Family and Inheritance

We support clients at sensitive times with discretion and proximity. We act in divorces, parental responsibilities, shares and other family matters, with a focus on protecting the best interests of the child.

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01

Celebrating Marriages and Defining Property Regimes

We provide legal advice on the celebration of civil and religious marriages, helping to choose and formalize the most appropriate property regime (communion, separation or participation). We guarantee clear property implications and legal certainty for both spouses.

02

Antenuptial agreements

We draw up and formalize prenuptial agreements, ensuring that agreements on the property regime and other provisions between the bride and groom are valid and effective. We guarantee legal compliance and registration with the relevant authorities.

03

Transcription of Marriages Celebrated Abroad

We help transcribe marriages performed abroad so that they can take effect in Portugal. We take care of obtaining, translating and apostilling certificates, ensuring that the act is legally recognized in Portugal.

04

Divorces with or without Mutual Consent

We represent clients in consensual (in a registry office) and contentious (in court) divorce proceedings. We prepare all the documentation, conduct negotiations and monitor the procedural stages, ensuring a swift and balanced resolution.

05

Revision of a Foreign Judgment

We handle the review and confirmation of foreign judgments (divorces, adoptions, parental regulation, among others) before the Portuguese courts, guaranteeing the recognition and legal effects of the decisions in Portugal.

06

Regulation and Alteration of Parental Responsibilities

We assist in defining or changing parental regimes, including residence, cohabitation and alimony. We promote consensus solutions whenever possible and represent clients in court when necessary.

07

Educational Guardianship Proceedings

We accompany minors involved in educational guardianship proceedings, ensuring the protection of their rights and the application of appropriate measures for re-education and social reintegration, in accordance with the best interests of the child.

08

Succession Planning - Making Wills and Testaments

We advise on succession planning, drafting wills and advising on the best way to distribute assets. We guarantee legal certainty and compliance with the testator's wishes, reducing the risk of future conflicts.

09

Disinheritance

We provide legal support for disinheritance proceedings, preparing the necessary grounds and ensuring compliance with the legally stipulated grounds, with full follow-up until the decision is recognized by the courts.

10

Partitions and Inventories

We represent clients in amicable or judicial division and inventory processes. We identify assets, evaluate assets, conduct negotiations and ensure the legal formalization of the division between heirs.

11

Donations

We draw up donation contracts, checking the legal requirements and guaranteeing the regularity of the act before notaries and registry offices. We ensure that the donation fulfills the wishes of the donor and protects the interests of the beneficiary.

12

Heir's qualifications

We take care of the entire heir qualification process, gathering the necessary documentation and registering it with the competent authorities, ensuring the correct identification of the successors and the regularization of assets.

13

Stamp Duty on Death

We provide advice and support in calculating and submitting the Stamp Duty declaration for inheritances. We guarantee compliance with the legal deadlines and the correct valuation of assets transferred on death.

Team

Family and Inheritance

We have experienced lawyers who specialize in Family and Inheritance Law, Our team of lawyers has solid training and the sensitivity to deal with delicate personal and property situations. Our team acts in divorce, parental regulation, partition and inheritance proceedings, always with a focus on protecting our clients' interests and promoting fair, balanced and legally secure solutions.

António Mousinho

/ Lawyer

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Paula Lamim

/ Lawyer

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Joana Rebelo Trindade

/ Lawyer

Mariana da Costa Leonardo

/ Lawyer

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Catarina Silva

/ Trainee Lawyer

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Madalena Cardoso

/ Trainee Lawyer

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Raquel Famorosa

/ Partner Lawyer at MLT Legal Partners

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