Banking & Finance - Portugal
What the team is known for
Cuatrecasas is a major Iberian law firm covering the full scope of domestic Portuguese and cross-border banking and finance transactions. The team acts on providing capital for private equity-driven leveraged buyouts. It assists with the financing of real estate transactions and has experience in significant debt restructuring and refinancing mandates. Cuatrecasas also attracts attention for its work on the structuring and authorisation of alternative investment funds, including venture capital and real estate funds. The team further assists clients with financial regulation matters.
Strengths
"The team is reliable and provides effective results."
"The team has extensive knowledge and experience in similar processes. They offer an efficient and timely service."
"Cuatrecasas knows our business model very well and the applicable law to it. The team also has a very practical approach which in complex situations permits us to have the information to take complex decisions."
"Cuatrecasas' support has been very important for us to keep transaction risks at acceptable levels. They are attentive to details and always available for support and clarification."
Work highlights
Cuatrecasas advised NatWest in the financing and refinancing of energy projects in Portugal.
Notable practitioners
Manuel Requicha Ferreira demonstrates solid experience in real estate finance matters and the acquisition of NPL portfolios. He is further experienced in debt refinancing and restructuring. "Manuel Requicha Ferreira is available, provides reliable answers and focuses on the client's best interest."
Paulo Costa Martins is best known for his handling of financial regulation matters. He is skilled at assisting clients from the financial sector with the regulatory aspects of corporate transactions. "Paulo Costa Martins stands out for his high knowledge and his fast responses."
