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Linklaters

Dispute Resolution: The Elite

Global Guide 2026 : Portugal

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Dispute Resolution: The Elite - Portugal

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What the Team is Known For
Linklaters has a wide-ranging practice covering a variety of civil and public law disputes. The firm is well placed to advise on highly complex multi-jurisdictional disputes in the banking sector as well as administrative law proceedings. This elite department has further experience representing clients against the Portuguese state. Its client list comprises key market players from the financial, health and public sectors. The team is also well adept at assisting with arbitration proceedings, as well as compensation claims, patent infringements and breach of commercial agreements.
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Work Highlights

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  • Linklaters represented SGHL in arbitration proceedings against the Portuguese state in regard to issues that arose during the company's management of the Beatriz Ângelo Hospital in Loures.

Strengths

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  • Linklaters offers an experienced, knowledgeable and multidisciplinary team who are always available.

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  • They stand out for their technical quality, creativity and ability to handle large complexity. Linklaters has a highly coordinated team who always deliver on time and are technically flawless.

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  • Linklaters stands out for its quality and efficiency. The team of professionals has a robust track record in complex and sophisticated cases, bringing technical and strategic security.

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  • Linklaters provides knowledge and experience, as well as a very pragmatic and sensible approach to matters.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Nuno Ferreira Lousa
    Nuno Ferreira Lousa

    Nuno Ferreira Lousa

    Nuno Ferreira Lousa represents clients in the banking and pharmaceutical sectors in various administrative and civil law cases. He also acts for public sector bodies in arbitration proceedings.

    • Nuno Ferreira Lousa is one of the best lawyers of his generation.

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  • Ricardo Guimarães
    Ricardo Guimarães

    Ricardo Guimarães

    Ricardo Guimarães holds a strong market reputation and is well placed to assist with a variety of administrative and civil law disputes. He frequently represents clients in compensation claims, commercial litigation and arbitration. He is also experienced in assisting clients with class actions.

    • Ricardo Guimarães is exceptional. He combines technical quality with teamwork and humility.

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    • Ricardo Guimarães offers deep sector knowledge, a high level of technical expertise, a strong ability to discuss topics and a constant monitoring of cases.

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    • Ricardo Guimarães is a very hard-working and brilliant lawyer. He is quick, very intelligent and has the answers at the tip of his tongue.

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  • Raquel Galvão Silva
    Raquel Galvão Silva

    Raquel Galvão Silva

    Raquel Galvão Silva plays a supporting role in major litigation conducted on behalf of clients in the banking, life sciences and energy sectors. She also has experience assisting with domestic arbitration proceedings.

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