Europe Guide 2026 : Portugal
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Provided by CS'Associados
CS'Associados offers a comprehensive advisory service focused on the specific regulatory requirements of the different sectors of activity. Both in the prevention of illegal practices - through the promotion and implementation of compliance policies - and in the monitoring of sanctioning processes in their different phases, in close collaboration with all the practice areas.
The team monitors cases before national and international courts (such as the Court of Auditors, the Constitutional Court and the European Court of Human Rights), administrative authorities (such as the Securities Market Commission, the Bank of Portugal, the Competition Authority, the Insurance and Pension Funds Supervisory Authority, the General Inspectorate of Agriculture, Maritime, Environment and Spatial Planning) and parliamentary enquiry committees, as well as supporting negotiations in the pre- and post-litigation phases.
CS'Associados also advises in cases where our knowledge and experience can help our clients in the investigation and defence of cases, in particular in internal investigations in any company or sector and in national and international sports sanctioning proceedings.
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CS'Associados boasts a solid reputation in the white-collar crime space for its assistance with significant cases in corruption, defamation and money laundering. The law firm leverages its multidisciplinary practice to act for clients from the telecommunications and finance sectors.
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CS'Associados stands out for its client-centric approach, offering multiple touchpoints and ensuring closeness and peace of mind in complex and disruptive legal processes.
CS'Associados' in-depth and cross-cutting knowledge of the clients enables it to always find appropriate solutions for all issues, including the most complex and sophisticated ones.
CS'Associados' customer service is excellent, with prompt resolution and practicality when it comes to finding solutions.
CS'Associados has exceptional technical expertise, complemented by excellent interpersonal and communication skills, which make it highly appealing and accessible.
The team is balanced and cohesive.
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Pedro Duro assists with administrative and criminal proceedings, including corruption, fraud and money laundering.
Pedro Duro demonstrates high legal competence, solid academic preparation and comprehensive knowledge.
Pedro Duro has excellent customer insight, with a rare combination of technical skill and practical sense.
Pedro Duro is an excellent professional.
Pedro Duro repeatedly demonstrates the ability to advise clients on all aspects. Criminal proceedings are highly taxing on a personal level and Pedro acts as a true coach to the client.
Mariana Proença Lobo assists clients with criminal investigations and administrative offence issues. She advises on corruption cases as well as money laundering and defamation claims.
Mariana Proença Lobo is a true partner and advocate for her clients.
Mariana Proença Lobo knows the clients well and she is very approachable and conveys a great deal of confidence and knowledge in all the areas she is responsible for.
White-Collar Crime
White-Collar Crime
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Mariana Proença Lobo
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