Praised for its ‘high technical knowledge’, the data privacy and protection team at Abreu Advogados is a popular destination for household name companies seeking assistance with cross-border data transfers, GDPR compliance, audits and privacy policies. Under the leadership of Ricardo Henriques, the practice excels at assisting clients across the TMT, insurance, healthcare, life sciences and retail sectors. Henriques is noted for his focus on technology, advising on matters such as software licensing, compliance projects regarding emerging technologies and issues related to e-commerce, including data protection-related matters. Senior associate José Maria Alves Pereira has extensive experience in mandates concerning GDPR compliance.

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Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • 'The Abreu team offers us enormous confidence in the work we entrust them with. We consider that their mastery of the subject, the experience of the professionals and above all their permanent updating and practical sense when advising us makes them unique.'

  • ‘The team at Abreu Advogados is always reliable and provides excellent support in IT matters, including the protection of personal data.'

  • 'Ricardo Henriques is always available to provide practical advice to clients. His knowledge and understanding of the client's needs in the Portuguese market make him a great partner to work with.’

  • ‘The team is absolutely dedicated to the client.'

  • ‘Quality team, with high technical knowledge of the subject of privacy and personal data protection. It distinguishes itself from others due to its concern for understanding the client's reality, which is very relevant for the type of service it provides. The team is always available and manages priorities based on the client's needs.'

  • ‘I recommend Ricardo Henriques for his technical knowledge and team management skills.'

  • ‘I highlight partner Ricardo Henriques and associate José Maria Alves Pereira, both for their total availability and specialised knowledge in the area of ​​data protection and innovative technologies.’

  • ‘Abreu Advogados has a well-established privacy and data protection practice. They are my go-to law firm in Portugal for these matters.'

Key clients

  • Acciona
  • Bial
  • Casio
  • Coca-Cola
  • Colt Technology Services
  • CooperVision
  • Daimler
  • Enterprise
  • Essity
  • Federal Express (Fedex)
  • Fresenius SE & Co Kgaa
  • Genpact (Pnmsoft)
  • Globalvia
  • Google
  • Ikea Group
  • Lidl & Companhia
  • Mitsubishi Motors Corporation
  • Netflix
  • Porsche
  • Primark
  • Robert Bosch GmbH
  • Sap
  • Sitel
  • Thea Laboratoires
  • Veolia
  • Visa
  • Vodafone

Work highlights

  • Assisting Porsche with several projects related to its online business and connected car services.
  • Advising Primark on a data protection project related to communication tools for employees.
  • Assisting LIDL with data protection and cybersecurity matters.

Lawyers

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Ricardo Henriques

Other key lawyers

Simão de Sant’Ana, José Maria Alves Pereira