Lamares, Capela & Associados

About Lamares, Capela & Associados

Lamares, Capela & Associados is a Lisbon law firm whose two founding partners built their careers in immigration and citizenship before opening the practice. Its client base is largely foreign: investors, entrepreneurs and families who plan to live in or put capital into Portugal, with a stated record of assisting hundreds of Americans. The corporate side supports people launching a business in the country and companies at later stages, while the tax team serves newcomers who need advice and registrations. Alongside these, the firm covers residence permits, Golden Visa matters, nationality, real estate, labour and inheritance law. Lawyers on the team are listed as working in Portuguese and English, with Spanish also mentioned for some. The website exists in English and Portuguese, and around twenty people appear across the lawyer, operations and support teams. Its network of partners in Portugal and abroad adds international reach.

Services

Assistance with starting a business in Portugal, company incorporation, dissolution and liquidation, amendments to articles and shareholder agreements. Foreign investment advice, licensing, notarial acts and powers of attorney. Tax numbers for individuals and companies, tax representation, starting or ceasing activity and tax litigation. Support with bank introductions and account opening, social security registration, utility set-up, head office and tax residence arrangements. Immigration, Golden Visa, startup visa and citizenship services complete the offer.

• ✓ Company formation: offered
• ✕ Accounting and bookkeeping: not listed
• ✓ Tax compliance: offered
• ✕ VAT: not listed
• ✕ Payroll: not listed
• ✕ Audit: not listed
• ✓ Bank account assistance: offered
• ✓ Residency and visas: offered
• ✓ Corporate secretarial: offered
• ✕ Virtual office: not listed