About

GFDL Advogados is a Portuguese law firm based in Lisbon. Our team comprises highly skilled advisors and lawyers with international experience in law and business affairs.

Our dedicated teams handle all aspects of doing business and investing in Portugal and other Portuguese-speaking jurisdictions. We consolidate intellectually rigorous work with unique insights into business and cultural practices. A hands-on approach to projects accompanies our strong industry knowledge.

Our practices are divided into the following:

  • Corporate and commercial contracts
  • Capital markets
  • Tax and social security
  • Immigration and citizenship
  • Intellectual property
  • Employment and labour
  • Litigation
  • Public law

We are known for independent client-oriented advice, international footprint, and knowledge in niche sectors. We are engaged by a broad array of clients seeking innovative and reliable solutions in traditional and disruptive business areas.

Our client base includes companies, institutional entities, and private clients. We are known for independent client-oriented advice, international footprint, and knowledge in niche sectors. By working in niche areas of the legal arena, we remain at the industry’s vanguard as it adjusts to the innovations and complexities of business and life.

Our firm acts as a reliable partner by providing business-focused legal advice beyond borders and narrow areas of expertise.

We have accumulated knowledge in the following industries:

  • FinTech and blockchain
  • Private equity
  • Private client and asset protection
  • Media, sports and performing arts
  • Real estate and construction
  • Manufacturing and retail
  • Global talent advisory
  • Hospitality and leisure

In tandem with providing technical solutions, we strive to know and understand our clients’ businesses and the vectors that influence their industries. Our clients usually present complex needs, attractive projects, and challenging requirements.

Your goals, our expertise.