TMT
Europe Guide 2024 : Portugal
Band 3
About
Provided by Sérvulo & Associados
SÉRVULO has the practical and technical knowledge of the issues inherent to the technology industry, which allows the firm to provide legal and strategic advice on all relevant areas of the sector.
SÉRVULO assists several national and foreign companies in the preparation, review and negotiation of software contracts, maintenance contracts and provision of professional collaboration services, outsourcing, licensing, portal and links, website development and hosting, including agreements related to the purchase and sale of hardware components and provision of software platforms and services, as well as in public bids.
SÉRVULO also provides legal advice to national and international clients on issues related to the creation and use of internet platforms for the purpose of selling goods and services, including the provision of financial services.
In data protection, we provide legal advice under the GDPR, comprising the preparation of risk reports and corrective measures (Data Privacy Impact Assessments), comprehensive review of corporate privacy policies, organization and internal records in compliance with GDPR obligations. We also provide GDPR training for companies.
Finally, SÉRVULO cooperates regularly with companies related to the infrastructure for fiber and cable, including the negotiation of IRU and leases with electricity and rail service providers. The team also has extensive experience in the licensing and negotiation of broadcast services.
Chambers Review
Sérvulo & Associados is an independent domestic group offering expertise in contractual negotiations as well as software-related issues. The law firm acts for clients from a range of industries such as life sciences technology and telecommunications. The practice offers additional strength in data protection issues and GDPR compliance.
Work Highlights
- Sérvulo & Associados supported Starlink on the establishment of the company's services in Portugal, which included assistance on regulatory matters and licensing.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The team can figure out the way forward in a way that makes sense to the business."
"The team can figure out the way forward in a way that makes sense to the business."
Notable Practitioners
Ana Rita Paínho assists with a range of TMT matters, including cloud agreements, start-up establishments and regulatory licensing issues.