Lauded for its ability to provide ‘pragmatic advice’, the corporate team at APTS - Alves Pereira & Teixeira de Sousa, S.P., R.L. stands out for its expertise in non-transactional corporate law matters. Additionally, the practice boasts strong sector knowledge in TMT, retail, and transport. Practice head João Alves Pereira has built a solid reputation advising on a range of transactions, both domestically and internationally.
Testimonials
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‘APTS not only provides legal advice on the highest professional level but also adapts to the client's needs with utmost flexibility. In international projects, they are able to give clear explanations on any particularities of Portuguese law.'
‘We worked with João Alves Pereira in a cross-border M&A project. His approach to the required legal due diligence review was very pragmatic and hands-on, and the advice during contract negotiations was most helpful and highly appreciated by our mutual client.'
‘The team knows our business very well. Pragmatic advice and direct contact with the clients make the difference.’
‘I always work with João Alves Pereira and his team. He is a very empathic lawyer who understands our business. He reads the game very well and knows to negotiate real solutions.’
Key clients
- Archon Systems Inc.
- Ares Capital Corporation
- Checkpoint Systems Portugal
- Corporate Benefits International GmbH
- Equivalenza Retail SLU
- Hahn Kunststoffe GmbH
- Glaukos Corporation
- Rentokil Initial
- Rowenta
- Water is Life Group
Work highlights
- Advising EDAL in relation to the execution and enforceability of an agreement with a Portuguese contractor for the design and construction of a new Engine Testing Facility acoustic screen for the existing aircraft engine test bay at Exeter Airport.
- Assisting and advising HAHN Kunststoffe GmbH in the acquisition of a majority interest in the Portuguese recycling company.
- Assisting Archon Systems Inc. with the incorporation of its Portuguese Subsidiary.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
João Alves Pereira