Legal expertise in the heart of the Algarve

Portuguese lawyers assisting English-speaking clients worldwide.

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Over 25 years serving Tavira and beyond

Property, business and family law — with local representation.

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We are by your side every step of the way

From purchasing your home to managing your business or inheritance — our team provides a personal, ethical, and meticulous service in both Portuguese and English.

  • +25 years of experience
  • English-speaking lawyers
  • Local representation in the Algarve
  • Support for international clients
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 +351 281 325 635

Opening Hours

Monday to Friday

Morning09:00 - 13:00
Afternoon14:30 - 17:30

Outside office hours? Send us an email at info@taviralawyers.com and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

Latest News

Aug 24, 2026

Negócios jurídicos que envolvam a transmissão de terrenos para construção urbana

As novas regras resultantes das alterações ao Regime Jurídico da Urbanização e Edificação (RJUE) devem entrar em vigor a 1 de outubro e não a 3 de agosto. Segundo divulgado pelo Governo, a entrada em vigor da revisão do Regime Jurídico da Urbanização e da Edificação (RJUE) será adiada para 1 de outubro de 2026. O Decreto-Lei foi aprovado no Conselho de Ministros de 23 de julho, a fim de dar mais tempo aos municípios para adaptar e parametrizar as suas plataformas informáticas e para implementar a regulamentação complementar prevista.

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Our Legal Services

Choosing your legal representative is very important. It is worth finding one who makes you feel comfortable.

Property Conveyancing Services

Legal representation by a qualified real estate lawyer throughout the buying and selling process.

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Business & Corporate Law

Our business and corporate department assists clients with company formation, contracts and more.

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Family Law, Stamp Duty, Wills & Inheritance

Family businesses, divorce, inheritance tax, marriage, wills and succession.

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Non-residents

Fiscal representative service under current Portuguese legislation for non-residents.

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Linda Parkin

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Aug 27, 2026

We have know Rui and the team for over twenty years. We cannot rate them highly enough. We would not have managed our transition from living in England to living in Portugal so easily, if it

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Doug Walters

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Aug 27, 2026

Over the last 12 years I have used Rui and his team on a number of occasions. Each time, the service I have received been utterly professional, competent and efficient. The team are very frie

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John Ryan

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Aug 27, 2026

Rui and all the folks working at Tavira lawyers were great during our property purchase . Great communication and trouble free representation They made buying from another country very easy T

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About Us

We are a team dedicated to conveyancing property law, business law, and family law. Our office operates mainly in the Algarve Region but assists clients anywhere in Portugal.

We provide legal services to English-speaking clients worldwide, committed to independence, ethics, and prompt service. All staff are fluent in English with years of professional experience.

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Our Team

Rui Horta

Lawyer

Marisa Fernandes

Lawyer

Nuno Viegas Gonçalves

Lawyer

Clara Rosa

Senior Administrative Secretary – Finance & Legal Support

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