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José
Afonso

Lawyer and founding partner

Admitted to the Portuguese Bar Association on 5 December 1972, with more than five decades of professional experience.

José Afonso is a founding partner of Afonsos & Fontes. Throughout his career, he has practised law independently and exclusively, assisting individuals, families and businesses across several areas of law.

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Experience, independence and rigour

More than five decades of practice bring together legal knowledge, experience and a prudent assessment of the particular circumstances of each matter.

At Afonsos & Fontes, José Afonso values direct communication with clients, clear explanations of the available options and careful analysis of every situation.

The legal framework and available options always depend on the specific circumstances of each case.

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Professional and academic background

Education and experience

José Afonso obtained his law degree from the University of Coimbra in January 1971 and has been a member of the Portuguese Bar Association since 1972. His entire professional career has been dedicated to legal practice.

1971

Law degree from the University of Coimbra, completed in January.

1972

Admission to the Portuguese Bar Association on 5 December.

2016

Medal of Honour awarded by the Portuguese Bar Association on 19 May.

He has also served as a trainer for the Portuguese Bar Association, including on occupational accident matters, and sat on professional admission panels.

Professional experience

Practice areas

Throughout his career, José Afonso has developed experience across a broad range of legal matters, with particular emphasis on advising businesses, employment relations, and family and asset-related matters.

Commercial and Corporate Law Employment Law Family and Succession Law Civil Law and Contracts Administrative Law Legal advice for businesses
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Contact José Afonso

To ask a question or request information about legal support, you may contact José Afonso directly or call the office.