1971
Law degree
Graduated in Law from the University of Coimbra in January 1971.
A career dedicated to legal practice
Experience
More than five decades of legal practice, built on independence, rigour and dedication to every client.
José Afonso
A professional life dedicated to law.
José Afonso, founding partner of Afonsos & Fontes, has been a member of the Portuguese Bar Association since 5 December 1972.
Throughout his career, he has devoted himself exclusively and independently to legal practice, assisting individuals, families and businesses with a wide range of legal matters.
The experience built over several decades continues to shape the firm's identity: rigorous analysis, attentive legal support and absolute respect for the trust placed in it by every client.
José Afonso
Lawyer and founding partner
Since 1972
Member of the Portuguese Bar Association
1971
Law degree
1972
Beginning of legal practice
2016
Medal of Honour
Professional recognition
Medal of Honour of the Portuguese Bar Association.
19 May 2016
The Medal of Honour of the Portuguese Bar Association recognised a professional career developed over several decades in the service of legal practice.
This occasion represents recognition of a career defined by independence, legal knowledge and continued dedication to the profession.
A distinction that honours the founder's career and forms part of the history of Afonsos & Fontes.
Career highlights
Education, practice and professional participation.
1972
Admission to the Portuguese Bar Association
A member since 5 December 1972, he has devoted his professional activity exclusively and independently to legal practice.
Training
Trainer for the Portuguese Bar Association
He provided training for the Portuguese Bar Association on occupational accidents.
Panels
Participation in admission examinations
He served on panels for the oral examinations of candidates seeking admission to the Portuguese Bar Association.
2016
Medal of Honour
He was awarded the Medal of Honour of the Portuguese Bar Association on 19 May 2016.
Broad legal experience
Different areas of law.
A professional career developed through assisting individuals and businesses with a wide range of legal matters.
Commercial Law
Employment Law
Family and Succession Law
Corporate Law
Administrative Law
Experience and continuity
Established knowledge. Attentive legal support.
The firm's experience is applied to every matter through a clear and responsible approach suited to the client's circumstances.
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