A regular port of call for a number of large corporations, PLMJ‘s dedicated practice showcases demonstrable experience in cross-border compliance projects, audits, data breaches, litigation and the data protection aspects of high-value M&A. Practice head Pedro Lomba advises across a range of regulated sectors, including media, electronic communications, health, AI and advertising. A litany of major corporates turn to Inês Dias Pinheiro for her expertise in challenging data privacy and data protection compliance matters, and Marta Salgado Areias is noted for her expertise in IP, consumer law and IT matters.
Testimonials
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‘Nádia da Costa Ribeiro presents excellent technical knowledge in the area of data protection and the specific topics that were addressed, in addition to an above-average dedication to the topics that are under her coordination.'
'Nadia always seeks to find the best legal solutions to the questions raised in order to achieve the desired objectives, putting into practice your legal creativity whenever necessary.'
‘The team has a 360º view of the customer. Flexible and available for tailor-made solutions.'
‘Rita de Sousa Costa has great knowledge of the subject. Committed and seeking appropriate and integrated solutions in accordance with the client's profile. Interested and with a great capacity for engagement with the client.'
‘One of PLMJ's greatest assets is having teams specialised in a wide range of topics who can help us as quickly as necessary. They are always available to listen to our doubts and are able to adapt their speech, so that it becomes more understandable, for those who are not familiar with legal topics.'
‘Inês Dias Pinheiro provides simple explanations and has high availability to answer our questions and requests.'
‘Very fast and efficient team in addressing data protection issues within a competition law topic.'
‘Inês Dias Pinheiro: reference in data protection in Portugal. Excellent lawyer, lots of experience in managing complex issues, always attentive to details and great ability to anticipate and mitigate risks.'
Key clients
- TikTok
- Microsoft
- Danone
- Apple
- Empark Group
- Securitas
- Ford
- Meta
- Impresa
- Herbalife
- Glovo
- Ascendi
- CateringPor
- StartCampus
- United Investments Portugal
- Tabaqueira (Philip Morris International)
- H&M
- Defined.ai
- Flixbus
- REN
- Angola Cables
Work highlights
- Assisting Defined.ai regularly in reviewing contracts with clients, licensing agreements and advising on data and IP matters.
- Advised Microsoft's Portuguese subsidiary on a legal dispute centred around exercising the right to be forgotten regarding Bing's search engine.
- Advising H&M on data protection, image rights, and associated contractual terms.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Pedro Lomba