Clients rely on the ‘trustworthy’ employment and social security team at SRS Legal for assistance with collective bargaining, corporate restructurings, outsourcing/insourcing, social security and labour litigation. The group also provides international advice on relocations to Portugal, M&A and new forms of work. The ’extremely knowledgeable’ Mariana Caldeira Sarávia, whose expertise covers restructurings, collective bargaining, HR due diligence and consultancy matters, co-leads the practice with Ana Luísa Beirão, praised for her competence in contentious issues, including judicial litigation and disciplinary proceedings. César Sá Esteves leverages his ‘deep understanding of the Portuguese labour market’ to advise financial institutions, insurers and aviation clients on the full range of employment matters. Sara Milheiro Tavares is another name to note for employment litigation.
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Testimonials
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- ‘SRS Legal's labour team stands out for its unquestionable technical expertise in various areas of labor law, from A to Z. Their legal counsel is client-oriented, focused on obtaining the best solution. They are an extremely trustworthy legal partner; we couldn't be in better hands.’
- ‘What stands out most about this firm is how it manages to combine professionalism with genuine client closeness. It's not just a legal service, but very close support, always available and attentive to our needs. The quality comes from the attention to detail, the speed of response, and the confidence the team inspires. In addition to deep legal knowledge, they stand out for their availability, the practical way they present alternatives, and the clarity of their communication.’
- ‘We have worked with SRS for several years now, and they have a very good grasp of our entity's organisational and employment structure. They have always given us very good legal advice, complying rigorously with local labour law, ensuring that the entity does not face any legal or reputational risks.’
- ‘Partner Mariana Caldeira de Sarávia is a pleasure to work with. She is extremely knowledgeable about labour law and we fully trust her advice. She provides strategic guidance and recently supported us through a difficult collective redundancy process. She and Marta Costa Belo very ably dealt with the administrative aspects from quick preparation of paperwork, contacts with the inspection authorities and leading negotiations with the affected staff's lawyer.'
- ‘Besides the unquestionable solidity of his technical and legal knowledge, César Sá Esteves has a deep understanding of the Portuguese labour market. Affable, confident, and professional, he is a partner of reference and immense trust. He is notably available for client contact.'
- 'Ana Luísa Beirão is extremely competent and astute in her client advice. Leonor Francisco's undeniable technical competence and confidence in discussing any matter make her a lawyer of reference and trust.’
Key clients
- Administração do Porto Setúbal
- APL - Administração do Porto de Lisboa
- APS - Administração dos Portos de Sines e do Algarve
- Atlante Iberia
- AXA Group Operations
- Banco do Brasil
- Barraqueiro Group
- Banco Primus
- Bank of China
- B.Braun Avitum
- BENTELER
- Beyond Pricing
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.
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Ana Luisa Beirão
Mariana Caldeira Sarávia
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Mariana Caldeira Sarávia; Ana Luísa Beirão
Other key lawyers
César Sá Esteves; Marta Costa Belo; Leonor Francisco; Sara Milheiro Tavares