Biography and Experience
Gerson Costa has a background in certified translation, having co-founded We Translate On Time, Lda, where he served as commercial director until May 2025. His constant contact with international clients and fluency in several languages sparked his interest in providing legal advice to foreigners, leading him to study Law and pursue postgraduate studies in Immigration and Nationality Law. He has advised numerous private clients and companies in the areas of commercial law, immigration, and nationality.
Areas of activity
Languages
Academic Background
Postgraduate studies in Immigrants' and Nationality Law
Nova School of Law
2024
Bachelor's Degree in Law
Polytechnic Institute of Beja
2023
Postgraduate studies in Economics
Faculty of Economics, University of Porto
2012
Bachelor's degree in Economics
Nova School of Business and Economics
2010
Professional experience
Solicitor
Prime Legal – Sociedade de Advogados, SP, RL
2026 – Present
Sales director and solicitor
We Translate On Time, Ltd.
2016 – 2026
Publications
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Achievements
Recognitions and Awards
- Porto Jovem 2012 Award, an honorable mention given by the Porto City Council to the Unidos na Diversidade project, developed by AIESEC at the Catholic University of Portugal in Porto, which brought international interns to various schools in the city to support primary school English teachers.
Achievements
- Member of the board of directors of the local AIESEC chapter at Nova University of Lisbon, 2008-2009.
- President of the local AIESEC chapter at the Catholic University of Porto, Portugal, 2010-2012.
- Member of the board of directors of the Portuguese Association of Translation Companies, 2025 – Present
- President of the local chapter of Business Network International, BNI Focus, 2026
Networking & Associations
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