CMS
Counting large domestic and multinational companies among its key client roster, CMS is well versed in cross-border compliance projects, data transfers, GDPR-related work, and privacy policy matters. The practice is spearheaded by IP specialists José Luís Arnaut and João Leitão Figueiredo. Arnaut often acts for public and private companies in the implementation of compliance programmes, while Figueiredo is noted for his expertise in data breaches, data transfers and issues pertaining to online tracking. Associate Sara Rocha is another key individual to note for mandates involving the protection of personal data, including compliance projects and privacy policies.
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Testimonials
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‘CMS stands out for its lawyers' knowledge of legislation, doctrine and authorities' decisions in this area of law, as well as their ability to convey them clearly and adapt their advice and solutions to clients' concerns.’
‘João Leitão Figueiredo has a deep and comprehensive technical knowledge of legislation, even when it comes to recently published legislation, as well as the ability to understand the client's reality, providing practical and efficient legal support.’
‘Dedicated team, always available and focused on client needs. High quality work and solid knowledge in the area.’
‘João Leitão Figueiredo - Lawyer with extensive experience and in-depth knowledge in the area. Great ability to adapt to client needs. Always available to present solutions. Establishes relationships of trust and closeness.'
'Sara Rocha - Always available, dedicated and diligent. Her work is of high quality and reveals the solidity of his knowledge. Cultivates proximity to customers.’
‘The entire team's work is exceptional, revealing great proximity and ability to resolve the most complex issues. I highlight, in particular, partner João Leitão Figueiredo for his special knowledge of the area, leadership skills, involvement and training of clients in the area of privacy and data protection.'
‘From the team, I highlight partner João Leitão Figueiredo, not only for his unquestionable knowledge in the area of privacy and data protection, but equally (and no less important) for the team's special leadership capacity, availability and accessibility, permanent transmission of know-how.'
Key clients
- Galp Group
- Delta Cafés (Nabeiro Group)
- Fromageries Bel
- Bensaude Group
- Essilor Portugal
- DaVita Group
- Angelini Group
- Solera Group (Audatex)
- SRT Group (Stuart)
- Vinci Energies
- EDP Group
- IKEA Industries
- NAV Portugal
- DOUGLAS GmbH
Work highlights
- Advising all companies of GALP Group on a daily basis on data protection and privacy matters.
- Advising all companies of Nabeiro Group (Delta Cafés) on a daily basis on data protection, privacy and compliance matters in Portugal, Spain, France, Luxembourg, Switzerland, Angola and Brazil.
- Advising all companies of the Bel Group on a daily basis on data protection, privacy, and compliance matters.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
José Luís Arnaut, João Leitão Figueiredo