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Provided by VdA
Companies frequently seek the assistance of VdA to structure and defend their rights to the products and to advise them on how to negotiate via complex contractual structures. Our team is composed of lawyers with broad expertise and knowledge of the technological issues involved in the TMT sector, advising domestic and foreign operators and investors. We have acted in major deals, including the FWA and UMTS licensing, the negotiation of the Universal Service Concession Agreement and the transfer of the public switched telecommunications network. We act for major market players advising on the acquisition and licensing of software or outsourcing projects. We understand the privacy and cybersecurity concerns affecting our clients' businesses. Our primary goal is to empower clients with efficient compliance strategies that bring strong dividends to their businesses.
Our lawyers excel at providing regulatory advice to the leading Portuguese network operators and service providers, as well as cable and mobile operators in matters involving IT and Telecommunications Regulatory law. We are increasingly active in Portuguese-speaking countries advising on regulatory matters and significant deals in the industry to an increasing number of private and public entities. We aim to deliver legal advice with significant added value across the various sectors - banking and finance, insurance, health, telecommunications and media, information technology, e-commerce, infrastructure among others.
Chambers Review
VdA is a first-rate department handling data privacy and protection issues, with recognised prowess in telecoms mandates. The law firm provides a tailored service to clients who wish to assess possible GDPR risks to their businesses, as well as compliance and awareness training around cybersecurity and artificial intelligence. The practice assists multinationals and domestic companies active in the energy, technology, public sector, and gaming industries. The lawyers regularly act on cross-border matters.
Work Highlights
- VdA assisted MEO with various regulatory and litigation procedures, as well as supporting the client in the preparatory phase of a 5G auction.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The team is very good and has a very good culture, especially regarding client relationships. The lawyers know that it is important to know the business of the clients, and that helps a lot. A partner is always involved in transactions so that gives us comfort as well."
"The VdA team is very focused on providing the best support to its customers and is always available to support us within our needs and deadlines."
"The team is extremely solid technically and always willing to help at any time."
"The team is very good and has a very good culture, especially regarding client relationships. The lawyers know that it is important to know the business of the clients, and that helps a lot. A partner is always involved in transactions so that gives us comfort as well."
"The VdA team is very focused on providing the best support to its customers and is always available to support us within our needs and deadlines."
"The team is extremely solid technically and always willing to help at any time."
Notable Practitioners
Fernando Resina da Silva has longstanding expertise in the TMT market, including advising clients on complex regulatory mandates.
Margarida Couto provides specialised advice on regulatory mandates working mainly with prominent domestic telecom companies.
Magda Cocco is a market leader in the TMT practice and assists with a full range of services, including transactional and regulatory matters. She also assists clients with the implementation of technologies, including fibre-optic and 5G systems.
"I would say that Magda is the best TMT lawyer in Portugal. She is very senior and has an incredible executive approach. She is clearly the go-to person in complex matters."
"Magda Cocco has extensive experience, ease of communication and an ability to understand our needs."