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Provided by VdA Vieira de Almeida

VdA’s Investigations & White-Collar practice handles complex and very sensitive regulatory and criminal investigations (market manipulation, insider trading, tax evasion, money laundering, fraud, embezzlement, accounting practices, misleading information, bribery or forgery) in public, financial services, banking, postal, telecommunications, insurance, energy and environmental sector as well as in privacy and competition matters, working in Portugal and abroad, namely in African jurisdictions through VdA Legal Partners. The reputation of the team is recognized among their peers and by the authorities with whom the team deals with.

This team is renowned for its ability to handle complex and sensitive legal challenges by combining deep technical knowledge with interdisciplinary collaboration. The firm consistently works to build comprehensive and robust strategies tailored to each case. This meticulous and holistic approach ensures that clients benefit from innovative solutions and precise legal arguments, even in the most demanding scenarios, further solidifying VdA’s reputation.

Chambers Review

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White-Collar Crime - Portugal

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What the Team is Known For

VdA houses a solid team of professionals who are well equipped to handle white-collar crime investigations into corrupt and fraudulent practices. The team attracts significant corporates and executives to further advise on money laundering, cybercrime, tax evasion and abuse of trust allegations. The practice frequently represents public bodies and clients from the sport, energy and construction sectors.

Notable Practitioners

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Sofia Ribeiro Branco
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Sofia Ribeiro Branco
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Band 1

Sofia Ribeiro Branco stands out for her involvement in sophisticated white-collar crime mandates, including corruption, cybercrime and money laundering. She handles complex matters across the gamut of criminal proceedings, frequently representing high-profile clients in the energy, sport and telecommunications sectors.

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VdA Vieira de Almeida

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White-Collar Crime

Sofia Ribeiro Branco
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Sofia Ribeiro Branco
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