Van Guard, Lawyers & Advisors, SP, LDA. (“VL”) uses cookies on the website www.thevanguardlawyers.com (“Site”) to ensure its correct functioning and provide a better browsing experience for its users. This Policy explains how we use cookies and how you can manage your preferences.

What are cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, smartphone) when you visit certain websites. These files enable the correct functioning of the Site, the personalization of your experience, the statistical analysis of the use of the Site and the presentation of relevant content for users.

Cookies used on the Site

  1. Origin
  • Own cookies: These are set and managed directly by VL.
  • Third-party cookies: These are set by external entities, such as providers of analytical services or social networks.
  1. Duration
  • Session cookies: These are temporary and are deleted when you close your browser.
  • Permanent cookies: They remain stored on your device for a longer period or until they are manually deleted.
  1. Function
  • Strictly necessary cookies: Essential for the operation of the Site and to enable functionalities such as browsing and access to secure areas.
  • Personalization cookies: These store your preferences for a more personalized browsing experience.
  • Analytical cookies: They collect anonymous statistical data on user interaction with the Site, helping to improve its performance.
  • Advertising cookies: Used to display relevant advertising to users based on their interests.

Third-party cookies and data transfer

Some of the cookies used on the Site may involve the transfer of data to countries outside the European Economic Area, which may not offer a level of protection equivalent to that of the European Union. For example, Google Analytics cookies may transfer data to the USA. In these cases, VL follows the applicable legal guidelines to ensure the security of your data.

For more information, please consult our Privacy Policy.

How to manage your cookie preferences

At any time, you can manage or disable cookies through the “Cookie Settings” available in the footer of the Site. You can also configure your browser to block or delete cookies. However, this may affect your browsing experience on the Site.

Here are some links to manage cookies in the main browsers:

Social networks

The Site may allow content to be shared on social networks via third-party buttons. If you use these features, additional cookies may be installed which are subject to the privacy policies of the social networks involved.

Updates to this Policy

VL may change this Cookie Policy at any time. Any changes will be published on the Website, so we recommend that you check it regularly.

If you have any questions about this Policy, please contact us at:

  • Phone: (+351) 91 55 88 055
  • E-mail: info@thevanguardlawyers.com
  • Address: Avenida José dos Santos Farias, 95, RC-B, Almancil

Latest Update

26/03/2025