About

Provided by VdA Vieira de Almeida

Companies frequently seek the assistance of VdA to structure and defend their rights to the products and to advise them on how to negotiate via complex contractual structures. Our team is composed of lawyers with broad expertise and knowledge of the technological issues involved in the TMT sector, advising domestic and foreign operators and investors. We have acted in major deals, including the FWA and UMTS licensing, the negotiation of the Universal Service Concession Agreement and the transfer of the public switched telecommunications network. We act for major market players advising on the acquisition and licensing of software or outsourcing projects. We understand the privacy and cybersecurity concerns affecting our clients' businesses. Our primary goal is to empower clients with efficient compliance strategies that bring strong dividends to their businesses.
Our lawyers excel at providing regulatory advice to the leading Portuguese network operators and service providers, as well as cable and mobile operators in matters involving IT and Telecommunications Regulatory law. We are increasingly active in Portuguese-speaking countries advising on regulatory matters and significant deals in the industry to an increasing number of private and public entities. We aim to deliver legal advice with significant added value across the various sectors - banking and finance, insurance, health, telecommunications and media, information technology, e-commerce, infrastructure among others.

Chambers Review

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TMT - Portugal

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What the Team is Known For

VdA is a first-rate department handling data privacy and protection issues, with recognised prowess in telecoms mandates. The law firm provides a tailored service to clients who wish to assess possible GDPR risks to their businesses, as well as compliance and awareness training around cybersecurity and artificial intelligence. The practice assists multinationals and domestic companies active in the energy, technology, public sector and gaming industries. The lawyers regularly act on cross-border matters.

Work Highlights

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  • VdA advised EllaLink on several aspects of their international submarine cable project, including negotiations with customers and suppliers and regulatory issues.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Fernando Resina da Silva
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Fernando Resina da Silva
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Senior Statespeople
Fernando Resina da Silva has longstanding expertise in the TMT market, including advising clients on complex regulatory mandates.

He offers an agile service, with quick responses, addressing complex issues with clarity and a commercial vision that is well adjusted to our strategic priorities.

Margarida Couto
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Margarida Couto
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Eminent Practitioners
Margarida Couto provides specialised advice on regulatory mandates working mainly with prominent domestic telecom companies.

She combines agility and depth in complex issues.

Magda Cocco
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Magda Cocco
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Band 1
Magda Cocco is a market leader in the TMT practice and assists with a full range of services, including transactional and regulatory matters. She also assists clients with the implementation of technologies, including fibre-optic and 5G systems.

Few understand and know the telecommunications sector in Portugal like Magda Cocco. On any subject, her contributions and analysis are always valuable.

She is always on top of technological trends. She closely follows the evolution of technology and the ethical and legal issues that emerge, ensuring an innovative and informed approach to challenges.

Tiago Bessa
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Tiago Bessa
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Band 4

Tiago Bessa regularly advices clients on copyright, telecom and e-commerce mandates. He further assists with cryptocurrency mandates and is experienced in supporting both domestic and international clients.

He offers an excellent level of service and responsiveness, demonstrating deep knowledge of complex issues and a commercial vision adjusted to the needs of the business.

I am impressed with his knowledge and responsiveness.

He has an enormous capacity to work and to explain very complex and relevant topics in a simple way for the client.

Ranked Lawyers at
VdA Vieira de Almeida

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Fernando Resina da Silva
S
Fernando Resina da Silva
S
Senior Statespeople
Margarida Couto
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Margarida Couto
E
Eminent Practitioners
Magda Cocco
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Magda Cocco
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Band 1
Tiago Bessa
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Tiago Bessa
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Band 4