
Domestic and multinational companies from an array of sectors, including tech, energy, life sciences, industrials and retail, frequently turn to DLA Piper ABBC for advice on GDPR compliance and data privacy-related commercial and litigation matters. The group is led by João Costa Quinta, a commercial contracts and privacy law specialist. Margarida Leitão Nogueira, who is especially active in the life sciences, consumer goods and tech sectors, is another name to note for privacy and cybersecurity mandates. Daniel Reis left the firm in February 2026.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Key clients
- EDP
- NielsenIQ
- Marktest
- Multipessoal
- PPG Dyrup
- Metro Markets
- Yamaha
- Michael Page
- iMM
- Randstad
- Ibersol
Work highlights
Advising EDPR on data protection matters worldwide.
Advising NielsonIQ on a regular basis.
Advising Ibersol on a regular basis.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Practice head
João Costa Quinta
Other key lawyers
Margarida Leitão Nogueira; Vanessa Patrocínio
