Ricardo Lira
Garrigues Portugal
Garrigues
Client SatisfactionGarrigues Portugal is a popular destination for a diverse range of clients, who turn to the ‘very experienced’ team for its wide-ranging capabilities in banking and finance matters. In recent years, the practice has experienced an uptick in regulatory and fintech work, assisting several players in the fields of payment services, crypto and credit intermediation services. Vasco Rodrigues is recommended for his fund-related work, covering hybrid instruments, mezzanine finance and distressed debt. Senior associate Ricardo Lira, whose expertise in fintech matters is noteworthy, offers key support in complex financing transactions. Former practice head Diogo Leónidas Rocha left the firm in November 2023.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Very experienced team in financial matters, with whom we have worked for many years in investments in NPLs, restructurings, bond issues, etc.’
- ‘Vasco Rodrigues - knowledge of the sector, commercial capabilities. Ricardo Lira is also recommended.'
Key clients
- Tresmares Santander Direct Lending, S.I.C.C., S.A.
- TagEnergy, S.A.
- BSREP III Bermuda GP, LP
- Jamestown LP
- Bankinter
- Banco de Sabadell
- Tristan Capital Partners
- Henderson Park
- The Bank of New York Mellon
- European Investment Bank
- Sidecu, S.A.
Work highlights
- Advsed Alumni Portugal Bidco S.À R. L. (Brookfield Asset Management) on the financing of the acquisition of resident accommodation facilities in Lisbon from WP Carey – Carey European Student Housing Fund I LP.
- Advised Henderson Park on the negotiation and closing of an additional facility in the maximum amount of €22.675m together with the respective security package to finance the construction of two plots within Lagoas Park.
- Assisted TagEnergy, S.A. with a green bonds issuance up to a maximum of €570m.
Lawyers
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Vasco Rodrigues
Garrigues Portugal