PLMJ is a trusted adviser to national and foreign governments, public authorities and leading global businesses, and is renowned for its ‘outstanding’ know-how in complex dispute resolution. Practice leadership is shared by Joaquim Shearman de Macedo, who is widely experienced in litigation and domestic and international arbitration, including shareholder, construction and insurance disputes, and Rita Samoreno Gomes, noted for her ’profound legal expertise’ in banking and finance litigation and antitrust class actions. Nuno Líbano Monteiro has a wealth of experience in corporate restructuring and insolvency disputes, while Carla Góis Coelho is recognised for her ‘strategic’ litigation advice.

Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

‘PLMJ distinguishes itself in the Portuguese legal market through exceptional service delivery, deep expertise, and outstanding organisational capabilities. PLMJ's ability to secure positive outcomes in challenging cases, coupled with their efficient case management, makes them a standout choice in the legal market.’
‘The team is composed of highly specialised technicians. Their know-how is certainly outstanding. Beyond their considerable technical competence, I would also highlight their complete availability and strong focus on the client.’
‘A super team of litigators. Excellent in the law. Very highly regarded in the market and rightly so. Understand the clients' strategy and execute it well.’
‘PLMJ distinguishes itself through a combination of technical excellence, strategic vision, and close client relationships. The firm provides a highly rigorous legal service, characterised by speed, efficiency, and responsiveness, ensured by a multidisciplinary and highly specialised team.’
‘Rita Samoreno Gomes distinguishes herself through her hands-on leadership approach and profound legal expertise, effectively organising her team while demonstrating exceptional legal intuition.'
'Mariana Nunes Martins excels through her remarkable organisational skills, attention to detail and legal expertise. Both professionals embody PLMJ's commitment to excellence, combining technical proficiency with strong practical skills.’

Key clients

Altice
Mastercard
Danone
Volvo Trucks and Renault Trucks
Volkswagen Group/Seat Group
IKEA Group
Ryanair
Blackrock
ComCast Group (Universal Studios, NBC and DreamWorks)
Bank of America
Philip Morris
Sony/Playstation

Work highlights

Representing international investment funds, including Attestor Capital and PIMCO/Blackrock Group, in a dispute with Banco de Portugal following the retransfer of five series of senior bonds from the Portuguese bank Novo Banco to the liquidated and currently in liquidation Banco Espírito Santo.

Assisting TikTok in two privacy class actions brought by Ius Omnibus, a Portuguese consumer association.

Assisting Ryanair DAC in a class action brought by Citizens' Voice, a Portuguese consumer association.

Lawyers

Hall of Fame

The lawyers at the very top of the profession, widely known and respected by peers and clients for their longstanding involvement in market-leading work.