Abreu Advogados fields a ‘very dynamic’ team, praised for its ‘consistent high quality service’ in the full spectrum of contentious and non-contentious IP matters. With a diverse roster of domestic and international clients on its books, the ‘top-notch’ practice covers trade mark and patent prosecution, litigation, unfair competition, copyright protection and licensing matters, among other matters. The practice is jointly steered by three IP specialists: Manuel Durães Rocha, who works primarily in the areas of intellectual and industrial property in the health and pharmaceuticals sector; António Andrade, noted for his focus on pharmaceutical patent litigation and issues related to the health sector; and Ricardo Henriques, who advises clients on the gamut of IP matters, focusing particularly on the technology sector. César Bessa Monteiro, jr  is recommended for his vast experience in matters related to innovation, inventions, brands, trade secrets, unfair competition, copyrights and design.

Garrigues Portugal maintains its status as a ‘trusted and highly respected’ choice for a diverse clientele spanning the media and entertainment, pharmaceuticals, banking and software sectors. The team is well versed in the full scope of IP matters, covering trade marks, patents, design rights, copyright and unfair competition. Steering the practice is João Miranda de Sousa, dubbed by one client as the ‘best IP lawyer in the Portuguese market‘; Sousa is noted for his experience in European trade mark and design matters, as well as patent litigation. Associate Francisca Ferreira Pinto has wide-ranging experience and knowledge of trade mark issues, in both the contentious and non-contentious contexts, while André Piteira is active in judicial and arbitration proceedings involving IP rights.

Praised for its ‘in-depth knowledge of technology law and intellectual property’, the team at Morais Leitão, Galvão Teles, Soares da Silva & Associados possesses capabilities across the gamut of IP matters. The practice is particularly active in patent litigation, primarily focusing on the telecoms, new media and pharmaceutical sectors. The team earns further praise for its ability to engage in multijurisdictional trade mark work, spanning prosecution, licensing and enforcement matters. Ricardo do Nascimento Ferreira  and Vasco Stilwell d’Andrade  jointly lead the team. Ferreira is noted for his focus on patent law and IP disputes, while d’Andrade has been lauded for his ability to ‘provide flawless and unique advice’. Associate Maria Almeida e Silva possesses the ability to advise clients on the full scope of contentious IP matters, including patent litigation, design and copyright infringement cases. Maria Luísa Cyrne is a name to note for software and media-related issues.

Drawing considerable praise from clients for its ability to marry its ‘deep knowledge of legislation’ with a ‘client-oriented’ approach, the team at VdA handles the entire spectrum of IP matters, ranging from patent, trade mark, design, and copyright non-contentious issues, to complex litigation and arbitration. Spearheading the team is Marta Alves Vieira, who has notable strength in IP litigation, regularly handling high-profile matters for a range of pharma clients. With over four decades of experience, António de Magalhães Cardoso is a reference for dispute resolution in this space, including pharmaceutical patent enforcement. Managing associate Sara Nazaré is a key port of call for clients within the pharmaceutical sector, offering regular counsel on patents.

Praised for its ability to offer clients a ‘comprehensive knowledge of the law’, CCA Law Firm counts major domestic and international brands among its client roster. The practice is adeptly positioned to assist with both contentious and non-contentious IP matters, including patent and trade mark infringements, licensing agreements and the management of IP portfolios. The practice is jointly steered by Filipe Mayer and Martim Bouza Serrano. Mayer is a key port of call for advertising agencies, media outlets and agencies on a host of IP-related matters, while Serrano regularly handles tech, privacy, IP and other TMT-related mandates. Senior counsel Cláudia Xara-Brasil assists national and multinational corporates across the media, IT, commerce, telecoms, retail, real estate and financial sectors.

Lauded for its ‘excellent service‘ and ‘high technical competence’, CMS leverages its extensive global network to advise clients on the full suite of IP matters, encompassing a broad mix of transactional, advisory and contentious matters. Domestic and international clients turn to the team for assistance on patents, models, trade marks, licensing, franchising, copyright and other IP rights. Practice head José Luís Arnaut boasts extensive experience advising clients on patents, trade marks, domain names and new technologies. João Leitão Figueiredo is routinely engaged by domestic and international companies on IP, industrial property, copyright and technology matters, while counsel Miguel Quintans regularly handles large IP portfolios.

Praised for its ability to provide an ‘exceptional service’, the team at Cuatrecasas stands out for its expertise in strategic IP litigation and pre-trial negotiations, as well as trade mark and patent infringement proceedings, licensing agreements, IP prosecution and advertising matters. The practice is steered by Sónia Queiróz Vaz, whose expertise extends to the drafting and negotiating of contracts for the exploitation of IP rights. Ana Costa Teixeira advises clients on the gamut of IP matters, including unfair competition, advertising issues, distribution and licensing agreements.

Noted for its ‘knowledgeable, engaged and hands-on’ approach, the team at PLMJ is well positioned to handle the full scope of IP matters, including patent litigation, unfair competition, trade secrets, copyright disputes and trade mark prosecution. Its sectorial expertise is equally broad, covering the media, entertainment and life sciences industries, among others. Practice head Hugo Monteiro de Queirós is recommended for his focus on IP contentious matters, with special emphasis on the technology, mobility and communications sectors. Managing associate Inês de Castro Ruivo boasts extensive experience in the drafting and negotiation of contracts involving IP rights, particularly software licences and IT services agreements, while Vasco Granate stands out for his strong performance in arbitration and litigation involving pharmaceutical patents.

The ‘Responsive, competent, and agile’ IP practice at Sérvulo & Associados maintains a robust track record in patent and trade mark litigation, specifically within the life sciences sector. Best known for her in-depth knowledge of trade marks, Ana Rita Painho, whose expertise covers the development of branding protection strategies, and the drafting of franchise, distribution and agency agreements for food, beverages and retail clients, heads up the practice. Mariana Costa Pinto is noted for her experience in litigation and arbitration proceedings involving patents.

Caiado Guerreiro‘s IP team provides an ‘excellent’ quality of service, excelling in both contentious and non-contentious matters. The team earns further praise for its strong relationships with offices across Europe and Africa, enabling it to advise on a host of cross-border matters. The group is led by Ricardo Costa Macedo, who is well versed in patent litigation in the pharmaceutical sector.

Noted for its strength in copyright and image rights mandates, PRA-Raposo, Sá Miranda & Associados, Sociedade de Advogados RL houses a ‘diverse team’, praised for its ‘rigour, honesty, availability and in-depth knowledge’. The team, which handles both contentious and non-contentious IP matters, including patents, trade marks and licensing issues, is jointly led by Gonçalo Gil Barreiros, 'a specialist in the area of copyright law', and Augusto Almeida Correia. Associate Pedro Rebelo Tavares is also recommended for patent, trade mark, and design-related matters; he 'has a thorough grasp of the specific rules for obtaining industrial property rights'.

APTS - Alves Pereira & Teixeira de Sousa, S.P., R.L. has a robust IP offering, which is noted for its expertise across the media, advertising and entertainment sectors. The team regularly acts for a range of domestic and international clients on trade mark registration and enforcement matters. The practice is steered by Belen Granados, who is recognised for her specialisation in IP and media-related matters.

Praised for its ‘excellent expertise’, the IP team at Gómez-Acebo & Pombo is divided into three different subgroups, focused on trade marks, patents and copyrights. The practice handles a variety of IP matters, including transactional and litigation issues, working in close collaboration with the firm’s offices in Spain. Practice head Cláudia Tomás Pedro enjoys a strong reputation among clients, earning praise for her ‘solid knowledge and extensive experience in the most diverse areas of IP and technology law’.

Under the leadership of Helga Lopes Ribeiro, MGRA SP RL's IP practice earns praise for its ability to advise on patent, brand, copyright protection, software, IT and general day-to-day IP matters. Ribeiro is noted for her experience handling intellectual property, TMT, privacy and data protection mandates.

Raposo Bernardo fields a ‘diligent, attentive and very knowledgeable’ IP team, noted for its ability to advise clients on a range of matters across the pharmaceuticals, telecoms, retail, technology and insurance sectors. The team is jointly led by Serena Argente Escartín, noted for her focus on IP disputes and agreements, and Maria Sirec.

With extensive experience in a variety of IP matters, SRS Legal excels in contentious proceedings involving copyright, trade marks, patents, industrial property rights and unfair competition. Practice head João Paulo Mioludo is noted for his experience in IP consulting and litigation, standing out for his proficiency in copyrights and industrial property rights. Dalila Simões is a name to note at associate level for trade marks and designs; software licensing and issues concerning new technologies are other core areas of activity for Simões.

‘Very caring, friendly and informative’, the team at Vasconcelos Advogados assists artists, publishers, record labels and film production companies with a range of IP-related matters. The team is spearheaded by founding partner Duarte Vasconcelos, who is noted for his expertise in all areas of IP, specifically trademarks, designs and copyright. He is assisted by senior associate João Peixe, who advises clients across the music, food, fashion, media and software sectors.