MDR Advogados

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MDR Advogados specialises in key sectors, such as energy, natural resources, banking and finance, and insurance, assisting a diverse array of clients including state-owned corporations, multinational companies, international banks, and governments. Managing partner Tiago Arouca Mendes primarily advises foreign clients on restructuring,  M&A, and financing operations in Mozambique, while founding partner Paula Duarte Rocha brings notable experience in banking, project finance, and transactions in the energy and infrastructure sectors. The firm is an integral member of the Morais Leitão Legal Circle.

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Paula Duarte Rocha
With more than 20 years of experience in the Mozambican market advising foreign investors, sponsors and lenders, she is involved in structured financing and infrastructure projects. Experienced on cross border transactions and regulatory issues, having developed know how in advising economic operators and contracting authorities in public procurement and public private partnerships. Paula is also an arbitrator, with a developed track record in institutional and ad-hoc arbitrations. She is a Partner with MDR Advogados.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Tiago Arouca Mendes, Paula Duarte Rocha

Other key lawyers

Henrique Calvão Martins, Mónica Moti Guerra, Mara Rupia Lopes, Ana Berta Mazuze