Morais Leitão, Galvão Teles, Soares da Silva & Associados holds a ‘very strong track record’ in consequential, cross-border corporate and M&A transactions. Recognised for its ’breadth and depth of expertise’ and multidisciplinary capability, the team is co-led by Tomás Vaz Pinto and Ricardo Andrade Amaro, both experienced in complex M&A, capital markets and energy transactions at the national and international level. Eduardo Paulino focuses on M&A, public offerings, privatisations and financial regulation. Marta Pereira Rosa also shines in M&A deals, while Margarida Torres Gama specialises in matters at the intersection of corporate, M&A and insurance regulation.
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- ‘Breadth and depth of expertise in all areas - the team is extensive, and there are specialists in all matters that may be relevant in an M&A transaction. Very strong track record - they are used to working on complex transactions and are familiar with international standards. Business-minded, pragmatic approach. Close relationship with regulatory authorities.’
- ‘The team combines strong technical expertise with a pragmatic, solution-oriented approach. They are responsive, collaborative and efficient, which makes them stand out in complex, time-sensitive transactions compared to other firms.’
- ‘The diversity of legal areas it covers is undoubtedly a strength of the firm, because it allows for the centralisation of a project, providing a holistic view (i.e., from M&A, tax, banking and regulatory, labour). Being a large firm, it also has many resources available, and deliveries are quite fast, compared to some smaller firms.’
- ‘I have mainly worked with Maria Cortes Martins. She combines sharp legal analysis with a very pragmatic and responsive approach, which makes her advice both reliable and easy to apply in practice.’
- ‘Eduardo Paulino is indisputably one of the top M&A lawyers in Portugal. I've worked with him in several transactions over the last 10 years, and he has always performed exceptionally.'
- 'Margarida Torres Gama is a young partner who is rapidly rising within the firm. She is one of the top 3 insurance transactional and regulatory lawyers in Portugal.’
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Tomás Vaz Pinto; Ricardo Andrade Amaro
Other key lawyers
Eduardo Paulino; Margarida Torres Gama; Maria Cortes Martins; Magda Viçoso; Vítor Pereira das Neves; Maria Lobo Xavier; Marta Pereira Rosa