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Dispute Resolution: Most in Demand Arbitrators | Europe

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The below Dispute Resolution: Most in Demand Arbitrators rankings table provides market-leading insights on the top ranked lawyers and law firms whose advice and legal services can be purchased in Portugal. The rankings are the result of extensive research by our internal research team, who conduct interviews with in-house counsel, other third-party experts and private practice lawyers who have worked alongside them. Use our table and ranking system to identify the most suited provider of legal services for you.

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Senior Statespeople

  1. António Pinto Leite
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    António Pinto Leite
    Morais Leitão, Galvão Teles, Soares da Silva & Associados
    Morais Leitão, Galvão Teles, Soares da Silva & Associados | Dispute Resolution: Most in Demand Arbitrators
    2025 | Senior Statespeople | 19 Years Ranked
    António Pinto Leite is well recognised among market commentators for his experience acting as both counsel and arbitrator in international arbitrations.
  2. Armindo Ribeiro Mendes
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    Armindo Ribeiro Mendes
    DLA Piper ABBC
    DLA Piper ABBC | Dispute Resolution: Most in Demand Arbitrators
    2025 | Senior Statespeople | 17 Years Ranked
    Armindo Ribeiro Mendes maintains a reputation as a dominant figure in arbitration. He is appointed as chairman or co-arbitrator on international and domestic arbitration tribunals.
  3. Luís Miguel Cortes Martins
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    Luís Miguel Cortes Martins
    Cuatrecasas
    Cuatrecasas | Dispute Resolution: Most in Demand Arbitrators
    2025 | Senior Statespeople | 19 Years Ranked

    Luís Miguel Cortes Martins is a highly experienced and respected lawyer and remains widely recognised for his prowess in complex commercial litigation. He also has experience acting as an arbitrator on corporate arbitrations.

  4. António Menezes Cordeiro
    Universidade de Lisboa | Dispute Resolution: Most in Demand Arbitrators
    2025 | Senior Statespeople
  5. José Miguel Júdice
    José Miguel Júdice | Dispute Resolution: Most in Demand Arbitrators
    2025 | Senior Statespeople
  6. José Robin de Andrade
    Robin de Andrade - Sole Practitioner | Dispute Resolution: Most in Demand Arbitrators
    2025 | Senior Statespeople
  7. Tito Arantes Fontes
    PRISMA Advogados | Dispute Resolution: Most in Demand Arbitrators
    2025 | Senior Statespeople
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Band 1

  1. Fernando Ferreira Pinto
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    Fernando Ferreira Pinto
    Ferreira Pinto Cardigos
    Ferreira Pinto Cardigos | Dispute Resolution: Most in Demand Arbitrators
    2025 | Band 1 | 19 Years Ranked
    Fernando Ferreira Pinto is adept at representing clients in commercial litigations, with further activity acting as an arbitrator and chair in arbitration proceedings.
  2. Paula Costa e Silva
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    Paula Costa e Silva
    Universidade de Lisboa | Dispute Resolution: Most in Demand Arbitrators
    2025 | Band 1 | 5 Years Ranked
    Paula Costa e Silva receives glowing praise from market sources, who highlight her expertise acting as an arbitrator in ICC arbitrations.
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    Paulo Mota Pinto
    Faculdade de Direito da Universidade de Coimbra | Dispute Resolution: Most in Demand Arbitrators
    2025 | Band 1 | 6 Years Ranked
    Paulo Mota Pinto is held in particularly high esteem for his arbitration work. He has experience acting as arbitrator and president in ICC arbitrations.
  4. Rui Pinto Duarte
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    Rui Pinto Duarte
    CS'Associados
    CS'Associados | Dispute Resolution: Most in Demand Arbitrators
    2025 | Band 1 | 12 Years Ranked

    Rui Pinto Duarte is a well-established figure in the market with notable experience in ICC arbitrations.

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Band 2

  1. Pedro Metello de Nápoles
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    Pedro Metello de Nápoles
    PLMJ
    PLMJ | Dispute Resolution: Most in Demand Arbitrators
    2025 | Band 2 | 18 Years Ranked
    Pedro Metello de Nápoles has extensive experience acting both as an arbitration counsel and arbitrator in commercial arbitrations, frequently advising clients on compensation claims and breach of contract agreements. He also acts as chairman in arbitration proceedings.
  2. Rui Medeiros
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    Rui Medeiros
    Sérvulo & Associados
    Sérvulo & Associados | Dispute Resolution: Most in Demand Arbitrators
    2025 | Band 2 | 19 Years Ranked
    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.
  3. Sofia Martins
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    Sofia Martins
    Miranda & Associados
    Miranda & Associados | Dispute Resolution: Most in Demand Arbitrators
    2025 | Band 2 | 15 Years Ranked

    Sofia Martins comes highly recommended for her expertise in handling international and domestic arbitrations, including those under ICC rules. She assists clients in arbitrations in a variety of sectors such as construction and acts for clients on litigations in the energy sector.

  4. Antonio Pinto Monteiro
    Faculdade de Direito da Universidade de Coimbra | Dispute Resolution: Most in Demand Arbitrators
    2025 | Band 2
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Band 3

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    Dário Moura Vicente
    Dário Moura Vicente - Independent Arbitrator | Dispute Resolution: Most in Demand Arbitrators
    2025 | Band 3 | 1 Years Ranked

    Dário Moura Vicente is a respected practitioner who is well placed to act as arbitrator in international and domestic disputes, particularly those regarding investments.

  2. Filipe Vaz Pinto
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    Filipe Vaz Pinto
    Morais Leitão, Galvão Teles, Soares da Silva & Associados
    Morais Leitão, Galvão Teles, Soares da Silva & Associados | Dispute Resolution: Most in Demand Arbitrators
    2025 | Band 3 | 10 Years Ranked
    Filipe Vaz Pinto is well versed in commercial arbitrations, including those under ICC rules. He is also well placed to advise clients on energy and construction arbitrations.
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    Mariana França Gouveia
    VdA Vieira de Almeida
    VdA Vieira de Almeida | Dispute Resolution: Most in Demand Arbitrators
    2025 | Band 3 | 1 Years Ranked

    Mariana França Gouveia has solid experience as an arbitrator. She focuses her practice on international and commercial arbitration proceedings and has further experience in investment arbitration, including those ranging from Lusophone countries in Africa.

  4. Miguel de Almada
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    Miguel de Almada
    Cuatrecasas
    Cuatrecasas | Dispute Resolution: Most in Demand Arbitrators
    2025 | Band 3 | 15 Years Ranked
    Miguel de Almada is frequently seen advising on banking and post-M&A litigation. He also assists with complex commercial arbitration proceedings, including those relating to construction contracts. His client list comprises companies from the transportation and technology sectors.
  5. Sofia Ribeiro Mendes
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    Sofia Ribeiro Mendes
    DLA Piper ABBC
    DLA Piper ABBC | Dispute Resolution: Most in Demand Arbitrators
    2025 | Band 3 | 5 Years Ranked
    Sofia Ribeiro Mendes represents clients from the automotive, real estate, construction and energy industries. She has experience in competition damages claims, construction arbitration and subrogated insurance claims.
  6. Teresa Anselmo Vaz
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    Teresa Anselmo Vaz
    Abreu Advogados
    Abreu Advogados | Dispute Resolution: Most in Demand Arbitrators
    2025 | Band 3 | 17 Years Ranked
    Teresa Anselmo Vaz demonstrates experience representing clients in corporate litigation and arbitration proceedings. She frequently acts on liability claims.