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General Business Law: Corporate | Europe

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The below General Business Law: Corporate rankings table provides market-leading insights on the top ranked lawyers and law firms whose advice and legal services can be purchased in Porto. The rankings are the result of extensive research by our internal research team, who conduct interviews with in-house counsel, other third-party experts and private practice lawyers who have worked alongside them. Use our table and ranking system to identify the most suited provider of legal services for you.

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Senior Statespeople

  1. Carlos Lucena
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    Carlos Lucena
    TELLES
    TELLES | General Business Law: Corporate
    2024 | Senior Statespeople | 17 Years Ranked
    Carlos Lucena is a hugely respected corporate lawyer who earns praise for his management of complex transactional mandates on behalf of funds and corporate clients.
  2. Carlos Osório de Castro
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    Carlos Osório de Castro
    Morais Leitão, Galvão Teles, Soares da Silva & Associados, SP, RL.
    Morais Leitão, Galvão Teles, Soares da Silva & Associados, SP, RL. | General Business Law: Corporate
    2024 | Senior Statespeople | 18 Years Ranked
    Market commentators identify Carlos Osório de Castro as one of the most high-profile corporate lawyers in the market. In addition to his advice on the negotiation of cross-border strategic partnerships between major corporates, Carlos Osório de Castro plays a supporting role in varied disputes mandates.
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Band 1

  1. Tomás Pessanha
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    Tomás Pessanha
    Garrigues
    Garrigues | General Business Law: Corporate
    2024 | Band 1 | 17 Years Ranked
    Tomás Pessanha leads major corporate mandates, including the establishment of transatlantic joint ventures and company restructurings. He also acts for companies investing as limited partners in private equity funds.
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Band 2

  1. Bernardo Maria Lobo Xavier
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    Bernardo Maria Lobo Xavier
    Morais Leitão, Galvão Teles, Soares da Silva & Associados, SP, RL.
    Morais Leitão, Galvão Teles, Soares da Silva & Associados, SP, RL. | General Business Law: Corporate
    2024 | Band 2 | 11 Years Ranked
    Bernardo Maria Lobo Xavier handles corporate transactions and real estate acquisitions. He is well known among market commentators as a key partner in the firm's Porto office.
  2. Eduardo Verde Pinho
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    Eduardo Verde Pinho
    Morais Leitão, Galvão Teles, Soares da Silva & Associados, SP, RL.
    Morais Leitão, Galvão Teles, Soares da Silva & Associados, SP, RL. | General Business Law: Corporate
    2024 | Band 2 | 17 Years Ranked
    Market commentators highlight Eduardo Verde Pinho for his handling of M&A transactions. He also offers support on contractual issues.
  3. Isabel Gião de Andrade
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    Isabel Gião de Andrade
    VdA
    VdA | General Business Law: Corporate
    2024 | Band 2 | 15 Years Ranked
    Isabel Gião de Andrade is a focused corporate law practitioner. She advises on corporate restructurings and transactions, including significant cross-border mandates. She also has experience in the negotiation of supply and distribution contracts.
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Band 3

  1. Filipe Avides Moreira
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    Filipe Avides Moreira
    PLMJ
    PLMJ | General Business Law: Corporate
    2024 | Band 3 | 11 Years Ranked
    Filipe Avides Moreira advises on domestic and international corporate transactions and restructurings including those that have a key real estate or energy component. He also acts on the investor side of venture capital deals.
  2. Joaquim Vieira Peres
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    Joaquim Vieira Peres
    Morais Leitão, Galvão Teles, Soares da Silva & Associados, SP, RL.
    Morais Leitão, Galvão Teles, Soares da Silva & Associados, SP, RL. | General Business Law: Corporate
    2024 | Band 3 | 18 Years Ranked
    Joaquim Vieira Peres is a top-ranked competition lawyer based in the firm's Porto office. He is well placed to handle competition and M&A mandates.
  3. Paulo de Tarso Domingues
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    Paulo de Tarso Domingues
    Abreu Advogados
    Abreu Advogados | General Business Law: Corporate
    2024 | Band 3 | 9 Years Ranked
    Paulo de Tarso Domingues advises on corporate and commercial mandates, including project development and corporate restructuring. Interviewees highlight his academic background and note his prominence in the market.
  4. Rui Peixoto Duarte
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    Rui Peixoto Duarte
    Abreu Advogados
    Abreu Advogados | General Business Law: Corporate
    2024 | Band 3 | 11 Years Ranked
    Rui Peixoto Duarte is a key partner in the firm's corporate and real estate practices. He advises international companies on the establishment of Portuguese subsidiaries and the acquisition of companies and land plots.
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Band 4

  1. Francisco Espregueira Mendes
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    Francisco Espregueira Mendes
    TELLES
    TELLES | General Business Law: Corporate
    2024 | Band 4 | 7 Years Ranked
    Francisco Espregueira Mendes has a broad corporate and commercial practice that includes corporate restructurings, share acquisitions and sales.
  2. João Coelho de Pinho
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    João Coelho de Pinho
    Miranda & Associados
    Miranda & Associados | General Business Law: Corporate
    2024 | Band 4 | 3 Years Ranked
    "João Coelho de Pinho is a skilful and prepared lawyer. He handles complexity with amazing dexterity and provides comprehensive advice in every situation."
  3. Jorge Simões Cortez
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    Jorge Simões Cortez
    Morais Leitão, Galvão Teles, Soares da Silva & Associados, SP, RL.
    Morais Leitão, Galvão Teles, Soares da Silva & Associados, SP, RL. | General Business Law: Corporate
    2024 | Band 4 | 15 Years Ranked
    Jorge Simões Cortez stands out for his market reputation in corporate mandates. He advises on the sale of telecoms infrastructure and the negotiation of sharing agreements in cross-border transactions.
  4. Miguel Miranda
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    Miguel Miranda
    PRA - Raposo, Sá Miranda & Associados
    PRA - Raposo, Sá Miranda & Associados | General Business Law: Corporate
    2024 | Band 4 | 3 Years Ranked
    "Miguel is always available. He has a high degree of legal knowledge and a strong business and customer sense."
  5. Pedro Sá
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    Pedro Sá
    PRA - Raposo, Sá Miranda & Associados
    PRA - Raposo, Sá Miranda & Associados | General Business Law: Corporate
    2024 | Band 4 | 3 Years Ranked
    Pedro Sá attracts attention for his handling of M&A transactions on behalf of Porto-headquartered companies.
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Up and Coming

  1. Manuel Liberal Jerónimo
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    Manuel Liberal Jerónimo
    Garrigues
    Garrigues | General Business Law: Corporate
    2024 | Up and Coming | 6 Years Ranked