With ‘demonstrated expertise’ in data protection, privacy and cybersecurity, Cuatrecasas offers ’pragmatic and effective’ solutions to leading Portuguese and international clients on digital transformation projects, data protection audits, data transfers and regulatory compliance. Lavínia Pinto Marques and Catarina Castanheira Lopes are other key practitioners in the group, who regularly assist with compliance programme implementation, DPO services and contentious matters. Former practice head Joana Mota Agostinho left the firm in October 2026.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Catarina Castanheira Lopes is an excellent lawyer, very reliable and always available. The close relationship she creates with clients helps to solidify trust, making her a partner and a reference in any team.’
- ‘The privacy and data protection team at Cuatrecasas is a robust team with considerable expertise. Furthermore, they possess highly refined soft skills and maintain close contact with clients, which facilitates and speeds up the entire process.’
- 'The work produced is perfectly adapted to the specific reality of each client, ensuring that its solutions are not only theoretically correct but also commercially viable and effective.’
- 'The firm demonstrates a clear awareness that its services are critical to the success of its clients' organisations, and this perspective defines its approach. The team's vast experience allows it to translate legal complexities into clear and actionable recommendations.'
- ‘Sofia Lopes Agostinho stands out for her competence, availability, and friendliness.’
- ‘Cuatrecasas distinguishes itself through a unique combination of technical excellence and a deep understanding of its clients' business sectors. More than just legal advisers, the privacy team positions itself as a strategic partner, focused on offering pragmatic and effective solutions that directly address business challenges. Its main differentiator lies in the quality and dedication of its multidisciplinary team.'
Key clients
- Floene
- Toyota Financial Services
- Plenergy
- SERLIMA
- Grupo Manuel Champalimaud
- Hikma
- Correos Express
- Novo Nordisk
- CUF
- BMW Portugal
- Volkswagen Autoeuropa
- Galp
Work highlights
Advised Galp on an audit of the Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV) systems installed across all establishments belonging to the group in Portugal.
Advising Hope Care throughout the development and deployment of its telemonitoring platform and mobile application.
Advising Haitong on the legal analysis of the transfer of personal data to third countries or international organisations.
Other key lawyers
Lavínia Pinto Marques; Catarina Castanheira Lopes; Sofia Lopes Agostinho