Maria Dulce Soares
Abreu AdvogadosDescribed as the ‘most well-prepared firm in Porto’, Abreu Advogados draws considerable praise from clients, who turn to the team for its ’strong experience in corporate law’. Operating with a significant presence in Porto, the team is notably active in the real estate, life sciences and manufacturing sectors, focusing on core practice areas such as tax, corporate, employment, dispute resolution and banking. Maria Dulce Soares oversees the firm’s tax group, showcasing particular strength in contentious matters. Arbitration expert Paulo de Tarso Domingues is also skilled in litigation proceedings and corporate and commercial law mandates, while Rui Peixoto Duarte is singled out for his expertise in real estate and corporate law. Maria Santa Martha focuses on large-scale real estate deals, and José Carlos Vasconcelos is adept at negotiating complex commercial contracts. Corporate and M&A expert Maria de Deus Botelho is also recommended.
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Testimonials
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‘Rui Peixoto Duarte is noted for his pragmatic approach and fluency in French, which was an asset in a recent cross-border transaction.’
'The team is professional, transparent and knowledgeable.’
‘Strong experience in corporate law and ability to capture client needs and expectations.’
‘Rui Peixoto Duarte possesses the ability to interpret client needs and expectations.’
‘The general level of service is excellent, as they have a team that demonstrates good knowledge and in-depth understanding of the legal framework.'
‘We have worked mainly with Paulo Tarso Domingues and Rui Cardinal Carvalho. They are all experts in their practice, with in-depth knowledge of the general legal framework, ensuring that all issues are handled professionally and efficiently. ’
‘I recommend José Carlos Vasconcelos, who is an excellent lawyer, especially in the area of commercial and company law.'
‘For us, Abreu is the most well-prepared firm in Porto and even with the presence of other players, there is no other option for us.'
Key clients
- Abacate Ab
- Cary Group
- Cepsa
- E.Leclerc
- Genibet Biopharmaceuticals Sa
- Grupo Alberto Oculista
- Humble Group
- Msg Coffee House Limited
- Noble Faces, S.A.
- Ribaltcelebration, Lda - Azul Project
- Symington Family Estates
- TOTAL
Work highlights
- Advised Noble Faces on the setting up of a joint venture between two Israeli investors, in order to acquire 5 plots of land plus another land to be divided in 2 additional plots from an insolvent estate, to develop a real estate project in Vila Nova de Gaia.
- Advised Symington Family Estates on the purchase of Casa de Rodas.
- Advised Ribaltcelebration, Lda - Azul Project on the setting up of a joint venture for the Portuguese market with the purpose of developing a real estate project called Azul Project.
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Maria de Deus Botelho
Abreu Advogados
José Carlos Vasconcelos
Abreu AdvogadosPractice head
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Maria Dulce Soares, Paulo de Tarso Domingues, Rui Peixoto Duarte