General Practice Law at Portugal
If you're asking about General Practice Law in Portugal, here’s a concise overview of what it involves and how it works in the Portuguese legal system:
⚖️ What is General Practice Law?
In Portugal, a General Practice lawyer (or “advogado de prática geral”) is a legal professional who handles a broad range of legal issues, instead of specializing in a single area like tax law or corporate law.
They typically deal with:
Family law (divorce, custody, inheritance)
Real estate law (property purchases, leases, disputes)
Contracts (drafting, reviewing, litigation)
Employment law
Civil litigation
Criminal defense
Administrative law
🧑⚖️ Becoming a Lawyer in Portugal
To practice law in Portugal:
Law Degree: Obtain a law degree (Licenciatura em Direito).
Internship (Estágio): A mandatory 18-month internship at the Portuguese Bar Association (Ordem dos Advogados).
Bar Exam: Pass the exam to become a fully qualified lawyer (Advogado).
🏛️ Legal System Basics
Portugal uses a civil law system, heavily based on codified laws (unlike common law jurisdictions like the US or UK).
Courts are divided into categories: civil, criminal, administrative, and constitutional.
Lawyers can represent clients at all court levels once fully qualified.
🌍 Working with International Clients
Many general practice lawyers in Portugal also help:
Foreigners buying property in Portugal (especially in Algarve, Lisbon, Porto)
Expats dealing with residency, wills, or family matters
Startups or entrepreneurs navigating Portuguese law
🧾 Fees and Billing
Fees can be hourly, flat-rate, or contingency-based (though less common in Portugal than in some countries).
Legal aid (Apoio Judiciário) is available for those who qualify.
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