Lauded for its ‘great experience and knowledge’, the team at Garrigues delivers comprehensive legal support to clients operating in various sectors, including automotive, manufacturing, real estate, IT, and retail. With a strong foothold in Porto, the firm is a popular choice for both national and international clients, handling a mix of corporate, M&A, banking, finance, employment, tax, and dispute resolution matters, with a notable focus on cross-border work. The employment and social security team - led by Rui Valente and João Soares Almeida - frequently handles high-profile mandates such as collective dismissals and layoff proceedings. Tomás Pessanha, who is praised for his ‘high professionalism’, heads the corporate and M&A department, advising multinational corporations on complex private equity, venture capital, and high-value corporate transactions, with support from Manuel Liberal Jerónimo. André de Oliveira Correia is a key figure in employment law.

Renowned for seamlessly blending ‘technical knowledge with exceptional availability’, Morais Leitão, Galvão Teles, Soares da Silva & Associados, continues to enjoy a ‘prominent position’ in the Portuguese market. The firm boasts a seasoned and multidisciplinary team which is adept at navigating corporate and M&A, employment, dispute resolution, tax, and public law matters. Bernardo Lobo Xavier leads the corporate practice, standing out for his work on real estate transactions involving major supermarket chains and construction firms. Joaquim Vieira Peres is a key name in competition law at both national and European levels, while Luis Gagliardini Graca focuses on public concessions. António Pedro Braga brings expertise in corporate tax, particularly for finance-related issues, and Nuno Peres Alves, lauded for his ‘strategic vision’, is well regarded for public law matters. The firm also benefits from specialists like Paula Ponces Camanho in labour litigation, Carlos Osório de Castro in capital markets, and João Anacoreta Correia, who oversees litigation and arbitration matters. Paulo Rendeiro handles a significant transactional workload with a focus on sports law.

Variously praised for its ‘vast technical-legal knowledge’ and ‘cohesive, client-focused approach’, VdA fields a skilled Porto-based team adept at handling a diverse range of legal matters, including corporate and M&A, tax, employment, public law, dispute resolution, white-collar crime, TMT, data privacy, and real estate. Active across sectors such as manufacturing, energy, automotive, telecoms, and technology, the team is further commended for its cross-border expertise. João Velez de Lima, who heads the tax practice, specialises in judicial and administrative tax litigation and international taxation issues. Labour and employment expert Manuel Cavaleiro Brandão stands out for his expertise in contentious matters, while Miguel Reis has extensive knowledge of domestic and international tax law. Isabel Gião de Andrade advises clients on corporate governance and M&A transactions, and Benedita Gonçalves focuses on labour and social security law.

The ‘very professional and available’ team at Abreu Advogados, with a notable presence in Porto, is recognised for its strength in the real estate, life sciences, and manufacturing sectors. The team offers services across a range of practice areas, including tax, corporate, employment, dispute resolution, and banking. Leading the firm’s tax group is Maria Dulce Soares, who excels particularly in contentious matters and earns praise for her ‘in-depth technical knowledge’. Arbitration specialist Paulo de Tarso Domingues is renowned for his prowess in litigation and corporate law, while Rui Peixoto Duarte is distinguished by his deep expertise in both real estate and corporate matters. Maria Santa Martha focuses on large-scale real estate transactions, and José Carlos Vasconcelos excels in negotiating commercial contracts.

Lauded for its ‘prompt, accurate and solution-focused’ advice, PLMJ remains a strong choice for clients seeking expertise across a broad spectrum of legal matters, including corporate and M&A, public law, employment, tax, and dispute resolution. Steering the practice is Filipe Avides Moreira, who stands out for his focus on the infrastructure and construction sectors. Diogo Duarte Campos, a public law expert, is noted for his professionalism in handling both contentious and non-contentious matters. José Pedro Anacoreta is a key adviser on employment and social security issues, with a particular focus on regulatory issues and restructuring processes. Senior consultant Raquel Freitas stands out for her specialisation in environmental law.

PRA-Raposo, Sá Miranda & Associados, Sociedade de Advogados SP RL draws considerable praise from clients, who turn to the team for its ‘technical excellence’ and ‘personalised solutions’. The practice excels in handling corporate and M&A, dispute resolution, tax, competition law, employment, and public law matters. Pedro Sá is frequently called upon to advise on high-profile corporate transactions. Miguel Miranda leads the EU and competition team, bringing significant expertise in antitrust matters. Public law specialist Noel Gomes and employment law expert Joana de Sá further strengthen the team with their dedicated focus on their respective areas.

Singled out for its ‘pragmatic and effective approach’, the team at Cuatrecasas is recognised for its expertise in a wide array of areas, spanning corporate and M&A, public law, dispute resolution, tax, employment, and data protection. Practice head Vasco Moura Ramos is an expert in public and administrative law. Samantha Cyrne, who earns praise for her ‘excellent technical knowledge’, is noted for her focus on commercial and M&A matters, cross-border investments and real estate transactions. Alexandra Sequeira focuses on employment and social security law, often advising on disciplinary proceedings. Meanwhile, Mónica Azevedo stands out for her proficiency in dispute resolution.

With a client base that includes banks, domestic and international companies, high-net-worth individuals, and family offices, boutique firm Durham Agrellos offers specialised expertise in tax planning, tax litigation, and wealth management. Practice co-head Miguel Durham Agrellos focuses on wealth management, international tax, inheritance planning, family governance, corporate restructuring, and contentious tax matters. Fellow co-head Paulo da Rocha Pichel complements the team with his deep experience advising family-owned businesses, international estates, and charities.

‘Demonstrating the greatest competence and commitment’, Miranda & Associados is well positioned to assist clients across a broad range of legal areas, including public law disputes, corporate restructurings, insolvencies, M&A, and labour law. Public law specialist Tiago Amorim is active in complex cross-border disputes and commercial matters, while João Coelho De Pinho is a trusted adviser to Portuguese and international clients on high-stakes transactions and litigation. Susana Rios de Oliveira is another key figure, offering expertise in commercial, sports, and employment law mandates.

TELLES impresses with its adept handling of M&A and corporate affairs, particularly in navigating complex, multijurisdictional transactions. The team supports a diverse client base, including major corporations, private equity funds, venture capital firms, and banks across a range of industries. Carlos Lucena’s expertise shines in M&A and corporate law matters, while Francisco Espregueira Mendes brings a sharp focus on private equity and venture capital transactions. For real estate, construction, and public procurement matters, Pedro Almeida e Sousa is the go-to expert, while Miguel Torres leads the tax practice.

Under the joint leadership of Miguel Neiva de Oliveira and Vera Martinez, CCA Law Firm‘s Porto office excels in TMT, public law, labour law, and real estate matters, providing tailored solutions to domestic and international clients. The team is also adept at assisting clients with M&A and corporate mandates, including multijurisdictional transactions.

Cerejeira Namora, Marinho Falcão fields a robust team in Porto, offering expertise across corporate, litigation, labour, tax, real estate, IP, TMT, and public law. Founding partner Nuno Cerejeira Namora brings deep knowledge of employment law, while co-founder Pedro Marinho Falcão focuses on tax matters. Elsewhere in the team, Pedro da Costa Mendes is well versed in M&A, distribution agreements, and corporate contracts, while Gonçalo Cerejeira Namora oversees the privacy, digital, and technology group.

Lauded for its ‘deep understanding of client needs’, Eversheds Sutherland is well versed in a broad spectrum of matters, including civil and commercial litigation, arbitration, and M&A. Practice head João Robles brings extensive expertise in the energy and real estate sectors, and has a strong track record in Portugal and Angola. Supporting him is Ana Guerra Aguiar, who focuses on corporate and real estate transactions.