Family matters are among the most delicate in law: they involve children, property and personal relationships. Our goal is to resolve each case with as little strain as possible, favouring agreement whenever it protects the interests of the client and the children, and litigating firmly when necessary.
How we can help
- Divorce by mutual consent and contested divorce
- Regulation of parental responsibilities and child custody
- Child support: setting, modifying and enforcing payments
- Division of marital assets and property regimes
- Custody of minors and visitation rights
- Civil partnerships: recognition and property effects
How it works
- 01
Book a Consultation
You will have the opportunity to clarify your questions and understand the first steps that will be taken.
- 02
Strategy Definition
We will discuss all legal options, possible scenarios and recommendations for moving forward.
- 03
Plan Execution
During execution, we will keep you informed of all developments and stages of the process.
- 04
Resolution & Conclusion
The goal is to ensure that your interests are protected and that you are satisfied with the outcome.
Frequently asked questions
- How long does a divorce take in the Azores?
- A divorce by mutual consent, with agreement on children and assets, can be completed within a few weeks at the Civil Registry. A contested divorce runs through the family court and can take several months, depending on complexity and the level of dispute.
- How does child custody regulation work in Portugal?
- It is the process that establishes the child's residence, the contact arrangements with each parent and the child support amount. It can be settled by court-approved agreement or, failing that, decided by the court — always according to the best interests of the child.
- Can I request a change to the child support amount?
- Yes. When circumstances change — unemployment, changes in income, new needs of the child — either parent can ask the court to modify the amount previously set.
