Ana Bruno & Associados

Ana Bruno & Associados

Headquarters: Lisbon, Portugal
Headquarters: Lisbon, Portugal
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PRACTICE AREAS: 8
THE BEST LAWYERS IN PORTUGAL™ AWARDS: 1
BEST LAWYERS: ONES TO WATCH IN PORTUGAL™ AWARDS: 1

Firm Details

Founded in 2004 and registered with the Portuguese Bar Association under no. 13/2004, Ana Bruno & Associados is a Lisbon-based boutique law firm recognized for combining technical excellence, strategic insight and close client relationships built on lasting trust.

With over 21 years of activity, the firm has established itself through dedication, personal service and attention to detail. Our team of experienced professionals operates across multiple specialized practice areas, delivering comprehensive legal solutions tailored to the complexity of each client's needs.

Ana Bruno & Associados serves a predominantly international client base. The firm is particularly recognized for its rapid response to clients requiring legal support across multiple jurisdictions. This expertise has led to the establishment of dedicated International Desks covering Angola, Mozambique, the United Arab Emirates and Eastern Europe, ensuring specialized legal assistance that bridges cultural, economic and legal frameworks.

The firm's collaborative approach integrates multidisciplinary perspectives across all practice areas:

  • Administrative Law
  • Banking and Financial Law
  • Civil Law
  • Corporate Law and Capital Markets
  • Dispute Resolution
  • Ethics and Artificial Intelligence
  • Family and Succession Law
  • Immigration & Nationality
  • Insolvency & Restructuring
  • Insurance and Pension Funds
  • Intellectual Property
  • International Contracts and Investment
  • Labor Law
  • Real Estate Law and Urban Planning
  • Sports Law
  • Tax Law

Through Cyrus Ross International E.E.I.G., we ensure swift and effective access to legal services throughout Europe, and maintain strategic partnerships with trusted firms for global reach.

Our approach combines rigorous legal expertise with lasting client relationships built on trust, innovation and social responsibility, striving to create long-term value and establish partnerships founded on collaboration, shared goals and mutual success.


Languages:

  • Portuguese
  • English
  • French
  • German
  • Italian
  • Spanish
  • Russian
PRACTICE AREAS: 8
THE BEST LAWYERS IN PORTUGAL™ AWARDS: 1
BEST LAWYERS: ONES TO WATCH IN PORTUGAL™ AWARDS: 1

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Sónia Martins Reis
Ana Bruno & Associados
Lisbon, PT
Practice Areas
Tax Law
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Sónia Martins Reis

Sónia Martins Reis is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Tax Law. Sónia practices law in Lisbon, Portugal Best Lawyers has recognized Sónia Martins Reis since 2025. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Sónia Martins Reis is held by other lawyers.

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David Rodrigues Custódio
David Rodrigues Custódio
Ana Bruno & Associados
Lisbon, PT
Practice Areas
Tax Law
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David Rodrigues Custódio
David Rodrigues Custódio

David Rodrigues Custódio is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Tax Law. David Rodrigues practices law in Lisbon, Portugal Best Lawyers has recognized David Rodrigues Custódio since 2025. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which David Rodrigues Custódio is held by other lawyers.

David Rodrigues Custódio
David Rodrigues Custódio
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Awards & Focus

Areas of Practice
  • Civil
    • Licensing and Authorization Support;
    • Monitoring Public Procurement;
    • Legal Guidance on Land Use and Urban Matters;
    • Representation in Administrative and Disciplinary Proceedings;
    • Legal Representation Against Public Bodies.
  • Corporate Law
    • Incorporation, operational implementation, and day-to-day support of commercial companies acoss various sectors;
    • Corporate restructurings, including mergers, demergers, and acquisitions;
    • Structuring and implementation of collective investment undertakings (CIUs) in Portugal, including venture capital/private equity funds and real estate funds, and ongoing support for their operations;
    • Incorporation and registration with the Regulator of CIU management entities in Portugal, including legal advisory and day-to-day assistance;
    • Due diligence in the context of investment projects and corporate transactions.
  • Dispute Resolution
    • Advisory on the protection and registration of trademarks, logos, patents, and designs at national, European, and international levels;
    • Drafting and negotiation of licensing, assignment, and intellectual property rights usage agreements;
    • Legal support in opposition, invalidity, and revocation proceedings;
    • Representation in legal actions concerning infringements of copyrights, trademarks, patents, or designs;
    • Consultancy on the protection of software, databases, and digital creations;
    • Support in branding strategies and protection of intangible assets within a business context;
    • Drafting of confidentiality clauses and policies tailored to clients’ needs;
    • Legal advisory and compliance services in matters of personal data protection.
  • Family Law
    • Marriage Process Consulting;
    • Support for Divorce Proceedings;
    • Agreements on Parental Responsibilities;
    • Guardianship and Custodianship Support;
    • Family and Estate Planning;
    • Heirship and Judicial Share Processes;
    • Legal Representation in Family and Succession Matters;
    • Mediation and Negotiation in Complex Family Matters.

  • Immigration
    • Individualized analysis of each case, ensuring the recommendation of the most appropriate legal pathway for integration;
    • Thorough preparation and organization of documentation, in coordination with the client, to maximize the likelihood of a successful outcome;
    • Full management of procedures, from submission to the issuance of the residence permit;
    • Handling of Portuguese nationality applications, whenever applicable and requested by the client;
    • Transparency and continuous communication, keeping the client informed about the status of the process at all stages;
    • Coordination with other departments, ensuring swift and effective involvement of all relevant areas;
    • Institutional interaction with public entities, fostering close relationships and facilitating the progress of cases.
  • Labor and Employment Law
    • Drafting, reviewing, and terminating employment contracts, service agreements, and other labor-related contractual instruments;
    • Assistance with disciplinary proceedings and individual or collective dismissals;
    • Support in the implementation of internal policies, regulations, and codes of conduct;
    • Ongoing consultancy for human resources departments and company management;
    • Legal advice in restructuring processes, business transfers, and employee mobility;
    • Representation in labor-related judicial and administrative proceedings;
    • Negotiation and conclusion of individual and collective labor agreements;
    • Legal support regarding occupational health and safety and compliance with labor law obligations.
  • Real Estate Law
    • Drafting and negotiation of real estate purchase and sale agreements, leases, operation, and construction contracts;
    • Conducting due diligence to identify contingencies and assess risks;
    • Defining and implementing risk mitigation mechanisms;
    • Creation and implementation of real estate joint venture structures;
    • Legal support in administrative procedures for urban planning and development licensing;
    • Legal advice and representation in private and administrative disputes related to real estate and urban planning.
  • Tax Law
    • International tax planning;
    • Private wealth management;
    • International taxation of companies and individuals;
    • Individual taxation;
    • Corporate and investment fund taxation, and structuring of M&A transactions;
    • Wealth taxation;
    • Financial taxation;
    • Taxation related to regulatory activities;
    • Taxation of the third sector (cooperatives, associations, foundations, philanthropy);
    • Tax litigation.

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Advocacia de proximidade: a fórmula da Ana Bruno & Associados

Sónia Reis: “Zona Franca? Mais inspeções fiscais é a forma mais eficaz de recuperar auxílios”

“O enquadramento fiscal português carece de uma (boa) reforma para se tornar mais justo”, diz Sónia Martins Reis

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