Question 1

How can I book a consultation?

Accepted Answer

You can book a consultation through the form on this page, by telephone or in person at our office in Ponta Delgada. We will respond to your request as soon as possible.

Question 2

What is the cost of an initial consultation?

Accepted Answer

The cost of the initial consultation is communicated at the time of booking and depends on the complexity of the matter. We value transparency — there are no hidden costs.

Question 3

In which areas of law does the firm practise?

Accepted Answer

We practise in Family Law (divorce, parental responsibilities, child custody, maintenance), Criminal Law (defence in drug offences, robbery, assault), Traffic Law (challenging fines, speeding tickets, licence seizure), Consumer Rights (defective products, misleading practices), Civil, Employment, Insolvency, Contracts and more.

Question 4

Does the lawyer handle parental responsibilities and child custody cases?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We provide counsel and representation in parental responsibility proceedings, child custody, child maintenance, separation of assets and all Family Law matters.

Question 5

Can I challenge a traffic fine or speeding ticket in Ponta Delgada?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We handle the challenge of traffic fines, speeding tickets, driving licence seizure and suspension, and other road traffic offences in the Azores.

Question 6

Does the firm defend in drug, robbery or assault cases?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We provide criminal defence in proceedings involving drug-related offences, robbery, theft, assault, bodily harm and other criminal charges.

Question 7

I bought a defective product. Can the lawyer help?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We defend consumer rights in cases of defective products, misleading commercial practices, unfulfilled warranties and unfair contract terms.

Question 8

Are my data and my case confidential?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Professional secrecy is a deontological duty of the lawyer. All shared information is treated with absolute confidentiality, in accordance with the law and the Portuguese Bar Association Statute.

Question 9

How long does it take to receive a response to my enquiry?

Accepted Answer

We are committed to responding to all contact requests within a maximum of 24 business hours. In urgent situations, please contact us by telephone.

Question 10

Do you assist U.S. citizens and diaspora clients?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We provide legal assistance in English to U.S. and Canadian citizens and to Azorean diaspora clients worldwide. Luís Resendes is listed on the local attorneys roster maintained by the U.S. Consulate in Ponta Delgada, published on the U.S. Embassy website.

Practice Areas

Family Law

Inheritance Law

Criminal Law

Employment Law

Property Law

Citizenship and Immigration

Consumer Rights

Traffic Law

Regulatory Offences

Insolvency, Recovery and Revitalisation

Insurance and Civil Liability

Contracts

Administrative Law

Litigation and Arbitration

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