VdA is noted for its ability to ‘comprehensively and effectively address a wide range of legal issues’, providing clients with a fully comprehensive TMT service. The team has demonstrable experience in transactional, regulatory, and contentious matters, catering to clients from the worlds of media, entertainment, science,  technology, cybersecurity, telecoms, aerospace and digital economy. The practice is steered by Magda Cocco who is recommended for her expertise in telecoms, media, aerospace and data protection. Fernando Resina da Silva, is renowned for his wide-ranging focus on information and communication technologies, outsourcing, cloud computing, and IP. Regulatory issues surrounding electronic and postal communications form the basis of Tiago Bessa‘s caseload. Margarida Couto is also noted. Principal consultant Helena Correia Mendonça is singled out for her knowledge of technology-related matters, covering blockchain, AI, software and outsourcing.

Well-regarded for its ‘technical industry expertise’ and its ‘exemplary dedication’ to clients, Morais Leitão, Galvão Teles, Soares da Silva & Associados is well versed in the full spectrum of TMT matters. The team boasts expertise in regulatory litigation, large-scale M&A transactions and antitrust enforcement matters, particularly within the telecoms sector. Spearheading the team is Nuno Peres Alves, a key contact for telecoms and media companies who is noted for his expertise in regulatory disputes. Associate Inês Ferrari Careto is frequently involved in antitrust matters involving TMT players. Former practice head Gonçalo Machado Borges has left the firm.

Electronic communications, IT, media and emerging technology expertise forms the cornerstone of the TMT practice at SRS Legal. Praised for its ‘very pragmatic approach’, the team possesses the capabilities to advise its diverse roster of clients on the full scope of regulatory, contractual and contentious matters. A reference in the market, Octávio Castelo Paulo possesses over three decades' experience in regulatory, contractual and commercial mandates in the telecoms space, regularly advising Portuguese and international network operators, service providers, cable TV, OTT players, media companies and content providers. He oversees the practice with Luís Neto Galvão, another key contact for traditional operators and OTC companies seeking assistance with regulatory and contractual matters, such as market access issues, outsourcing, and software licensing, among others.

The ‘exceptional’ team at Abreu Advogados fields an impressive track record in on complex TMT matters, earning praise as ‘one of the most reliable law firms in Portugal.‘ Leveraging the firm’s accomplished IP team, the practice provides regular counsel to clients engaged in the media, advertising, marketing, IT, telecoms and e-commerce sectors. The ‘extraordinary’ Ricardo Henriques leads the team and focuses on the technology sector, specialising in matters such as software licensing, compliance projects regarding emerging technologies and issues related to e-commerce. Martim Menezes is noted for his expertise in litigation matters, regularly advising international clients in the media sector. José Maria Alves Pereira brings together experience in e-commerce, advertising, media, and IT matters, covering compliance issues, software agreements, M&A transactions and data protection.

Lauded for its ‘technical knowledge’, the team at CCA Law Firm handles a range of matters for its diverse portfolio of clients, including advertising agencies and start-ups. The team possesses the capabilities to assist on the entire spectrum of work, with a particular focus regulatory and contractual matters as well as litigation in the media sector. Filipe Mayer is a key contact for advertising agencies, media outlets and agencies, offering expertise across a range of TMT matters. He leads the team alongside Martim Bouza Serrano, who is entrusted by a diverse mix of blue-chip clients on matters relating to media, privacy, marketing, social media and IT. Senior associate Alcina De Oliveira Alves is also recommended for mandates involving the worlds of online gambling, advertising and new technologies.

The team at DLA Piper ABBC is noted for its ‘in-depth legal knowledge’ and ability to ‘deal with a wide range of areas of law’. The practice regularly handles both contentious and non-contentious TMT matters, including data protection issues, software licensing, administrative disputes, and cases related to unfair competition. The team is jointly chaired by João Costa Quinta and Daniel Reis. A diverse mix of national and international clients turn to Quinta for his expertise in commercial contracts and privacy-related issues, while Reis is noted for his specialist focus on software licensing and IT services, data protection, cybersecurity and technology transactions. With a deep understanding of the TMT sector, Margarida Leitão Nogueira is active in the IT, gaming, media, entertainment, advertising and e-commerce segments. Vanessa Patrocínio has recently advised domestic and international player on the implementation of telecoms and emerging technology projects in the fields of healthtech and autonomous driving.

Showcasing a strong track record of representing a diverse roster of blue-chip clients in the TMT sector, the ‘very cohesive’ team at PLMJ is skilled at advising on M&A transactions, data protection issues, IT contracts and administrative proceedings, among other matters. Steering the practice is Pedro Lomba, who boasts extensive experience handling high-profile mandates across the communications, media, tech, and digital sectors. Key support is offered by a strong team of associates, where Marta Salgado Areias is recommended for 'her pragmatism and accuracy in monitoring' of contractual, privacy and licensing matters, and Rita de Sousa Costa is noted for her expertise in the media, technology and data protection spaces.

With extensive experience in the telecoms, media, banking, technology, fintech, IT and e-commerce industries, Cuatrecasas‘s TMT practice is praised for its ‘great knowledge’ of sector-related mandates, including data protection, regulatory compliance, advertising and licensing agreements. Joana Mota Agostinho advises domestic and international clients on electronic communications, new technologies, intellectual property, data protection and cybersecurity. She leads the team alongside IP specialist Sónia Queiróz Vaz, who also advises on big data, e-commerce and data protection mandates.

Housing a practice noted for its ‘in-depth knowledge‘, pbbr - Sociedade de Advogados RL works with a diverse roster of public and private-sector clients on a range of TMT mandates. Transactional matters, including M&A, big data, AI and IT agreements are key areas of expertise for the group, which attracts regular instructions from telecoms, fintech, gaming, and IT clients. The ‘remarkable’ Carina Branco is well versed in a broad range of TMT matters, most notably AI, robotics, system applications and blockchain.

Sérvulo & Associados is often sought out by TMT clients for its strong credentials in contractual, licensing, commercial and data protection matters. Spearheading the team is Ana Rita Painho who possesses particular expertise in mandates concerning the IT, advertising, and telecoms segments. Drawing on her previous experience at the national telecoms regulator, associate Ana Mira Cordeiro is particularly well placed to advise on TMT matters. Inês de Sá is regularly engaged in consumer law, advertising and data protection issues.

APTS - Alves Pereira & Teixeira de Sousa, S.P., R.L. ‘s TMT practice is frequently instructed by a diverse roster of clients on a range of matters, including licensing agreements, IT contracts, GDPR compliance, and privacy policies. Practice head João Pedro Alves Pereira is often retained by media and advertising clients.

The ‘exceptional’ team at CMS regularly acts for a diverse roster of clients, including leading domestic and international clients operating in the TMT sector. The team excels in M&A, software licensing, sponsorship contracts, data protection and litigation issues. The practice is jointly steered by José Luís Arnaut and João Leitão Figueiredo. Arnaut is adept in IP matters, while Figueiredo provides regular advice on contentious, transactional and day-to-day matters in the fields of IP, IT and data protection. Key support is offered by associate Sara Rocha, whose expertise covers the media, technology, e-commerce, IP, and data protection spaces.

Highlighted for its ‘interdisciplinary expertise’ and ‘unwavering commitment to client-oriented solutions’, the TMT team at PRA-Raposo, Sá Miranda & Associados, Sociedade de Advogados RL is particularly active in the media sector, advising on distribution, supply, partnership and collaboration agreements, commercial contracts, and data protection issues. Its broad service offering also covers telecoms, advertising, e-commerce and IT-related mandates. The practice is under the leadership of Gonçalo Gil Barreiros.

The ‘highly professional’ team at Raposo Bernardo is regularly engaged by clients hailing from the  technology, telecoms and fintech sectors. The team is led by Mafalda Contumélias Batista, who is noted for her expertise on TMT and antitrust matters, including contractual issues, software licensing and data protection.