Advogada Faial | Joana Borges - Consultoria Jurídica

“Without lawyers, there is no justice.”

— Piero Calamandrei

Our law firm provides ethical, humane, and accessible legal services to the Azorean community.

We believe that every client deserves clear and effective solutions, built with transparency, empathy, and professional rigor.

LITIGATION

We assist clients in litigation situations, both in the pre-litigation phase and in judicial or voluntary jurisdiction proceedings.

REGISTRATION AND NOTARY SERVICES

We provide a range of registration and notary services that make your personal and professional life easier, with security and legal compliance.

SERVICES FOR FOREIGNERS/NON-RESIDENTS

We provide comprehensive support to foreign citizens who settle, visit, or invest in the Azores. From legal matters to daily assistance, we offer a personalized and professional service in several languages.

ABOUT US

The Joana Borges Law Office, based in Horta, was founded in 2014 by lawyer Joana Borges, who holds a law degree from the University of Lisbon. It stands out for its proximity to clients, the clarity of its legal solutions, and its rigorous defense of their rights.

He works in the criminal, civil, and family law areas, as well as in extrajudicial services, registries, notary services, certified translations, apostilles, immigration, and inheritance.

Since 2018, it has also been providing legal support to non-resident foreigners who wish to live or invest in the Azores, ensuring comprehensive assistance in Portuguese and English.

The firm is recognized for the quality of its service, active listening, and personalized follow-up on each case.

TESTIMONIALS

What people say about our services

The trust and satisfaction of our clients are the best proof of our commitment. Each case is handled with dedication, professionalism, and respect, and we are proud to receive recognition from those who trust our work.

Vasco Andrade 7 years ago

Luis Decq Mota 5 years ago

Friendliness and professionalism. I highly recommend them for their competence, ease of communication, and helpfulness. Thank you for everything! Positive Quality, Professionalism

Paulo Andrade 5 years ago

Joana is a smart lawyer who gets straight to the point. Always approachable and welcoming, her straightforward approach is a breath of fresh air. Highly recommended.

Chris L 5 years ago

Paula Luis 4 years ago

Susana Silva 4 years ago

Excellent team! Very professional and attentive! Highly recommended!

geral maresemarinheiros 4 years ago

Easygoing, very professional. I highly recommend her. Thank you, Joana, and best of luck! Positive Quality, Professionalism

Paulo Decq Mota 4 years ago

A very useful and essential address, especially for newcomers and those who wish to become residents. Joana Borges is not only helpful with information, but also assists with all administrative procedures and notary appointments. Her excellent English allows her to offer a complete and hassle-free package. She is also friendly and, thanks to her experienced team, keeps track of appointments. (German original)

Götz Beckenbauer 4 years ago

Sofia Borges 3 years ago

Excellent

Eduardo Alves 3 years ago

Best service! Thank you! Positive Responsiveness, Quality, Professionalism, Value

Jochen Wilsenack 3 years ago

Friendliness from all the staff! Joana, Joana, and Monica!

Bruno da Rosa 3 years ago

A very competent and friendly lawyer. She has supervised several projects for us and speaks excellent English. Our experiences have been very good over the years, without exception. We can highly recommend her. Tom K

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Beautyice 2 years ago

We are very happy with Joana Borges. She has already helped us in many ways when we bought our house in Horta. And when we go to Horta, she always has time to welcome us. She speaks English very well. Highly recommended.

Caroline Cortenbach October 31, 2025

Dr. Joana Borges is a top-level lawyer—extremely professional, competent, and dedicated. She speaks English perfectly and explains every detail patiently and clearly. She shows genuine care for her clients and takes the time necessary to ensure that everything is well understood. She is an exemplary professional who inspires complete confidence. I recommend her without reservation!

Andrea Krueger November 1, 2025

In the projects we have worked on together, I have always found Joana to be a true professional, with both heart and intellect. She has always prioritized trust and respect, and her expertise is indisputable. Her clear communication about what was and was not possible made the process simple and straightforward. For me, she is the ideal person at Horta for all legal matters. Thank you, Joana! (German original)

Thomas Steingrobe November 1, 2025

An excellent lawyer with up-to-date information. Extremely effective in a wide range of legal matters. A pleasure to deal with, thank you for all your help over the years.

De Etheridge November 2, 2025

Simply amazing. The best lawyer in Faial. Very professional and speaks perfect English, helping those who have difficulty with Portuguese. He handles all our legal issues efficiently.

Peter Watson November 2, 2025

I have known Joana for over 10 years and have used her services and advice many times. Her friendliness, combined with her expertise, has always impressed me. Joana and her wonderful team are working for me again, and I would like to sincerely thank them for the excellent work they have been doing! (German original)

Lutz Kolbe November 6, 2025

A highly competent company. Since my arrival in Faial, they have provided invaluable support on a range of issues, including setting up businesses, importing vehicles, and administrative matters. Attorney Borges leads a highly competent, responsive, and friendly team. These professionals are a great help in Faial. (French original)

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