Under the leadership of tax specialist João Espanha, the team at BROSETA Abogados is noted for its wide-ranging capabilities in tax-related mandates, with a strong track record assisting insurance companies and financial institutions on domestic and cross-border issues. Sara Botelho de Almeida is noted for her experience in tax litigation.

Established by Luís Castilho, formerly of Belim Castilho, in January 2025, boutique firm CASTILHO is well positioned to advise on the full range of tax matters, including tax planning, administrative appeals, court proceedings and tax compliance.

Founded in December 2025 by António Gaspar Schwalbach, formerly of Pares Advogados, tax boutique Spear Legal advises a wide range of clients on tax advisory and litigation matters.

Highlighted by clients for ' delivering high-quality technical work', Abreu Advogados acts for a diverse client base, including multinationals and high-net-worth individuals, on complex and innovative tax matters, including digital taxation, while also maintaining a strong footing in mainstream advisory and contentious mandates. The practice is underpinned by the expertise of founding partner Miguel Teixeira de Abreu, a leading authority in transfer pricing matters, and is co-led by Alexandra Courela, who advises domestic and international clients on sophisticated transactional and corporate tax mandates, and Nuno Cunha Barnabé, who focuses on advising HNWIs, family offices, and asset managers. Susana Duarte is particularly noted for her digital taxation expertise, while Joana Maldonado Reis specialises in financial sector and energy tax, as well as indirect taxes and matters concerning the circular economy.

A popular destination for leading domestic and international corporates and financial institutions, Cuatrecasas handles the full spectrum of tax work, spanning high-value transactional support and disputes before both administrative bodies and the courts. The department is under the direction of Serena Cabrita Neto, whose practice is centred on contentious tax and cross-border transactions, with a special emphasis on the energy, industrial and financial sectors. Tax controversy and tax audit are key areas of focus for Pedro Vidal Matos, who is skilled in international and EU tax law. On the transactional front, Gonçalo Bastos Lopes advises on the tax structuring of M&A, reorganisations, financings, and capital markets deals, while corporate income tax advisory work sits within the remit of Ana Helena Farinha. José Maria Cabral Sacadura is another name to note for transactional tax matters, international tax and transfer pricing.

The tax department at Garrigues Portugal advises clients from the banking, real estate, technology, and insurance sectors on both advisory and contentious matters, with a workload that includes high-value M&A deals and complex disputes before administrative authorities, judicial courts, and arbitral tribunals. The group is led by Pedro Miguel Braz, described by a client as 'the most knowledgeable and experienced tax litigation lawyer in Portugal'.  António Pedro Braga specialises in consultancy and transactional matters, and heads up the Porto office. Miguel Cortez Pimentel concentrates on international tax planning, M&A, and transfer pricing, while Isabel Vieira Dos Reis' expertise spans direct and indirect taxation, M&A and restructuring as well as tax compliance.

'Combining high technical expertise with pragmatism and a results-oriented mindset', the tax team at Linklaters works closely with the firm’s corporate practice and international offices to advise on significant transactional mandates, including high-value public and private M&A, demergers, spin-offs, capital markets deals, and financings. In addition to deal support, the group is also active in tax litigation, tax compliance and crisis management matters. The practice is led by the 'highly competent' and 'commercially minded' Rui Camacho Palma, whose work centres on international tax planning and the structuring of large-scale transactions. Inês Pisco Bento focuses on tax litigation.

With a strong following of multinational companies operating in a variety of sectors, financial institutions, funds, public institutions, and private clients, the tax practice at Morais Leitão, Galvão Teles, Soares da Silva & Associados is well positioned to advise on the full range of advisory and contentious matters. The team is active across sectors such as telecoms, energy, agribusiness, and real estate, and is regularly engaged in sophisticated mandates involving transactions, transfer pricing, high-stakes tax litigation and customs. The department is led by Lisbon-based Bruno Santiago, who regularly advises on transactional tax matters, spanning corporate reorganisations, M&A and foreign direct investment, and Francisco Mendes da Silva in Porto, noted for his expertise in tax litigation. Maria Gouveia focuses on transactional tax matters, and Ricardo Seabra Moura is recommended for tax issues pertaining to the financial, insurance, energy and real estate sectors.

PLMJ is well placed to advise on the tax aspects of major transactions, including multijurisdictional financing arrangements, corporate restructuring and acquisitions, private equity and venture capital investments, and tokenised assets. In addition to its transactional capabilities, the group also acts for a broad client base, comprised of blue-chip corporates, domestic and international banks, and fast-growing players in the fintech and energy sectors, in tax disputes. The practice is led by Isaque Ramos, whose work centres on transactional tax matters. Dinis Tracana focuses on cross-border transactional structuring, while Ricardo Reigada Pereira is skilled in tax planning and tax controversy cases. Teresa Oliveira Braga left the firm in January 2026.

The tax team at Uría Menéndez is regularly involved in complex cross-border M&A, private equity and capital markets transactions, and also advises on tax disputes and wealth management structures. The practice is led by Filipe Romão, whose work focuses on tax aspects of M&A, financial products, capital markets, real estate and project finance transactions. He also assists with international tax planning. Marta Pontes, noted for her 'availability, dedication and professionalism', also focuses on transactional tax matters and international tax planning, while António Castro Caldas specialises in transactional tax and wealth structuring mandates.

At VdA, the tax team is well positioned to advise clients operating in a wide range of sectors on the full range of matters, including tax structuring for major transactions and landmark tax disputes. The practice is overseen by Francisco Cabral Matos, whose experience spans transactional tax mandates, international tax planning and disputes. Cross-border advisory work, particularly in relation to major transactions and investments involving international funds, banks, insurance companies and real estate groups, is a core area for Tiago Marreiros Moreira. Miguel Reis handles both contentious and non-contentious tax issues, while Joaquim Pedro Lampreia is a highly regarded tax litigator. Additional senior input is provided by João Velez de Lima, a key contact for energy, industrial, real estate and telecoms sector clients, and by senior counsel Conceição Gamito, whose practice centres on VAT.

The tax practice at CMS advises on both advisory and contentious tax matters, with particular experience in transactional matters involving corporate and financing deals. The team is also regularly engaged on transfer pricing and wealth management issues. Patrick Dewerbe, who advises domestic and international clients on tax issues connected to real estate, energy, and financial transactions, as well as tax litigation, and Nuno Figueirôa Santos, whose practice includes advising private equity funds and ultra-high-net-worth individuals across a broad range of tax matters, jointly oversee the department. Mariana Coentro Ribeiro focuses on  corporate and international taxation, and also assists with wealth management and tax disputes.

Advising a broad mix of domestic and international clients, the tax team at DLA Piper ABBC is active across both contentious, advisory and transactional mandates. The practice is led by António Moura Portugal, who concentrates on international taxation and tax controversy, with particular experience in regulated sectors such as tobacco, online gaming, aviation, and energy. Administrative and judicial proceedings, including cases before higher instances, are a regular feature of the workload handled by Inês Teixeira, described by a client as 'a sharp and assertive tax lawyer with deep legal expertise and a pragmatic mindset'. On the advisory side, Ana Carvalho works on transactional tax matters and international taxation issues.

A boutique firm dedicated exclusively to tax, RFF Lawyers regularly advises clients operating in sectors such as energy, media, financial services, real estate and construction, demonstrating strong capabilities in both advisory and contentious work. Founder and managing partner Rogerio Fernandes Ferreira 'is highly hands-on and takes strong ownership of both the firm and client matters'; he has a wealth of experience in both non-contentious and tax litigation matters. Within the team, Vânia Codeço focuses on tax litigation, inspections and special contributions, and Marta Machado de Almeida is recognised for her work on indirect tax matters. Duarte Ornelas Monteiro leads on private client work, while Álvaro Silveira de Menezes oversees tax advisory mandates.

With experience in advisory and contentious matters spanning domestic, EU and broader international frameworks, the tax team at Sérvulo & Associados is regularly involved in the tax structuring of M&A transactions, financings and corporate reorganisations, as well as in judicial and administrative proceedings. The practice is jointly led by Ana Moutinho Nascimento, whose work centres on tax litigation and inspections, and Teresa Pala Schwalbach, who focuses on transactional tax and wealth management matters. Patrícia Guerra Carvalhal is also active in tax litigation.

The tax practice at SRS Legal advises Portuguese and international clients active in the banking, real estate, energy and consumer goods sectors, combining transactional tax structuring with a steady stream of contentious work. The team is led by Mafalda Alves, who handles the tax aspects of domestic and cross-border transactions while also representing clients in litigation. Dispute resolution is a core pillar of the practice, with Francisco Castro Guedes regularly acting in tax disputes at the administrative and judicial level.

Highlighted for its 'commitment, professionalism and consistent focus on achieving the best results for the client', the tax department at Antas da Cunha Ecija regularly advises on tax planning, the tax aspects of corporate restructurings and real estate transactions, and tax compliance. The practice is co-led by Joana Cunha d’Almeida, whose work spans tax planning, wealth management, and blockchain and crypto assets taxation, and João Magalhães Ramalho, who has particular experience in M&A, real estate and private client matters. Isabel Santos Fidalgo joined from Morais Leitão, Galvão Teles, Soares da Silva & Associados in December 2025.

The tax practice at CCA Law Firm advises on the structuring of domestic and cross-border M&A and real estate transactions and represents a wide range of clients in tax litigation proceedings. Key areas of expertise include mandates concerning online gambling tax, VAT on e-commerce businesses and the implementation of equity-based incentive plans in the corporate and start-up environments. Practice head Tânia De Almeida Ferreira routinely advises on the tax aspects of M&A transactions, corporate reorganisations, and financial and real estate deals. Indirect taxation, especially VAT, is a core focus for Filipe Gomes da Silva, while João Pedro Albuquerque handles both transactional and contentious matters, including administrative, judicial and arbitral proceedings.

At CS’Associados, tax advice is closely integrated with the firm’s corporate and finance practices, with a particular emphasis on assisting private equity firms and international players on the structuring of transactions, corporate reorganisations, and general tax planning. In addition to deal-related work, the group also represents corporate clients in tax litigation and provides assistance to HNWIs. The practice is co-led by António Rocha Mendes, who focuses on transactional tax and strategic advisory matters.

Advising a broad client base that includes large corporates, family-owned businesses and high-net-worth individuals, Durham Agrellos handles international asset restructuring, transactional matters, tax disputes and private wealth mandates across a wide range of sectors, including real estate, crypto assets, healthcare, energy, chemicals and manufacturing. The team is led by Miguel Durham Agrellos, who focuses on international tax, family governance, tax litigation and corporate restructuring, and Paulo da Rocha Pichel, whose practice centres on tax litigation and family governance structures.

Eversheds Sutherland  fields a tax team that assists with both domestic and international tax issues, regularly advising on the tax aspects of M&A, capital markets and financial services matters, transfer pricing, VAT and other indirect taxes. The group is also active in property tax issues. The practice is led by Diogo Bernardo Monteiro, whose tax experience covers corporate restructurings, foreign investment projects and cross-border transactions. Bruno Arez Martins is the name to note for tax litigation. Teresa Oliveira Braga joined from PLMJ in January 2026.

Tax litigation and the structuring and restructuring of corporate operations are central to the work undertaken by Ricardo da Palma Borges & Associados, which advises a diverse client base that includes banks, large companies and family-owned groups across the real estate, oil and gas, energy, agriculture, insurance and digital sectors. Founding partner Ricardo Da Palma Borges is described by a client as 'one of the best tax lawyers in Portugal, with an outstanding overview of Portuguese tax law and the complexity associated with assessments'; he plays a leading role on personal tax planning and consulting matters. Ana Isabel Correia takes the lead on tax disputes, while Ana Rita Pereira overseed the real estate tax planning and consulting arm of the practice.

Tax advice at TELLES is closely aligned with corporate activity, with the team regularly engaged on restructurings, M&A transactions, private equity investments and debt restructuring processes. The team is also engaged in wealth management and tax litigation matters. Practice head Miguel Torres, whose work spans both contentious and advisory tax matters, acts for a mix of domestic and international clients, and has notable experience in tax issues concerning the digital economy. Private client, wealth management and international tax issues are handled by João Luís Araújo, while Abílio Rodrigues focuses on non-contentious tax work for clients in the private equity, real estate, hospitality, transport infrastructure sectors.

Under the leadership of Gonçalo Cid, the tax practice at Andersen advises on the tax aspects of corporate, finance and real estate transactions, and is also well placed to assist with tax compliance, transfer pricing, tax litigation and wealth management. The team is particularly active in the construction, real estate, tech, industrial and insurance sectors. Marta Duarte Silva, who joined from Cuatrecasas in May 2025, possesses extensive experience in advising private clients and family offices on succession planning and wealth management.

José Calejo Guerra, a trusted adviser to domestic and international clients, including SMEs and HNWIs, leads the tax and international investment practice at CCSL Advogados, which stands out for its capabilities in tax planning and administrative and judicial disputes concerning income tax, stamp duty, and property taxes. On the private client front, the team is active in assisting relocation firms, investment banks and family offices with tax optimisation, estate planning and asset structuring.

Boutique firm Unit Legal – Sociedade de Advogados, SP, RL specialises in corporate and personal taxation matters, regularly advising companies from the insurance, financial services, IT and hospitality sectors as well as private clients. The team is skilled at assisting with the tax optimisation of corporate, financial and real estate transactions, and the setting up of new activities. Tax litigation and compliance are other key strengths. Founding partner Elsa Rodrigues advises on all aspects of corporate tax and international taxation.

The tax practice at Gama Glória is a popular destination for disruptive businesses seeking assistance with the tax implications of their operations and structural changes. The group is also proficient in tax controversy matters, with recent engagements in high-stakes VAT disputes. Leading the department is João Taborda da Gama, who excels in administrative and judicial tax litigation and also serves as an arbitrator in cases involving tax issues.

Highlighted by clients as providing 'exceptional service in tax M&A, restructuring and planning', the tax department at Gómez-Acebo & Pombo also has a strong track record in tax controversy matters, including litigation, appeals and constitutional cases. The group acts for a diverse client base comprised of domestic and international companies with operations in the energy, forestry, banking, insurance, TMT and retail sectors. Practice head Nuno Oliveira Garcia, described as being 'technically exceptional and creative in developing solutions that lead to successful outcomes', is singled out for his expertise in energy and environmental taxation.

With experience in corporate, transactional, transfer pricing, controversy, indirect and real estate tax matters, J+Legal advises domestic and international companies across a wide range of sectors, including tech, transport, sports and real estate. The department is led by Jaime Carvalho Esteves, who specialises in tax planning and the tax aspects of financial and M&A transactions. He also brings experience in tax mandates involving Angola and other Lusophone African countries.

With a strong presence in the infrastructure, banking, energy, pharmaceuticals, sports, construction, healthcare, retail and entertainment sectors, the tax practice at MFA Legal acts for multinationals, pension funds, banks, insurers and individuals in complex tax litigation proceedings and tax structuring of corporate transactions and energy projects. Practice head Samuel Fernandes de Almeida  is proficient in tax litigation and arbitration, transactional tax matters, transfer pricing and succession planning. Joana Lobato Heitor is also noted for her expertise in international tax planning, corporate reorganisations and relocation matters, with a focus on the telecoms, insurance and energy sectors.

Transactional and advisory tax specialist Susana Estêvão Gonçalves oversees the tax practice at Pérez-Llorca in Lisbon, which is regularly instructed by clients from the energy, infrastructure, private equity, healthcare, real estate and financial services sectors. In addition to the tax structuring of corporate transactions and energy and infrastructure projects, the team is also well placed to advise on reorganisations, equity capitalisations, VAT optimisation and tax controversy. Wealth management is another key focus for the group. Nicolle Barbetti offers assistance with M&A and international tax structuring.

The tax department at PRA - Raposo, Sá Miranda e Associados is equipped to advise mid-sized and large Portuguese companies across a range of sectors on the tax aspects of transactions, regularly working alongside the corporate practice. The team is also proficient in judicial and administrative tax proceedings, and assists with cross-border matters involving EU law and international tax implications. Nuno Oliveira Santos, who handles both tax advisory and contentious matters, oversees the department. Andreia Lima Cruz joined from Deloitte Legal Telles in February 2026.

Clients ranging from multinational groups to Portuguese companies and high-net-worth individuals instruct Albuquerque & Almeida on transaction-related tax matters, disputes and issues connected to Portugal’s non-habitual resident regime. The department is co-led by Henrique Nogueira Nunes and Paulo De Almeida, both of whom combine expertise in advisory and contentious tax mandates.

A specialist boutique focused on tax, Belim is particularly active in VAT and indirect tax matters, including representing clients in audits and proceedings before customs and tax authorities. Noted for its 'strong awareness of the market, tax authority guidelines and case law', the practice is jointly led by Catarina Belim, whose work centres on VAT advisory and litigation matters. In January 2025, the firm expanded with the arrival of associate partner Filipa Gomes Teixeira from Cuatrecasas, who advises private clients on wealth management and succession planning, while Inês Moreira dos Santos, who arrived from Antas da Cunha Ecija in January 2026, brings extensive experience in tax planning at the domestic and international levels.

With a practice spanning advisory and contentious mandates, Caiado Guerreiro is particularly active in matters involving VAT, customs and other indirect taxes. The department is co-headed by Tiago Caiado Guerreiro, whose work centres on international taxation, tax planning, VAT and administrative and judicial tax litigation; Ana Castro Gonçalves, who advises on tax matters connected to real estate investments and tourism activity; and recently promoted Duarte Moreno Murtinha, who assists with tax litigation.

Combining ongoing advisory support with involvement in cross-border transactions, particularly those connected to Lusophone African jurisdictions, Deloitte Legal assists corporate clients with a range of tax matters, inclucing tax controversy mandates. The practice is jointly led by Susana Soutelinho, who excels in tax litigation at the administrative level, and Jorge Costa Martins, who focuses on transactional tax matters, advising companies and individual clients.