
The need for expertise
As the art world continues to grow, so does the need for professionals who understand both the legal and commercial aspects of the industry. With the increasing frequency of disputes in the art market, it is … Read the rest

As the art world continues to grow, so does the need for professionals who understand both the legal and commercial aspects of the industry. With the increasing frequency of disputes in the art market, it is … Read the rest

We are pleased to announce that Duarte G Henriques has rejoined the List of the World’s Leading Technology Neutrals of the Silicon Valley Arbitration and Mediation Center, being the only Portuguese lawyer on the list (check it HERE).
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Victoria Associates is pleased to announce that Duarte Henriques and João Frazão wrote the Portuguese report for Mondaq’s International Arbitration Comparative Guide.
The International Arbitration Comparative Guide is edited by Herbert Smith Freehills partner Craig Tevendale and also Vanessa Naish … Read the rest

Victoria Associates sponsored the 24th Annual IBA Arbitration Day, that took place last 13 and 14 April, in Lisbon.
More than 500 people and a host of excellent speakers gathered in the Lisbon Congress Centre to discuss issues related to … Read the rest

The independence and impartiality of the arbitrators is a long lasting hot topic in international arbitration. Indeed, one of the fundamental requirements of the decision-making process of arbitration is that the arbitrators must be, and remain throughout the entire proceeding, … Read the rest

When selecting a dispute resolution method, the expense of arbitration is a primary consideration. As disputes become unavoidable, parties often first wonder, “What will the financial implications be?” Sometimes, by this stage, it might feel late for such considerations.
Surprisingly, … Read the rest

Portugal has built an extensive and sophisticated investment treaty programme, reflecting decades of engagement with international partners to foster cross-border investment and economic cooperation.
Through its network of Bilateral Investment Treaties (BITs) and multilateral agreements, Portugal offers a consistent and … Read the rest
1. Introduction
In Portugal’s legal scene, there’s a noticeable rise in class actions across different areas, to which third-party funders are contributing in a significant manner. Not surprisingly, this contribution has raised questions about the legitimacy of those class actions, … Read the rest

In a significant ruling dated 9 July 2025 (Proc. 108/24.7YRLSB.S1), the Portuguese Supreme Court (STJ) rejected Venezuela’s appeal against the recognition of an arbitral award rendered in France under the ICSID Additional Facility Rules, in favor of Canadian investor Gold … Read the rest
Victoria Associates is excited to announce that our team, including Duarte Henriques, João Nuno Frazão, Ricardo Ragageles Vigário, and Rita de Carvalho has authored the comprehensive Portugal Investment Treaty Arbitration Report for Global Arbitration Review (GAR).
This newly accessible guide … Read the rest