DLA Piper ABBC’s renowned employment team routinely handles the labour aspects of large M&A transactions, collective bargaining negotiations and day-to-day issues for domestic and international companies. João Guedes, who is skilled in M&A due diligence and labour disputes, and Benjamim Mendes, a highly regarded practitioner with extensive experience in restructuring, layoff measures, and transfer of undertakings, jointly head up the department. Clients from an array of sectors, including financial services, insurance, retail and transport, regularly turn to Catarina Santos Ferreira for assistance with collective bargaining, dismissals and restructurings. Sara Leitão is especially sought after by companies seeking support in disciplinary proceedings, redundancy processes, and restructuring initiatives. Vitor Madeiras Rodrigues is no longer at the firm.
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‘The multidisciplinary firm can give efficient responses to the different needs of companies and is able to combine solid knowledge with the needs of companies.’
‘Benjamim Mendes has deep knowledge, critical capacity and high orientation towards the needs of companies.’
‘What distinguishes this firm is the ability to manage matters from a management perspective. This management model is largely due to the profile of Benjamim Mendes, an experienced leader who dominates legislation in all its aspects.'
‘Benjamim Mendes stands out for his seriousness, empathy, know-how, management skills and vision. He usually surrounds himself with good professionals, such as Daniela Rosa.’
‘DLA Piper ABBC stands out for the excellence of its services, and the knowledge and availability of its team.'
‘Good professionals who are dedicated and recognised in the field.'
‘Catarina Santos Ferreira's dedication and strategic thinking transform challenges into triumphs. Her commitment to excellence and knowledge of the sector gives us the confidence to reach new heights.’
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Sara Leitão
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João Guedes, Benjamim Mendes