Linklaters combines its sector-specific expertise in real estate, insurance, infrastructure, energy, transport, and IT with an extensive global network, making it a trusted adviser for high-profile corporate clients on complex M&A transactions. Its strength in managing multijurisdictional deals includes a special focus on Portuguese-speaking African regions, notably Mozambique. Practice head Diogo Plantier Santos specialises in acquisitions and divestments, sale and leaseback operations, joint ventures and corporate restructurings. A litany of major corporates, financial institutions, private equity firms and alternative investment providers turn to Mariana Serra Baptista for her experience on high-stakes deals. Diogo Barros Pereira is recommended for his ability to assist clients on domestic and cross-border transactions.
Key clients
- Hyperion Energy Investments, SGPS, S.A.
- Amadeus IT Group SA
- Mirova
- Gigas Hosting
- Power Dot, S.A.
- Fiera Comox Partners Inc.
- Constructel Visabeira
- CTR - Consultoria Técnica e Representações, Lda.
- Permira Asesores
- Indorama Ventures Portugal PTA
- OYAK
- BP
Work highlights
- Advised Hyperion on its first equity raise from third party investors, which consisted in the equity investment of €140m by Mirova Energy Transition 5, S.L.P., a fund held by Mirova.
- Advised Amadeus on its €320m acquisition of the Portuguese-based multinational group Vision-Box.
- Advised Powerdot on the €100m investment by Antin Infrastructure Partners and Arié.
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Diogo Plantier Santos