With extensive expertise in domestic and international litigation and arbitration proceedings, Linklaters‘ dispute resolution team stands out for its skill in managing high-stakes commercial disputes. With an impressive array of blue-chip multinational clients on its books, the team is active across the banking, healthcare, pharma, construction, insurance and tech sectors. At the helm sits Nuno Ferreira Lousa, who advises on the full range of disputes and arbitration proceedings, as well as on regulatory investigations covering compliance, fraud and anti-corruption. Ricardo Guimarães stands out for his expertise in construction disputes, IP litigation and competition class actions. Raquel Galvão Silva excels in international arbitration, most notably proceedings involving financial, energy, construction and healthcare disputes. Manuel De Abreu Castelo Branco left the firm in December 2024.

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Key clients

  • Novo Banco, S.A.
  • Banco BPI, S.A.
  • Pfizer Group
  • Lusitania, Companhia de Seguros, S.A.
  • Luz Saúde, S.A. (Fosun Group)
  • SIBS – SGPS, S.A.

Work highlights

  • Representing Novo Banco in several high-profile disputes.

Lawyers

Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Nuno Ferreira Lousa
Linklaters
Ricardo Guimarães
Linklaters
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Raquel Galvão Silva
Linklaters

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Nuno Ferreira Lousa

Other key lawyers

Ricardo Guimarães, Raquel Galvão Silva, Carmina Campos Pina, Tatiana Lisboa Padrão