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CORPORATE AND M&A DIVISION

MGRA SP RL

Lisboa, Portugal

+351 213595090

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Team Services

The Corporate and M&A division provides legal advice on all types of domestic and international operations and transactions, as well as legal representation of companies, their owners, governing bodies and stakeholders.

Our experienced multidisciplinary team of lawyers with a sound technical knowledge of a wide variety of sectors and industries focus its practice mainly on incorporation process, corporate reorganization and restructuring operations, mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures and partnerships, commercial contracts and private investment.

Our division also provides advice on corporate governance and regulatory compliance, through the implementation and monitoring of all regulatory and legal compliance matters, pari passu with legislative developments and the best practices in this sector.

Awards and Recognition

Law Firm of the Year in Portugal by Corporate INTL

Whitepapers and Articles

Establishing a Business Entity in Portugal

Portugal, a vibrant country located on the sunny coast of Europe, is known for its rich history, diverse culture, and robust economy. As a member of the European Union and the Schengen area, it offers a business-friendly environment, modern infrastructures, and uses the Euro as its currency. The country’s major cities, Lisbon and Porto, are bustling hubs of commerce and innovation.

The most common business entities in Portugal are the public limited liability company (PLC) and the private limited liability company (LTD). These entities are governed by the Companies Code and other legal frameworks. Establishing a business in Portugal involves obtaining a taxpayer number, depositing capital stock, and registering with the Commercial Registry Office. The process can be completed in one day under the “Simplex Program”, making Portugal an attractive platform for investment in Europe and Portuguese-speaking countries.

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