Personal, hands-on legal practice for individuals, NGOs and businesses.
I represent individuals and organizations in contractual, pre-litigation and litigation matters. I appear before Portuguese courts, the European Court of Human Rights and the Court of Justice of the European Union. I provide legal counsel to national and international non-governmental organizations.
Practice
A varied practice, with a focus on fundamental rights
Civil litigation
Civil liability, personality rights, injunctions.
Criminal litigation
Defence of the accused and representation of victims at every stage of criminal proceedings.
Freedom of expression
Speech in the media and online, freedom of the press and administrative transparency.
Gender-based violence and discrimination
Supporting victims in civil and criminal proceedings.
Protest and police violence
The rights of protesters, use of police force, and protection of vulnerable citizens, activists and whistleblowers.
Environment
Access to environmental information and environmental litigation, including public-interest actions.
Associations and foundations
Bylaws, internal governance, legal obligations and litigation.
Businesses
Contracts and civil and commercial disputes for small and medium-sized businesses.
Writing and public engagement
I write a weekly column, No país emerso, in Sábado magazine, published online and in print; I co-organize Debatível with João Marecos and José Maria Pimentel; I take part in conferences; and I comment on justice, gender equality and environmental issues on television, radio and podcasts.
Index of publications and appearancesCareer
10+ years of professional experience