Lisbon, Portugal — In a strategic expansion of its legal team, Portuguese law firm Melo Alves has welcomed Cláudia Leonardo as a new partner and the head of its litigation and arbitration practice. Leonardo, who joins the team with an impressive 25-year track record, previously served at Antas da Cunha Ecija as of counsel.
Tiago Melo Alves, the managing partner of Melo Alves, expressed enthusiasm over Leonardo’s appointment, stating that her inclusion is key to bolstering the firm’s litigation and arbitration capabilities both in Portugal and internationally. He praised her for bringing a high level of expertise, quality, and a well-established reputation to their projects.
Bruno Melo Alves, another partner at the firm, highlighted that Cláudia’s in-depth understanding of the Angolan market will be particularly beneficial as the firm continues to expand its operations sustainably in the region. He emphasized that her experience aligns with the firm’s strategic goals to strengthen its litigation department, helping to enhance their service offerings and market reach.
Cláudia Leonardo is an accomplished legal professional with a comprehensive educational background. She earned her law degree from the Faculty of Law at Universidade Lusíada and holds multiple postgraduate degrees. These include European Studies from the European Institute of the Faculty of Law at the University of Lisbon, Forensic Practice and Corporate Advisory from Universidade Católica Portuguesa, and International Commercial Arbitration from the Centre for Commercial Law Studies at Queen Mary University of London.
She specializes in various sectors of law including commercial litigation, mediation, and arbitration at both national and international levels. With extensive experience in civil and commercial disputes, Leonardo has a proven track record in managing complex commercial and investment contracts and arbitration issues.
In another significant move, Melo Alves recently added Sofia Li to the firm’s Asian Desk. Sofia, who previously worked with SRS Legal, joins under the leadership of Jorge Chang, a partner at the firm. She brings her expertise to assist Asian investors with immigration and citizenship, real estate, labor law, and the execution of joint ventures. Li is trilingual, fluent in Portuguese, English, and Mandarin, making her invaluable in facilitating communications and negotiations across diverse client groups.
This latest expansion reflects Melo Alves’s commitment to enhancing its services to meet the evolving needs of its clients in various international markets, thereby strengthening its portfolio across multiple legal disciplines.
As Melo Alves continues to expand its team and services, the firm is positioned to more effectively deliver solutions tailored to the diverse legal needs of its growing international clientele. Cláudia Leonardo’s leadership will be crucial as the firm seeks to navigate the complexities of international litigation and arbitration, providing robust support to clients dealing with cross-border legal challenges.
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