TMT
Europe Guide 2024 : Portugal
Band 3
Email address
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+351 213 197 300About
Provided by PLMJ
PLMJ acts in all technology-related areas, from telecommunications to personal data. With extensive experience in regulatory, commercial and litigation matters, we represent both technology companies and technology users.
We advise Portuguese and international companies in the traditional IT sectors on software licensing, IT consulting, hardware sales, electronic identification, software development, domain names, e-commerce, outsourcing, consumer electronics and cloud services.
We also work in the most innovative areas of technology. Our team has been involved in numerous projects relating to biotechnology, mobility, fintech and the Internet of Things. We also represent clients in emerging technology areas such as artificial intelligence, blockchain, robotics and automation. In addition, the team provides support and mentoring to Portuguese and international entrepreneurs and start-ups operating in these areas.
The team also has extensive experience in handling technology and telecommunications transactions. The team advises several telecoms and media operators on regulatory matters. Since the full liberalisation of the telecoms market, we have also represented alternative operators in regulatory matters, including litigation against the sector's regulators. In the media sector, our team represents content producers and media companies in regulatory and contractual matters.
Chambers Review
PLMJ has an eminent practice working with well-known corporates, including those with activity in the communications, retail and insurance sectors. The firm is known for its work on transactions in the TMT sector as well as its capacity for handling data protection fields. The team further demonstrates notable experience on litigious proceedings.
Work Highlights
- PLMJ advised streaming platform Eleven Sports on the company's migration to sports streaming service DAZN.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"PLMJ has deep knowledge of our business and industry and does great work with complex and sophisticated matters. The lawyers provide a fast and high-quality service in all kinds of matters."
"Its lawyers are constantly being creative on bigger projects and manage that very well."
"They have a very practical and pragmatic approach which is very useful."
"PLMJ has deep knowledge of our business and industry and does great work with complex and sophisticated matters. The lawyers provide a fast and high-quality service in all kinds of matters."
"Its lawyers are constantly being creative on bigger projects and manage that very well."
"They have a very practical and pragmatic approach which is very useful."
Notable Practitioners
Pedro Lomba has a wide-ranging practice that encompasses technology, media and telecom matters. He acts on commercial issues and regulatory matters, with further experience in data protection.
"He is very practical, which I appreciate. He understands that the business can fluctuate in terms of pressures, and does not waste our time with irrelevant things. He is solution-oriented."
"Pedro has in-depth knowledge of the business and he is very quick to respond."
"He is always aware of any changes in the law that can impact us. In addition, he advises us with a strategic perspective, always seeking ways to improve our position."