Mónica Azevedo
CuatrecasasCuatrecasas fields an ‘excellent’ team, highlighted by clients for its ’high technical competence’. The practice, which is continuously expanding, excels in a diverse range of matters, including corporate and M&A, public law, dispute resolution, tax, employment and data protection. At the helm sits Vasco Moura Ramos, who is an expert in public and administrative law. The ‘diligent’ Samantha Cyrne focuses on commercial and M&A matters, cross-border investments and real estate transactions, while Alexandra Sequeira specialises in employment and social security law, and is regularly involved in disciplinary proceedings. Dispute resolution is a core specialism for Mónica Azevedo.
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Testimonials
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- 'The general level of service is excellent, as they have a team that demonstrates good knowledge, high technical competence and possesses a particular ability to reach solutions, placing the client's interest at the centre of the analysis and resolution of each problem.'
- ‘We have been working mainly with Mónica Azevedo. She is an expert in her practice, with in-depth knowledge of the general legal framework, ensuring that all matters are handled professionally and efficiently.'
‘The consultancy service is always provided quickly and efficiently. The professionals involved demonstrate great analytical capacity and critical thinking.’
'I particularly highlight Joana Magina for her availability, technical competence and quality of the work provided.’
'They are proactive and always available.’
‘Mónica Azevedo and Samantha Cyrne stand out for their proactivity and availability.'
‘Deep knowledge of the local market, legal, regulatory, and related conditions. '
‘Samantha Cyrne - dedication to assisting the client and ensuring successful transactions. Diligent protection of the client.'
Key clients
- Transdev
- APDL – Administração dos Portos do Douro, Leixões e Viana do Castelo
- CEP – Correos Express Portugal
- Municipality of Porto (Município do Porto)
- Amarenco
- Public Works Management of Porto’s Council, E.M. (GO Porto)
- Ecoibéria (4NISI)
- Centro Hospitalar Universitário do Porto, EPE
- Empresa Municipal de Ambiente do Porto
- Eurofacilities
- Lival
- Faurecia
- Panhard International SAS
- Novasol
- Symtomax
- The Fladgate Partnership
- Manitowoc
- Gaw Capital
- Lear Corporation
- Invacare
- Dorel Portugal
- Manuel Champalimaud Group
- Fantasy Revolution
- Ágora
- CVC Group
- Amorim Cork Service
- Utrust Group (Symbolic Protocol)
- Yilport Group
- The Student Hotel Group
- Iskay Pet
- Taikai
- Farfetch
- Doctor Pedro Jorge Gomes de Sousa
- Doctor Isabel Couto Guerra and others
- Doctor Inês Lameiras Couto Soares
- Doctor Maria Luísa Simões Proença
- Viamapa
- Opturi Development LLC
Work highlights
- Advising Group Transdev on several international public tenders for procurement of road passenger transport service in the centre and north regions of Portugal.
- Advising Amarenco on the acquisition of several companies developing portfolios of solar photovoltaic projects.
- Advising the Municipality of Porto and several municipal companies on numerous matters.
Lawyers
Leading associates
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Leading partners
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Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Vasco Moura Ramos