SA Law provides legal support to wealthy individuals and families in relation to tax planning, asset protection, estate planning, and pre-immigration issues. A name to note for cross-border matters, Fernando Martins is regularly seen advising on the implementation of investment vehicles and tax planning strategies. Martins jointly oversees the team alongside Gabriel Soares, whose core strengths reside in the organisation, taxation and succession of assets of high-net-worth individuals.
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- 'Fernando Martins is great. He wears the dual hat of lawyer and accountant, which gives him a great understanding of how to navigate numbers. He makes things simple to understand and is always ready to defend this opinion. He is one of the only lawyers I know who is not afraid to take a stance, which is really refreshing.'
- 'The partnership with SA Law has been remarkably fruitful, standing out for the exceptional competence and dedication of its team. Their commitment to excellence, combined with the effective and timely delivery of legal solutions, establishes this firm as a distinguished legal partner. Professional ethics and technical rigour are pillars that guarantee undoubted confidence in its services.'
- 'Gabriel Mercadante stands out for his dedication and expertise. His ability to provide effective legal solutions and his commitment to excellence are admirable. I recommend Gabriel for his professional ethics and consistent results, making him a reliable choice for those seeking high-quality legal advice.'
- 'The size of the firm is suitable for providing services to families looking for specialised care. Partner Fernando Martins has solid knowledge and experience in estate and succession planning, provides a completely personalised service, and clients receive appropriate guidance that is analysed for the specific case. He adequately understands the family group's situation and expected objectives.'
- 'SA Law's estate and succession planning team is extremely qualified and of the highest technical calibre, providing excellent legal advice to clients. The team's greatest differential is its personalised and close attention to the client, accompanying them at every stage of the process.'
- 'Gabriel Soares is a unique professional! He knows how to pass on his knowledge objectively and clearly, despite the complexity of the demands.'
- 'It has in-depth legal knowledge and is constantly updating its knowledge. Professionals who are accessible and quick to respond and act. Transparency and objectivity in dealing with the client's problems.'
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Fernando Martins, Gabriel Soares