Portuguese and international companies from the worlds of financial services, retail and transport (among other) routinely seek PRA-Raposo, Sá Miranda & Associados, Sociedade de Advogados RL's advice on collective agreements, M&A-related employment issues, staff restructurings, and litigation. The team is helmed by Joana de Sá, lauded by clients for her ‘profound and sound legal competencies and real-life experience’. Key practitioners also include Helena Braga Marques, whose expertise encompasses labour, transport, family, and inheritance law, and Joana Cadete Pires.

Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘The team had a very personalised style to best meet my needs as a client and exhibited an extremely professional and committed approach. ’

  • ‘Joana de Sá shows profound and sound legal competencies and real-life experience, and stands out as a leader in labour and employment.'

  • 'Joana de Sá is extremely competent and professional, showing genuine care and close interaction with clients, offering tailored solutions, and accurately assessing legal implications in various scenarios.'
  • ‘PRA’s labour law team is always available, efficiently responding to challenges and proactively preventing compliance issues.'

  • ‘Their global presence, including offices in various regions, is very beneficial. I particularly commend Joana Sá’s excellent leadership.’

  • ‘Joana de Sá is an exceptional lawyer with practical acumen and meticulous attention to detail, demonstrating deep knowledge and commitment in employment and sustainability matters.’

  • ‘This firm is unique, combining competence, professionalism, speed, friendliness, and a human touch, which greatly benefits the client.’

  • ‘PRA is a reliable partner in the Portuguese legal market. Joana de Sá is remarkably responsive and practical, offering diverse team expertise.'

Key clients

  • Coliseu Micaelense
  • Employees of Groundforce Portugal

Work highlights

  • Represented Coliseu Micaelense in litigation proceedings brought by its former CEO alleging unfair dismissal.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Joana de Sá

Other key lawyers

Helena Braga Marques, Joana Cadete Pires