Durham Agrellos Advogados was born from the desire to implement a differentiated legal advice project from Portugal, where they specialise in tax and private wealth law, accompanying global investors and family businesses from different parts of the world with interests and connections to Europe and Portugal.

A firm built on international expertise

Durham Agrellos was founded by two highly experienced legal professionals: Anglo-Portuguese lawyer Miguel Durham Agrellos and Paulo da Rocha Pichel. With over 25 years of experience in the areas of tax law and private wealth, managing partner and arbitrator, Miguel Durham Agrellos specialises in international tax law, succession planning, and wealth structuring for ultra-high-net-worth (UHNW) families. Paulo da Rocha Pichel, a former law professor at the Catholic University of Portugal, has 15 years of professional experience in the areas of tax law and private wealth. He brings expertise in tax litigation, family governance, and charitable advising.

Their team of associate lawyers, carefully selected from top universities, ensures that every client benefits from world-class legal counsel. “We were the first boutique law firm in Portugal focused on tax and private wealth, managed to international standards,” says Miguel Durham Agrellos. “Clients come to us with complex or sensitive matters requiring direct partner involvement.”

Why Portugal is attracting U.S families

Miguel Durham Agrellos affirmed that Portugal has become a top choice for UHNW families looking to relocate from the US and the UK. “Portugal has critical success factors that have made the country a preferred jurisdiction for global UHNW families. The fact that we are one of the safest countries in the world, that we have a Mediterranean climate, excellent infrastructures, a privileged geographical position (air connections to all continents with emphasis on the Atlantic connection - for example, NY to Portugal is a 6 hour flight) and English is widely spoken, making integration easier for expats, are all very relevant factors.”

Beyond lifestyle benefits, Portugal offers attractive legal and tax incentives designed to welcome foreign investors. Miguel Durham Agrellos explained, “The Golden Visa programme stands out, which allows non-EU citizens to obtain residency through investment, providing access to the Schengen Area. In particular, the possibility of tax exemption conferred by the NHR 2.0 (Non-Habitual Resident) status offers significant tax exemptions, including the exemption on transactions related to cryptoassets, as well as the absence of taxation on inheritances and donations and general wealth tax, makes Portugal one of Europe’s most tax-friendly jurisdictions.”

Secure Your Future

To learn more about how Durham Agrellos can assist you in navigating Portugal’s legal landscape with confidence, please visit:
https://da.pt/.

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Author

Following undertaking her university degree in English with American Literature in the UK, Cristina da Costa Brookes moved back to Portugal to pursue a career in Journalism, where she has worked at The Portugal News for 3 years. Cristina’s passion lies with Arts & Culture as well as sharing all important community-related news.

Cristina da Costa Brookes