Provided by Eversheds Sutherland
We deliver strategic, business-oriented legal advice that combines deep local insight with the global capabilities of a leading international firm. Our Lisbon office provides practical, commercially aligned solutions tailored to the evolving needs of both domestic and multinational clients.
Our Employment, Benefits & Pensions team is recognised for its technical excellence and independent practice strength. Operating both as a standalone department and in support of the wider firm, the team advises on a broad spectrum of employment matters, from day-to-day HR issues to complex strategic mandates. It includes a skilled group of associates and interns, offering responsive and pragmatic counsel.
We have played a key role in some of Portugal’s most significant employment matters, including acquisitions, TUPE transfers, and large-scale restructurings. Our ability to navigate cross-border employment issues and complex regulatory environments makes us a trusted advisor to global companies.
What sets us apart is our proactive and collaborative approach. We regularly engage in client training, thought leadership, and legal development initiatives, ensuring our clients are not only well-advised but also well-prepared for future challenges.
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Eversheds Sutherland supports clients with the employment aspects of corporate deals, and with collective and individual redundancies, as well as providing standalone day-to-day employment advice. The firm additionally represents clients in employment-related litigation. It regularly acts for clients from the telecommunications, technology and retail sectors.
Provided by Chambers
Marta Afonso Pereira is proficient at advising on the employment aspects of transactional matters, handling termination agreements and employment litigation. She left Linklaters and joined Eversheds Sutherland in February 2025.
Marta Afonso Pereira has a remarkable ability to support companies in the analysis of risky issues, with deep knowledge of the business.
She is highly knowledgeable, and her attention to detail and strategic approach are key factors in achieving a favourable outcome. Her expertise and dedication are invaluable.
She is always available, and it is a pleasure to work with Inês.
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Ana Marçal Guerra
André David
David Alvito
Inês Friães dos Santos
João Camilo
Head of Department