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Morais Leitão, Galvão Teles, Soares da Silva & Associados

Planning

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Morais Leitão, Galvão Teles, Soares da Silva & Associados

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Provided by Morais Leitão, Galvão Teles, Soares da Silva & Associados

At Morais Leitão we have solid experience in urban planning law, often providing advice to both public and private entities. The services we provide include: 

  • Advice on the legal and regulatory rules applicable to the exercise of various economic activities, namely those contained in territorial management instruments; 
  • Monitoring investment projects (real estate, tourism, industrial, commercial projects, agricultural, amongst others);
  • The execution of urbanistic due diligence,
  • The elaboration of urban subdivisions and land-use plans, including urbanisation and detail plans; and 
  • Legal support in the context of administrative licensing procedures for undertakings and activities and the approval of urban and environmental studies and plans.

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Planning - Portugal

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Morais Leitão, Galvão Teles, Soares da Silva & Associados has an experienced department able to provide comprehensive planning advice. The team is skilled in assisting with tourist ventures and residential development projects, and is regularly sought after for its advice on urban regeneration operations, including related tax benefits. The law firm is able to advise on land use plans and offers additional expertise in licensing. It also offers support on joint ventures and purchases. The firm's activity extends to representation in planning litigation.

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Strengths

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  • Morais Leitão, Galvão Teles, Soares da Silva & Associados is distinguished for its in-depth knowledge of the law and ability to create solutions.

    Planning respondentEurope

  • Morais Leitão has a very solid team, with deep technical knowledge and an excellent commercial drive. It is practical, objective and very proactive.

    Planning respondentEurope

Notable Practitioners

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  • João Pereira Reis
    João Pereira Reis

    João Pereira Reis

    João Pereira Reis has long-standing experience in a wide range of planning mandates, including licensing and construction matters. He routinely advises renowned real estate investors, international construction firms and public authorities.

    • João Pereira Reis provides excellent service.

      Planning respondentEurope
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  • Rui Ribeiro Lima
    Rui Ribeiro Lima

    Rui Ribeiro Lima

    Rui Ribeiro Lima is capable of advising on real estate acquisitions, as well as licensing strategies and negotiations with local authorities.

    • Rui Ribeiro Lima is an excellent lawyer, with in-depth legal knowledge and capacity for innovation.

      Planning respondentEurope

    • We could not be more satisfied with the quality of services provided by Rui Ribeiro Lima.

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