With a significant presence in the energy and natural resources sectors, Garrigues Portugal delivers comprehensive legal guidance to clients seeking advice on the full range of public law mandates, from public procurement to litigation. The team is led by the ‘highly competent’ Lino Torgal, renowned for his public procurement, PPPs, PFI, and project finance acumen. Sought after by both public entities and private clients, Torgal is adept at navigating the regulatory landscapes of critical sectors such as utilities, water, waste, and telecoms.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘The Garrigues public law team stands out for its quality and competence. The team balances tradition and innovation, resulting in effective legal solutions.'

  • ‘Lino Torgal is able to deeply understand client needs and provide legal guidance aligned with business objectives. I would, without a doubt, recommend Lino Torgal as a highly competent professional in the area of ​​public law.’

  • 'The quality of the service provided is revealed by the personalised support of the team that monitors all our needs. Furthermore, the team's specialised knowledge and the systematic presentation of solutions, without any constraints on the path indicated, set it apart in the market. More than specific innovations, availability and objective professionalism stand out in the national context.'

Key clients

  • Fundação Centro Cultural de Belém
  • Galp Energia, S.A.
  • EEM – Empresa de Eletricidade da Madeira
  • Águas do Porto, E.M.
  • Iberdrola generación S.A., unipersonal
  • The Navigator Company, S.A.
  • Start Campus
  • Stadler AG

Work highlights

  • Assisted Fundação Centro Cultural de Belém with a tender procedure relating to the award of the right to design and build a luxury hotel in CCB premises near Tagus River (Phase 2).
  • Advising EEM on all stages of a public tender for the execution of a battery central storage in the Island of Madeira.

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Lino Torgal