is also active in the group, advising on structured finance, capital markets deals and financial regulations.Practice head(s):
William Smithson; Alexandra Valente
Other key lawyers:
João Santos Carvalho; Gabriela Rodrigues Martins
Testimonials
‘Enormous technical experience of the team led by Alexandra Valente.’
‘Alexandra Valente leads a top team with enormous proficiency. João Santos Carvalho is extremely competent.’
‘Personable, honest and upfront. Deeply knowledgeable across various markets and commercial and practical experience.’
‘Takes time to understand the business and the overall issues and gives targeted advice.’
Key clients
JP Morgan
Barclays Bank
Deutsche Bank
Rabobank plc
Sagres STC, SA
Carregosa, SGOIC
EDP
Work highlights
- Advising JP Morgan, as the initial purchasers, in relation to the refinancing of Empark made by a bond issuance.
- Advising Rabobank, as subscriber, on the amendment of a Bond issue by BA Glass Portugal to meet sustainability/environmental criteria to qualify as green bonds.
- Advising the Global Coordinators on the IPO of 7.5% of the Cahora Bassa hydro plant in Mozambique.
Portugal > Dispute resolution Tier 3
Covering both arbitration and litigation, SRS Legal stands out for its performance in commercial, construction and financial disputes. The practice is well positioned to assist Portuguese and international clients with a broad range of contentious matters, including those involving competition law and shareholder conflicts. The team is jointly led by highly regarded partners José Carlos Soares Machado and José Jácome. Commercial litigator Maria José Tavares is another name to note.Practice head(s):
José Carlos Soares Machado; José Jácome
Other key lawyers:
Maria José de Tavares; Carla Neves Matias; Natália Garcia Alves; Regina Santos Pereira; Pedro Pinto Melo
Testimonials
‘Very professional team, which represented us in a complex arbitration. They were very professional and had an enormous capacity to adapt to the problems.’
‘Carla Matias stands out for being truly extraordinary in terms of objectivity, technical and legal knowledge, organisational capacity and work under pressure.’
‘The SRS team has always demonstrated a high level of professionalism, competence, assertiveness, friendliness and availability throughout the entire process.’
‘I highlight Natália Garcia Alves and Pedro Pinto Melo’s excellent technical expertise and ease of understanding of legal requirements inherent to the process. They are people who create an environment of trust and empathy, which makes the work easier and much more effective.’
‘José Carlos Soares Machado and Maria José Tavares are outstanding and help us achieve successful results.’
‘José Carlos Soares Machado is an excellent lawyer with extensive experience in litigation and court relations.’
‘We have worked mostly with José Jacome. Nothing is ever seen as a problem and the ability to always find a solution amazes me.’
‘It is a very committed team, focused, pragmatic and with an easy relationship with the client. They are able to call on outside experts when necessary to improve the quality of the arguments. They manage to maintain a high work rate without losing their cool.’
Key clients
Metlife
Techedge
Arrow Global Limited
Macdonald Resorts
Copernicus
Hoya
Ageas
OGMA
Sumol+Compal
Blueotter
Repsol
Galp
AIG
Work highlights
- Assisting EGEO in a dispute related to the construction of a refinery with the purpose of regenerating used industrial oils.
- Acts on behalf of Imocais, which is the owner of a building where the Lisbon Eurostars Museum Hotel is located, in relation to a dispute with a construction company.
Portugal > Insolvency and restructuring Tier 3
SRS Legal‘s restructuring team brings together lawyers from the dispute resolution and finance departments with a wealth of experience in financial litigation. The team is regularly engaged by domestic and international clients in insolvency and restructuring matters, including refinancing and distressed transactions. José Carlos Soares Machado, who also heads the firm’s dispute resolution department, oversees the restructuring practice with José Jácome, who also focuses on litigation and arbitration proceedings. Natália Garcia Alves leads the credit recovery team.Practice head(s):
José Carlos Soares Machado; José Jácome
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘Even though the matter is of a certain scope, SRS Advogados manages to bring together at the “same table” several professionals, which allows the Client to have a multidimensional perspective on the matter to make much more informed decisions.’
‘José Jácome has the ability, during a conversation or meeting, to be able to give very well-supported answers or advice, which speeds up decision-making processes.’
Key clients
Bain Capital
Shinko Electric Industries, Co. ltd
Ibex Brokers
EDP Renewables
TOKIO MARINE KILN
Banco Carregosa
Work highlights
- Assisting Barloworld STET with its credit claim in the special revitalisation proceedings (PER) related to Construtora do Tâmega, (now named Tâmega Engineering).
- Assists Banco Carregosa in litigation proceedings, including preliminary injunctions, against participants in the fund Retail Properties – FIIF over the change of management of said fund.
Portugal > Planning law Tier 3
Alexandre Roque leads SRS Legal‘s planning practice, which regularly advises well-known domestic companies and public institutes on urban planning and land use matters. The team also advises on energy planning-related matters, namely large-scale photovoltaic power plants.Practice head(s):
Alexandre Roque
Other key lawyers:
José Luís Moreira da Silva
Testimonials
‘Alexandre Roque is very knowledgeable about the subjects he follows, very hardworking, very serious and dedicated, conveys enormous confidence in the opinions he issues and in the work carried out.’
‘We emphasize the quality and efficiency of the services provided, the deep theoretical and practical knowledge and the involvement and availability of lawyers in the client’s matters. The implemented innovation, virtual meetings and electronic billing, demonstrated the team’s ability to work, maintaining the provision of an excellent service.’
‘We highlight the team with whom we work, José Luís Moreira da Silva and Alexandre Roque, whose technical competence and availability and involvement in the processes deserves the greatest appreciation and trust.’
Key clients
Port of Lisbon
Sumol+Compal, S.A.
Repsol Portugal, S.A.
Ventinveste, S.A.
IHRU – Instituto de Habitação Urbana, I.P.
Regional Government of Madeira
GALP Energia, S.A.
KKR IMO, S.A.
Oceano Fresco, S.A.
VentientEnergy, S.A.
MTX Solar, Lda.
Finerge, S.A.
Gesto Energia, S.A.
Work highlights
- Advised Sumol + Compal on the construction of new logistic storage facilities in Almeirim, Portugal.
- Advised the Port of Lisbon on the Marina de Pedrouços Project.
- Advised various clients on the planning approval of large-scale photovoltaic power plants.
Portugal > Public law Tier 3
SRS Legal‘s public law team undertakes a range of work in core industry sectors, including ports, transport, energy, telecoms, life sciences, water and waste management. International and domestic clients operating in these sectors regularly turn to the practice for assistance with concessions, PPPs, public procurement and administrative proceedings. Besides benefitting from its presence in Lisbon, Porto and Funchal, clients also have access to the team’s international platform, SRS Global, in relation to cross-border projects. José Luís Moreira da Silva ‘stands out for his technical knowledge in terms of public law‘; he has a strong background in PPPs and in the public sector. Alexandre Roque advises on public procurement, regulatory matters and administrative disputes.Practice head(s):
José Luís Moreira da Silva; Alexandre Roque
Other key lawyers:
Raquel Sampaio; João Filipe Graça
Testimonials
‘The quality of the service is excellent and the capacity to respond to all types of legal questions is highlighted.’
‘José Luis Moreira da Silva’s availability is unsurpassed in solving the problems that are raised.’
‘Alexandre Roque stands out for his availability, clarity and focus, combined with knowledge and commitment to achieving the best possible result.’
‘In public contracting, I highlight the partner Alexandre Roque for his knowledge, availability and involvement in matters, allied to great common sense.’
‘I appreciate the knowledge and competence shown in responding to each request I made to them, as well as the quick response obtained in all situations.’
‘José Moreira da Silva stands out for his technical knowledge in terms of public law, high availability, knowledge of the business reality and articulation with clients, speed and quality of response appropriate to the needs of the business.’
‘Quality in the legal opinions and analyses carried out. Excellent support in all legal matters and matters for which support was requested. Trust and dedication.’
Key clients
APL – Port Authority of Lisbon
APSS – Port Authority of Setúbal and Sesimbra
Port Authority of Sines
GALP
NOS Group
ANI – Agência Nacional de Inovação
NEC
SUMOL + COMPAL, S.A.
REGIÃO AUTÓNOMA DA MADEIRA
SDT
IBERWIND
VENTINVEST
CITRI
AUSTAL
Be Water
NOGAR Iberia
SCML
OPORTO MUNICIPALITY
IHRU
OGMA
NOBRE
VIDROLOGIC
THALES PORTUGAL, SA
OMG
TRANSTEJO
SOFLUSA
NEX Continental
GMF Railway
FIDELIDADE
MARSH
INSTITUTO SUPERIOR TÉCNICO
WEGROW
PARPÚBLICA
EID
Work highlights
- Advising OGMA – a Brazilian aircraft builder – on its contract for the maintenance of the military airplanes F16 for the Portuguese government.
- Advising the Port of Setubal on a project for the modernisation of the port, including a major dredging.
- Assisted a consortium comprised in a restricted procedure launched in Portugal in the railway sector for the supply to Metro de Lisboa of a train control signalling system and rolling stock.
Portugal > Real estate and construction Tier 3
SRS Legal‘s multidisciplinary real estate department draws from the firm’s wider expertise to assist clients in a range of tax, investment, financing, litigation and urban planning matters. Neuza Pereira De Campos coordinates the real estate practice, which has a focus on international clients. The team also offers a hotel, leisure and tourism service to clients in response to the uptick in mandates related to these areas following the pandemic, as well as a Golden Visa service, following changes there too.Practice head(s):
Neuza Pereira de Campos; William Smithson
Other key lawyers:
José Pinto dos Santos
Testimonials
‘Solid team, deeply knowledgeable of the subjects and with high negotiation skills. Excellent organization of information for customer decision making.’
‘The partner Neuza Pereira de Campos stands out for her permanent availability, quick understanding of the goals to be achieved and ability to identify solutions. José Pinto dos Santos is absolutely methodical in explaining the information for decision.’
‘Trust, experience and professionalism across all areas, and the ability to provide a quick and integrated response to any topic.’
‘They are a good team, with special emphasis on Neuza Pereira de Campos.’
‘Neuza Pereira de Campos is very focused and efficient with a great ability to uncomplicate.’
Key clients
M7 Real Estate
DEREIF SICAV-FIS
ECS
Level Constelation
Grupo Amorim Luxury
Mindopportunity
sGOIC – BANCO CARREGOSA
Sgal
Grupo José Guilherme
Work highlights
- Advising M7 Real Estate on the acquisition of real estate, including retail parks, office buildings, warehouses and industrial parks.
- Assisting on the sale of hotels under construction.
Portugal > Tax Tier 3
SRS Legal‘s ‘highly skilled tax department‘ has in-depth knowledge of the Portugal and international tax environments, and provides legal support to private and public sector clients across a range of industries, with a particular focus on banking, real estate, TMT and energy. Recent areas of growth for the team include taxation applicable to cryptocurrency and other intangible assets, and tax litigation involving EU law issues. With a strong background in tax policy and international taxes, Mafalda Alves possesses ‘thorough knowledge of the practices of the tax authority in matters of VAT‘. Joana Tavares De Oliveira‘s notable areas of focus include tax litigation and consultancy matters, including complex M&A deals.Practice head(s):
Mafalda Alves
Other key lawyers:
Joana Tavares de Oliveira
Testimonials
‘Mafalda Alves and Joana Tavares de Oliveira are tireless lawyers in solving clients’ problems.’
‘SRS has a very highly skilled tax department. They show great understanding of the tax matters, always solution-oriented and trustworthy.’
‘Mafalda Alves is a very dedicated and knowledgeable lawyer. She demonstrates a high technical ability, experience and know-how in domestic and cross-border tax matters.’
‘Very practical and oriented towards quick decisions that companies need. Good know-how of the matters addressed; value for money; practical approach taking into account the needs of the client.’
‘Mafalda Alves – thorough knowledge of the practices of the Tax Authority in matters of VAT. Joana Tavares de Oliveira: excellent work developed and the defense presented to the tax authority was accepted.’
‘SRS ADVOGADOS acts in a professional manner like its peers, but stands out for the pleasant approach of its partners. Difficult matters are dealt with seriously but pleasantly.’
‘SRS stands out for its agility, availability, reliability and a deep knowledge of topics in the tax area. Instead of encountering difficulties, SRS and its professionals always find a solution.’
‘Mafalda Alves’s dedication to our company is impressive. She is always available. She goes deep into tax issues and demonstrates security and knowledge in the solutions she presents.’
Key clients
Parpública
MNK Partners
Banco Carregosa
Banco do Brasil
M7 Real Estate
OGMA
Novo Banco
ECS Capital
Core Capital
Galp Energia
Hotusa Hoteles
Mylan
Beka Finance
Danone Group
Metlife Europe
British Telecom Portugal
Sumol+Compal Marcas, S.A.
Securitas Direct Portugal, Unipessoal, Lda.
Respol – Resinas, S.A.
Work highlights
- Advising Parpública on the reprivatisation of Isabel dos Santos’ Efacec shareholding.
- Advised MNK Partners on the acquisition of the B&B Hotel in Lisbon.
- Representing Blackrock Asset Management Deutschland in a tax procedure regarding the application of EU Law over domestic tax law.
SRS Legal > Firm Profile
The firm: SRS Legal is a full-service, multi-practice law firm advising clients on all aspects of domestic, as well as international law. The firm’s lawyers are focused on their clients’ business and have gained knowledge and experience advising large national and international corporate groups, financial institutions, as well as local and national authorities.
SRS Legal is organised by specialist practice areas and sector groups. This dynamic structure allows the firm to combine a diverse range of legal experts within a group, all of whom have relevant sector knowledge and experience. Sector groups have an extensive understanding of areas in which clients operate and assist clients in fulfilling their objectives. The firm knows its clients’ business and regards itself as an active and dynamic part of it.
Through the creation of SRS Global (Angola, Brazil, Macau, Malta, Mozambique, Portugal and Singapore), as well as the creation of a strong network of international relationships with third parties, the firm aims to extend its experience, expertise and services globally so as to ensure that it can respond efficiently to complex issues with global implications.
Areas of practice: The firm provides support to its clients in relation to national and international issues, and offers an all-round service, working across numerous areas of the law. Areas of focus include arbitration and mediation, competition and European Union, corporate and commercial, dispute resolution, employment and social security, energy, environment, finance, immigration and Golden Visa, insurance and pensions, intellectual property, life sciences and healthcare, M&A, mining, private equity and venture capital, projects/public, real estate, start-ups, tax, telecommunications, media and technology, transport and shipping, wealth management and white-collar crime.
Main Contacts
Department | Name | Telephone | |
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Managing Partner | Pedro Rebelo de Sousa | geral.portugal@srslegal.pt | +351 21 313 2000 |
Lawyer Profiles
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![]() | Mafalda Alves | Partner of SRS’ Tax Department, Mafalda Alves has extensive experience in both… | View Profile |
![]() | Gonçalo Anastácio | Partner and Head of the Competition & EU Department and the Energy… | View Profile |
![]() | Catarina Anastácio | SRS’ Consultant with over 25 years of experience, Catarina is a specialist… | View Profile |
![]() | Paulo Bandeira | Partner in the Corporate, Commercial and M&A department, Paulo Bandeira has over… | View Profile |
![]() | Ana Luísa Beirão | Partner in the Employment & Social Security Department, Ana Luísa Beirão has… | View Profile |
![]() | Joana Brisson Lopes | Managing Associate at the Employment & Social Security Department of SRS, Joana… | View Profile |
![]() | Nuno Calaim Lourenço | Managing Associate of SRS’ Competition and EU Department, Nuno Calaim Lourenço has… | View Profile |
![]() | Mariana Caldeira de Sarávia | Partner in the Employment & Social Security Department, Mariana Caldeira de Sarávia… | View Profile |
![]() | José Carvalhosa | SRS Consultant with more than 30 years of experience, José Carvalhosa is… | View Profile |
![]() | Octávio Castelo Paulo | Partner and Head of the Corporate and M&A Department, Octávio Castelo Paulo… | View Profile |
![]() | Bernardo Castro Caldas | Managing Associate of SRS’ Litigation and Arbitration Department, Bernardo Castro Caldas has… | View Profile |
![]() | Tiago Coder Meira | Managing Associate of the Litigation Department at SRS, Tiago Coder Meira has… | View Profile |
![]() | Vasco Correia da Silva | Managing Associate of the Litigation Department at SRS, Vasco Correia da Silva… | View Profile |
![]() | Raquel Cuba Martins | Partner and Head of the Immigration & Golden Visa department, Raquel Cuba… | View Profile |
![]() | Maria Ana Cunha | Managing Associate of the Litigation Department at SRS, Maria Ana Cunha has… | View Profile |
![]() | Sara Estima Martins | Partner in the Competition and European Union department at SRS, Sara Estima… | View Profile |
![]() | Joana Farrajota | SRS’ Consultant with over 20 years of experience, Joana Farrajota is a… | View Profile |
![]() | Leonor Francisco | Managing Associate at the Employment & Social Security Department of SRS, Leonor… | View Profile |
![]() | Dulce Franco | SRS’ consultant with over 40 years of experience, Dulce Franco has in-depth… | View Profile |
![]() | Natália Garcia Alves | Partner of the Dispute Resolution Department and Coordinator Partner of the area… | View Profile |
![]() | Anabela Gonçalves Ferreira | SRS’ Consultant with over 25 years of experience, Anabela specialises in Corporate,… | View Profile |
![]() | José Jácome | Partner of the Dispute Resolution Department, José Jácome is highly regarded in… | View Profile |
![]() | Dora Joana | Managing Associate at the Employment & Social Security Department of SRS, Dora… | View Profile |
![]() | Françoise Le Quer | Head of the Francophone Desk at SRS, Françoise Le Quer has an extensive experience… | View Profile |
![]() | Manuel Lopes Porto | Consultant at SRS with over 45 years of experience, Manuel Lopes Porto… | View Profile |
![]() | Rita Lynce de Faria | Consultant at SRS with over 25 years of experience, Rita Lynce de… | View Profile |
![]() | Ana Menéres | Partner in the Life Sciences & Healthcare Department, Ana Menéres is a… | View Profile |
![]() | Maria Paula Milheirão | Partner in the Corporate & Finance Department, Maria Paula Milheirão has extensive… | View Profile |
![]() | Sara Milheiro Tavares | Managing Associate at the Employment & Social Security Department of SRS, Sara… | View Profile |
![]() | João Paulo Mioludo | Partner in charge of the Intellectual Property Department at SRS, João Paulo… | View Profile |
![]() | José Luís Moreira da Silva | Partner and Head of the Projects and Environment Departments, as well as… | View Profile |
![]() | Luís Neto Galvão | Partner in the Corporate and M&A Department and the TMT Department, Luís… | View Profile |
![]() | Carla Neves Matias | Partner in the Dispute Resolution Department, Carla Neves Matias has extensive experience… | View Profile |
![]() | Gustavo Ordonhas Oliveira | Partner in the Finance Department and Head of the Private Equity &… | View Profile |
![]() | Neuza Pereira de Campos | A Partner in SRS’ Real Estate Department, Neuza Pereira de Campos is… | View Profile |
![]() | Duarte Pirra Xarepe | Managing Associate in the Competition and EU Department of SRS, Duarte Pirra… | View Profile |
![]() | Nuno Miguel Prata | Partner in the Corporate, Commercial and M&A Department, Nuno advises major multinationals,… | View Profile |
![]() | Pedro Rebelo de Sousa | Pedro Rebelo de Sousa, Founding and Managing Partner of SRS, is considered… | View Profile |
![]() | Mafalda Rodrigues Branco | Managing Associate of the Litigation Department at SRS, Mafalda Rodrigues Branco has… | View Profile |
![]() | Gabriela Rodrigues Martins | SRS’ Consultant with 35 years of experience, Gabriela Rodrigues Martins has in-depth… | View Profile |
![]() | Alexandre Roque | Partner in the Projects and Environment Departments, Alexandre Roque has extensive experience… | View Profile |
![]() | Paula Rosado Pereira | A Consultant at SRS with over 30 years of experience, Paula Rosado… | View Profile |
![]() | César Sá Esteves | Partner and Head of the Employment & Social Security Department, César Sá… | View Profile |
![]() | Raquel Sampaio | Consultant in the Public Law Department at SRS Legal, Raquel Sampaio has… | View Profile |
![]() | João Santos Carvalho | Partner in SRS’ Corporate & Finance Department, João Santos Carvalho has extensive… | View Profile |
![]() | Regina Santos Pereira | Partner in the Dispute Resolution Department, Regina Santos Pereira is an expert… | View Profile |
![]() | William Smithson | Partner and Head of the Finance Department, William Smithson is highly regarded… | View Profile |
![]() | José Carlos Soares Machado | Partner and Head of the Dispute Resolution Department, José Carlos Soares Machado… | View Profile |
![]() | Maria José Tavares | Partner in the Dispute Resolution Department, Maria José de Tavares has extensive… | View Profile |
![]() | Rogério Tavares | Consultant at SRS with over 35 years of experience, Rogério Tavares has… | View Profile |
![]() | Luz Torrico Peña | Consultant at SRS with 30 years’ experience, she is responsible for the… | View Profile |
![]() | Alexandra Valente | Partner in the Finance Department, Alexandra Valente has advised Portuguese and international… | View Profile |
![]() | Cláudia Varela | Partner of Employment & Social Security department at SRS, Cláudia Varela, provides… | View Profile |
![]() | Manuel de Almeida Ribeiro | Consultant at SRS with over 40 years of experience, Manuel de Almeida… | View Profile |
![]() | Maria de Lancastre Valente | Partner in the Firm’s Employment & Social Security Department, Maria de Lancastre… | View Profile |
Staff Figures
Number of partners : 30 Number of assistants : 150Languages
English French German Italian Mandarin Portuguese SpanishMemberships
EELA ELA IBA IFA IPBA NYSBA UIAOther
Contact : Pedro Rebelo de Sousa Other offices : Portugal (Lisbon, Madeira, Oporto) Other offices : Angola Other offices : Brazil Other offices : Macau Other offices : Malta Other offices : Mozambique Other offices : SingaporeSRS Legal > Firm Profile
The firm: SRS Legal is a full-service, multi-practice law firm advising clients on all aspects of domestic, as well as international law. The firm’s lawyers are focused on their clients’ business and have gained knowledge and experience advising large national and international corporate groups, financial institutions, as well as local and national authorities.
SRS Legal is organised by specialist practice areas and sector groups. This dynamic structure allows the firm to combine a diverse range of legal experts within a group, all of whom have relevant sector knowledge and experience. Sector groups have an extensive understanding of areas in which clients operate and assist clients in fulfilling their objectives. The firm knows its clients’ business and regards itself as an active and dynamic part of it.
Through the creation of SRS Global (Angola, Brazil, Macau, Malta, Mozambique, Portugal and Singapore), as well as the creation of a strong network of international relationships with third parties, the firm aims to extend its experience, expertise and services globally so as to ensure that it can respond efficiently to complex issues with global implications.
Areas of practice: The firm provides support to its clients in relation to national and international issues, and offers an all-round service, working across numerous areas of the law. Areas of focus include arbitration and mediation, competition and European Union, corporate and commercial, dispute resolution, employment and social security, energy, environment, finance, immigration and Golden Visa, insurance and pensions, intellectual property, life sciences and healthcare, M&A, mining, private equity and venture capital, projects/public, real estate, start-ups, tax, telecommunications, media and technology, transport and shipping, wealth management and white-collar crime.
Main Contacts
Department | Name | Telephone | |
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Managing Partner | Pedro Rebelo de Sousa | geral.portugal@srslegal.pt | +351 21 313 2000 |
Staff Figures
Number of partners : 30 Number of assistants : 150Languages
English French German Italian Mandarin Portuguese SpanishMemberships
EELA ELA IBA IFA IPBA NYSBA UIAOther
Contact : Pedro Rebelo de Sousa Other offices : Portugal (Lisbon, Madeira, Oporto) Other offices : Angola Other offices : Brazil Other offices : Macau Other offices : Malta Other offices : Mozambique Other offices : Singapore- Employment
- EU and competition