João Bento
DLA Piper ABBC‘Responsive, thorough and efficient’, the banking and finance team at DLA Piper ABBC is renowned for its expertise in complex banking issues and financing transactions, advising major banks, financial services companies, and institutions. The firm boasts strong capabilities in acquisition and corporate finance, while its proficiency in real estate and project finance means that it is frequently involved in large-scale project refinancing. Practice head Nuno Azevedo Neves is a key port of call for national and international banks, financial institutions, PE houses and corporates seeking assistance on complex finance matters. João Bento is particularly noted for his experience concerning NPL transactions. Gonçalo Castro Ribeiro rejoined the firm in October 2024 from BROSETA Abogados.
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'The team was responsive, thorough and efficient. Highly recommend.’
‘João Bento, the partner in charge of the project, was on top of things: responsive, thorough, kind and efficient, he took the lead when negotiations were lingering and brought the whole working group to the finish line. He spoke directly with the counterparty's legal counsel and coordinated things, making the whole project a lot easier on my side.'
Key clients
- HSBC
- CaixaBank
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Nuno Azevedo Neves