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PLMJ

Lauded for its ‘prompt, accurate and solution-focused’ advice, PLMJ remains a strong choice for clients seeking expertise across a broad spectrum of legal matters, including corporate and M&A, public law, employment, tax, and dispute resolution. Steering the practice is Filipe Avides Moreira, who stands out for his focus on the infrastructure and construction sectors. Diogo Duarte Campos, a public law expert, is noted for his professionalism in handling both contentious and non-contentious matters. José Pedro Anacoreta is a key adviser on employment and social security issues, with a particular focus on regulatory issues and restructuring processes. Senior consultant Raquel Freitas stands out for her specialisation in environmental law.

Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

‘PLMJ is a very efficient firm in all practices, and particularly, in all matters related to energy and construction projects. Their responses are prompt, accurate and solution-focused. They have a very precise understanding of the standard risks and disputes associated to these areas and provide a very comprehensive approach to any advice required.'
‘Joana Brandão and Diogo Duarte de Campos are very good lawyers, they are quickly available, open to discuss any matter and eager to listen to the client. They are both willing to understand all matters, take into account all alternatives but also willing to defend their own opinion, and present the most adequate advice, explaining the client both the risks and the possible solutions.'
‘We believe that PLMJ has a team with strong knowledge in the area. They are very professional and competent in the subjects they cover and always try to alert us and clarify any doubts we have. They are willing to help and are very attentive.'
'Collaboration between team members is notable, which makes the work even more effective.'
'The case was conducted by the PLMJ team with extreme efficiency and competence, absolute dedication, ample availability of human, technical and logistical resources and resources, resulting in a positive outcome.'
‘Very professional and above all very diligent.'
‘Team of professionals always attentive to questions asked, accuracy and availability. Exceptional service quality.'
'Teresa Oliveira Braga is an excellent professional.'

Key clients

Altri Florestal
Atepeli
Celtejo
Crédti Agricole – Corporate & Investment Bank
Coindu
Monteiro Ribas
HB Fuller
IPO
Mecwide, S.A.
Neya Hotels
Porto Vivo, SRU
Quinta do Vallado
Ramada Aços, S.A.
Schibsted AS – Lendo Group
Simpar S.A.
Wipro
Apiphani Inc.

Work highlights

Advised the shareholders of Quinta do Vallado on the sale of 50% of the share capital of the company to TEAK Capital.
Advising Glovo on more than 550 legal actions brought by the Labour Authorities in order to recognise employment agreements of couriers.
Assisted TCC with the acquisition of the remaining 60% stake in Cimpor Portugal from the Turkish group OYAK, giving it 100% ownership of the company.