Counting venture capital funds, financial institutions, real estate players, domestic and international companies among its key client roster, the tax group at Uría Menéndez handles a steady stream of high-profile instructions, spanning the full spectrum of tax-related matters. Praised for its ‘attention to detail’, the team routinely assists clients with high-value M&A, private equity and capital markets transactions, but also fields strong credentials in tax litigation and wealth management matters. At the helm is Filipe Romão, recognised for his focus on navigating tax issues in company acquisitions, mergers, IPOs, and joint ventures. Key support is offered by Marta Pontes, a name to note for real estate transactions and project finance. Recommended for his extensive experience in transactional tax matters, António Castro Caldas is also skilled in wealth structuring issues. Counsel Cláudia Reis Duarte handles a mix of tax litigation, tax inspections, inheritance tax, social security and international tax planning.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘The level of work, attention to detail and knowledge produced by Uría is outstanding.’

  • ‘I highlight Cláudia Reis Duarte for her experience, attention to detail, concern for the client and leadership skills.'

  • ‘Uría is a reference law firm in the Iberian Peninsula with high quality full-service capabilities. I highlight partner Filipe Romão.'

  • 'Filipe Romão has knowledge and experience in all matters of a tax nature, at the intersection of private wealth and business.’

  • ‘Maximum knowledge, delivery and dedication, in accordance with best international practices.’

  • ‘Filipe Romão: agility, prompt service and objective answers.'

  • ‘Claudia Reis Duarte: tireless and with an excellent level of knowledge and leadership skills.'

Key clients

  • Altice
  • Grupo Pestana
  • Explorer
  • Klepierre
  • Glovo
  • Avoris
  • Bankinter
  • Arrow
  • SPX
  • BTG
  • Julius Bar
  • ITAU

Lawyers

Leading associates
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Leading partners
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Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Filipe Romão

Other key lawyers

Marta Pontes, António Castro Caldas, Cláudia Reis Duarte, Catarina Fernandes