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CMS

Intellectual Property

Europe Guide 2026 : Portugal

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CMS Portugal is the go-to law firm for Intellectual Property matters in Portugal. The team advises a roster of national and international clients on a full range of transactional, advisory and contentious IP matters. The Team is highly-regarded for all Intellectual Property protection with extensive experience in filing, prosecution and enforcement of all forms of intellectual property rights, particularly trademarks.  They are also well-versed in structuring and developing the internationalisation of Portuguese companies and brands.

Our activity includes legal advice on:

  • Patents
  • Models
  • Trademarks and Brands
  • Licensing
  • Franchising
  • Copyright and related rights
  • Software
  • Advertising
  • Labelling
  • IP litigation and enforcement
  • Product liability

For a comprehensive list of the services we provide, both internationally and in Portugal, please visit CMS website.

Industries (11)

  • Technology
  • Life Sciences
  • Health
  • Luxury Industry
  • Consumer Products
  • Energy
  • Real Estate
  • Mobility, Transport and Logistics
  • Retail
  • Banking
  • Consultancy

Chambers Review

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Intellectual Property - Portugal

Band 3

What the Team is Known For
CMS is an experienced firm in the IP field offering assistance to clients with matters such as trade mark prosecution and protection, in addition to advising on anti-counterfeiting, copyright and advertising issues. The team is also able to provide day-to-day IP support. Clients include those with an important presence in the energy, fashion, luxury goods and food and beverage sectors.
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Work Highlights

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  • CMS advised EDP Group on a rebranding project in Portugal, including prosecution and brand protection matters.

Strengths

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  • CMS stands out for its knowledge, availability and efficiency.

    Intellectual Property respondentEurope

  • CMS has great knowledge, availability and expertise. The firm identifies very well the strategy for the markets and the protection we need.

    Intellectual Property respondentEurope

  • CMS maintains a high standard even when large volumes of work are requested.

    Intellectual Property respondentEurope

Notable Practitioners

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  • José Luís Arnaut
    José Luís Arnaut

    José Luís Arnaut

    José Luís Arnaut is held in high esteem for his expertise in trade mark issues, including portfolio management, anti-counterfeiting and brand protection matters.

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Ranked Individuals at CMS (1)

Portugal

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