Combining strong local and international expertise, the employment team at CMS‘ has a solid reputation in handling restructurings, trade union negotiations, and collective dismissal procedures. It also excels in negotiating collective agreements, employment contracts, and TUPE proceedings. The practice is spearheaded by a trio of experts: Susana Afonso, who remains a go-to for complex restructuring work; Sofia Mateus, who manages the litigation side of the practice with a particular focus on disciplinary matters, social security disputes, and labour misdemeanour cases; João Paulo Gomes, who leads the Madeira office and offers expert labour counsel to clients in the hospitality, construction, and transport sectors, both locally and internationally.
Employment in Portugal
CMS
Praxisleiter:
Susana Afonso; Sofia Mateus; João Paulo Gomes
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Margarida Rosenbusch, Catarina Gil Jorge, Mafalda Alves da Silva, Sara Chiappe Nolasco, Miguel Almeida e Costa, Tiago de Magalhães, Válter Diogo Dias
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‘I essentially work with Sofia Costa Lobo – her technical knowledge, as well as her total availability, kindness and ability to adapt are distinctive.’
‘Potential clients would be interested to know that the team is composed of highly skilled professionals with extensive experience in various legal domains.’
‘The team has a proven track record in handling complex legal matters across multiple industries. They also have a strong focus on understanding and addressing the specific needs of each client.’
Kernmandanten
Glovo
Stuart Group
H&M
Madmantech Madeira
Millenniumbcp
Banco Santander
Altice Group
ABANCA Corporación
Portway Handling Portugal
ANA – Aeroportos de Portugal
Mercedes-Benz Financial Services Portugal
L’Oréal
SAM – Sociedade de Automóveis da Madeira
Rodoeste Transportadora Rodoviária da Madeira, Lda
Delta Cafés (Nabeiro Group)
Goodyear
Amgen Capabilities Center (ACCP) Portugal
VINCI Energies
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- Advising Glovo following the entry into force of Law No. 13/2023 in May 2023, which brought changes to the presumption of an employment contract in the context of digital platforms.
- Advising Millenniumbcp on the ongoing labour litigation in the context of challenging the collective redundancy, in disciplinary processes, as well as day-to-day work.
- Advising Banco Santander on labour litigation in the context of a challenge to a collective redundancy process, as well as day-to-day work.
DLA Piper ABBC
Well-regarded for its ability to marry ‘excellent technical knowledge’ with a ‘client-oriented’ approach, the employment group at DLA Piper ABBC covers both transactional employment matters and standalone advisory services. Esteemed as trusted advisers to blue-chip international companies, the team excels in managing complex issues such as collective bargaining agreements, redundancies, employee transfers, and business reorganisations. Benjamim Mendes focuses on individual and mass dismissal procedures, collective bargaining agreements, lay-off procedures and contentious employment matters. Catarina Santos Ferreira is lauded as an ‘extremely professional’ individual who possesses ‘remarkable know-how.’ João Guedes advises on the labour law implications of M&A deals, and Sara Leitão regularly assists companies with day-to-day advice.
Praxisleiter:
Benjamim Mendes
Weitere Kernanwälte:
João Guedes; Catarina Santos Ferreira; Sara Leitão
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‘The DLA team is exceptional, with different treatment from others I have had the opportunity to work with. The team has demonstrated and continues to demonstrate an enormous level of technical competence and is extremely versatile and available. All commitments undertaken are delivered excellently and on time.’
‘I have to highlight Catarina Santos Ferreira. She is extremely professional and has remarkable know-how combined with an ability to understand the business and needs that are not easy to find.’
‘Excellent technical knowledge, client-oriented. We always find the best solutions with the lowest risk for the customer.’
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Morais Leitão, Galvão Teles, Soares da Silva & Associados
Praised for its ability to combine ‘practical experience’ with ‘technical excellence’, Morais Leitão, Galvão Teles, Soares da Silva & Associados‘ employment group offers comprehensive support across a broad spectrum of employment matters, including collective dismissals, disciplinary actions, business transfers, union negotiations, and employment-related due diligence. The practice is jointly steered by Luís Miguel Monteiro and Pedro Pardal Goulão. Monteiro stands out for his expertise in labour and social security litigation, while Goulão is a key port of call for domestic and international clients, offering expertise in sports-related matters and social security issues. Helena Tapp Barroso stands out for her experience in labour and social security litigation, and Isabel Valente Dias earns praise for her 'technical excellence and academic rigour’.
Praxisleiter:
Luís Miguel Monteiro; Pedro Pardal Goulão
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Helena Tapp Barroso; Paula Ponces Camanho; José Amorim Magalhães; Isabel Valente Dias; Rita Ferreira Lopes; Filipa Godinho Duarte; João Diogo Duarte
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‘It is a firm in which the client can trust the technical capacity of its lawyers, from partners to juniors, in monitoring issues. Lawyers and other technicians are endowed with technical and personal qualities seeking to respond to the client’s interests.’
‘This law firm stands out for its combination of technical excellence, personalised service and innovation. The quality of the service provided is evidenced by its strong focus on the needs of its clients, always seeking strategic and tailored solutions, regardless of the complexity of the case.’
‘The team is made up of highly qualified professionals who are specialised in various areas of law, which allows the firm to offer a full range of legal services with an integrated and multidisciplinary approach.’
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PLMJ
PLMJ draws considerable praise from clients, who turn to the team for its ‘excellent knowledge’ and ‘constant concern with innovation and training’. The practice remains a favoured choice for clients navigating collective dismissals, employee transfers, litigation, and contract termination matters. Co-head Tiago Cortes‘s practice covers everything from individual employment disputes to corporate restructuring on an international scale. Fellow co-head Nuno Ferreira Morgado is noted for his focus on employment law and social security matters. Key contact José Pedro Anacoreta specialises in human resources process management, while both Vitor Madeiras Rodrigues and Mariana Paiva are highly regarded for their expertise across a broad spectrum of employment matters.
Praxisleiter:
Tiago Cortes; Nuno Ferreira Morgado
Weitere Kernanwälte:
José Pedro Anacoreta, Nuno Guedes Vaz, Mariana Paiva, Vítor Madeiras Rodrigues, Marco Ramalheiro
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‘Excellent knowledge of all the areas that we used to plan the trial, as well as a deep analysis of all the details that we had to use for our defence.’
‘José Pedro Anacoreta was intensely involved in our trial, analysing and studying every detail that could be used in our defence.’
‘Their constant concern with innovation and training, both their own and that of their clients and peers, is also, in my opinion, a differentiating criterion.’
Kernmandanten
Accenture Portugal
Nokia
Caixa Geral de Depósitos
Sage
BASF
FreeNow
Schenelleke
Cimpor
Herbalife
Ryanair
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- Assisted MEO group with the negotiation and amendment of the health plan applicable to 30,000 beneficiaries.
- Advising Nokia on a staff reduction that covered almost 10% of the total workforce in Portugal.
- Advising Glovo on more than 550 legal actions brought by the Labour Authorities in order to recognise employment agreements of couriers.
SRS Legal
Well-regarded for its ‘extensive knowledge’ and ‘technical robustness’, the employment team at SRS Legal is frequently engaged by international and domestic companies across the banking, insurance, and aviation industries, among other sectors. Leading the practice is a team of three distinguished professionals: managing partner César Sá Esteves, who has extensive experience advising financial institutions on the full scope of employment law matters; Mariana Caldeira Sarávia, who specialises in guiding financial services, food and beverage, and retail clients through redundancy and disciplinary processes; and Ana Luísa Beirão, who excels in administrative proceedings and disciplinary cases.
Praxisleiter:
César Sá Esteves; Mariana Caldeira Sarávia; Ana Luísa Beirão
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Cláudia Varela, Leonor Francisco
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‘Added to the excellence of the service provided is the enormous expertise and competence of its team of lawyers, especially the labour law department.’
‘I highlight Ana Luisa Beirão, whose high skills as a top litigator, combined with her personal qualities, intelligence, common sense and ability to respond, technically and promptly, make her, without a doubt, a top professional and a reference in the field. sector.’
‘SRS is a firm with technical robustness. Great proximity and speed in responding to questions.’
Kernmandanten
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
BENTELER
Beyond Pricing
Bergé Group
Biscuit International Group / Dan Cake
Bizay
Caixa Económica Montepio Geral
Caixa Geral de Depósitos
Centromarca
Cerealto Sintra Foods
Chrysea Labs
Cerner
Colgate-Palmolive
Consuldyalis
Core Angels
CTT
Cyber Sepio
Danone
EFG Bank
Eleos Life
Empowered Startup
Ernst & Young
Essilor
Form3
GamaLife – Companhia de Seguros de Vida
GMF Railway Maintenance Services
Go Parity
Graphenest
Guerbet
Haitong Bank
Hotusa Group (Eurostars Hotels Company)
Intersectventures
Looselabel
Loka In.
Madden Europe
Majorel Portugal / Teleperformance
Mediaaadvantage (Ebiquity Group)
Mykor/Biofab
NBC Universal News WorldWide
Neolar
Megasa
NAV
Novo Banco
Oceano Fresco
OGMA / Embraer Group
Ophiomics
OPM – Operações Portuárias
PharmaKern (Kern Group)
Principle Power
RUBIS ENERGIA
SACYR-Somague
Secil – Companhia Geral de Cal e Cimento
Securitas Direct
Selina
Servier
SIBS
Sitverba
Skillaugment
Socosmet – Sociedade de Cosmética
Starstone Insurance
STET
Sumol + Compal
TAP Air Portugal
TECH MAHINDRA
Teladoc Health
TM.E – Termomeccanica Ecologia – Sucursal em Portugal
Travelport
TUI Portugal
United Lisbon International School (Dukes Education Group)
Usercentrics
Virbac
Viatris
Volkswagen Autoeuropa
Wiseapproach
Wright Medical Group
YCBM – Youcanbookme
ZUMUB
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- Advised on the HR aspects related to the integration of Liberty business and employees in Generali, following Generali’s acquisition of Liberty in Portugal.
- Advised Majorel through all stages of the collective redundancy process following its integration into the Teleperformance Group.
- Advised Grupo CTT on a project to revise and harmonise benefits across different group companies and to implement a new flexible remuneration plan.
Abreu Advogados
The ‘coherent and dedicated’ team at Abreu Advogados expertly manages both contentious and non-contentious employment issues, offering strategic guidance to clients across a range of sectors, including healthcare, pharmaceuticals, automotive, retail, and TMT. Carmo Sousa Machado continues to play a pivotal role in some of the largest multinational group restructuring deals in Portugal. She leads the team alongside Patrícia Perestrelo, who specialises in matters related to corporate restructuring operations involving labour issues. Sofia Silva e Sousa focuses on regulatory matters, offering strategic human resources advice to both national and multinational corporations.
Praxisleiter:
Carmo Sousa Machado; Patrícia Perestrelo
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Diogo Orvalho; Sofia Silva e Sousa; Cláudia Ribeiro da Silva
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‘Team with great technical knowledge and diversity. Great availability and collaboration.’
‘Coherent and dedicated team, knowledgeable, and knowing when to add colleagues with different expertise. Clear billing.’
‘Multidisciplinary team, with rapid action and guaranteed competence and added value.’
Kernmandanten
Aernnova
Ai9.PT
Allianceprov Portugal SGPS, S.A.
Alstom Portugal
Astellas Pharma Group
Auchan Retail Portugal, S.A.
Axa S.A.
Axa Assistance Serviços Portugal, S.A.
BC Group
BIOGEN Portugal, Sociedade Farmacêutica Unipessoal, Lda.
Boiron
Canon Medical Systems
Cascais Próxima – Gestão de Mobilidade, Espaços Urbanos e Energias, E.M. – S.A.
Catana Group
Colt Technology Services
Cordis Portugal, Unipessoal, Lda.
Corinthia Hotels
CTT – Correios De Portugal
De Heus
Dura Automotive
Edugep – Concepção, Desenvolvimento e Gestão de Projectos de Natureza Educacional, Social e Cultural Lda;
Expeditors International of Washington, Inc.
GLOBALVIA
Groupe SEB Ibérica
Hidden Hearing Portugal
Iberdrola Group
Ing Bank N.V. Sucursal Em Portugal
Inter Partner Assistance, S.A.
IKEA Group
Isdin Portugal
JJW Hotels & Resorts Group
José Luís Ferreira Barroso
Laboratoires Arkopharma
Lusíadas Group
Microsoft
Newrest International Group
OGMA – INDÚSTRIA AERONÁUTICA DE PORTUGAL, S.A.
IPAV – INSTITUTO PADRE ANTÓNIO VIEIRA
Dura Automotive
Nuno José Barbosa Veloso Gregório
Oxy Capital
Randstad
Restflight
RSA – Gestão e Investimentos, Lda.
Samvardhana Motherson Peguform Automotive Portugal
Sindicato Nacional Do Pessoal De Voo Da Aviação Civil – SNPVAC
Sidul Açúcares, Unipessoal, Lda
Sóteis – Sociedade Internacional de Turismo
Sporting Clube De Portugal/Sporting Clube De Portugal Futebol SAD
Staples
Synlab
Tata Consulting Services
TESLA
Testo Portugal, Unipessoal Lda;
Tomtom Sales B.V.
Transcom
Uniplaces
Vinted
Zadig & Voltaire
ZoidDeEstugarda (Zoi)
5ca
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- Assisted Transcom with its acquisition of timeframe.
- Assisting SINDICATO NACIONAL DO PESSOAL DE VOO DA AVIAÇÃO CIVIL – SNPVAC in the negotiating of the revision of the Collective Labour Agreements (“CLAs”) signed between SNPVAC and several Portuguese airlines companies.
- Assisting Colt Technology Services with contractual matters, remote onboarding procedures, as well as flexible working options.
CS’Associados
The very ‘efficient and professional’ employment team at CS’Associados is well-versed in contract terminations, workplace matters in transactions, and pension and social security issues. The practice is steered by Pedro Furtado Martins, who advises companies, financial entities, public companies, and regulatory entities on the full spectrum of employment matters, earning praise for his ‘critical and analytical spirit’. He is supported by the ‘amazing, attentive and proactive’ Maria Barbosa.
Praxisleiter:
Pedro Furtado Martins
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Maria Barbosa
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‘CS’Associados lawyers proved to be very efficient and professional. Communication between all practices was very fluent (employment, finance, M&A, real estate, taxes), which made the whole process very easy.’
‘Maria Barbosa from employment practice was amazing, attentive and proactive.’
‘I would like to highlight Pedro Furtado Martins for his long and solid experience in all labor matters, availability and good sense in managing matters with the client. I would also like to highlight Maria Barbosa for her solidity and competence in litigation.’
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Cuatrecasas
Noted for its ’empathy and professionalism’, the employment group at Cuatrecasas stands out for its proficiency across a spectrum of employment law matters, including in the context of M&A transactions and corporate restructurings. The team skilfully navigates both strategic and day-to-day labour law issues, offering advice on sensitive matters such as employee terminations, disciplinary actions, collective bargaining agreements, and lay-off procedures. Practice head Rui Vaz Pereira has extensive experience in labour litigation and collective agreement negotiations. Inês Pinheiro focuses on providing legal advice to human resources management, and supporting clients in restructuring and collective redundancies, while Sandra Lima da Silveira stands out for her ability to advise on the employment aspects of M&A deals.
Praxisleiter:
Rui Vaz Pereira
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Inês Pinheiro, Sandra Lima da Silveira, Tiago Pestana de Vasconcelos, Cristina Romariz, Ângela Afonso, Liliana Almeida de Moura
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‘Efficiency, client response, empathy and professionalism.’
‘The uniqueness of this team comes from the ease and availability of multidisciplinary access to teams.’
‘Cuatrecasas delivers consistent opinions, which give the client a feeling of confidence in the work provided. The teams are very helpful and available.’
Kernmandanten
Envision Pharma Group
Grupo Portugália
Cars2Click
DHL
Servdebt
Merck
Manuel Champalimaud Group
Bauer Media
Chanel
Canon Portugal
Mercado Eletrónico
Havi
ATM – Assistência Total em Manutenção
Fundação Eugénio de Almeida
Voltalia
3M
Grupo Renascença Multimédia
Heineken Group
Nutrinveste Group (Sovena Group)
Treemond
SIBS
Electrolux
Alexion
Credit Suisse
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- Providing DHL with ongoing comprehensive employment advice and regular assistance.
- Advising the two Ringier Group companies that own Portugal’s largest sports newspaper and a sports television channel on the restructuring process that followed the group’s acquisition of these companies.
- Advising Conclusion Group on the due diligence process and preparing and negotiating employment contracts with the management team of Neotalent.
Garrigues Portugal
Lauded for its ability to combine the ‘experience and resources of a large firm with client-centric attention to detail’, Garrigues Portugal is well positioned to advise domestic and multinational corporations on a host of employment matters, with particular expertise in collective dismissals, redundancy procedures, outsourcing, and social security matters. Leading the team is Rui Valente, who maintains a busy practice, advising on collective dismissals and layoff proceedings. He is supported by João Soares Almeida, a name to note for clients operating in the retail, wind energy, automotive, tech and finance sectors, and Rita Nogueira Neto, who stands out for her multijurisdictional experience. André Oliveira Correia is recommended for his work on collective dismissals, furlough procedures, and transfers of undertakings.
Praxisleiter:
Rui Valente
Weitere Kernanwälte:
João Soares de Almeida, Rita Nogueira Neto, André de Oliveira Correia, Ricardo Grilo
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‘High quality of service; huge availability; high level of knowledge; active search for innovative solutions.’
‘Availability, reliability, rigour, trust.’
‘They are the perfect mix between the technical knowledge that is sought and the impeccable personal and professional treatment. They always provide quality services with close and impeccable treatment. The best firm I have worked with in every sense.’
Kernmandanten
Eberspaecher – Purem Tondela
Coca-Cola Europacific Partners Portugal
Faurecia / Forvia
Avincis (former Babcock)
Generali
Bosch
Super Bock Group
Sonae
Hijos de Rivera (Estrella Galicia)
Mahle
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- Advised Generali on the labour issues arising from Generali’s acquisition of Liberty in the Iberian Peninsula, leading the TUPE procedure affecting hundreds of employees in Portugal.
- Successfully represented company within Mystic Invest Group in litigation proceedings against the Portuguese social security department concerning furlough payments during the Covid pandemic.
- Assisted Kirchhoff in the implementation of the societas europaea legal framework inPortugal.
Sérvulo & Associados
Praised for its ‘promptness and demonstration of full knowledge’, the employment group at Sérvulo & Associados stands out for its strong track record in public sector employment law. Additionally, the firm offers deep expertise in global group restructurings, M&A-related labour due diligence, and transfers of undertakings. The team is led by Rita Canas da Silva, who has wide-ranging expertise in all areas of employment and social security. Margarida Costa Gomes, described as ‘excellent’, is noted for her expertise in labour conflicts and dispute resolution.
Praxisleiter:
Rita Canas da Silva
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Margarida Costa Gomes, Nuno Pais Gomes, Mariana Pinto Ramos, Luísa S. Pereira
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‘I felt completely supported by the team, they were always there. They were so comforting navigating the issue I had, which put me at ease. They made a stressful situation not stressful. They were great. So the unique element was the personal relationship and support.’
‘Margarida Costa Gomes was excellent. Always made time, always explained, fantastic.’
‘The proximity to the client, the availability and competence of the services provided, make this office unique. The team has a particular ability to make the customer feel supported and confident about resolving their problem. There is a strong spirit of collaboration with the client.’
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Uría Menéndez
Fielding a ‘very available, experienced, collaborative’ team, Uría Menéndez‘s employment practice is highly regarded for its involvement in major M&A transactions, complex litigation, and company restructurings. Practice head André Nascimento has extensive experience in restructuring operations, leading several downsizing procedures. Susana Bradford Ferreira is noted for her specialism in employment law litigation, social security and pension fund matters.
Praxisleiter:
André Pestana Nascimento
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Susana Bradford Ferreira, Liliana Silveira de Freitas
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‘Very available, experienced, collaborative team in guiding solutions.’
‘André Pestana stands out for the knowledge he transmits and his ability to solve our problems.’
‘For me, competence is the highlight of Uría’s employees, which generates enormous trust in the client.’
Kernmandanten
Banco Santander Totta
Getir Portugal
Parity Technologies
Explorer Investments
Grupo Mapfre
Otis Elevadores
GrandVision Portugal
Bankinter
Wizink Bank
Santander Consumer Finance
Ascendum
Njord Partners
Renova
Burberry
Korn Ferry
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- Advising Getir Portugal on the closure of its operations in Portugal and termination of all employment agreements.
- Advising Banco Santander Totta on an extensive restructuring procedure, which is currently being discussed before the labour courts.
- Advising Bankinter Consumer Finance on the acquisition of a 50% stake in Universo IME, a Portuguese e-money institution, concerning a joint venture for the creation of Portugal’s largest credit institution dedicated to consumer-finance activities.
VdA
Standing out for the ‘technical ability and dynamism of its lawyers’, VdA is widely recognised for its expertise in handling employment matters, from guiding clients through collective redundancy procedures to advising on the labour impacts of corporate transactions. The team is jointly led by Américo Oliveira Fragoso and Tiago Piló. Fragoso provides day-to-day advice in all areas of labour and social security law, while Piló focuses on corporate labour. Porto-based Manuel Cavaleiro Brandão, described as a ‘true expert in his field’, is well-versed in national and international arbitration, while Benedita Gonçalves stands out for her focus on labour and social security law.
Praxisleiter:
Américo Oliveira Fragoso; Tiago Piló
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Manuel Cavaleiro Brandão; Benedita Gonçalves, Pedro Ferreira de Sousa, José Fernando Barata
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‘The quality of the service provided by this company is excellent; excellent for the quality of the service provided, excellent for the complete availability to respond to all requests, excellent for the rigour imposed in its work, excellent for the results obtained.’
‘The team is professional, dedicated and friendly.’
‘They are attentive and proactive regarding work changes and inform customers in a timely manner.’
Kernmandanten
Menzies Aviation
Nomad Foods
TAAG – Angolan National Airline Company
Airbus
Timwetech
Maravilha Farms (Reiter Affiliated Companies Group)
Multi Portugal Group
El Corte Inglés
Azule Energy (BP & ENI JV for Oil&Gas)
Petrowork
Petroleum Industry Contractors Association (Angola)
Mund Europe
Eptarefrigeration Portugal
Greenvolt Group
Unitel
Kaizen Group
Indra Group
Montalva Group
Portugália Group
SBM Production Contractors Inc., S.A. – Sucursal em Portugal (Group SBM Offshore)
AGPL – Empresa de Trabalho Portuário Douro e Leixões
SuperBock Group
MSD
Novartis
BMS
Lilly
Jaba Recordati
GSK
Astrazeneca
LifeScan
Novo Nordisk
Roche
Boiron
Lifthium Energy
Rovensa
Fremantlemedia
Leasys Mobility
Sky Television
Mitsubishi Fuso Trucks Europe
Subsea7
Clarke & Modet
Altice
BNP Paribas
Arval
Epam Systems
Cloudflare
VALMET, Lda.
Sport Lisboa e Benfica, SAD
Grupo Trofa Saúde
Uber
TechnipFMC
Novartis
Brisa
Towers Watson
Timor-Leste National Petroleum and Minerals Authority (ANPM)
Körber Supply Chain PT, S.A. (the Portuguese business subsidiary of the Germany Körber)
Aker Solutions
INL – International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory
Vanguard Properties
Springjet (Hi Fly Group)
Total Energies
HBK – Fibersensing
Triangle’s Cycling Equipments S.A
Luís Simões
Atepeli
Engie Portugal
Mia Borsa
Fischer Connector
SATCOM Europe
Adecco Group
Greenvolt Internacional
Kruso Kapital
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- Advised Menzies on the negotiation and signature of the new collective bargaining agreement of Groundforce.
- Advised Lifthium Energy on the establishment of a new lithium refinery business in Portugal.
- Advised JOP on the acquisition of a stake in Auto-Sueco II Automóveis, S.A., a company in the NORS, S.A.
Andersen
Singled out for its ‘excellent knowledge’ and ‘great technical skills’, the team at Andersen offers expertise across a range of employment matters, including M&A and restructuring processes, collective dismissals, terminations, and court proceedings. At the helm sits José Mota Soares, who has a significant track record in complex labour litigation and non-contentious work. He is supported by Sílvia Martins, who specialises in negotiations and procedures brought against companies for regulatory breaches of labour law issues.
Praxisleiter:
José Mota Soares
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Sílvia Martins, Bernardo Costa Fernandes
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‘The Andersen team is very experienced, proactive and is always available to help us with any issues we ask them. The quality of the service provided is exceptional and they have excellent knowledge of our sector as well as constant legislative changes.’
‘The team has a great balance between professionals with enormous experience and great technical skills.’
‘We have worked with José Mota Soares for over 25 years. José is always available. He combines his enormous experience with repeated litigation practice, which allows him to provide preventive advice but also to deal excellently with cases that come to court.’
Kernmandanten
Synlab
Veolia Portugal
Ascenza Agro
Grupo Media Capital
Drivalia
Bauer Media
SmallWorld’s
Uber
IFT / Gelcampo
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- Advising Uber on over 100 ongoing labor proceedings against Uber Eats Portugal, Unipessoal, Lda. (“Uber Eats”) regarding the presumption of labour provisioned under Article 12-A of the Portuguese Labor Code.
- Advised TVI on a TUPE involving over 75 employees.
- Advised IFT on a judicial claim against the Social Security Ministry.
Miranda & Associados
Lauded for its ‘technical competence and knowledge’, the team at Miranda & Associados is well-versed in the full scope of labour matters, including human resources management, restructurings, due diligence, collective bargaining, and disciplinary proceedings. The practice is jointly led by Diogo Leote Nobre, who stands out for his contentious experience, and Nuno Gouveia, who is focused on Portuguese and French-speaking jurisdictions of Africa. Other notable individuals include Paula Caldeira Dutschmann, who specialises in corporate restructurings and downsizings, and senior associate Silvia Mota Carvalho, who is noted for her experience in French-speaking jurisdictions.
Praxisleiter:
Diogo Leote Nobre; Nuno Gouveia
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Paula Caldeira Dutschmann; Silvia Mota Carvalho
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‘Diogo Leote Nobre showed total availability and humanity, essential to maintaining serenity, promoting my emotional well-being in all phases of the process, scrupulously complying with the conditions presented in the service provision proposal he presented in the first contact.’
‘Diogo Leote Nobre exceeded my expectations, showing exemplary efficiency and professionalism.’
‘Diogo Leote Nobre’s reputation precedes him.’
Kernmandanten
Orbest
Falck
Egeac
ERSAR – Entidade Reguladora dos Serviços de Águas e Resíduos
West Sea
Almirall – Produtos Farmacêuticos, S.A.
Fundação José de Almeida Eusébio
Cabot Portugal
Apra Hill (Grupo José Fino)
Associação Jardins-Escola João de Deus
Garland
Realnetworks
Galeria Vera Cortês
Novaserv
Groundlink
Praga Associação Cultural
Fundação Oceano Azul
Câmara & Rodrigues (Cavalos na Areia)
Timing – Trabalho Temporário
SPDAD
Petrogal, S.A.
Fundação Antero Gonçalves
FAPIL
A PIRES LOURENÇO
JANZ – Contagem e Gestão de Fluídos, S.A.
Progress Systems
Prisma Modelo
Several Generations
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pbbr - Sociedade de Advogados RL
pbbr - Sociedade de Advogados RL is a go-to firm for employment matters, fielding a team that is well-versed in areas such as business reorganisations, transfers of undertakings, and labour disputes. The practice is spearheaded by Inês Reis, whose expertise covers social security issues, employment benefits, and litigation. These are also key areas of activity for Inês Oom de Sacadura. Complementing the team’s offering is Bruno Soeiro Barbosa, who brings experience in collective bargaining and litigation.
Praxisleiter:
Inês Reis
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Bruno Soeiro Barbosa, Inês Oom de Sacadura
Kernmandanten
Kantar Business Services
RGIS
Catcher Marketplace
Yazaki Saltano
Secretscreen
Betclic
IFCO
Axalta Coating
Fundación La Caixa
LRQA
Bloomberg
Pepco
Swarovski
ISEG
Mondial Relay
Power Dot
Mastercard
FEI (Redspher group)
Sanofi
Uber
Oracle Portugal
Viacom
Johnson & Johnson Portugal
Hays
Cushman & Wakefield
Zentiva
Mercer
Prada
Triumph
DS Smith
NEC
Robert Walters
Kiabi
Luxottica
Motorola
Sogevinus
Quiksilver
Norgine
Daymon
Foot Locker
TK Elevadores
Aldesa Construcciones
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Albuquerque & Almeida
Noted for its ‘broad knowledge’, the team at Albuquerque & Almeida is experienced in handling workforce restructurings, collective redundancies, and litigation for a broad range of clients. Practice head João Salvador frequently advises Portuguese companies and multinationals across the chemicals, electronics, shipping, and automotive sectors, and has been praised as ‘exceptionally skilled and knowledgeable’. Contentious employment matters are primarily handled by Leonor Barata.
Praxisleiter:
João Salvador
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Leonor Barata
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‘João Salvador’s personalised approach to each case is truly unique. He takes the time to understand the specific needs and circumstances of his clients, ensuring tailored legal solutions that address the core issues effectively.’
‘Potential clients should know that João Salvador is exceptionally skilled and knowledgeable. He possesses a deep understanding of the law and has a proven track record of successful outcomes. His strengths lie in his meticulous attention to detail, strategic thinking, and unwavering commitment to his clients’ best interests.’
‘My experience with João Salvador has been exceptional in terms of communication and transparency. He keeps clients informed at every stage of the legal process, ensuring there are no surprises. This level of dedication and openness is something I found particularly reassuring.’
Kernmandanten
Groupe Clarins – Clarins Portugal
Cargill Portugal
Hitachi Power Grids
ABB Group – ABB Portugal
Massimo Zanetti Beverage Iberia
Kyndryl Services Portugal
Lisgarante – Soc. Garantia Mutua
Parpública – Participações Públicas SGPS SA
ONI Telecom
Zimmer Biomet (Portugal)
Bondalti
Indie Campers
CTT – Correios de Portugal
Henry Schein Portugal
Courir
Mysis Portugal / Spain – Finastra
ANTRAM – Road Transportation Employers Association
BioHorizons Portugal
TPD – Transportes Paulo Duarte
Carl Zeiss Portugal
Crest Capital Partners
Kemira
Accelleron (Portugal)
Herdade da Comporta
Garcias
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- Advised Crest Capital Partners on the sale of the GFEGroup to Halma Plc, a FTSE 100 listed company with a presence in more than 20 countries and more than 8,000 employees.
- Advised Indie Campers Group on a €35m investment round.
- Advised ZimmerBiomet on the restructuring of its logistics operations in Portugal, involving the restructuring of its workforce in Portugal in the areas of warehousing and logistics.
CCA Law Firm
CCA Law Firm’s team is adept at handling both contentious and non-contentious employment matters. The practice is well equipped to assist with employment contracts, workplace policies, wrongful terminations, discrimination cases, and immigration-related issues, with clients across the real estate, insurance, pharmaceuticals, and technology sectors frequently instructing the team. Pedro Antunes, who specialises in dispute prevention and resolution, leads the practice and is especially popular with companies in the IT sector. Maria Luís Guedes de Carvalho complements the team’s offering with her expertise in day-to-day employment and social security matters, as well as corporate restructurings.
Praxisleiter:
Pedro Antunes
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Maria Luís Guedes de Carvalho
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‘Quality, availability and involvement, speed and friendliness.’
‘What I highlight from the work team, especially the department partner, is their availability and initiative in resolving the issues raised.’
‘Pedro Antunes – available, accessible, competent, efficient.’
Kernmandanten
IT People
Teya
Harsco
Bonduelle
TripAdvisor Group
The Fork
Hiscox
Time Out
Europcar
Aldi
Go4Mobility
C&A
Alcon
A Padaria Portuguesa
Sport TV
GM Gaming
Salsify
Kwan
Rupeal
Enhesa
Geo Sat
APW
Pleo
Associação Salvador
VWR
Ascent
Enovis
Bison Bank
PSN
Glintt
EGEO
Lince Capital
Alvarez & Marsal
Sidefarma
Saverglass Ibérica
FCR M4 Ventures
Genesis Studio
Cemark, S.A.
Probe.ly
InvoiceXpress
4Tune Engineering
K-Flex
Jimpisoft
Consulteer
Ls Retail
QuintoAndar
Bhout Boxing
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- Reviewed and updated Bison Bank’s policies to ensure compliance with legislation and effective implementation plans.
- Providing day-to-day to Enovis and assisted with the drafting and revision of relevant policies, handbooks and agreements.
- Providing comprehensive HR advice to Europcar, including employment and dispute management, while also offering professional training.
Linklaters
Linklaters draws on its deep corporate and employment expertise to assist clients with domestic and cross-border transactional matters. The team is also active in labour disputes, restructuring projects, and collective bargaining negotiations, while also offering strategic guidance on senior-level hires and dismissals. Managing associate Sílvia Pinheiro Esteves is noted for her expertise across the entire spectrum of employment law and social security matters, adeptly handling both advisory and contentious issues. Former practice head Marta Afonso Pereira is no longer at the firm.
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Sílvia Pinheiro Esteves
Kernmandanten
Allianz Services / Allianz Technology SE
AGS – Administração e Gestão de Sistemas de Salubridade, S.A.
Luz Saúde, S.A. (Fosun Group)
Amadeus
Sociedade Altitude Software, S. A. (Enghouse group)
NTT Data Portugal
Carrier Global Corporation
Hitachi Astemo Abrantes S.A. (Hitachi Group)
Hyperion
YMCA Setúbal
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- Advising Allianz Group on a strategic business unit transfer from Randstad to a newly incorporated subsidiary to enhance Allianz’s contact centre operations in Portugal, specifically focusing on their insurance business.
- Successfully represented Sociedade Altitude Software in legal disputes in Portugal.
- Providing TUPE advice to Carrier Global Corporation in the context of the strategic sale of its global commercial refrigeration business to its long-time joint venture partner Haier.
MACEDO VITORINO
MACEDO VITORINO advises clients on a wide range of employment issues, including restructurings, M&A, labour litigation, and social security matters, with particular expertise in representing public sector clients in collective bargaining and conflict resolution. Steering the practice is Guilherme Machado Dray, who frequently works with the Portuguese government, mediating labour disputes and negotiating collective bargaining agreements.
Praxisleiter:
Guilherme Machado Dray
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‘Accessibility in terms of willingness to listen to challenges and help find tailored solutions. The variety of profiles and skills that can support our organisation in various aspects. Clear and transparent billing.’
Kernmandanten
CP – Comboios de Portugal
Metropolitano de Lisboa, E.P.E.
Carris – Transporte Público de Lisboa
Carristur
Siderurgia Nacional (Grupo Megasa)
Infraestruturas de Portugal
MobiE – Mobilidade Elétrica
Aga Khan Foundation (in Portugal)
Aggraria Siglo XXI
SBSI/ Mais Sindicato
AIEL – Associação para a Inovação e Empreendedorismo de Lisboa
Transtejo Soflusa – Entre as margens do Tejo (Transtejo Group )
Multivision
Precision Development, Inc.
Moody’s
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- Appointed by TAP Air Portugal to provide services as mediators between the company and the unions to implement a labour restructuring plan.
- Supported CP-Comboios de Portugal in the negotiation of two single undertaking agreements between the unions and this State company.
- Providing legal support to Infraestruturas de Portugal regarding labour mediation, collective bargaining and social dialogue with all the unions.
PRA-Raposo, Sá Miranda & Associados, Sociedade de Advogados RL
PRA-Raposo, Sá Miranda & Associados, Sociedade de Advogados RL is regularly engaged by Portuguese and international companies across the financial services, retail, and transport sectors on collective agreements, employment issues linked to M&A, staff restructurings, and litigation. The team is led by the ‘super competent’ Joana de Sá, who stands out for her ability to ‘find the best solutions’.
Praxisleiter:
Joana de Sá
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Helena Braga Marques, Joana Cadete Pires, Luís Gonçalves Lira
Referenzen
‘Luís Lira stands out for his professionalism, client orientation and availability.’
‘I have worked with PRA for several years, and with Joana de Sá in particular. I am very satisfied with this professional relationship that over the years has been strategic for the growth of my company.’
‘I trust Joana’s work. She is a super experienced and very practical lawyer. She always knows how to put herself on our side and help find the best solutions. Joana is always available and knows how to treat her clients with empathy.’
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Pérez-Llorca
Since launching its employment practice in December 2023, Pérez-Llorca has positioned itself as a capable and versatile player, adept at handling a wide range of matters including collective bargaining, litigation, commercial transactions, executive contracts, and board-level advisory. The team is led by Inês Arruda, who is noted for her extensive experience advising national and international companies across a range of sectors on the full gamut of employment matters.
Praxisleiter:
Inês Arruda
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Miguel Riço dos Santos
Kernmandanten
Christine Ourmières Widener
Grupo Media Capital (TVI)
The Walt Disney Company
Longchamp
Loewe
LVMH
Groupe CAT
GAM
British American Tobacco
Otis Portugal Elevadores
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- Providing daily legal advice to a company with over 1,500 employees.
- Assisting with the challenge of Ourmières-Widener’s 2023 dismissal as CEO of TAP Air Portugal.
- Defended TVI against a claim by a self-employed television presenter contesting the contract type used by TVI and other operators, seeking €1,286,608.20 in labour credits and damages.
Raposo Bernardo
Portuguese and international companies from the worlds of banking, insurance, technology, aviation and pharmaceutical routinely seek Raposo Bernardo‘s advice on workforce restructurings, labour litigation, employee benefits, and compliance issues. Practice head Ana Cláudia Rangel , described as ‘indispensable’, is noted for her expertise in both advisory and contentious work.
Praxisleiter:
Ana Cláudia Rangel
Referenzen
‘The quality of the service is extraordinary, they provide the best labor legal services in the Portuguese market.’
‘Raposo Bernardo is unique in relation to other law firms due to its competence, maximum rigor in the analysis of legal matters, immediate and very clear responses.’
‘We trust their lawyers 100%, their competence and their word. They have strong experience in all types of labour issues and labour disputes, which we use a lot, strong teams, which work with a good spirit, complete availability, efficiency and effectiveness in obtaining results.’
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TELLES
The ‘dynamic, competent and available’ team at TELLES specialises in restructurings, labour due diligence, collective bargaining, and employment litigation. Operating from Lisbon and Porto, the team offers corporate clients day-to-day advice on employment contracts, remuneration, pension plans, and social security matters. Gonçalo Pinto Ferreira leads the team and focuses on large-scale restructurings for both Portuguese and international clients. Sofia Pamplona coordinates the Porto-based labour law team, while managing associate João Dotti de Carvalho heads the Lisbon office.
Praxisleiter:
Gonçalo Pinto Ferreira
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Sofia Pamplona, João Dotti de Carvalho
Referenzen
‘Telles offers in-depth knowledge which allows us to be very agile in making decisions based on advice. Another value is the availability and adaptability he has with, providing adapted responses to the different stakeholders in our company.’
‘A team of people with a high level of communication and values that are very aligned with ours. Team with many language skills, which in our case is highly valued and very available for the different initiatives we propose.’
‘Dynamic, competent and available.’
Kernmandanten
Leroy Merlin (ADEO Group)
TE Connectivity, Ltd (Tyco Electronics)
Accor Group
PepsiCo Group
KION Group
Belmond Reid’s Palace Hotel (LVMH)
Broadcom Inc
Daufood Portugal
Nors Group
GlobalStep
Repsol Polímeros, S.A.
PSA SINES (Group PSA International Pte Ltd)
Sonae Capital Group
Navan
DomusVi
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- Assisting ADEO Group with all labour issues.
- Providing daily assistance to Tyco Electronics, which recently included advice on closing the industrial relay factory in Évora and the transfer of this business to Trutnov.
- Assisted Broadcom Inc with labour law compliance and benefits provision analysis under local law and market standard within the worldwide transaction agreement between Broadcom and VMware.
Antas da Cunha Ecija
Well-regarded for its ability to combine ‘strong practical sense’ with ‘relevant academic knowledge in the area’, the employment team at Antas da Cunha Ecija provides guidance on compliance, union negotiations, restructurings, dismissals, and disciplinary proceedings. Practice head Pedro da Quitéria Faria is praised for his ‘global vision, dedication and knowledge of issues relevant to the client’.
Praxisleiter:
Pedro da Quitéria Faria
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Tiago Cochofel de Azevedo
Referenzen
‘The scope of legal services, responsiveness and knowledge are striking and distinctive features of Antas da Cunha ECIJA.’
‘Pedro da Quitéria Faria stands out for his ability to have a global vision, dedication and knowledge of issues relevant to the client.’
‘Pedro Quitéria Faria provides security, credibility and knowledge, in which even in commercial terms we reap dividends.’
Kernmandanten
ENTAIN
GALP
Associação Nacional de Farmácias (ANF)
SPORT LISBOA E BENFICA
APLO – Optometrists Portuguese Association
GENERIS
REMAX
Artsana (Chicco)
TUI
EVOLVE
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APTS - Alves Pereira & Teixeira de Sousa, S.P., R.L.
APTS - Alves Pereira & Teixeira de Sousa, S.P., R.L. brings significant expertise in employee benefits, pensions, and social security matters. The firm also assists corporate clients with labour-related litigation, disciplinary actions, and employment contract negotiations. Practice head João Alves Pereira serves as the primary contact for both domestic and international companies, particularly those navigating dismissals, workforce reorganisations, and complex employment disputes.
Praxisleiter:
João P. Alves Pereira
Referenzen
‘Strong expertise, practical advice, responsive.’
‘Joao P. Alves Pereira – outstanding in terms of client focus and problem-solving.’
Kernmandanten
Free Now
Archon Systems
Eleven Sports
IPG Mediabrands
IPG Health UK
IRIS HR Consulting
LABORATÓRIOS KIN, S.A, SUCURSAL EM PORTUGAL
MPM Software
Megameios
Secopa SL
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- Advising and assisting MPM Software SL with the dismissal of the director of its Portuguese subsidiary.
- Representing Free Now in a labour claim against an employee of the Portuguese call centre that exited the company before the end of his fixed term without notice and failed to return the payments advanced to him.
- Acting for Eleven Sports in two labour claims against a former Global CEO and member of the Board of Directors.
BAS - Sociedade de Advogados
The labour, social security law, and public employment team at BAS - Sociedade de Advogados supports a wide range of national and international clients spanning various sectors, including IT, sports, aviation, public health, and agribusiness. Alexandra Almeida Mota handles labour matters across a range of industries, while Dália Cardadeiro is noted for her focus on the public sector. Pedro Madeira De Brito specialises in corporate law, litigation, labour and employment law and health law.
Praxisleiter:
Alexandra Almeida Mota; Dália Cardadeiro; Pedro Madeira de Brito; Tânia Silva
Kernmandanten
ADT – Associação Duarte Tarré
Autoestradas do Douro Litoral
Bayer Portugal Lda. /Bayer CropScience
Blueotter Group
BrandCare S.A. (Sodalis Group)
COTY Group
Edreams Group
EXIDE Group
Gelpeixe – Alimentos Congelados S.A.
Grupo Vale do Lobo
Hapag-Lloyd Group
LEICA – Microsystems
PXOSYS Portugal, Lda.
Quadrante Group – Engineering and architecture consulting services
SPAC- Sindicato dos Pilotos Aviação Civil/ Union of Civil Aviation Pilots
STIR – Sindicato dos Trabalhadores das Infraestruturas Rodoviárias
VENTIENT GROUP
WELLA Portugal
True Division Consulting, Unipessoal Lda (Zona Franca da Madeira)
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- Assisting Águas do Algarve in a case involving an employee’s remuneration.
- Assisting in all labor matters resulting from the Ventient Group merger in Portugal.
- Advised on the incorporation of PXOSYS, LDA and its articulation with the parent company based in the UK.
Cerejeira Namora, Marinho Falcão
The ‘helpful’ team at Cerejeira Namora, Marinho Falcão – a go-to choice for clients in manufacturing, retail, technology, and healthcare – provides representation in judicial litigation and proactive advice on avoiding labour disputes. Nuno Cerejeira Namora demonstrates broad expertise across the full gamut of employment matters, while Pedro Condês Tomaz takes a leading role in employment compliance audits and high-stakes litigation. Marta Silva joined the team from VdA in June 2024.
Praxisleiter:
Nuno Cerejeira Namora; Pedro Condês Tomaz; Marta Silva
Referenzen
‘Diverse team in different areas of law.’
‘Team present and helpful when needed.’
Kernmandanten
1SA Group / MBIT Group
Ambulâncias Santa Quitéria
Associação Empresarial de Fafe
Banema
Camara Municipal do Porto
Centro de Formação Profissional da Indústria da Construção Civil e Obras Públicas do Norte
CINCA – Companhia Industrial de Cerâmica, S. A.
DigestAID
Enlitia
Fapomed
Molaflex
PFP, S.A.
PiuBelle
Politermica
Redegás
Sotecnica
Steampower
Unimadeiras
Vitor Hugo – Coordenação e Gestão de Projectos, S.A. (VHM)
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- Advised the Porto City Council on the negotiation of a new version of the Collective Bargaining Agreement, including negotiation with various Trade Unions.
- Advised AESIRF (an employers’ association) on the negotiation of a new version of the Collective Agreement, including negotiation with various Trade Unions.
- Advised Maiambiente on the negotiation of a new version of the Collective Agreement, including negotiation with various Trade Unions.
DCM | Littler
Boutique firm DCM | Littler offers comprehensive expertise across the employment law spectrum, handling matters such as hiring practices, collective bargaining, transfer of undertakings, workforce restructuring, and redundancies. Founding partner David Carvalho Martins provides tailored advice to clients across diverse sectors, including tourism, fishing, culture and the arts, and IT, earning praise for his ‘experience and working knowledge’.
Praxisleiter:
David Carvalho Martins
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Joana Azenha; Filipa Lopes Galvão; Cláudio Rodrigues Gomes; Ana Cristina Amaro
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‘The DCM team is always available to clarify/collaborate with our needs, which makes us feel more at ease knowing that we are acting within the law, particularly in everything that concerns labor legislation (and beyond), as it is a area of great impact on our activity.’
‘At DCM we can count on support whenever we need it, the lawyers always treat us with great professionalism and cordiality, especially those we interact with the most, Cláudio Rodrigues Gomes.’
‘David Carvalho Martins – his experience and working knowledge convey a lot of confidence and credibility.’
Kernmandanten
Opart – Organismo de Produção Artística, E.P.E.
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- Advising Opart on collective bargaining matters.
Espanha e Associados
Fielding an ‘attentive and pro-active’ team, Espanha e Associados is frequently engaged by both individuals and corporate clients across the hospitality, food and beverages, healthcare, financial services, and insurance sectors. The team excels in business restructurings, compliance matters, contractual negotiations, and the management of collective dismissals. Spearheading the team is Luís Almeida Carneiro, who stands out for his ‘strong critical sense’.
Praxisleiter:
Luís Almeida Carneiro
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Filipa Botelho Moniz, Marisa Frade
Referenzen
‘Transparent information, whether legal advice or billing data. Close collaboration, whether in fiscal or labour terms.’
‘In particular, I recommend Luís Carneiro. Very pleasant person, friendly, available and enlightening.’
‘They are excellent professionals, very approachable and very knowledgeable in their field.’
Kernmandanten
GDA – Gestão dos Direitos dos Artistas
NATA DA NATA
Two Impulse
Financière des Paiements Électroniques, SAS (NICKEL)
Belphar
Marmequer
Nimble
Portugália
Grupo Dom Carlos
RIPPLR
Jantrest