Legal support for those who want to open, structure or grow a company in Portugal.

Setting up a company in Portugal involves choosing the right structure, preparing the constitutional documents and completing registration with the competent authorities. Early mistakes on share capital, governance or tax registration can slow the launch and create avoidable cost later.

We guide you through formation step by step, and stay available for the decisions that follow: contracts, hiring and structure as the business takes shape.

Buying or selling shareholdings changes control, liability and future returns. Due diligence, warranties and the wording of the transfer documents determine how much risk each party keeps after closing. We review and negotiate share deals with a clear view of your commercial goals and the protections you need.

Supplier agreements define price, delivery, liability and what happens when something goes wrong. Vague clauses leave room for disputes that cost time and damage relationships. We draft and review commercial contracts so your obligations and remedies are clear before you sign.

Employment contracts set the terms of the working relationship, from role and pay to working time, confidentiality and termination. Portuguese labour rules are protective, and poorly drafted terms can create exposure for both the company and the employee.

We prepare and review employment contracts aligned with your operations, so hiring decisions rest on clear, enforceable terms.

Hiring talent from abroad often combines employment law with residence and work authorisation. Missing a step can delay the start date or put the company at risk. We coordinate the legal path for bringing foreign workers into your Portuguese operation with a practical view of timelines and documents.

Growing a company means ongoing decisions on contracts, governance, partners and risk. One-off advice after a problem appears usually costs more than having counsel you can return to. We provide ongoing business legal advisory so you have clear guidance as each new situation arises.