SRS Legal advises public authorities, multinational corporations, and investment funds on a broad spectrum of urban planning and development matters. The practice is led by Alexandre Roque, who has significant experience in urban planning, procurement, and design tenders, as well as in regulatory and administrative disputes. José Luís Moreira da Silva is recognised for his involvement in major infrastructure and environmental projects, particularly within the energy sector.
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Testimonials
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- The team’s close relationship with the client and seamless integration with internal teams stand out, functioning as a natural extension of the legal department. The team demonstrates a strong understanding of the company’s specific challenges. The quality of service is reflected in the speed of response and the technical precision of their advice. Their collaborative approach, based on clear and solution-oriented communication, helps to build lasting relationships of trust.’
- ‘Partner Alexandre Roque stands out for his combination of technical rigour, strategic vision, and clear, accessible communication. His work is defined by a practical, solutions-driven approach, even in particularly complex legal contexts. He is exceptionally available and efficient, always providing quick and reliable support.'
- 'Alexandre Roque has shown a remarkable ability to coordinate across different areas of law, making him particularly versatile and well-rounded in the assistance he provides. What distinguishes him from his peers is his constant availability and speed in delivering responses. His collaborative attitude and absolute respect for client deadlines and expectations make him a trusted partner and a true extension of the internal team.
- 'Alexandre Roque is a clear example of the quality and consistency that characterise SRS Advogados.’
- ‘SRS Legal has proven to be an excellent legal partner, including in the area of urban planning and land management, where it combines deep technical knowledge with a highly pragmatic approach. Its work is distinguished by the ability to propose legally sound yet operationally and commercially viable solutions.
Key clients
- GALP Energia
- Gesto Energia
- IHRU (Institute for Housing and Urban Renewal)
- Lisbon Port Authority (APL)
- Oceano Fresco
- Quinta dos Oitavos
- Regional Government of Madeira
- Repsol Portugal
- Sumol+Compal
- Municipality of Porto
- Puro Mar – Unipessoal, Lda.
- Nadara Limited (former Ventient)
Work highlights
Advising the Portuguese Institute for Housing and Urban Renewal, I.P. (IHRU) within the launch of design tenders, under the framework of the RRP (Recovery and Resilience Plan), for the construction of 5,210 apartments in Setúbal, Portugal, for subsequent affordable rental to target groups.
Advising Fundiestamo-Sociedade Gestora de Organismos de Investimento Coletivo, S.A. on the construction/rehabilitation of a set of buildings that are part of the former GNR barracks, located on a plot of land with an area of 13,381.55 m2, in the centre of Lisbon, with the demolition of some of the buildings of the old barracks for the construction of new buildings.
Advising Volkswagen Autoeuropa, Lda. on all urban planning operations and proceedings with the Municipality of Palmela, regarding every building (industrial and commercial) as well as in the revision process of Palmela’s Municipal Master Plan, and the respective public consultation, assisting in the drafting of Volkswagen Autoeuropa’s participation.
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Practice head
Alexandre Roque
Other key lawyers
José Luís Moreira da Silva