(1944-2010) He was born in Lisbon in 1944. He studied at the Valsassina College, at the Camoes School, at the Modern College and at the University of Lisbon School of Law. He got his Bachelor's degree in 1980. He got his Master's degree in 1986. He got his PhD in 1996. He spent six years in prison for political reasons, before his release in 1972. He was a professor at the University of Lisbon School of Law and the Católica Lisbon School of Law. He was a frequent newspaper and television contributor. He has written several books and handbooks on law.

Last updated: May 2010