Projects
Global Guide 2024 : Portugal
Band 2
Email address
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+351 21 030 8600About
Provided by Uría Menéndez
We work with our clients on every phase of their transport, social, technological and environmental infrastructure projects, whatever the sector and whatever the geographical environment.
Our versatile team of lawyers provides multijurisdictional advice through our network across the Iberian Peninsula and Latin America. Our comprehensive understanding of business and fluid dealings with the regulatory bodies enable us to anticipate the challenges associated with each type of infrastructure, actively participate in preparing draft legislation, and design innovative contractual solutions.
We advise public authorities, construction groups, developers and lenders on all types of issues and help businesses execute those that are particularly complex, ranging from public-infrastructure projects and concessions to public-private partnerships (PPP/PFI), doing so at every stage of the value chain:
- Tendering and contracting
- Financing
- Construction
- Operation
- M&A
Chambers Review
Uría Menéndez has an impressive team that advises on projects relating to the energy and infrastructure spheres, additionally handling matters arising in the transport sector. The law firm offers support in a number of mandates including sub-concession agreements, public procurement and tender procedures. The lawyers also assist with project acquisitions in the renewable energy sector. Its client portfolio includes international investors, domestic banks and energy companies.
Work Highlights
- Uría Menéndez assisted Iberdrola with the development of solar power plants in Portugal.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The team is led by experienced lawyers in the field who are able to provide technical advice with added value."
"The lawyers provide quick replies and a deep and accurate analysis of the matters."
"They are flexible and able to adapt to new strategies rapidly."
"The team is led by experienced lawyers in the field who are able to provide technical advice with added value."
"The lawyers provide quick replies and a deep and accurate analysis of the matters."
"They are flexible and able to adapt to new strategies rapidly."
Notable Practitioners
Bernardo Diniz de Ayala regularly acts on public tender processes and concession agreements. He is well placed to advise developers, with further activity assisting financial institutions with project finance.
"I consider him outstanding for his technical knowledge of the subjects. He has a good ability to analyse situations, is creative in the search for solutions, and considers the perspective and position of the client."
"He is a top-notch lawyer."
João Louro e Costa is experienced in handling project development and project finance. He also assists clients with transactions in the energy sector.
"He is a phenomenal business adviser who stands out for his knowledge, experience and wisdom."
"He is responsive and has very good understanding of the market and the particularities of the projects."
"João Louro e Costa has high legal and commercial knowledge and offers a deep analysis of matters."
Ranked Lawyers at
Uría Menéndez
Portugal
Members
Provided by Uría Menéndez
Head of Department
Francisco Da Cunha Ferreira
