Abreu Advogados ranked Band 1 for Private Clients in Chambers and Partners High Net Worth Guide 2025

Abreu Advogados has once again been recognised as one of Portugal’s leading law firms in the area of Private Wealth Law, achieving the highest distinction — Band 1 — in the prestigious Chambers and Partners High Net Worth Guide 2025.

Abreu Advogados’ Band 1 ranking reflects the strength of a cohesive, innovative and excellence-driven team, which continues to provide close and rigorous legal support to private clients in an increasingly demanding and regulated global environment.

The 2025 edition of the guide also highlights, on an individual level, four members of Abreu’s Private Clients team:

• Nuno Cunha Barnabé, ranked in Band 1, is recognised as a leading figure in advising private clients and complex family structures. The directory praises his deep technical knowledge, strategic insight, and the high level of trust he inspires in both domestic and international clients.

• Marta Costa, ranked in Band 2, is once again acknowledged for her strong expertise in advising families and international fiduciary structures, with a particular focus on tax and succession planning. Clients highlight her close involvement, clarity, and ability to manage complex matters.

• Alexandra Courela, ranked in Band 3, is recognised for her consistent practice and close support to private clients in matters relating to wealth planning, donations and succession. She is noted for her legal sensitivity and attention to the specific needs of each client.

• Maria Inês Assis, ranked as Up and Coming, represents the new generation of legal talent at Abreu. She is valued for her confident handling of wealth planning and investment structuring matters, as well as for her attention to detail and ability to navigate legal complexity.

This recognition by Chambers and Partners is particularly relevant as it is based on interviews and direct feedback from clients and professionals in the field, ensuring a rigorous, independent assessment grounded in real market experience.