PLMJ is recognised for its ‘excellent’ service across the full spectrum of employment matters, including litigation, collective labour relations, restructurings and collective dismissal matters. The ’competent’ and ‘dedicated’ team’s client base includes key players from the TMT, banking, media and aviation sectors, among others. Tiago Cortes, who focuses on employment benefits, disputes and corporate restructurings, leads the ’reliable’ practice alongside Nuno Ferreira Morgado, whose expertise covers high-impact restructurings, M&A and privatisations. Mariana Paiva is noted for her experience in judicial matters, while José Pedro Anacoreta specialises in human resources process management.

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Testimonials

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‘The quality of service provided was excellent. What set PLMJ apart from other firms was undoubtedly the team. Their labour law knowledge was above market standards, considering the specific issues our company faced this year. Furthermore, the team maintained close collaboration with the company and a very flexible and assertive communication style.’
‘PLMJ's team is not only professional, but reliable and always strives to ensure they meet the client's needs.’
‘At PMLJ, excellence is paramount. Partners and associates are extremely professional and competent. Completely dedicated to the client, they are able to define the best strategies to resolve labour law issues.’
‘The firm distinguishes itself through a combination of technical rigour and close client relationships. The team demonstrates a high capacity for responsiveness, consistently meeting deadlines and delivering practical solutions in clear and accessible language. This approach facilitates decision-making and instils confidence throughout the entire process.'
‘What sets this firm apart is its expertise in collective bargaining practices, which is critical for our company. They consistently deliver outstanding and high-quality work. Their opinions are always unbiased, highlighting the real risks involved, allowing us to make the best decisions regarding labour disputes. We are also very satisfied with this genuine partnership in judicial matters.’
‘PLMJ distinguishes itself through a combination of high technical rigour, deep market knowledge, and a practical, solution-oriented approach. The team is characterised by its constant availability, strong internal collaboration capabilities, and the integration of different legal specialisations, ensuring a complete and coordinated response even on the most complex issues.’

Key clients

Baxter Portugal
Nokia
Caixa Geral de Depósitos
Sage
BASF
Bytedance/TikTok
Schenelleke
Cimpor
Statkraft
Ryanair

Work highlights

Advised Microsoft's Portuguese subsidiary on the implementation of the restructuring of its secure annotation teams in Portugal, which resulted in the collective dismissal of many employees.

Assisted TikTok with preparatory work related to the setting up of its subsidiary in Portugal that will develop its operations locally, with a planned market entry in 2025.

Advised Nokia's Portuguese subsidiary on the implementation of the restructuring in Portugal.

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