Singled out for its ‘pragmatism and knowledge’, the team at DLA Piper ABBC is regularly instructed by major multinationals in the full spectrum of data privacy, protection, and cybersecurity issues, notably in the implementation of compliance programmes and GDPR work. The team is jointly led by corporate and M&A specialist João Costa Quinta and Daniel Reis, who noted for his wealth of experience in tech-related matters and cybersecurity incidents. Highly regarded by clients for her 'in-depth knowledge of personal data', recently promoted partner Margarida Leitão Nogueira focuses on the intersection of IP and technology, often advising on privacy, data protection, and cybersecurity issues.

Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘The privacy and personal data protection team stands out for its pragmatism and knowledge of our business.’

  • ‘We highlight Margarida Leitão Nogueira for her in-depth knowledge of personal data and her availability and ability to clearly offer quick and effective answers to the questions presented to her.'

  • ‘Vanessa Patrocínio has a very good technical knowledge of issues related to data protection and is always available to answer our questions.'

  • 'We highlight some characteristics that make DLA Piper unique: exemplary professionalism; ethical and respectful treatment,; experience and in-depth legal knowledge; and ability to deal with a wide range of areas of law.'

  • 'They achieve remarkable results that demonstrate the firm's excellence.'

  • ‘Although the entire team deserves praise, we highlight some members, with whom we have had the privilege of working closely, including Margarida Leitão Nogueira.'

  • ‘DLA Piper provides us with a high quality service, proactively proposing the most appropriate solutions to our problems.'

Key clients

  • EDP
  • NielsenIQ
  • Marktest
  • Multipessoal
  • PPG Dyrup
  • Metro Markets
  • Yamaha
  • Michael Page
  • iMM
  • Randstad
  • Ibersol

Work highlights

  • Supporting EDPR on data protection matters.
  • Advising NielsonIQ on a regular basis.
  • Advising Ibersol on a regular basis.

Lawyers

Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

João Costa Quinta, Daniel Reis

Other key lawyers

Vanessa Patrocínio, Margarida Leitão Nogueira