The ‘reliable and responsive’ real estate team at PLMJ is adept at handling significant real estate transactions and construction matters, with a particular emphasis on asset and real estate portfolio deals for large Portuguese and international investors. Led by Francisco Lino Dias, the team advises on a wide array of matters across the residential, commercial and tourism segments. Dias assists developers and investors with land acquisitions, lease negotiations, and contract structuring. Sérgio Teixeira is commended for his work with major hotel chains and retailers. Following the recent integration of RRP Advogados and boutique Sofia Galvao Advogados, Ricardo Reigada Pereira, a name to note for major real estate investors and developers alike, and Sofia Galvão, an authority in urban planning, joined the firm in July 2024. Sofia Gomes da Costa is no longer at the firm. Former co-head Teresa Madeira Afonso left the firm in June 2025.
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Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
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
Francisco Lino Dias
Other key lawyers
Sofia Galvão; Ricardo Reigada Pereira; Abel Barbosa de Mendonça; Sérgio Teixeira; Hélder Santos Correia; Tamara Martins da Fonseca
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