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Corporate & Web3

Helping companies structure, grow, and innovate,  from Portugal to the world.

About Us

Our Services

Our Corporate & Web3 department combines traditional legal knowledge with a forward-thinking approach to emerging technologies.

 

We support entrepreneurs, startups, and international businesses with legal guidance that evolves with your project. Whether you're launching a company, raising funds, expanding to new markets, or building in Web3, our team offers strategic, ongoing support to keep you protected and ahead.

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WEB 3

Navigating the World of Web 3 with Confidence

We help companies and entrepreneurs bring their Web3 projects to life with the right legal foundations. Led by Luiza Castro Rey, our Web3 practice is dedicated to bridging innovation with compliance, ensuring projects can grow securely in Portugal and internationally.

Scalable Legal Solutions for Web3 Projects

LaaS

Legal-as-a-Service

For Web3 founders and companies, legal needs don’t stop at incorporation or compliance,  they evolve with every stage of growth. That’s why our Legal-as-a-Service (LaaS) model is the best way to work with FiO Legal.
 

With LaaS, you have continuous access to our Web3 and corporate team, led by Luiza Castro Rey, ensuring that your project stays compliant, investor-ready, and legally protected at every step. From company structuring to token launches, regulatory registration, and ongoing contracts, LaaS gives you the flexibility and security to focus on building while we handle the legal side.

NEW: Tax Advisory for Businesses

We’re expanding our corporate services to now include dedicated tax support.

Our new in-house tax advisory service is designed to work seamlessly with our legal support, offering businesses a more integrated approach to structuring, compliance, and growth.

 

We assist with:

  • Corporate tax structuring and optimization

  • VAT registration and filings

  • Tax compliance in Portugal

  • International tax issues for foreign founders or shareholders

  • Investment and exit planning

  • Coordination with accountants and financial teams

 

Whether you're incorporating in Portugal or expanding your operations, our legal and tax team works together to ensure your structure is sound, compliant, and efficient.

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Labour Law

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We understand that employment law impacts everyone.

For employees, it means protecting rights, ensuring fair treatment, and securing stability at work.

or companies, it means managing people effectively while staying compliant with the law and building a safe, sustainable workplace.

 

Our Corporate team provides tailored support for each situation, whether you are an individual facing a workplace challenge or a business seeking to strengthen your HR practices and reduce risks.

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Employment Contracts & Policies

Drafting compliant agreements, employee handbooks, and workplace rules, built not only to meet legal requirements but also to reflect best practices in HR and people management.

HR Compliance

Advice on working hours, leave policies, health & safety, and data protection.

Hiring & Terminations

Support with lawful hiring processes, disciplinary procedures, and dismissals.

Dispute Resolutions

Representation in negotiations, mediation, and labour court litigation.

Workforce Mobility & Relocation

Assistance with visas, residence permits, and onboarding of international employees.

Employee Incentives

Structuring bonus schemes, stock options, and benefits packages.

Individuals

Employment Contracts

Review and clarification of contract terms before you sign, ensuring your rights are protected.

Unfair Dismissal & Termination

Legal support in disputes over dismissals, severance, or redundancy.

Workplace Harassment & Discrimination

Protection of your rights and representation in cases of harassment, bullying, or discrimination.

Wage, Benefits & Overtime

Assistance in claiming unpaid salaries, bonuses, or overtime, and ensuring fair compensation.

Social Security & Labour Rights

Guidance on parental leave, sick leave, disability, and other statutory entitlements.

Negotiating Settlements

Support in reaching fair agreements with employers, including exit packages and compensation terms.

At FiO Legal, within our Labour Law services, we go beyond law. We partner with Filipa Faria, a Fractional HR | Senior HR Consultant, who brings years of international experience and deep knowledge of the Portuguese market.

Together, we combine legal expertise with agile HR best practices to help businesses adapt, scale, and build future-ready workplaces.

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Filipa Faria

Fractional HR

Senior HR Consultant

About Us

Legal as a Service (LaaS)

A modern legal model, built around your business.
LaaS is FiO Legal’s flexible tailored plan that offers continuous legal support for a fixed monthly fee. Instead of charging by the hour, we provide accessible and ongoing legal guidance, tailored to your growth stage and sector.

Ready to simplify your legal processes and focus more on growing your business?

Our Team

Meet the Team

Our team is made of problem-solvers who bring global insight and experience to your unique legal journey in Portugal.

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Luiza Rey

Partner | Lawyer

Head of Corporate & Web 3

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Gilana Sousa

Tax Lawyer

Corporate & Web 3

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