Capital Markets
Global Guide 2024 : Portugal
Band 1
Contact number
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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.