MOVING CAN BE A DREAM COMING TRUE. IT CAN ALSO BE HELL.
PLANNING MAKES ALL THE DIFFERENCE
Many people are moving to get a fresh start. The countries where we operate, Portugal and Spain, have a lot going for them and offer incredible lifestyle. They also have some of the highest tax rates in Europe, alongside some of the most attractive systems of tax breaks in the world.
Wise tax planning can boost the wealth of the expat making the move but even a small mistake can lead to a complete financial disaster.
Many expats expect taxes to be simple and believe that any local accountant will be able to sort it out for them. The brutal reality is that expat taxation is complex and the NHR and TISRI schemes in Portugal and Beckham scheme in Spain are some of the most complex in the world. There are vast grey areas and much is uncertain.
Expat taxes are a business for professionals.
Wise tax planning can boost the wealth of the expat making the move but even a small mistake can lead to a complete financial disaster.
Many expats expect taxes to be simple and believe that any local accountant will be able to sort it out for them. The brutal reality is that expat taxation is complex and the NHR and TISRI schemes in Portugal and Beckham scheme in Spain are some of the most complex in the world. There are vast grey areas and much is uncertain.
Expat taxes are a business for professionals.
MEET FRESH LEGAL
FRESHis a leading expat tax consultancy operating in Portugal, Spain, the US and UK.
We are theonlytax advisors in the Iberian peninsula with qualifiedUS and UK(and others) tax advisors, working seamlessly on the ground with Portuguese and Spanish lawyers. We focus on tax and immigration, providing full and coherent advice on cross-border aspects.
As the only truly international tax advisory in the region, we advisehundreds of expats from all over the world, more than any other firmand are the most qualified firm to deal with cross-border expat taxation.
We are theonlytax advisors in the Iberian peninsula with qualifiedUS and UK(and others) tax advisors, working seamlessly on the ground with Portuguese and Spanish lawyers. We focus on tax and immigration, providing full and coherent advice on cross-border aspects.
As the only truly international tax advisory in the region, we advisehundreds of expats from all over the world, more than any other firmand are the most qualified firm to deal with cross-border expat taxation.
Unique:The only international tax boutique operating in Portugal and Spain, with qualified UK, US and Portuguese tax professionals
Our goal:Offer holistic and creative tax solutions from planning through filing and to managing disputes
Our clients:Successful business owners who are still working and people with asset portfolios. We only work with people who are sophisticated enough to understand our advice. We also only work with people who are pleasant.
LEGAL SOLUTIONS FOR YOUR CLIENTS
If you are working with expats in Portugal and you want to collaborate with a reliable firm that responds to emails quickly, provides superb service and respects your relationship with your clients, we are happy to discuss a collaboration with you. We are the leading expat lawyers in Portugal, covering international taxation, immigration, estate planning and real estate. Please write to friends@freshportugal.com with a short description of the type of work that you do and what sort of collaboration you are looking for
WHAT DO WE DO?
TaxHelp you pay as little tax as humanly and legally possible
and defeat any changes to tax laws and benefit schemes
and defeat any changes to tax laws and benefit schemes
ImmigrationHelp you move smoothly and without friction, making sure your immigration route also optimizes taxation
Real estateHelp you buy a home to live, a holiday home or otherwise invest in Property the right way, maxing out on tax benefits and avoiding legal trouble
BusinessHelp you structure and run a business in Portugal, achieving the most efficient tax structure
Estate planningMaking sure your assets will go to the people you love
Next step planning (leaving Portugal)Sometimes you need to leave. This could be due to family needing help back home, tax benefits (NHR) running out or other reasons. We help you leave without leaving a mess - with your tax, property and other legal issues
TESTIMONIALS
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If there was a 4.9 stars option I'd still give them 5
If there was a 4.9 stars option I'd still give them 5. We had a short consultation meeting over Zoom regarding our tax planning \ immigration process. Zeev was super knowledgeable and helpful, the meeting started exactly on time and he was clear, informative, creative, and also a very pleasant person to talk to. This company, and Zeev in particular, will be my "go to" place for anything related to tax planning and annual returns going forward. There's nothing negative I can say about their service even if I scratch my head hard and try to dig up something
Nachum
I’m looking forward to working with Zeev and his team in the future
Zeev was very knowledgeable and explained the optimal approach I should take with my taxes in Portugal. He cleared up some questions that I was unable to have answered previously. I’m looking forward to working with Zeev and his team in the future
David Monsees
EXPERTS IN PORTUGAL
ZEEV FISHER
SOLICITOR (ENGLAND & WALES, IRELAND, ISRAEL)
Zeev is an IP and tax lawyer, qualified in the UK, Ireland and Israel, a partner in the US offices of FRESH and an angel investor. His legal practice focuses on cross border aspects of ambitious international businesses
PEDRO ABREU
ADVOGADO (PORTUGAL & BRAZIL)
Pedro is a specialized lawyer with a master's degree in tax law and with an accumulated experience of 6 years between works in Portugal and Brazil. In addition to his refined knowledge in the tax area, Pedro's previous experience in the public sector gives him a unique view of the legal aspects of taxation. Pedro's work at Fresh will be directly focused on the development and structuring of tax consulting strategies and administrative and tax litigation
REBECCA CASTRO
ADVOGADA (PORTUGAL AND BRAZIL)
With over 7 years of experience spanning work in the United States, India, Brazil and Portugal, Rebecca adds a further international dimension to Fresh. She focuses her practice on contentious proceedings versus the authorities, including civil and criminal tax proceedings
HENRIQUE FARIA
ADVOGADO (PORTUGAL & BRAZIL)
Based in Lisbon, Henrique's practice focuses on digital nomad, tax planning and crypto! He has a sound experience as international taxation lawyer for over 15 years working for renowned law firms like DLA PIPER and multinational companies such as BASF and SHELL. He holds a Master of Laws (LL.M.) from the University of California, Berkeley Law, USA. Henrique also brings to the Fresh team his tax expertise acquired in his last work cycle in Portugal within the web3 and crypto community
DANIEL RUSSO
LAWYER (PORTUGAL)
Daniel is a Portuguese lawyer with 15 years of experience, spanning a number of practice areas - real estate, corporate law, estate planning and litigation. Daniel worked in multiple Portuguese law firms and also in-house for many years. He is the head of the real estate department but also supports other departments. He is also a master swimmer and a national vice-champion in the 50, 100 and 200 meters Backstroke (2023)
MANUELLA SENA
HEAD OF IMMIGRATION
Manuella Sena leads our Immigration department with extensive expertise. She began her career in Brazil, where she gained valuable experience in contracts, corporate and compliance matters. Since relocating to Portugal in 2019, Manuella has specialized in Nationality and Immigration Law, successfully assisting numerous foreign families in relocating, investing, and starting new chapters in Portugal
AMANDA SCHÜTZ
ADVOGADA
Amanda is our new addition to the immigration department. She is a qualified lawyer, licensed in both Portugal and Brazil, with expertise in handling various visa applications, including D7, D8, and EOI. Her experience extends to assisting clients with citizenship or naturalization applications, as well as filing petitions or complaints with government agencies. Additionally, she is well-versed in representing clients in immigration-related legal actions
JAMES BAKER
CPA (U.S.)
Since leaving a large tax firm, James Baker has established himself as one of the leading CPAs working with expats. His practice assists hundreds of American expats and digital nomads. James works seamlessly as a part of the FRESH Team to support expats with their U.S. consulting and filing needs
BIANCA RUSSO
LEGAL SECRETARY
Throughout Bianca's legal career in Brazil she has gained experience in litigation, corporate and civil law. Currently, living and working in Portugal for over 2 years, she became a very committed paralegal with strong and solid experience in dealing with Portugal's bureaucracies being fully capable to assist FRESH Team's and clients with many different legal aspects
RAQUEL SIMÕES
TAX LAWYER
With a higher education in Law and Business from two renowned Portuguese universities, Raquel is a tax lawyer at Fresh Portugal. She has several years of experience with Private Clients with a focus on tax planning and compliance, having begun her career at Ernst & Young (EY) and proceeded to work with some of the most reputable tax law firms in Portugal. She also brings to the Fresh team her expertise in tax filing and handling complex practical matters with the Tax Authorities.
ANTÓNIO MARINHO DE SEABRA
LAWYER, HEAD OF THE CORPORATE AND TECH DEPARTMENT
António Marinho de Seabra is a dynamic and enthusiastic lawyer with over 5 years of experience specializing in Corporate law and Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A). His career began in traditional law firms, where he gained extensive expertise in corporate restructuring, due diligence, and client advisory services. He joined Teya, playing a pivotal role in the company’s establishment and growth in Portugal. As Head of Legal for over three years, António led the legal department through the company's transformation from startup to scale-up, dealing with a broad range of legal challenges in fintech, banking, and finance. António’s multidisciplinary skill set, strengthened by an LLM in Law and Management, with a focus on International Business Law, makes him adept at handling complex legal issues across industries. Now leading Fresh Portugal's Corporate & Tech department, António continues to drive innovative solutions, supporting the development of tech-driven businesses and legal strategies
EXPERTS IN SPAIN
MARILO PARDO
TAX LAWYER (SPAIN)
An experienced Spanish tax lawyer, with a BIG4 background. Currently, advisor to Fresh and focusing on international taxation.
Member of the Digital Transformation Committee of the Barcelona Bar Association.
ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR at the University of Barcelona (Personal Income Tax, Corporate income Tax and VAT) as well at the Barcelona Bar Association (Customs and Duties)
Languages: Spanish, English, French
Member of the Digital Transformation Committee of the Barcelona Bar Association.
ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR at the University of Barcelona (Personal Income Tax, Corporate income Tax and VAT) as well at the Barcelona Bar Association (Customs and Duties)
Languages: Spanish, English, French
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