On account of the firm’s global network, DLA Piper ABBC remains a popular choice for major corporates, private equity houses, financial institutional and fund managers in the energy, real estate, TMT, transport and pharmaceutical sectors seeking assistance with M&A deals and non-transactional corporate matters. The team is jointly led by Nuno Azevedo Neves and João Costa Quinta. Neves is regularly involved in high-profile, cross-border M&A deals and privatisations, while Quinta is a key port of call for private equity funds and investment funds on private equity, corporate governance, venture capital and M&A mandates. Other individuals to note include Nuno Castelo Branco, who is recommended for his focus on the energy sector. The team has been strengthened by the arrival of João Bento, who joined from Linklaters in July 2023.
Key clients
- The Ardonagh Group
- EDP Renováveis
Work highlights
- Assisted EDP Renováveis with the sale of its full equity shareholding in a wind portfolio located in Portugal for an enterprise value of €530m.
- Assisted The Ardonagh Group with the acquisition of 100% of the issued shares of MDS from its two shareholders, Sonae Group and Suzano Group.