Combining strong local and international expertise, the employment team at CMS‘ has a solid reputation in handling restructurings, trade union negotiations, and collective dismissal procedures. It also excels in negotiating collective agreements, employment contracts, and TUPE proceedings. The practice is spearheaded by a trio of experts: Susana Afonso, who remains a go-to for complex restructuring work; Sofia Mateus, who manages the litigation side of the practice with a particular focus on disciplinary matters, social security disputes, and labour misdemeanour cases; João Paulo Gomes, who leads the Madeira office and offers expert labour counsel to clients in the hospitality, construction, and transport sectors, both locally and internationally.
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Témoignages
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‘I essentially work with Sofia Costa Lobo - her technical knowledge, as well as her total availability, kindness and ability to adapt are distinctive.'
‘Potential clients would be interested to know that the team is composed of highly skilled professionals with extensive experience in various legal domains.'
- 'The team has a proven track record in handling complex legal matters across multiple industries. They also have a strong focus on understanding and addressing the specific needs of each client.'
- 'The team works closely together, leveraging each member’s strengths to provide comprehensive solutions.'
‘The individuals stand out due to their exceptional expertise, dedication, and innovative approach to legal practice. They bring a unique blend of skills and qualities that set them apart from competitors.'
- 'Senior Associate Sara Chiappe Nolasco has demonstrated remarkable skills in the area of employment law. Her attention to detail and commitment to excellence have made her work truly commendable.'
‘Working with CMS has been a unique experience. The professionalism, availability and dedication of the entire team have been essential to the success of the challenge we are facing, which is just beginning. I am confident that it was the best decision we made in hiring CMS.'
Clients clés
- Glovo
- Stuart Group
- H&M
- Madmantech Madeira
- Millenniumbcp
- Banco Santander
- Altice Group
- ABANCA Corporación
- Portway Handling Portugal
- ANA – Aeroportos de Portugal
Points forts
- Advising Glovo following the entry into force of Law No. 13/2023 in May 2023, which brought changes to the presumption of an employment contract in the context of digital platforms.
- Advising Millenniumbcp on the ongoing labour litigation in the context of challenging the collective redundancy, in disciplinary processes, as well as day-to-day work.
- Advising Banco Santander on labour litigation in the context of a challenge to a collective redundancy process, as well as day-to-day work.
Avocats
Hall of Fame
Avocats au sommet de leur profession, largement reconnus et respectés par l'ensemble du marché pour leur expertise éprouvée et leur intervention récurrente et longue date dans les dossiers les plus complexes et prestigieux.
Les grands avocats du marché
Avocats associés reconnus parmi les leaders du marché par leurs pairs et leurs clients, régulièrement présents dans les grands dossiers dans lesquels ils sont au premier plan.
Les grands avocats de demain
Jeunes associés disposant d’une reconnaissance montante sur le marché, jouant régulièrement un rôle clé dans des dossiers majeurs.
Responsable de la pratique
Susana Afonso; Sofia Mateus; João Paulo Gomes
Autres avocats clés
Margarida Rosenbusch, Catarina Gil Jorge, Mafalda Alves da Silva, Sara Chiappe Nolasco, Miguel Almeida e Costa, Tiago de Magalhães, Válter Diogo Dias