VdA’s robust real estate team is well versed in the entire spectrum of real estate matters, standing out for its strong track record in M&A, financings and project development in the hospitality, retail, and commercial spheres. Noted by clients for being ‘highly knowledgeable about the real estate market’, Pedro Ferreirinha demonstrates deep expertise in the acquisition, sale, and leasing of various projects, including office, residential, leisure, and retail properties. Team members Miguel Marques dos Santos and Pedro Pereira Coutinho concentrate on transactional work and on the management of real estate projects, including construction supervision services agreements. Pedro Corrêa d’Oliveira, who oversees the real estate team based in Porto, is another name to note for real estate M&A, sale and leasebacks and project development.

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Testimonials

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‘The firm is recognised by the market for its professionalism, technical knowledge and the quality of its lawyers.’
‘They have experience and in-depth knowledge of aspects related to urban planning, real estate and construction.’
‘Pedro Ferreirinha is highly knowledgeable about the real estate market and is good at defining the best strategy for each situation. Pedro Corrêa de Oliveira has good responsiveness and good knowledge of all aspects necessary to implement real estate projects.’

Key clients

Vanguard Properties (Group Claude Berda)
Norifn
ALTAYA (Group Castel)
Orion
MAKRO – Cash & Carry Portugal, S.A.
EMGI – Investment Group
Via Outlets
Morgan Stanley Investment Management Limited
Deutsche Bank, AG
Alantra Partners

Work highlights

Assisted Vanguard Properties with the development of two high-end tourism and residential projects in Comporta.
Advised Morgan Stanley on the financing and refinancing of a portfolio of 46 logistics properties in Portugal, recently acquired by Blackstone.
Assisted Vanguard Properties (Group Claude Berda) with the acquisition and development of a portfolio of residential and hospitality properties, including A Tower, a residential project in Lisbon's Amoreiras quarter.

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