‘Sofia Costa Lobo and Leonor Barata da Cunha are two excellent professionals. I highlight their unquestionable technical knowledge, their dedication to all processes, and their deep understanding of our organisation. This knowledge of our company is fundamental to resolving the issues we bring to CMS. The relationship we have built together, based on respect, trust, partnership, sharing, and mutual admiration, is unbreakable.’

‘CMS Portugal distinguishes itself through excellence in legal services, combining in-depth knowledge, a personalised approach, and a results-oriented approach. The team is composed of highly qualified professionals with consolidated experience in labour law and various other areas, allowing them to offer integrated solutions tailored to our specific needs.‘

‚Commitment to ethics, transparency, and efficiency are fundamental pillars that underpin the firm’s reputation in the national legal market.’

‘What we value most is the ability of the DLA employment team to respond quickly and provide immediate, actionable solutions. In situations where timing is critical, the responsiveness and clarity have been key in helping us move forward with confidence.’

‘The firm distinguishes itself through a client-centric approach, offering rigorous, strategic, and results-oriented legal advice. Their priority is to ensure clear and practical solutions that combine technical depth with an understanding of each client’s industry.’ 

‘What makes the work of DLA Piper unique in Portugal is their enormous competence, excellent technical knowledge and continuous availability. They always work hard to find the best solutions for us. And in court, when needed, they are great professionals.’

‘Morais Leitão is a firm of excellence. Its practice areas are staffed by top professionals, and the rigour and excellence of the law firm are recognised in the market. Morais Leitão shares risks with its clients and views legal counsel as a true business partnership.‘

‚The labour law team is one of the best in the country, and Helena Tapp Barroso’s vast and comprehensive knowledge stands out in the Portuguese legal counsel landscape.’

‚This team stands out for the transparency with which it provides advice: they never created false expectations or illusions for us. Transparency and assertiveness are fundamental values for us, and this team is aligned with our values.’

‘The quality of service provided was excellent. What set PLMJ apart from other firms was undoubtedly the team. Their labour law knowledge was above market standards, considering the specific issues our company faced this year. Furthermore, the team maintained close collaboration with the company and a very flexible and assertive communication style.’

‘PLMJ’s team is not only professional, but reliable and always strives to ensure they meet the client’s needs.’

‘At PMLJ, excellence is paramount. Partners and associates are extremely professional and competent. Completely dedicated to the client, they are able to define the best strategies to resolve labour law issues.’

‘SRS Legal’s labour team stands out for its unquestionable technical expertise in various areas of labor law, from A to Z. Their legal counsel is client-oriented, focused on obtaining the best solution. They are an extremely trustworthy legal partner; we couldn’t be in better hands.’

‘What stands out most about this firm is how it manages to combine professionalism with genuine client closeness. It’s not just a legal service, but very close support, always available and attentive to our needs. The quality comes from the attention to detail, the speed of response, and the confidence the team inspires. In addition to deep legal knowledge, they stand out for their availability, the practical way they present alternatives, and the clarity of their communication.’

‘We have worked with SRS for several years now, and they have a very good grasp of our entity’s organisational and employment structure. They have always given us very good legal advice, complying rigorously with local labour law, ensuring that the entity does not face any legal or reputational risks.’

‘High availability. Rigorous and technically sound in providing answers. Extensive experience in labour law.’

‘Abreu Advogados possesses a deep understanding of our company’s business, policies, and management style. In labour law, the firm demonstrates solid experience, both in monitoring market practices and in understanding the complexity inherent in the sector and the company’s culture. It also stands out for its continuous updating regarding trends and legislative changes, coupled with particular sensitivity to employee issues.’

‘The service provided is characterised by thorough and prompt explanations, coupled with excellent customer relations. The explanations given have also been absolutely reliable.’

‘Clear and firm speech, clarity, presents solutions tailored to the desired outcome, quick response and availability.’

‘Andersen’s labour team distinguishes itself through a combination of in-depth technical knowledge of labour law and a practical approach, oriented towards concrete solutions that directly support business management.‘

‚The quality of service provided is evident in its ability to respond quickly, clear communication, and adapt to complex contexts, reconciling legal requirements with clients‘ business needs.‘

‘The CS’Associados team is highly professional, very focused on client needs and the suitability of the solution to be delivered. Excellent service levels, both in terms of response time and quality. Very knowledgeable and experienced in their respective fields.’

‘They are a multidisciplinary team always prepared to give us the best support, with proactive follow-up. They convey enormous confidence in the information they share, always focused in an assertive and objective manner.’

‘A very consistent team, with Pedro Furtado Martins, Maria Barbosa, and Sara G. Duarte standing out.’

‘The labour law team at Cuatrecasas, led by Rui Vaz Pereira, is a team of excellence. Beyond their legal brilliance and excellent technical skills, this team adds value through their close client relationship, working as a true extension of the team.‘

‚They know the client, get involved and experience their issues intensely, and are tireless in their pursuit of the best solutions. Without a doubt, the labour law department is, if not the best, one of the best in the market in which it operates.’

‘Cuatrecasas possesses extensive knowledge of our group’s companies, our way of working and thinking, and our employees. This helps us a lot and makes the processes much more agile. Furthermore, their pragmatic approach should be highlighted.’

‘Garrigues Portugal stands out in the national legal landscape for its combination of technical rigour and close client relationships. The team comprises experienced and highly qualified professionals, recognised for their ability to simplify legal complexities and transform challenges into practical and secure solutions.‘

‚The quality of service is based on ethical, collaborative, and solution-oriented conduct. Each process is carried out with a commitment to understanding the client’s context and objectives, ensuring precise, agile legal responses tailored to the company’s reality.’

‘The way it seeks solutions to the legal problems that arise daily, with a high success rate, allows it to acquire and maintain a high level of trust in the services provided.’

‘This Portuguese law firm stands out in the national market for combining deep local expertise with an international outlook. The team is recognised for its pragmatic, business-oriented approach and its ability to deliver clear, commercially sound legal advice.’

‘The team at Sérvulo & Associados stands out for its deep expertise in Portugal’s Tech Visa and other visa categories, providing thorough, attentive, and practical guidance. Their responsiveness and willingness to carefully explain each step ensure clients feel supported through complex immigration processes.’

‘The labour law department at Sérvulo & Associados has established itself as an undeniable benchmark in the national legal landscape. It is an extraordinarily versatile team, technically impeccable, and with a culture of excellence that permeates all levels of seniority. Its work combines profound legal rigour with strategic vision and practical sensitivity, qualities that are reflected in a very high success rate and client loyalty.’

‘Good professionals with excellent knowledge of labour law.’

‘Dedicated and always seeking solutions that meet the client’s needs.’

‘We got timely and professional answers to our questions and good general briefings, exceeding our expectations.’

‘We are fully satisfied with the performance of the VdA team. The level of professionalism demonstrated is consistently high, exceeding our expectations. Their responsiveness is not only quick, but swift and proactive, ensuring that support for our company as a client is never delayed. This combination of speed and accuracy has been fundamental to the effective management of our legal challenges.’

‘VdA stands out for its technical excellence, rigour, and collaborative approach, offering practical solutions tailored to the business. The team demonstrates deep legal and sectoral knowledge, great availability, and a results-oriented approach.’

‘Manuel Cavaleiro de Brandão demonstrates profound theoretical and practical knowledge, resulting from extensive professional experience. He stands out in client relations, inspiring confidence and conveying serenity in the face of complex and urgent issues. He demonstrates strong team leadership, transparency, and a sense of justice.‘

‘A team that is always approachable. They work very efficiently and always with great friendliness.’

‘Personalised and efficient support in highly complex processes.’

‘Diogo Leote Nobre is an excellent lawyer. He not only masters the law but also has in-depth knowledge of the structures, equipment, processes, and people involved, which not only facilitates the work but, above all, brings enormous confidence to the client.’

‘The team is very available, quick, and efficient. Their expertise in the field is solid, which greatly facilitates our daily work because we can trust them completely and delegate areas of expertise that we lack.’

‘The quality of the service is based on our ability to offer integrated, agile, and strategically designed legal solutions that combine technical rigour with business pragmatism. The team is recognised for its availability, ethics, and commitment to creating value for the client, which guarantees lasting relationships of trust.’

‘The professionals combine technical expertise, critical thinking, and a collaborative spirit. Each team member shares the same culture: serving the client with excellence, integrity, and innovation.’

‘I highlight their willingness to solve problems and to propose solutions always tailored to the problem and the company, their ease of communication, and their quick response.’

‘A team that understands the client’s needs and adapts very quickly to schedules.’

‘Inês Arruda, with her knowledge, experience, and practicality, stands out in the market.’

‘Clear and easy communication, availability (almost always immediate), ability to understand and adapt their opinions to our business culture.’

‘Available, open to finding alternative solutions, friendly and customer-focused. Clear communication.‘

‘Team versatility. Quick response. Friendliness. Professionalism. Social responsibility.’

‘Recognised competence and experience in the field, with a strong pragmatic approach and always providing relevant technical solutions.’

‘The firm’s high reputation, as well as the diversity of areas of expertise, has proven to be a strength in meeting our organisational needs. What distinguishes Linklaters is its technical competence, above average, translating into high effectiveness in framing and problem-solving capabilities.‘

‚Response time was exceptionally short, which allowed for the removal of burdens in some processes at an early stage, determining the quality of decisions made by senior management. Enormous agility in process management. Considering the size of the firm, the flexibility, agility, and competence are clearly superior to those of other societies in the market.’

‘They are extremely dedicated and professional, available, and open to explaining everything that is asked of them. They respond promptly, the quality of the work they develop is enormous – excellence and dedication combined with trustworthiness.’

‘What distinguishes this firm is its close client relationship, commitment, and technical excellence. They offer integrated legal solutions with the necessary rigour to effectively address the complex challenges that companies face.’

‘This is a team that combines in-depth legal knowledge with an ability to immediately understand the client’s business, its transformations, the regulatory impacts of these transformations, and the various underlying business models.‘

‘Kindness, empathy, professionalism, availability, and knowledge.‘

‘Proximity to the customer and a highly dynamic team.’

‘A highly qualified and multidisciplinary team, composed of professionals with various skills that complement each other effectively.’

‘Gonçalo Pinto Ferreira is a professional of great balance and professionalism, capable of adapting to rapidly changing contexts.’

‘We work mainly with Sofia Pamplona, who demonstrates outstanding availability, attitude and exceptional clarity of information.’

‘Gonçalo Pinto Ferreira’s understanding of our business is critical to the success of this service; he speaks the language of business and aligns legal requirements without adding unnecessary complexity, even on more complex matters.’

‘João Salvador takes care of his clients and has a broad knowledge of industry-specific and general Portuguese legislation. I always recommend him when someone is searching for a lawyer in Portugal.’

‘The firm provides excellent service, closely focusing on client needs and interacting with the client’s internal team.‘

‚João Salvador and Leonor Barata are highly focused and attentive professionals who proactively seek the best solutions to accommodate the client’s interests.’

‘A highly skilled team, technically prepared and with a young and open mindset, which allows them to find innovative and out-of-the-box solutions to the latest challenges in labour relations. Excellent interpersonal skills, open to discussion, without dogmas, which allows them to design innovative and flexible solutions.’

‘We highlight the comprehensive nature of the service provided to us, which is delivered in an extremely professional and personalised manner. Matters are addressed holistically within the context of the company’s activities, rather than in an isolated and limited way for each specific issue.’

‘The professionals we have worked with have demonstrated full commitment to the company, along with consistently professional conduct, prioritising in-person or online meetings for in-depth discussions of the matters at hand. They thoroughly familiarise themselves with the issues in order to provide quick, well-structured and well-founded orientations, always respecting the company’s decisions.’

‘Without any doubt, the standout lawyer is Roberta; from day one of the partnership with our company, her service has been outstanding in every respect.’

‘Dália Cardadeiro is highly competent, available, proactive and collaborative, with many years of in-depth knowledge of our company and a consistent ability to propose strong and practical solutions.’

‘We genuinely feel that Alexandra Almeida Mota is almost one of our colleagues, such is her level of involvement and commitment.’

‘Cerejeira Namora & Marinho Falcão specialised support in crucial areas, with a level of expertise that I would describe as excellent.‘

‚The firm provides great support in formal contact and communication with the two workers‘ unions within the company, particularly through the review of company agreements. It also provides significant support in more complex disciplinary proceedings and directly handles litigation disputes in court, in lawsuits filed by workers against the company.‘

‚The firm naturally inspires confidence in its ethics, professionalism, and technical competence.’

‘The Deloitte Legal Team has in-depth knowledge of labour law and always finds solutions in conflict situations that minimise costs for the company, depending on the scenario. This includes anticipating and resolving problems by identifying the actions to be taken to avoid and comply with legal obligations.‘

‘Pedro Ulrich is tireless in following up on topics, being crucial in resolving sometimes the most difficult cases in this area of work.‘

‚From his team, we highlight Stéphanie Gonçalves, who is also very quick and efficient in responding to requests for follow-up on topics and cases.’

‘Gama Glória has proven to be an absolutely exceptional legal partner in supporting our company. What we value most is the team’s ability to translate complex legal concepts into clear and applicable solutions, reconciling Portuguese labour and tax law with international compensation and incentive practices.‘

‚In terms of innovation, we highlight their experience in structuring stock option plans adapted to the Portuguese context, something still relatively unexplored in the national market.’

‘Gama Glória stands out for its close client relationship and its ability to combine technical expertise with a deep understanding of the context in which the company operates. Working in a start-up environment, we particularly value how they interpret our challenges and present legal and functional recommendations tailored to our specific situation.‘

‘Excellent professionals, always attentive to problems and always available. Excellent service.’

‘The labour law department at Gómez-Acebo & Pombo stands out for its rare combination of deep technical knowledge, strategic vision, and a highly collaborative and client-focused approach.‘

‚The team demonstrates an exceptional understanding of the labour law framework, both nationally and internationally, combining legal rigour with remarkable practical and business acumen.‘

‘Raposo Bernardo is an example of high quality, commitment to clients, personalised services, and extensive legal experience in labour law.‘

‘Working with Raposo Bernardo is synonymous with quality legal service and exceptional results in a timely manner.‘

‘Ana Cláudia Rangel is an extremely diligent, attentive, and meticulous lawyer, but at the same time quite creative in the search for legal solutions and arguments for complex problems, which she handles in an assertive and effective manner.’