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Doria
Sesimbra on Aug-2024
Initial Review
Service: Accompanying us for 7 years in all areas.
Having collaborated with Francisco for seven years, I appreciate his straightforward nature and excellent English communication. He has consistently helped us, from handling administrative tasks to finding errors in contracts that saved us money. His deep cultural understanding and honesty make him someone I can fully trust.
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Anthony
Vila Nova de Gaia on Aug-2024
Initial Review
Service: Civil litigation case, where we actually managed to secure a refund
Finding a great attorney was crucial for my case. Jorge is excellent, both in handling the law and being approachable. We navigated a civil litigation case and successfully secured a refund.
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Sandra
Setubal on Feb-2026
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Service: Family law consultation and ongoing case representation
I was looking for a family lawyer after a bad experience with my old one, and Joana was welcoming, friendly, and helpful. In our first talk I explained my situation, she suggested a first consultation, then took over my case and it’s still ongoing but finally moving forward. She’s quite busy, but she usually makes time to answer me and when something came up she was very available to solve it. A bit pricey, but I chose to continue because I trust her work and I’m happy so far.
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Sergey
Funchal on Oct-2025
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Service: Portuguese immigration support: residence permits, citizenship applications, license exchange, litigation
I’ve known Lilia for years and she helps us with documents in Portugal. With her we got residence permits for two people, handled our investment things, applied for citizenship, and she showed me the way to exchange my rights so I got an EU license. My wife’s VNG card took a very long time - more than three years - because the documents were probably lost, but thanks to Lilia and her company we won court cases and finally received it, and we understood the delays were the system, not her. She is young but very professional, polite and competent, we ask her about tax law and legal questions all the time, and while the service is not the cheapest, the work is not elementary and it has been worth it.
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ADEL
Porto on Jan-2026
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Service: Company formation assistance, legal case handling, document preparation
Pedro helped me with several inquiries and issues - he set up my company and handled some cases in court, and it was always very smooth. He is very valuable and understandable, reminds me when I forget, did an amazing job setting all the documents, and warned me when I needed to pay attention to details. I’ve been working with him for three years now, I always call him when I need something, and the price felt totally fine and good. I kind of prefer to keep him to myself, but I highly recommend him.
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Ana
Seixal on Oct-2025
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Service: Reviewed property purchase documents and provided legal recommendations, referred inspector
I hired Raquel to review some documents for a property I was buying in Portugal, and she helped me go over the CPCV. She went through the documents with me and gave her recommendations, and she even replied when I reached out around 8 or 9 pm, which was pretty awesome. Then, we spoke again the next day once the signed documents came in. She also recommended a property inspection professional, which is not very common here, and with both their help, I completed the purchase. The price felt a bit expensive, but I was in an urgent position, and honestly, I loved her services.
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Real Estate Lawyers in Lisbon: costs, languages & what to check

Locallista lists 6 hand-vetted English-speaking real estate lawyers in Lisbon, rated 9.8/10 on average across verified expat reviews. Every provider serves customers in English, working across neighbourhoods like Baixa-Chiado, Alfama and Avenidas Novas. In Lisbon, an initial consultation typically runs €60–€150 (2026). Compare profiles and reviews, then contact a real estate lawyer directly — no language barrier.

  • Vetted providers: 6 English-speaking real estate lawyers in Lisbon, rated 9.8/10 on average.
  • Languages spoken: English, French, Portuguese and Spanish.
  • Where they work: Lisbon and surrounding areas, including Baixa-Chiado, Alfama and Avenidas Novas.
  • Typical price: An initial consultation typically runs €60–€150 (2026); final cost varies by provider and job.
  • Before you hire: agree the fee basis up front — fixed fee for paperwork (NIE, residency) vs hourly for disputes.
  • Paperwork tip: in Portugal, ask for a recibo verde / fatura with IVA (23% VAT) so the work is documented and guaranteed.

Last updated June 21, 2026 · Reviewed by the Locallista Lisbon team

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Our real estate lawyers in Lisbon handle property purchases, sales, rentals, contract drafting and review, due diligence, tax advice, inheritance, Golden Visa applications, and property disputes. Many can assist with Portuguese bureaucracy and notarial requirements.

  • Yes, our lawyers advise on every step of purchasing or renting property, including title checks, negotiating terms, reviewing contracts, and registering ownership. They can also represent you with local authorities and agencies.

  • Yes, all real estate lawyers listed on Locallista are English-speaking, with many fluent in other languages as well. Language skills are clearly displayed on their profiles.

  • Costs depend on case complexity and service type. Some lawyers charge flat fees for property transactions, while others may work on an hourly basis. Transparent estimates are always provided during the first consultation.

  • Yes, all lawyers are experienced in assisting foreigners, including residency, tax concerns, inheritance, and legalizing documents for use in Portugal.

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