Costa Pinto is home to an ‘experienced’ team that is well positioned to advise on the  full scope of corporate matters. Its diverse workload features a healthy volume of transactional work - including M&A, private equity deals, and corporate restructurings - as well as commercial contracts, corporate governance issues and shareholder agreements. José Costa Pinto, a key contact for domestic and foreign clients, sits at the helm of the practice, which is commended for its 'legal competence, dedication, problem-solving ability and client orientation'. Ana da Ponte Lopes, who joined from Banco de Portugal (Portugal's monetary authority) in February 2023, is the name to note for regulatory and compliance mandates.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘Very close attention to the clients' needs.’

  • ‘A team with expertise and proximity to the clients. Permanent involvement of partners.’

  • ‘José Costa Pinto is our go-to lawyer for corporate governance issues.'

  • ‘The law firm is unique for several reasons. It offers a high-quality service, with an experienced and specialised team, and is always ahead of the market in terms of innovation. The team is made up of lawyers with extensive experience in various areas of law, who are always ready to go the extra mile to meet the needs of their clients.'

  • The firm is constantly investing in new solutions to improve its clients' experience, and is committed to providing a high quality, personalised service adapted to the specific needs of each client.’

  • ‘The law firm has a team of experienced and qualified lawyers, who stand out in the national market for their legal competence, dedication, problem-solving ability and client orientation. I particularly recommend José Costa e Pinto.'

  • ‘A firm with a recognised practice in the market. José Costa Pinto is very involved in transactions. Great dealing with clients and relevant experience in the practice areas.'

  • ‘José Costa Pinto is a committed lawyer, who seeks solutions and is available to the client. The focus on the client is evident, and the treatment of legal issues is of high quality.'

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

José Costa Pinto

Other key lawyers

Ana da Ponte Lopes, Miguel Inácio Castro