Knowledge

17.11.2025

Informed Consent and the Doctor–Patient Relationship

Informed consent is now a key requirement in the doctor–patient relationship. More than a signed form, it demands clear information, structured dialogue and respect for autonomy, as its absence may lead to civil liability.
Legal Brief Carlos Vasconcelos EN Health Law
11.11.2025

Pharmacies Under New Rules – What Has Changed?

A new ordinance redefines the rules for opening or transferring pharmacies: distances measured to the centimeter, tight deadlines, and online applications. Less paperwork, more clarity — and everything duly regulated.
Legal Brief Bruno Magalhães EN
06.11.2025

Ensuring the Testator’s Last Will and Preventing Family Disputes

The appointment of a testamentary executor can be a strategic tool to ensure compliance with the testator’s last will, prevent conflicts, and manage the estate effectively until its distribution.
Family and Succession Bárbara Figueiredo EN
30.10.2025

The VAT Group Regime – What are VAT Groups?

Bruno Magalhães’ Legal Brief explains in clear terms what is at stake with the creation of the new VAT Group Regime
Legal Brief Bruno Magalhães EN Fiscal
14.10.2025

Common Construction on Separate Property — Quid Iuris?

Building together on one spouse’s land raises legal questions of ownership — as explained by Bárbara Figueiredo
Family and Succession Bárbara Figueiredo EN Família e sucessões
23.06.2025

Forced Heirship: Family Protection vs. Freedom of Will

Forced heirship ensures a share of the estate for statutory heirs, but limits testamentary freedom. How can family protection and freedom of will be balanced? This piece by Bárbara Figueiredo offers an answer.
Family and Succession Bárbara Figueiredo EN

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