Event Report
On June 22nd, The Legal 500, in partnership with PLMJ, proudly announced the release of its inaugural GC Powerlist: Portugal 2023, after the split of the defunct GC Powerlist: Iberia. The highly anticipated launch event took place at the stunning rooftop office of PLMJ, located in Lisbon. Attended by more than 100 individuals, the event brought together the most prominent and successful in-house lawyers in Portugal, who gathered to celebrate this remarkable and well-deserved achievement. As a special segment, the publication included a Rising Stars section, where some of the country’s most promising in-house counsel were included.
The evening began with a warm welcome from Francisco Castro, the editorial lead for the GC Powerlist: Portugal at The Legal 500, who’s opening address set the tone for the event, expressing enthusiasm for the publication and its importance in recognising and honouring outstanding in-house lawyers in the country. He highlighted the rigorous selection process and commended the recipients for their significant contributions to the legal field.
Following Francisco’s introduction, the stage was handed over to Bruno Ferreira, the managing partner of PLMJ, who took the opportunity to extend his heartfelt congratulations to the individuals who were selected for the GC Powerlist: Portugal 2023. In his congratulatory speech, he emphasised the importance of their roles as in-house lawyers in providing essential support to businesses and driving legal excellence. Bruno’s words served as a testament to the dedication and hard work displayed by the honourees.
To conclude the speeches, Maria João FaÃsca, the head of legal at media giant Impresa, addressed her peers, eloquently highlighting the extraordinary achievement of being included in the GC Powerlist and the influence the publication has had on the development and recognition of in-house counsel in Portugal. Drawing from her own experiences, she shared inspiring stories and emphasised the significance of continuous growth and collaboration within the legal community. Her words resonated with the audience, acknowledging the collective success of the in-house legal professionals present.
Overall, the launch event for the GC Powerlist: Portugal 2023 was a grand celebration that honoured the most distinguished in-house lawyers in the country. With the picturesque backdrop of PLMJ’s rooftop office in Lisbon, the event created an atmosphere of recognition and camaraderie. The event successfully showcased the immense talent within the in-house counsel community and further solidified The Legal 500’s commitment to promoting and highlighting their exceptional work.
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