LAWYER PROFILE

João Duarte de Sousa

Europe 2026

Garrigues

Ranked in 1 practice area

Dispute Resolution

Portugal

15 years ranked

About

Provided by Garrigues

Practice Areas

Litigation and arbitration; insolvency.

Career

Graduated in Law at the Portuguese Catholic University in Lisbon (1994). João joined Garrigues in 2001 and since 2009 he is the Head Partner of the Litigation and Arbitration Department of Garrigues Portugal. On his field of expertise, he has published several articles and papers. Fluent in Portuguese, English and Spanish.

Professional Memberships

Admitted to the Portuguese Bar Association since 1996; Member of Club Español del Arbitraje, Portuguese Arbitration Association, Concórdia and founding member of the Circle of Litigation Lawyers.

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Chambers European Guide

Dispute Resolution - Portugal

Band 5

Individual Editorial

João Duarte de Sousa heads the team and plays a key role in many of the firm's varied litigation and arbitration matters. He advises clients on commercial and corporate litigation, in addition to assisting with competition and administrative claims.

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

João Duarte de Sousa offers expertise and responsiveness in the handling of the case.
Dispute ResolutionChambers European Guide
We are very satisfied with his expertise, service and kindness.
Dispute ResolutionChambers European Guide

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