Uría Menéndez‘s multidisciplinary team provides ’unparalleled advice’ to debtors and creditors on domestic and cross-border insolvency and restructuring mandates. The firm adopts a ‘solution-oriented approach’ to preventive restructuring mechanisms, insolvency and related litigation, as well as the design, structuring and implementation of step-in rights. The practice is jointly led by David Sequeira Dinis, who stands out for his ’technical knowledge’ of bankruptcy and corporate restructuring and is active in both litigation and out-of-court schemes of arrangement, and Nuno Salazar Casanova, who is active in multijurisdictional insolvency and restructuring matters.
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Testimonials
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- ‘The restructuring department at Uría Menéndez provided unparalleled advice and support throughout the entire process, demonstrating dedication and professionalism in answering all questions that arose. All team members complement each other and have a thorough understanding, ensuring a timely response to the client and conveying a great sense of security to everyone involved.’
- ‘Practicality, ability to respond promptly, and knowledge of the subject matter.’
- ‘Dedication, responsibility for the project and attention to detail, as well as the ability to connect with colleagues from other areas of Uría.’
- ‘Uría Menéndez has been a partner of excellence due to its ability to offer innovative solutions in highly complex and impactful processes. I highlight the multidisciplinary collaboration with other areas of expertise, ensuring an integrated and sophisticated response.'
- 'What distinguishes Uría in Portugal is how it combines in-depth legal knowledge with a practical, solution-oriented approach, managing to unlock complex processes and achieve consistent results even in highly demanding negotiation contexts. The firm has also introduced innovative practices in negotiation and planning of processes involving a plurality of creditors, supported by detailed financial analyses and management models that increase predictability and efficiency.’
- ‘David Sequeira Dinis stands out for his technical knowledge, his ability to act, and his understanding of how the institutions/people involved function.’
Key clients
- Njord Partners LLP
- Japan Pulp & Paper Co. Ltd.
- ECS Capital
- Banco Santander Totta
- Bain Capital Credit
Lawyers
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Practice head
David Sequeira Dinis; Nuno Salazar Casanova
Other key lawyers
Luís Bértolo Rosa