Chambers Europe 2019
Chambers Europe is the benchmark among international directories that produce rankings of law firms, for the quality of its research and for the scope of the areas it analyses, namely across all of Europe and in several practice areas in each jurisdiction, including pan-European practices.
SÉRVULO is ranked in this directory in its main practice areas, with special highlight being given to the top-tier ranking for Public Law.
"Sources highlight the department's availability and enthuse that the lawyers in the team are 'client-oriented and provide a very personalised service'."
"Other clients similarly report: 'They work closely with us and really understand us, not only from a legal point of view but also a commercial perspective'."
Manuel Magalhães
“Manuel Magalhaes is 'very commercially astute and aware of all the nuances of the law'. His clients include important banking institutions, whom he assists with a variety of mandates including restructuring operations and financial services regulation.”
Paulo Câmara
“Paulo Camara predominantly advises major domestic and international banks on various regulatory issues such as those relating to crowdfunding or whistleblowing. Sources deem him to be 'very knowledgeable and a great banking lawyer'.”
"Clients appreciate the team's proximity, in addition to the lawyers' 'technical capability and 100% availability'."
"One source underlines the group's 'practical approach', describing the team members as 'meticulous, skilled and proactive'."
"One interviewee highlights the team's 'technical capabilities', adding that 'we have developed a very close relationship with the firm'."
"Sources also praise the firm's 'very good client management skills' and 'responsiveness'."
"Sources speak highly of the firm, noting not only 'the lawyers' outstanding legal expertise but also their openness to listen to the client and find the most suitable solutions'."
"Interviewees also praise the team for being 'knowledgeable and always available', further underlining the provision of 'quality work and documents'."
"Clients admire the quality of the firm's work, as well as its 'dedicated, responsive and transparent' team."
"Another interviewee describes the group as comprise of 'well-prepared specialists who are very effective in court'."
Teresa Anselmo Vaz
“Teresa Anselmo Vaz possesses impressive knowledge of the pharmaceutical sector, and commentators describe her as 'an excellent litigator' who has 'a good strategic view of the matter'.”
João Saúde
“Joao Saude's practice includes representing clients in insolvency or construction disputes, from breaches of contract through to damages claims. He is active in numerous cross-border mandates.”
"Sérvulo offers a comprehensive service in litigation, arbitration and regulatory compliance (...). Criminal law is a further strength for the team, focusing on financial and corruption-related offences."
"Sérvulo offers a comprehensive service in litigation, arbitration and regulatory compliance."
"The department draws praise for its provision of 'correct and serious advice'."
"Other interviewees highlight the team's experience in arbitration proceedings."
Teresa Anselmo Vaz
“'Great litigator' Teresa Anselmo Vaz is adept at handling multi-jurisdictional disputes. She primarily handles contentious issues regarding pharmaceutical patents.”
Ana Rita Paínho
“Ana Rita Paínho draws praise for her efficiency, responsiveness and experience. She is well versed in patent disputes concerning generic medicines, including arbitration proceedings, as well as IP issues relating to technology.”
"The team receives recommendations for its abilities to understand the client's position, further to its provision of 'correct and serious advice'."
"Observers confirm the department to be 'very specialised in life sciences, especially in arbitration relating to patents'."
"Clients commend the department for its 'very focused and efficient replies'."
"Sources further appreciate the team's technical prowess."
"Clients commend the group's 'excellent knowledge of the area and total availability'."
"Interviewees also highlight the team's speed of response."
José Manuel Sérvulo Correia
“Jose Manuel Servulo Correia maintains a solid reputation for his contribution to Portuguese public law. His activity includes assistance with arbitration proceedings.”
Rui Medeiros
“Rui Medeiros is described as an 'excellent lawyer'. He regularly advises on contentious proceedings, with notable activity on behalf of clients in the natural resources sectors.”
João Amaral e Almeida
“Joao Amaral e Almeida regularly advises on the drafting of regulation and on litigation or arbitration proceedings.”
Mark Kirkby
“Clients value Mark Kirkby's 'availability, knowledge and ability to explain matters in a language which is understandable to those who aren't legal specialists'.”
"Clients explain that the lawyers 'work very well as a group and are always available. They are very client oriented and always look at each issue in detail to make sure we are doing the processes very well. They really put themselves in our shoes'."
"Other interviewees similarly state that they 'are very conscious of giving the best possible customer advice'."
“The team draws praise for comprising ‘true data protection specialists who provide pragmatic advice’."
“Other interviewees underline the group's ability to provide comprehensive assistance. One source notes: ‘You can throw any challenge at them and get, in return, consistently outstanding advice and support’."