Academic Luis Pedro G. Ribeiro Lopes Macieirinha, holding a Law degree since 1995, is a founding partner and director of JMPM – Sociedade de Advogados, with a solid career of more than 25 years in legal practice. He specialized in Sports Law, with certifications recognized by two European universities, working daily alongside players, clubs, FIFA, and the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS). He is an active member of the AIAF (International Association of Football Lawyers) and Rex Sport, consolidating his presence in the international sports legal scene.