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“It's clear that FRESH Portugal knows the IFICI requirements inside and out. They anticipated potential issues and helped me avoid common pitfalls.”
Jeff H., United States · Trustpilot, April 2026
“Moving to Portugal comes with a LOT of questions, paperwork, and moments of uncertainty, and having a team we could trust made such a huge difference.”
Veronica B. · Trustpilot, October 2026
“They have been our professional touchstone for our tax work here in Portugal, and also the United States.”
A client since 2023 · Trustpilot, July 2026
“I had been in touch with countless law firms before Fresh, and I can honestly say that the level of service I received here was unlike anything I experienced elsewhere.”
Anna Carolina K., Norway · Trustpilot, April 2026
“Despite the challenges of Portuguese bureaucracy, FRESH handled everything with grace and authority.”
Amy, United States · Trustpilot, September 2025
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About FRESH Legal Group

A life-changing decision that requires flawless strategy

Moving countries is one of the most important decisions of your life.

Without careful strategic planning across borders, small mistakes can compound and lead to long-term problems. Buying a house can affect tax residency analysis. A tax structure designed in one country can fail in another.

Tax, investment, real-estate, estate planning advice - in each country - are all pieces of the puzzle. Each piece affects the others.

That is why you need a safe pair of hands.

FRESH Legal Group is not just another firm. It was founded by one of Europe most respected international tax lawyers. Our team of lawyers and accountants are qualified in 6 jurisdictions and came from some of the top global law firms and consulting firms (such as DLA Piper, Garrigues, PWC, EY, Grant Thornton). We are one of the largest firms in Europe focusing on expats.

We help thousands of expat families with cross-border strategic advice, planning and implementation of comprehensive tax, immigration, real estate and estate plans. We deliver advice with competence and empathy, with a clear mission to make your expat or investment journey a success.

FRESH Legal Group is a group of companies built around Fisher & Associados, a Portuguese law firm headquartered in Lisbon and regulated by the Ordem dos Advogados, which operates as FRESH Portugal. The group also includes Fresh Properties, its real estate arm, LX Launch, a venture builder in Lisbon, and the U.S. Tax Division, a U.S. accounting firm for Americans abroad.

Why Choose FRESH

What makes us who we are?

We're expat specialists who understand that moving countries requires more than legal compliance. It requires strategic thinking, empathy, accountability, creativity and cultural expertise.

Multi-Jurisdictional Expertise

Portugal, Italy, Spain, U.S., UK, Ireland, Israel

End-to-End Service

Tax, immigration, real estate, corporate, estate planning

Premium Client Focus

Serving successful, ambitious, globally-minded individuals

For Expats Only, By Expats

We don't just understand expat challenges. We've lived them. Our entire practice is built around the unique needs of international families and global citizens. We are a blend of local lawyers and accountants and expats working together in full synergy.

We see the full picture

You don't need to find all the experts. We have them. We are the one firm who can get a Portuguese tax lawyer and a U.S. CPA working together on your tax planning and filing, a real-estate lawyer, estate planning lawyer and an immigration lawyer who talk to each other and optimizing the outcomes for you, within the same ecosystem.

We are creative

We don't just know the rules. We also know how to think, research and innovate.

We create unique strategies, always within the boundaries of the law, to reduce tax exposure, mitigate risk and accelerate residency. Many firms follow us and try to copy our strategies.

Full accountability

As licensed lawyers and accountants, we're legally bound to put your interests first and we operate within strict codes of ethics. We operate from proper offices (HQ in Central Lisbon) that you can always visit, respond to emails within a day and are around to support you when things go well, but also if there is a problem. This isn't just good service. It's our professional obligation.

Questions we hear most

Frequently asked questions

Who is FRESH Legal Group?

FRESH Legal Group is a group of companies built around Fisher & Associados, a Portuguese law firm headquartered in central Lisbon and regulated by the Ordem dos Advogados. It was founded by international tax lawyer Zeev Fisher. Our lawyers and accountants are qualified in six jurisdictions and came from firms such as DLA Piper, Garrigues, PwC, EY and Grant Thornton.

Who do you work with?

Expats and international families moving to or living in Portugal, Italy, Spain and the UK, and investors applying for a Golden Visa. Most of our clients come from the U.S., the UK, Canada, Australia, the UAE and across Europe.

Do you work with U.S. expats?

Yes. The group includes a U.S. accounting firm, the U.S. Tax Division, and our founder is a U.S. IRS Enrolled Agent. A Portuguese tax lawyer and a U.S. CPA can work on your planning and filings together.

What does a strategy consultation cover?

A conversation with a FRESH lawyer about your situation: how your income will be treated in Portugal, residence and visa options, property, business and estate questions, and what to do first. We also offer short half-hour tax consultations for people who want to know how their income will be taxed in Portugal.

What is NHR 2.0 (IFICI)?

IFICI is Portugal's tax incentive scheme for new residents that replaced the NHR regime. It offers a 20% tax rate on qualifying Portuguese income and exemptions on most foreign income for up to ten years, subject to eligibility rules. Our free Eligibility Checker tells you whether you may qualify.

Where are you based, and how do we stay in touch?

Our head office is at Avenida Sidónio Pais 24, 3E, Lisbon, and you are welcome to visit. We respond to emails within a day, and you can reach us at site@fresh-legal.com.

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