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Morais Leitão, Galvão Teles, Soares da Silva & Associados

Variously praised for its ‘great knowledge’ and ’in-depth understanding of the legal framework’, Morais Leitão, Galvão Teles, Soares da Silva & Associados houses a sizeable team which is well placed to provide comprehensive legal services, encompassing corporate and M&A, employment, dispute resolution, tax and public law. Managing partner Bernardo Lobo Xavier steers the corporate practice and stands out for his notable contributions to real estate transactions, where he has served as lead counsel to major supermarket and distribution chains, as well as for construction companies. Joaquim Vieira Peres focuses on competition law, both on a domestic and European level, while Luis Gagliardini Graca is active in the area of public concessions. Tax expert António Pedro Braga focuses on national and international corporate taxation of finance, and Nuno Peres Alves is recommended for his public law expertise. Paula Ponces Camanho handles labour litigation and social security matters, Carlos Osório de Castro is well versed in capital markets transactions, and João Anacoreta Correia coordinates the litigation and arbitration team. A key contact for sports clients, Paulo Rendeiro maintains an impressive transactional workload. António Lobo Xavier recently left the firm to become the chairman of EDP's General and Supervisory Board.

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‘MLGT is a reference firm; we highlight the quality of its service, availability, responsiveness and concern for the interests of its clients, offering global and comprehensive coverage, with innovative solutions.'
‘The general level of service is excellent, as they have a team that demonstrates good knowledge and in-depth understanding of the legal framework, high technical competence, professionalism and great negotiation skills.'
'They place the client's interest at the centre of the analysis and resolution of each problem. Moreover, the team is always available and able to give their opinion and work within demanding deadlines.'
‘We have worked mainly with António Pedro Braga. He is a great specialist in his practice, with in-depth knowledge of the general legal framework, ensuring that all issues are handled professionally and efficiently.'
‘I am very satisfied with the legal support provided by the Morais Leitão & Associados team.'
‘João Anacoreta Correia - in-depth knowledge of the company's needs and fully available to provide support in all necessary activities.’
‘The team is always available, flexible and possesses great knowledge of the matters under discussion. Close relationship with the client.'

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