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Cuatrecasas

Public Law

Europe Guide 2026 : Portugal


Cuatrecasas

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About

Provided by Cuatrecasas

Offering specialized advice on relations between public and private entities, and inter-administrative relations, from an administrative law perspective.

We advise national and local public entities on organizational and operational matters for public bodies and state-owned companies, as well as on public tenders, and on the awarding and performance of public contracts. We also advise private entities on all types of public authority procedures.

Our team includes experts in urban planning law, energy and the environment, and public procurement and concessions. This enables us to meet our clients’ needs in all jurisdictions where we operate, thanks to the lawyer’s extensive knowledge of local laws, authorities and other local aspects. On the Iberian Peninsula, we are one of the few law firms with specialized experts at each of our 15 offices.

Our lawyers also have ample experience advising on regulated sectors, including TMT, public services, ports and the pharmaceutical industry. They also advise on judicial reviews and on proceedings before the Constitutional Court.

Our team is made up of lawyers of recognized standing, many of which have previously worked for the public authorities, e.g., as counsel for the state and advisors to autonomous regions. Therefore, they are knowledgeable about government agencies’ work methods and procedures.

Chambers Review

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Public Law - Portugal

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

Cuatrecasas benefits from teams in the Lisbon and Porto offices that enjoy solid reputations for public tenders and concessions, with activity extending to regulatory assistance. It often assists clients from the financial, transport, telecommunication and energy sectors, and advises both public and private organisations. The law firm also demonstrates capabilities in administrative litigation proceedings as well as in cross-border work. Members of the team are frequently appointed as arbitrators and as counsel in arbitrations.

Work Highlights

Provided by Chambers

  • Cuatrecasas assisted Group Transdev with carrying out public procurement procedures and concession agreements for public transportation services.

Strengths

Provided by Chambers

  • Cuatrecasas displays extensive experience, including internationally.

    Public Law respondentEurope
  • Cuatrecasas stands out for its knowledge and its lawyers are always helpful and available.

    Public Law respondentEurope
  • The team at Cuatrecasas is effective and efficient. The lawyers offer a highly technical performance without compromising the timely reporting to the client.

    Public Law respondentEurope
  • We are impressed by the team's technical expertise, cooperative client relationship and delivery of results. The team is well equipped to handle complex matters, delivering concrete proposals to clients.

    Public Law respondentEurope

Notable Practitioners

Provided by Chambers

  • Band 3Lourenço Vilhena de Freitas
    Band 3Lourenço Vilhena de Freitas

    Lourenço Vilhena de Freitas

    Lourenço Vilhena de Freitas is well versed in handling public procurement proceedings and in representing clients in administrative disputes, particularly arbitration proceedings.

    • Lourenço Vilhena de Freitas is capable of analysing and proposing rigorous, imaginative solutions to the most complex and challenging legal problems.

      Public Law respondentEurope
    • Lourenço Vilhena de Freitas is very focused on securing the best possible outcome.

      Public Law respondentEurope

Ranked Individuals at Cuatrecasas (1)

Portugal

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