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SÉRVULO draws on its comprehensive knowledge of all areas of business and economic activity to provide clients with specialised advice in dispute resolution cases, be they in the public or private sector, or at the national or international level.

The firm prides itself on acting with thoroughness and rigour, to which end the disputes team works in constant consultation with lawyers who are specialised in the specific sectors of the case. SÉRVULO prioritises litigation prevention by identifying risk and implementing protection strategies, but always defends the client’s interests whenever litigation cases arise.

SÉRVULO has a vast experience handling commercial, business and civil litigation. 

It has also accumulated vast experience advising on a broad range of corporate crime, administrative offences and other sanctioning procedures. In addition, the firm has handled numerous important commercial arbitrations, domestic and international, as well as several foreign investment arbitrations. The team is particularly well-versed in administrative litigation and arbitrations too, as well as in tax arbitrations.

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Dispute Resolution: The Elite - Portugal

3
Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Sérvulo & Associados is an elite firm that offers comprehensive service in litigation and arbitration. It has acted for the insolvency estates of several Portuguese banks on cases brought by creditors. It assists banks, funds and public bodies with high-value debt recovery actions. The firm has experience in the defence of civil liability claims, including within the context of environmental disasters or medical malpractice. It advises major domestic clients with activity in various industry sectors, including natural resources, life sciences, real estate and sport.

Work Highlights

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  • Sérvulo & Associados assisted ANEPC with an arbitration relating to the termination of a supply contract.

Strengths

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"Their ability to come up with innovative solutions that help us tackle the difficult constraints that we face on a daily basis is remarkable."

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"It offers a very focused team with a capability of analysing all aspects of the issues brought to them."

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"They have a deep knowledge of the subjects and provide quick answers."

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Notable Practitioners

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Rui Medeiros
2
Rui Medeiros
2
Band 2

Rui Medeiros is a well-reputed arbitrator. He is appointed co-arbitrator or chair in public law cases, including tax arbitrations. He also accepts appointments on commercial and private law cases.

"He is a very sophisticated and renowned practitioner."

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João Saúde
3
João Saúde
Head of Dispute Resolution
3
Band 3

João Saúde has experience representing clients from the banking sector in insolvency-related disputes. He also handles commercial litigation, with further prowess in handling commercial and investment treaty arbitrations.

"João Saúde is excellent and has great technical knowledge."

"He is an exceedingly thoughtful and deliberate person."

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Mafalda Ferreira Santos
4
Mafalda Ferreira Santos
Head of Dispute Resolution
4
Band 4

Mafalda Ferreira Santos regularly advises on banking and real estate disputes, with the proven ability to assist with international matters. She has further experience in disputes regarding distribution agreements and product liability.

"She has an outstanding capacity of diagnosing the situations, appraising the risks and identifying all possible solutions."

"She has a great and profound knowledge of the matters and dedicates herself fully to them."

"Mafalda Ferreira Santos has excellent communication skills and availability to clarify issues."

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Ranked Lawyers at
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Dispute Resolution
João Saúde
3
João Saúde
Head of Dispute Resolution
3
Band 3
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Mafalda Ferreira Santos
4
Mafalda Ferreira Santos
Head of Dispute Resolution
4
Band 4
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Rui Medeiros
2
Rui Medeiros
2
Band 2
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Members

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António Teles

Head of Department

Cláudia Amorim

João Saúde

João Saúde

Head of Department

Mafalda Ferreira Santos

Mafalda Ferreira Santos

Head of Department

Teresa Serra