Sixty Days: The Deadline the Lobby Law Gives Those Who Talk to the State
The Lobby Law entered into force in July 2026. The register that gives it substance only opens in January 2027, and the sanctions only arrive in June.
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One million euros by invitation: the reform of the Public Contracts Code
The thresholds for awarding by invitation rise to one million euros, and new rules reach contracts already under way. What changes on 1 October, and what is worth reviewing beforehand.
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Small business insolvency: when to file and what changes for shareholders
Delaying the insolvency filing does not protect the company: it can turn a business debt into a personal problem for shareholders.
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Dismissal for just cause: what the employer must prove
A poorly grounded dismissal can turn into an unlawful dismissal ruling. What the law requires before acting.
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End of the 2% rent cap: what is already settled and what is not
Horacio Baptista Ladera explains the real scope of the urban rental reform bill approved by the Council of Ministers.
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The Long Game of Football Agents: from Zurich 1991 to the Mainz Ruling
From the 1991 regulatory matrix to the July 2026 CJEU ruling: what changes for agents, players and clubs.
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Shareholder agreements: clauses that prevent litigation
What a shareholder agreement should include to prevent corporate conflicts before they reach court.
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Corporate offences: when the fine is only the start
How a poorly handled administrative offence can escalate into criminal liability for management.
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Residency in Portugal: common mistakes in the first application
The most frequent documentation errors that delay residence permit applications.
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Tax litigation: deadlines that cannot be missed
A practical guide to the critical deadlines in challenging tax assessments.
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Uncontested divorce: when it is worth it
The real advantages of an uncontested divorce compared to a litigated process.
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Urban leases: clauses that protect landlords
Contractual clauses often overlooked that reduce the risk of tenant default.
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GDPR for SMEs: the minimum you cannot skip
A practical GDPR compliance framework for small and medium-sized businesses.
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Legal due diligence: what a superficial audit hides
Why a rushed due diligence process costs more after signing.
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Right to silence: what changes during questioning
A practical explanation of exercising the right to silence in criminal proceedings.
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