Lopes Cardoso & Associados, Sociedade de Advogados, R. L., is a distinguished law firm based in Porto, Portugal, renowned for its comprehensive legal services and commitment to excellence. Established in 2001 by João António Lopes Cardoso, the firm has built a reputation for delivering high-quality legal counsel across various practice areas, including corporate law, civil litigation, and real estate law. The firm's dedication to professionalism and technical competence has positioned it as a reference in the Portuguese legal landscape.

The firm's team of experienced attorneys is known for their in-depth knowledge and ability to navigate complex legal matters effectively. Clients have consistently praised the firm's professionalism and the favorable outcomes achieved in their cases. For instance, one client noted, "The team at Lc&a - lopes cardoso & associados, sociedade de advogados, s.p., r.l. provided me with exceptional legal service. They were professional, knowledgeable, and achieved a favorable outcome in my case."

Lopes Cardoso & Associados places a strong emphasis on personalized client service, ensuring that each case is handled with meticulous attention to detail and tailored strategies. The firm's commitment to transparency and clear communication ensures that clients are well-informed throughout the legal process. Operating from their office in Porto, the firm maintains convenient hours from Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 1:30 PM and 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM, reflecting their dedication to accessibility and client support.

About Lopes Cardoso & Associados, Sociedade de Advogados, R. L..

Founded in 2001


Practice areas
Business
Real Estate
Family
Criminal Defense
Employment & Labor

Languages spoken
English

Practice areas

Business

Lopes Cardoso & Associados offers comprehensive legal services in commercial and corporate law, assisting clients with company formation, dissolution, mergers, acquisitions, and corporate transformations. The firm provides guidance on share transactions, shareholder agreements, and commercial contracts, including agency, distribution, franchising, and leasing. Their litigation services address corporate disputes such as annulment of resolutions, company investigations, and shareholder exclusions.
Accounting & Auditing
Administrative
Admiralty & Maritime
Agriculture
Antitrust
Aviation
Banking & Finance
Business Registration
Communications & Media Law
Contract
Due Diligence
Employer
Environment
Franchising
Gaming
Government Contract
Health Care
Investment
International
Legal Document
Licensing
Merger & Acquisition
New Business Formation
Office Solutions
Oil, Gas & Energy
Securities
Tax
Transportation
Venture Capital
Nonprofit & Charitable Organizations
International Trade Law
Government Relations & Lobbying
Financial Services Regulation
Tax Increment Financing

Real Estate

Lopes Cardoso & Associados offers comprehensive legal services in real estate law, assisting clients with property transactions, condominium management, leasing agreements, and property development. Their expertise includes advising on the promotion, construction, and mediation of real estate projects, as well as handling legal matters related to property acquisition, leasing, and management for both residents and non-residents. The firm also provides support in drafting and negotiating contracts, conducting due diligence, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements in the real estate sector.
Commercial Real Estate
Housing, Construction & Development
Foreclosure
Land Use & Zoning
Landlord & Tenant
Mortgage
Real Estate Due Diligence
Real Estate Contracts and Negotiations
Brokerage
Natural Resources

Family

Lopes Cardoso & Associados, Sociedade de Advogados, R. L., offers comprehensive legal services in family law, assisting both national and international clients with matters such as divorce proceedings-including mutual consent and contested cases-division of marital assets, parental responsibility agreements, paternity and maternity investigations, marriage annulments, adoption processes, inheritance issues, and both judicial and extrajudicial asset divisions. The firm is committed to delivering high-quality, innovative legal solutions tailored to each client's unique circumstances.
Adoption
Child Abuse
Child Custody
Child Support
Child Visitation
Collaborative Law
Divorce & Separation
Domestic Violence
Father's Rights
Marriage
Military Divorce
Same Sex & LGBT
Annulment

Criminal Defense

Lopes Cardoso & Associados, Sociedade de Advogados, R. L., offers comprehensive criminal defense services, representing clients in cases involving property crimes such as theft, robbery, and damage; offenses against life in society, including currency counterfeiting; drug trafficking; economic and financial crimes; personal offenses like homicide, physical assault, and domestic violence; and crimes against honor, such as slander and defamation. Their services encompass drafting criminal complaints, preparing civil damages claims, overseeing judicial inquiries, attending proceedings before criminal police and investigation courts, challenging house arrests, managing property seizures, requesting changes to custody conditions for detained defendants, and filing appeals.
Arrests & Searches
Bail Bond Service
Cannabis
Criminal Litigation
Drug Crime
Drunk Driving
DUI & DWI
Juvenile Law
Sex Crime
Speeding & Traffic Ticket
White Collar Crime

Employment & Labor

Lopes Cardoso & Associados, Sociedade de Advogados, R. L. offers comprehensive legal services in employment and labor law, encompassing both litigation and preventive consulting. The firm's expertise includes drafting employment contracts, negotiating termination agreements, managing disciplinary proceedings, and handling labor disputes. They also assist clients in challenging dismissals and pursuing claims for overdue salaries. By providing tailored solutions, Lopes Cardoso & Associados ensures that clients effectively navigate the complexities of labor relations and maintain compliance with applicable laws.
Employment Rights
Hiring & Firing
Job Discrimination
Labor Law
Pension
Retirement
Sexual Harassment
Social Security
Wage & Hour
Wrongful Termination
Whistleblower & Qui Tam
Employment Benefits & Executive Compensation

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