Capital Markets
Europe Guide 2024 : Portugal
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Provided by Linklaters
We have an established reputation as a world leader in the field of capital markets transactions, advising on the full range of international and domestic laws through our global network of offices. From debt and equity issues to derivatives and structured finance, the group advises on the full range of transactions.
Linklaters’ Lisbon team is widely acknowledged as a leader in the field. The team’s regular contact with regulators and listing authorities enhances its wealth of experience and technical expertise in capital markets work.
Leading financial institutions rely on Linklaters’ securities law service across the European markets, the U.S. markets, the Middle East and Asia markets as well as markets in the world’s emerging economies. The firm is at the forefront of complex and innovative issues in capital markets.
Our experience covers the full range of equity and equity-related transactions, such as IPOs, secondary offerings, block trades, capital increases and rights issues. It also covers: equity, debt and hybrid products (convertible and exchangeable).
Chambers Review
Linklaters' highly qualified team handles the full scope of capital markets transactions, with activity spanning public takeovers and share capital increases through to the issuance of bonds or convertible notes. The practice displays significant expertise in a variety of complex matters, with proven cross-border and domestic capabilities. The law firm regularly coordinates work between its offices in London, Frankfurt and Luxembourg, boosting the firm's cross-border capacity.
Work Highlights
- Linklaters assisted BFA with the IPO of Sonangalp.
Notable Practitioners
António Soares stands out due to the superb feedback he receives for his in-depth experience in predominantly equity capital markets matters. Market commentators identify him as one of the most important figures handling capital markets transactions in Portugal.
"He is fantastic and has a profound knowledge of the law. He is a professor that we are always learning from."
Vera Ferreira de Lima acts both on the issuer and the underwriter side of debt capital markets deals. She also plays a supporting role in many of the firm's equity transactions.