Rita Calafate
About Rita Calafate
Rita Calafate is a lawyer based in Faro, PT and has been recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Portugal™ since 2026. Rita Calafate is recognized in the following practice area:
- Faro, Portugal
- Insolvency and Reorganization Law
Current Firm: PLMJ
Location: Faro, PT
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