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Private International Law

Across borders,
one lawyer

Review and recognition of foreign judgments, international contracts, divorces, custody and estates involving several countries. Registered in Portugal, Brazil and Spain.

Private International Law

Private International Law

A divorce granted in Brazil has no automatic effect in Portugal. An estate with assets in two countries requires knowing which law applies. A contract with a foreign company must define the competent court.

This is where registration with three Bar Associations and a network of international partners make a difference: one point of contact to coordinate the case in each country.

Three registrations
Portuguese Bar (OA), Brazilian Bar (OAB) and Madrid Bar (ICAM).
Partner network
Partner lawyers in Brazil, Portugal, Spain and Israel.
One point of contact
We coordinate the case in each country and keep you informed in one place.
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What we do

How we can help
in this field

01

Recognition of foreign judgments

Recognition in Portugal of foreign divorces, judgments and court decisions, and vice versa in Brazil.

02

International contracts

Applicable law, jurisdiction and arbitration clauses in cross-border contracts.

03

International family law

Divorce, child custody and property regimes with elements in several countries.

04

International estates

Estates with assets or heirs in different countries and wills with international effect.

05

International disputes

Representation in cross-border disputes and international arbitration.

From first contact
to resolution

01
First contact
Tell us about your situation by phone, email, WhatsApp or the form. We will tell you straight away whether we can help.
02
Analysis
We study the documents and deadlines, and identify risks, alternatives and anything still missing.
03
Strategy
We explain the proposed course of action, its stages and the costs before going ahead. You decide fully informed.
04
Follow-up
We keep you informed of every relevant step without you having to ask. You always deal directly with the lawyer.
Frequently asked questions

Questions that deserve
straight answers

I divorced in Brazil. Is the divorce valid in Portugal?

To take effect in Portugal, the Brazilian judgment must be reviewed and confirmed by the Portuguese court. We handle the whole process.

Which law applies to an estate with assets in several countries?

It depends, among other factors, on the deceased’s habitual residence and any choice made in a will. We review the case and coordinate with partners in the other countries.

Do you work with lawyers in other countries?

Yes. We have partners in Brazil, Portugal, Spain and Israel, and coordinate the work so that you have a single point of contact.

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