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João Corte-Real is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Real Estate Law. João practices law in Lisbon, Portugal Best Lawyers has recognized João Corte-Real since 2027. 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 João Corte-Real is held by other lawyers.

Vera Chalaça is a partner at VCA, with 23 years of experience advising national and international clients on family-related matters, including relocation and retirement planning, as well as real estate, corporate governance and investment projects. Since 2017, Vera has led VCA’s Litigation Department, coordinating complex national and cross-border disputes and providing strategic advice in pre-litigation and litigation , with a focus on family and succession planning , high-value...

Hugo Martins Braz joined VCA in October 2009 to strengthen and lead the Litigation department, and has been a Partner since 2010 . Since then, he has built the firm’s Labour and Insolvency departments from the ground up and now heads all three areas (Litigation, Labour and Insolvency), managing the teams and a portfolio of Portuguese and international clients . He is also the partner responsible for Human Resources at VCA. His practice covers complex domestic and cross-border litigation...

Vasco Carvalho Marques is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Tax Law. Vasco Carvalho practices law in Lisbon, Portugal Best Lawyers has recognized Vasco Carvalho Marques 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 Vasco Carvalho Marques is held by other lawyers.

Sónia Antunes Dias has been part of VCA since 2007 and is a Senior Associate in the Litigation and Maritime Law teams. With more than 20 years of experience in legal practice, she represents individuals and companies in civil, administrative and maritime matters, keeping her clients’ interests at the centre of how she builds each case. Maritime Law sits at the heart of her practice. Sónia holds a postgraduate degree in the field and advises on maritime litigation and ship ...

Luiz Augusto Teixeira de Freitas is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Corporate Law and Tax Law. Luiz Augusto practices law in Lisbon, Portugal Best Lawyers has recognized Luiz Augusto Teixeira de Freitas since 2018. 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 Luiz Augusto Teixeira de Freitas is held by other lawyers.

João Valadas Coriel is a lawyer and managing partner at VCA – Valadas Coriel & Associados, a firm he founded in 2001 with a clear focus on advising private clients, family offices, and companies through a strategic, cross-disciplinary, and international approach. He is frequently called upon to lead teams in complex, multijurisdictional matters. Over the years, he has become a trusted advisor to individuals, families, foundations and corporations, known for his ability to see...

João Gil Figueira is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Tax Law 2026. He is a tax and business lawyer and co-founder of GFDL Advogados. He counsels domestic and multinational businesses regarding Tax Law, Commercial, Corporate and Regulatory Law in the context of investment and cross-border operations in several sectors, including IT/FinTech, Media, Real Estate, M&A and Blockchain/Cryptoassets. He advises a wide variety of clients, from founders an...

Tiago Marques is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Labor and Employment Law. Tiago practices law in Lisbon, Portugal Best Lawyers has recognized Tiago Marques since 2027. 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 Tiago Marques is held by other lawyers.

Founding Partner of RSA LP President of the Lisbon District Council of the Portuguese Bar Association for the 2005-2007 period Member of the Advisory Council for Justice of the Ministry of Justice by appointment of the Bar Association in 2002 Member of the Portuguese Bar Association since 1989 Practice Areas: (i) Public Litigation and Arbitration; (ii) Real Estate Law; (iii) Investment Projects and Vehicles; (iv) General Litigation; (v)Corporate Governance; (vi) Business Revitalization and Re...