Firms To Watch: Real estate and construction

Under the joint leadership of led by Henrique Moser and João de Moraes Vaz, the Antas da Cunha Ecija's real estate practice is well placed to advise private and corporate clients on the purchase and resale of property, short-term rentals, and tourism-related developments.
J+Legal, established in 2021, handles a broad spectrum of real estate ventures including student accommodations, senior houses, hotels, and residential projects. Led by Filipa Arantes Pedroso, the group assists with the acquisition, financing, development, and sale of a variety of projects.
Offering expertise in commercial, residential, and tourism property acquisitions, development, management, construction, and leasing, Miranda & Associados' real estate practice is jointly led by Rita Lufinha Borges and Luís Borges Rodrigues.

Real estate and construction in Portugal

Cuatrecasas

The ‘high-quality team’ at Cuatrecasas offers comprehensive advice to clients across the real estate industry, from traditional areas such as residential, offices, retail and tourism projects, to emerging sectors like senior and student residences. Department leader Nuno Sá Carvalho is skilled at handling high-value real estate transactions involving hotels, shopping centres, and offices, showcasing strength in portfolio acquisitions and project development. Sara Quaresma has a wealth of experience in construction law and licensing matters. The team has recently expanded with the May 2023 addition of Hugo Nunes from Sofia Galvao Advogados, who delivers end-to-end real estate project guidance, and that of Sofia Gomes da Costa, who joined from PLMJ in June 2023, bringing extensive knowledge of cross-border transactions and structured finance.

Practice head(s):

Nuno Sá Carvalho


Other key lawyers:

Sara Quaresma; Hugo Nunes; Sofia Gomes da Costa; Fernando Costal Carinhas


Testimonials

‘The firm demonstrates great competence and security in the topics covered. They provide regular, timely contact and great perseverance in achieving the objectives set.’

‘Hugo Nunes has excellent personal and human relationships and demonstrates great competence and communication skills.’

‘I never tire of being surprised by the way Hugo Nunes leads matters far beyond what is normal for a lawyer. He can master legal topics, but he can also master more technical topics in other areas of knowledge, such as architecture and engineering.’

‘Excellent attention to detail with the ability to provide commercial recommendations that allow clients to make well-informed but time-efficient decisions.’

‘Sofia Gomes da Costa and Fernando Costal Carinhas give fantastic legal advice. ’

‘The real estate and urban planning team is a high-quality team that provides quick and diligent responses.

‘Sofia Gomes da Costa and Hugo Nunes are two high-quality lawyers with an excellent commitment to clients.’

‘Sara Quaresma is always a prepared lawyer in meetings, making a point of reviewing all necessary documentation to avoid surprises. On several occasions, clients of the opposing party’s lawyers end up wanting to confirm certain points in the law or procedures with her.’

Key clients

Apollo/Lapithus


Prime Group


Grupo Novo Banco


Fnac Darty


Caixa Gestão de Ativos


Orpea Group


Jaymon Investments LLC


Macl Capital


Deka


IP Investment Management


Silvip


Brico Depot


Adeo Groupe (Bricomart)


Sonder Hospitality


Motel One


Invesco


Primonial Reim


Arrow


Novaxia Group


Bankinter – Montepino


Elo Group (Auchan Retail Portugal, Nhood)


Zurich


Zaphira Capital


Millésime Group


Discovery Land Company (CostaTerra)


Coporgest (UNOP 3)


El Corte Inglés


Auchan Retail Portugal


Avdinco Porto


Mercan Properties


Groupe Jean Turon


Universidade Nova de Lisboa


RE Capital


Blackstone Group


BNP Paribas Real Estate


Logicor Group


Europi


LCN Capital Partners


Cerberus European Investments


Highgate


The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints


Work highlights


  • Advised Prime Group on the acquisition of a building in Lisbon from Cerberus Group for a €200m  five-star hotel and branded residences redevelopment project (Archway Project).
  • Advised Grupo Novo Banco (GNB) on various transactions, including the acquisition and leaseback of a portfolio of 90 retail and office assets across Portugal (Project Vault), valued at €100m.
  • Advised Fnac Darty on the acquisition of MediaMarkt Portugal’s store portfolio (Project Parrot).

Garrigues Portugal

Garrigues Portugal plays a pivotal role in facilitating real estate M&A transactions, most notably portfolio deals. Catering to an elite clientele that includes private equity firms, banks, pension funds, and other financial entities, the team’s expertise extends to real estate finance and project development. The firm is also carving a niche in the underwriting of warranty and indemnity insurance policies. Jorge Salvador Gonçalves leads the practice, representing significant international investors and developers. Miguel Menezes Da Silva stands out for his strong track record in M&A involving real estate assets.

Practice head(s):

Jorge Salvador Gonçalves


Other key lawyers:

Miguel Menezes Da Silva


Testimonials

‘Always proactive and very commercial when issues arise.’

‘The Garrigues team stands out for the high quality of the services provided, whether in advice or in the preparation and drafting of legal instruments.’

‘The real estate team, masterfully directed by Jorge Salvador Gonçalves, with the collaboration of Miguel Menezes Da Silva, stands out in the market due to its knowledge of the market and experience in other deals.

‘Great hands-on team with a lot of experience and common business sense. A very practical approach to problem resolution without neglecting the in-depth and detailed legal analysis.’

Key clients

BNP Paribas REIM


GALP


GRES – Global Real Estate Select SICAV-FIS


Kronos Group


Tristan Capital Partners


AXA IM Real Assets


Blackbrook Capital


Brookfield


Jamestown LP


Henderson Park Capital Partners


Harbert Management Corporation


Lifento SAS


Merlin Properties SOCIMI


Novo Banco Group


DWS


Fidelidade Property


Explorer / Discovery Fund


Tander Inversiones SOCIMI


VGP Parks


Decathlon


Mello RDC


Work highlights


  • Advising Novo Banco on the sale of a large portfolio of large-scale development projects located in Lisbon and the Algarve regions.
  • Advised Merlin Properties SICIMI on the acquisition and leaseback of the flagship office building ‘Liberdade 195’, the headquarters of Novo Banco.
  • Advised BNP Paribas REIM on the acquisition of a state-of-the-art office building in downtown Lisbon known as “Pier 3”.

Morais Leitão, Galvão Teles, Soares da Silva & Associados

Morais Leitão, Galvão Teles, Soares da Silva & Associados boasts a wealth of knowledge in corporate and transactional real estate matters, guiding clients in the structuring of investments, including the acquisition and sale of substantial portfolios. The corporate real estate and tourism practice is led by the 'outstanding and goal-oriented' João Torroaes Valente, who acts for both national and international investors in transactions involving a variety of assets, from shopping centres, to logistics and tourism projects. Rita Ferreira Vicente excels in tourism developments and real estate funds-related transactions, while João Fitas provides expert advice on on asset and share deals, as well as sale and leasebacks.

Practice head(s):

João Torroaes Valente


Other key lawyers:

Rita Ferreira Vicente; João Fitas; Andreia Bento Simões; Maria Carolina Gonçalves


Testimonials

‘Remarkable team with both an excellent legal skillset and strong business understanding.’

‘João Torroaes Valente has a deep knowledge of the real estate market, is deal-oriented, and is outstanding when it comes to negotiating transaction agreements. Andreia Bento Simões is very available and always focused on achieving the client’s goals.’

‘Excellent skills in the real estate area, both in the transaction component and in real estate monitoring.’

‘João Torroaes Valente has great business experience, in-depth knowledge of the sector, and the ability to anticipate problems. João Fitas has excellent dedication and high quality of output, and is very reliable.’

‘The real estate transaction team at ML is first class.’

‘ML has a deep knowledge of real estate law and real estate transactions in Portugal. The lawyers act in a solution-oriented and pragmatic manner.’

‘João Torroaes Valente is outstanding and goal-oriented. He was able to mediate in difficult situations with the buyer side.’

‘João Torroaes Valente is a super experienced, very creative, and truly problem solver lawyer. Andreia Bento Simões is truly impressive.’

Uría Menéndez – Proença Carvalho

With significant expertise in M&A, warranty and indemnity insurance policy negotiations, restructurings, and financings in the real estate space, Uría Menéndez – Proença Carvalho offers ‘innovative and pragmatic solutions’ to a variety of clients, most notably investors, financial entities and developers. The practice is led by Rita Xavier de Brito, who specialises in the sale, purchase, and development of logistics, offices, and retail properties, and Francisco da Cunha Ferreira, who brings expertise in acquisition finance, corporate restructurings in the real estate and hospitality sectors, and mortgage-backed loan portfolio acquisitions. Duarte Garin retired at the end of 2023.

Practice head(s):

Rita Xavier de Brito; Francisco da Cunha Ferreira


Other key lawyers:

Alexandre Pedral Sampaio


Testimonials

‘We will never stop using Uría Menéndez. The team provides innovative and pragmatic solutions that are always in our interests, while strictly adhering to all legal and ethical aspects.’

Key clients

M7 Real Estate


MD Group (Alantra)


Rivercrown Group


Azora


Multi Corporation


Corum Investments


Bondstone


Tikehau Capital


Banco Santander Totta


Explorer Investments


Savills Investment Management


Tristan Capital Partners


Davidson Kempner / ECS Capital


Work highlights


  • Advised Banco Santander Totta on the sale of an REO portfolio known as “Project Guadiana”.
  • Advised M7 Real Estate on the acquisition of five logistics properties located in Lisbon and Porto.
  • Advised Davidson Kempner / ECS Capital on the sale of the Hotel Hilton Vilamoura to Arrow through a share deal.

VdA

VdA’s robust real estate team is well versed in the entire spectrum of real estate matters, standing out for its strong track record in M&A, financings and project development in the hospitality, retail, and commercial spheres. Noted by clients for being ‘highly knowledgeable about the real estate market’, Pedro Ferreirinha demonstrates deep expertise in the acquisition, sale, and leasing of various projects, including office, residential, leisure, and retail properties. Team members Miguel Marques dos Santos and Pedro Pereira Coutinho concentrate on transactional work and on the management of real estate projects, including construction supervision services agreements. Pedro Corrêa d’Oliveira, who oversees the real estate team based in Porto, is another name to note for real estate M&A, sale and leasebacks and project development.

Practice head(s):

Pedro Ferreirinha


Other key lawyers:

Miguel Marques dos Santos; Pedro Pereira Coutinho; Pedro Corrêa d’Oliveira; Raul Mota Cerveira; Lisa Ventura Lopes


Testimonials

‘The firm is recognised by the market for its professionalism, technical knowledge and the quality of its lawyers.’

‘They have experience and in-depth knowledge of aspects related to urban planning, real estate and construction.’

‘Pedro Ferreirinha is highly knowledgeable about the real estate market and is good at defining the best strategy for each situation. Pedro Corrêa de Oliveira has good responsiveness and good knowledge of all aspects necessary to implement real estate projects.’

Key clients

Vanguard Properties (Group Claude Berda)


Norifn


ALTAYA (Group Castel)


Orion


MAKRO – Cash & Carry Portugal, S.A.


EMGI – Investment Group


Via Outlets


Morgan Stanley Investment Management Limited


Deutsche Bank, AG


Alantra Partners


Work highlights


  • Assisted Vanguard Properties with the development of two high-end tourism and residential projects in Comporta.
  • Advised Morgan Stanley on the financing and refinancing of a portfolio of 46 logistics properties in Portugal, recently acquired by Blackstone.
  • Assisted Vanguard Properties (Group Claude Berda) with the acquisition and development of a portfolio of residential and hospitality properties, including A Tower, a residential project in Lisbon’s Amoreiras quarter.

Abreu Advogados

Abreu Advogados leverages its ‘in-depth knowledge’ of the real estate sector to guide developers, financial entities and high-net-worth international private investors in transactions within Portugal. Working regularly with international retailers, developers, family offices, and institutional investors, the 'exceptional and extremely competent' Tiago Mendonça de Castro is well versed in project development, real estate asset deals and portfolio transactions. He jointly leads the department with Patrícia Viana, who showcases considerable experience in real estate M&A, notably within the retail sector. Diogo Belard Correia, who was recently promoted to associated partner, is a key contact for developers seeking advice on all stages of investments in the real estate sector.

Practice head(s):

Tiago Mendonça Castro; Patricia Viana


Other key lawyers:

Maria Santa Martha; Diogo Belard Correia; Sara Ferraz Mendonça


Testimonials

‘The lawyers of the large real estate and construction team all have an excellent legal background and track record. This team has a strong understanding of real estate matters and provides the required assurances to clients in structuring investments and negotiations.’

‘Tiago Mendonça de Castro is an expert in all matters of real estate with a strong track record and experience. Senior Associate Sara Ferraz Mendonça is a really capable real estate lawyer who provides solutions through a very practical approach.’

‘The team is notable for its availability, rigour, and quality in the services provided.’

‘The multifaceted team has very in-depth knowledge that complements each other. The lawyers are extremely dedicated.’

‘The team is able to understand the client’s problems, to put themselves in their shoes, and find legal and/or business solutions to overcome these problems.’

‘Maria Santa Martha is able to understand and propose solutions to the problem(s) that the client has, with enormous common sense and communication skills.’

‘Abreu stands out in the Portuguese real estate market, due to the in-depth knowledge that its lawyers have of the sector. The prestigious firm is knowledgeable, diligent and honest.’

‘Tiago Mendonça de Castro is exceptional and extremely competent.’

Key clients

Ageas


Cbre Gi


Chint Solar Portugal Projects B.V.


Dior


DO – Designer Outlet do Algarve, S.A


Frey


H&M


Henley & Partners


Iberdrola


Ikea Group


Imofundos


Ingka Centres


Interfundos


Lighthouse


Nhood


Noble Faces S.A


Odalys


Optylon Krea


Osborne+Co


Panattoni Spain Holding


Primark


Polo Ralph Lauren


Promiris


Ribaltcelebration, Lda – Azul Project


Time Out Market Porto


Urbania International


Work highlights


  • Assisted Optylon Krea, an investment management and real estate development company, with the €20m purchase of the Zara store building in downtown Lisbon from the German fund Deka Immobilien.
  • Advised IKEA on the installation of 10 new stores and the implementation of real estate energy projects.
  • Advised Promiris Group, associated with the Louis Vuitton inheritors, on the potential €65m purchase of the “Rivart Project”.

Linklaters

The 'highly qualified, committed and available team' at Linklaters offers an extensive suite of real estate services, covering areas such as construction, project development, finance, real estate M&A, and dispute resolution. With a strong background in real estate contractual negotiations, department head Diogo Plantier Santos' expertise lies in portfolio transactions, sale and leaseback operations, asset management, as well as property development and construction projects. Marrying knowledge in real estate and corporate law, Diogo Barros Pereira has provided key support in several transactions in the real estate sector. Evo Fernandes is no longer at the firm.

Practice head(s):

Diogo Plantier Santos


Other key lawyers:

Diogo Barros Pereira


Testimonials

‘Small but highly qualified, committed and available team.’ 

‘The main qualities of this team, in addition to the undeniable technical qualities of its lawyers, are its friendliness, availability, readiness, assertiveness in presenting topics and presentation of innovative legal solutions. ’

‘The Linklaters real estate team presents innovative work, always willing to find alternatives that satisfy the client’s wishes.

Key clients

BNP Paribas, SA


Caixa Geral de Depósitos, S.A., Novo Banco, S.A., Banco Comercial Português, S.A., Oitante, S.A. and Banco Santander Totta, S.A.


Union


King Street and Kronos


Real I.S. AG


Cerberus


Sierra Portugal, S.A.


Luz Saúde, S.A. (Fosun Group)


Sousa Dias Invest SDI – SGPS, S.A.


KKR


Work highlights


  • Advising BNPP on the acquisition of the Aura and Echo buildings in the Exeo Campus, for the development for its new headquarters in Lisbon, Portugal.
  • Advised Union on the acquisition of a unit occupied by Modelo Continente within the Colombo shopping centre located in Lisbon from GRES.
  • Advised King Street and Kronos on the sale of 100% of the share capital of Morgado da Lameira – Empreendimento Turístico e Golfe, S.A., including the Amendoeira Golf Resort, to Rolear Group.

PLMJ

The real estate arm of PLMJ, steered by Francisco Lino Dias and Teresa Madeira Afonso, delivers end-to-end solutions in the context of real estate transactions, including the asset deals and the disposal and acquisition of real estate portfolios. Lino Dias regularly assists developers and institutional investors with leasing agreements, build-to-rent models, and forward-funding ventures. Madeira Afonso, who joined in May 2023 from the firm’s M&A department, concentrates on corporate real estate deals and restructurings, servicing both national and international investment funds. Margarida Osório de Amorim, Sofia Gomes da Costa, and Rita Alarcão Júdice are no longer at the firm. Sérgio Teixeira, a key contact for investment funds, stands out at associate level for his involvement in real estate transactions involving domestic and international hotel groups, large retailers and real estate investors.  

Practice head(s):

Francisco Lino Dias; Teresa Madeira Afonso


Other key lawyers:

Sérgio Teixeira; Abel Barbosa de Mendonça; Sofia Nogueira Leite


Testimonials

‘The PLMJ team is a dream to work with. PLMJ’s ability to work with clients that are not accustomed to working in Portugal (or familiar with Portuguese law) is second to none.’

‘The team is diverse in experience, background, gender and age – we are extremely pleased with this.’

‘Teresa Madeira Afonso is quite simply outstanding. She is incredibly commercial, anticipating the needs of her clients and is proactive in the support provided. Teresa is extremely pragmatic and a lawyer you would definitely want in your corner.’

‘They have a great ability to help foreign clients overcome cultural and legislative barriers. Good service.’

‘Francisco Lino Dias is an outstanding lawyer. He is very dedicated and has a full picture of the transaction (not only the legal part), focusing on the relevant issues that arise in the transaction.’

‘The team has a lot of experience and can deal with issues in depth, but also with the pragmatic and synthetic approach that the business needs, which gives the client a lot of confidence.’

‘They offer multidisciplinary teams; extensive experience in highly complex transactions, in some cases occurring simultaneously in different jurisdictions.’

Key clients

Aquinex


Arrow Global Group Limited


Banco BTG Pactual


Barclays Bank


Bedrock Capital


BNP Paribas Real Estate


Commerz Real Group


GALP (Petróleos de Portugal – Petrogal)


Grupo SIL


H&M


Incus Capital


Inspired Education Group


Jamestown


Martinhal Group


Minor International


Norfin


Nova Universtity Lisbon


Oaktree Capital Management


Promiris


Ryanair


Santander Consumer Finance


Simpar


WeWork International Limited


Work highlights


  • Advised LCN Capital Partners on the acquisition of a portfolio of Portuguese supermarkets, composed of 49 properties.
  • Advised Incus Capital on the acquisition of two properties for tourism/serviced apartments and an office building from Cerberus Capital Management.
  • Assisting Davidson Kempner with the acquisition of ECS’s restructuring funds.

CCA Law Firm

The ‘truly innovative’ CCA Law Firm handles an array of real estate matters, from acquisitions, financings, and joint ventures, to property sales and leases. The team provides assistance to a diverse client base, including developers, investors, lenders, and underwriters, across sectors such as urban development, industry, environment, health, and tourism. The real estate division is co-led by Madalena Azeredo Perdigão, 'an exceptionally up-to-date and experienced lawyer' who possesses extensive experience in real estate developments and transactions, and Tomás Assis Teixeira, who is adept at advising on the entire life cycle of real estate, tourism, and energy projects in Portugal.

Practice head(s):

Madalena Azeredo Perdigão; Tomás Assis Teixeira


Other key lawyers:

Vera Martinez


Testimonials

‘CCA is a truly innovative and disruptive firm in the Portuguese legal market. Its dynamic offices and solid reputation in the market attract highly qualified young lawyers, which makes it easier to retain talent.’

‘CCA stands out for its advanced technological approach.’

‘Madalena Azeredo Perdigão is an exceptionally up-to-date and experienced lawyer in the real estate market. Her support and advice were fundamental in unexpected moments, and she demonstrates a remarkable availability, actively participating in crucial moments of our projects.’

Key clients

Onyria Group


Redevco


Iberis Capital


Fundo FCR C2 Medcapital


Imosaúde das beiras, Unipessoal, Lda.


Solstice Investments


Rock Capital Fund


LINCE Capital


Feels Like Home


Tan Investments


Tayan Energy


Arish Capital Partners


Friendly Pattern, Lda.


Lxci – Lx Capital Investimentos, Lda.


Enfinity Global


Optylon Krea


IMOFID (fund managed by Fidelidade)


Finsolutia


Limestone Capital


Europar


C&A Modas


Primosfera


Esqina hotel


AP Wireless


Accor Hotels


Global Citizen Solutions


Colep Consumer Products


Colep Packaging


LotusOlhar


Monarque Funds


FSG Saúde (fund managed by Fidelidade)


PRMT TEJO, S.A.


Work highlights


  • Advised on Onyria Hotels & Resorts on the acquisition of Martinhal Cascais Hotel and its conversion and integration into the Onyria Hotels and Resorts Group under the Onyria Marinha Boutique Hotel brand.
  • Provided legal and tax advice to Imosaúde das Beiras, Unipessoal, Lda. on the purchase of a property for development into a hospital centre and nursing home.
  • Assisted Solstice Investments with a €6m real estate acquisition.

CMS

CMS acts for a diverse mix of national and international clients, including financial institutions, in multifaceted real estate mandates. Under the leadership of João Pinheiro da Silva, the firm excels in large-scale transactions involving hotels, office spaces, and shopping centres. His wide-ranging expertise also includes leasing agreements, project management, and licensing issues. José Manuel Silva Nunes, a key point of contact for real estate developers and financial institutions, is especially active in the sale of real estate derived from credit recovery and in the implementation of single and multi-tenant properties.

Practice head(s):

João Pinheiro da Silva


Other key lawyers:

José Manuel Silva Nunes; Sandra Teixeira Arsénio; Francisca Caeiro Bastos


Testimonials

‘The team has a high level of knowledge and efficiency. The high level of know-how of José Manuel Nunes stands out.’

‘José Manuel Nunes and Francisca Bastos reveal a great knowledge of real estate legal practice.’

‘They demonstrate strong experience in the real estate and construction market and total availability in solving problems.’

‘I have confidence in the team. The lawyers have shown good results.’

Key clients

Silverkeel Capital Partners


Fundo de Pensões Banco Bpi


Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria, S.A., Sucursal em Portugal


ECS Capital


Anidaport – Investimentos Imobiliários


Kronos Investment Group


BPI Gestão de Ativos – Sociedade Gestora de Organismos de Investimento Coletivo, S.A.


Davidson Kempner European Partners LLP


Aquila Capital


Finangeste


Catella


ANA – Aeroportos de Portugal, S.A.


Work highlights


  • Advised Fundo de Pensões Banco BPI on the sale of several units in the “Jean Monnet” urban building located in Lisbon.
  • Advised ECS Capital on the sale of several tourism real estate units and developments in Portugal, including two touristic villages with over 100 housing units each.
  • Advised Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria, S.A., Sucursal em Portugal on managing and selling its real estate assets to various buyers.

DLA Piper ABBC

The real estate practice at DLA Piper ABBC, under the guidance of Luis Filipe Carvalho, provides comprehensive advice to both domestic and international clients on various real estate ventures, including investments, development, financing, and the commercialisation of real estate assets. Paulo Anjo is noted for his involvement in transactional work, asset management, and leasing arrangements, with a particular focus on student accommodation and condominiums.

Practice head(s):

Luís Filipe Carvalho


Other key lawyers:

Paulo Anjo


Testimonials

‘Luís Filipe Carvalho is an amazing lawyer – very informed and present when we need him.’

Key clients

EDP Real Estate


Vector Mais (Portuguese Design & Build company)


Novimed


Volkswagen Autoeuropa


Brifina – Portuguese real estate developer


AEV


Prime Yield


Pinhol


Caixa de Previdência Benguela (Pension Fund)


Lufthansa Group


Work highlights


  • Assisted BorgWarner Portugal with the purchase of property for the construction of a new factory in Portugal for electric car components.
  • Negotiated and concluded Invesco’s purchase of a vast land portfolio in Northern Portugal for future logistics real estate development.

Eversheds Sutherland FCB

Eversheds Sutherland FCB, under the joint leadership of Miguel Lorena Brito and Rodrigo Almeida Dias, delivers strategic guidance in property development, financing, and real estate transactions. With a robust portfolio in commercial, residential, and office properties, Lorena Brito excels in real estate acquisitions and project development, while Almeida Dias specialises in corporate real estate and plays a pivotal role in the development of tourism, residential, office, and other other real estate projects. Gonçalo Mexia is noted for his experience in real estate transactions within the agribusiness sector.

Practice head(s):

Miguel Lorena Brito; Rodrigo Almeida Dias


Other key lawyers:

Gonçalo Mexia


Testimonials

‘Exceptional technical quality, professionalism, total monitoring, and perfect understanding of the client’s needs.’

‘Exceptional and serious advice. Market knowledge, transparency, seriousness and reliability.’

 

Key clients

Generali Real Estate


Aquila Group


Santa Lucia


EQT Exeter


Sonagi Imobiliária, S.A.


Keviana


Decathlon


Microsoft


Amazon


Nelson Group


Apple


Kering


Urbansymbiosis Lda.


Rota Única / Route One Investment Company


Bekinsa


Jordan Park


Hyperion


Kew Capital


SLM Partners


Atlantrees


Cisco


Gefco


Frasers Group


Work highlights


  • Assisted Aquila Group with the acquisition of a logistics centre in Azambuja.
  • Advised Santa Lucia on the management of its real estate assets in Lisbon.
  • Advised Nelson Group on the opening of its hotel in Lisbon under the JAM brand.

pbbr - Sociedade de Advogados RL

pbbr - Sociedade de Advogados RL advises both international and Portuguese clients, including investors, developers, financial institutions, and construction companies, on various real estate matters involving office buildings, commercial and residential properties, as well as tourism and logistics. The team is jointly led by Pedro Pinto, who effectively serves a broad spectrum of clients in these areas, and Teresa Freire, who plays a ‘fundamental role in many complex transactions’ in the real estate space. Tânia Ferreira Osório is singled out for her in-depth knowledge of construction and planning matters.

Practice head(s):

Pedro Pinto; Teresa Freire


Other key lawyers:

Tânia Ferreira Osório; Inês Carrilho


Testimonials

‘They are a medium-sized, boutique-style firm, with a multidisciplinary team that is very close to the client.’

‘This is a team with a very high degree of dedication and an enormous capacity for delivery even in time-constrained situations.’

‘They offer a permanent search for alternative solutions, demonstrating a high level of knowledge and defending the client’s interests.’

‘Teresa Freire is our favourite lawyer. She easily understands issues and her extensive experience allows her to create solutions regularly.’

‘The PBBR team is 100% available to accompany the client in the requested timings, without prejudice to always maintaining rigour, a strong ethical and critical sense.’

‘The team adapts to the client’s needs as if it were an extension of the client’s legal department. ’

‘Pedro Pinto is notable for his proven experience, wisdom, rigour and good disposition.’

Key clients

Signal Capital Partners LLP


Round Hill Capital


Sonae Sierra


Davidson Kempner


Nexity


Stone Capital


Avenue /Aermont / Perella Weinberg


Serris Reim


Group Atenor


Bouygues Immobilier


Cushman & Wakefield


RE Capital / GMG – Geneva Management Group


Gold Tree


MDSR Investments


Groupe Térresens


BPrime


Prime Portugal


Rockstone


Kiabi Group


Benchimmo Real Estate / Puratos Group


Acacia Point


Bastidor Group


AnaHome Group


NORMALAS PORTUGAL (Normal Stores)


ZEEMAN TEXTIELSUPERS (Zeeman Stores)


Sogenial Immobilier


Confluence Iberia


Group GSE – Global Solutions and Engineering


Remake Asset Management


Sterling Group


Work highlights


  • Assisting Round Hill Capital with the acquisition of Smart Studios, a major operator and developer of PBSA (Property Built Student’s Accommodation) in the Portuguese market.
  • Assisting Avenue Real Estate with the acquisition of Project Pacífico.

RRP Advogados

RRP Advogados, led by founding partner Ricardo Reigada Pereira, helps clients navigate the intricacies of real estate transactions within the commercial, residential, industrial, and agribusiness sectors, with a focus on first-time investors in the Portuguese market. Reigada Pereira brings expertise in the full spectrum of property deals, including the disposal of underlying real estate assets. Other key names in the department include Hélder Santos Correia and Tamara Martins da Fonseca.

Practice head(s):

Ricardo Reigada Pereira


Other key lawyers:

Hélder Santos Correia; Tamara Martins da Fonseca


Testimonials

‘RRP’s team has in-depth knowledge of the real estate and construction sector, having the ability to help clients make the best decisions. They can also clearly explain very complex topics.’

‘Ricardo Reigada Pereira is not only an extraordinary lawyer, but also a leader who inspires clients and his team.’

‘Hélder Santos Correia has in-depth knowledge of the subjects.’

‘They have strong legal knowledge, are very proactive, have commercial skills, and are always able to find proper solutions to relevant issues raised during the transactions.’

‘It is an amazing team with great proactivity, legal knowledge and negotiation skills.’

‘Ricardo Pereira has the ability to synthesise and translate intricate aspects into simpler messages.’

Key clients

Healthcare Activos


M&G


Nexity


Viridis Real Estate


AM alpha Kapitalverwaltungsgesellschaft


AEW Europe City Retail Fund


Aretha Capital Partners


Atlanticapital


Casais


Catalyst Capital


CIC Patrimonio


Decospan


Fast Forward Capital


Groupama REIM


Groupe Legendre


Grupo SIL


KCI


Krest Real Estate Investments


Labatec


M7 Real Estate


Medical Properties Trust


Mitiska REIM


Natixis


Nuveen


RPE


Suitable Universe


Suitcase Hospitality


Eglon-Timbers S.A. (Eglon)


Afifi Group


Work highlights


  • Assisting M&G with the disposal of a supermarket portfolio to Savills IM.

Sofia Galvao Advogados

Sofia Galvao Advogados, a boutique firm specialising in real estate and planning, provides strategic advice to institutional investors seeking development opportunities within Portugal, including expert guidance in the structuring of real estate transactions. The practice is co-led by founding partner Sofia Galvão, whose deep expertise in real estate, spatial planning, and tourism law is recognised in the market. Fellow co-head Luís Moitinho de Almeida is experienced in all areas of territory law, encompassing real estate, construction, licensing matters, and related litigation. Hugo Nunes left the firm in May 2023.

Practice head(s):

Sofia Galvão; Luís Moitinho de Almeida


Testimonials

‘The company is very robust and highly reputable in everything to do with territorial law and support for real estate transactions.’

‘Sofia Galvão’s experience is perhaps unparalleled, associated with enormous knowledge based on experience.’

‘The service provided by this law firm in matters of urban planning and spatial planning has proven to be of excellent quality and help, given the lawyers’ in-depth knowledge of these matters.’

‘Sofia Galvão stands out for her in-depth knowledge of matters and applicable legislation and for the innovative way in which she handles dossiers, suggesting solutions not yet taken into consideration by the client.’

Key clients

Atenor


Bedrock Capital (Alcântara)


ECS Capital Group (Grupo NAU & Vale do Lobo)


European Parliament


Fundação Champalimaud


Grupo Novo Banco (Benagil, Artilharia Um & Av. Liberdade)


Grupo Pestana


Jackyl (Suíça)


Mondego Capital Partners


Tidewell Corporation (Apostiça)


Universidade Católica Portuguesa (Campus Lisboa)


SRS Legal

The multidisciplinary real estate practice at SRS Legal seamlessly integrates expertise from the firm’s tax, corporate and M&A, litigation, financing, and planning divisions. At the helm of the real estate division, Neuza Pereira De Campos specialises in inbound investments and real estate developments. With a marked presence in the hotel, leisure, residential and tourism spaces, the team also caters to high-net-worth individuals abroad seeking investment opportunities in the Portuguese property market.

Practice head(s):

Neuza Pereira de Campos


Other key lawyers:

José Pinto Santos


Testimonials

‘The SRS real estate department has a high knowledge of the market and provides enormous security to those who operate in it. It combines its activities well, whenever necessary, with the tax department.’

‘Oriented towards solutions rather than problems.’

‘Neuza Pereira de Campos is truly exceptional. Quick to understand client needs and respond to requests; an excellent negotiator.

‘The breadth of services provided is notable.’

‘A rounded team of professionals. Focused, on-time and on-target.’

‘Neuza Pereira de Campos has vast legal knowledge, combined with practical experience in complex real estate transactions and the ability to quickly identify and resolve obstacles to their completion.’

‘They demonstrate availability and high technical knowledge.’

‘Neuza Pereira de Campos delivers consistent results. Everything always went beautifully.’

Key clients

Costaterra


Banco Carregosa – SGOIC


Grupo Amorim |Luxury


Atlante |I|beria S|L


MNK Partners


M7 Real Estate


Dereif| |Sicav|-Fis


RE Capital


ECS Capital


Fidelidade


Fli|tprel| Bela Vista


Level| |Constelation


Rabobank


Sonangol


SGAL


Grupo José Guilherme (Fundição de Oeiras)


KKR


Mindopportunity


X|poent|vanguarda|, |Lda


Work highlights


  • Advised MNK One S.C.A. SICAV-RAIF on the purchase of a B&B-branded hotel in Porto.
  • Advised European electric charging company Atlante Ibera S.L. on the analysis and adjustment of real estate agreements in the context of the acquisition of a company.
  • Advised Portugal Yield Fund II, a Portuguese venture capital fund, on the acquisition by a real estate investment fund of a property in Lumiar, currently leased by Universidad Europeia.

Sérvulo & Associados

Sérvulo & Associados handles a diverse range of real estate and corporate property matters for a variety of clients, including private equity and investment funds, developers, retailers, and hotel chains. Leading the team, Manuel Magalhães is regularly seen advising on transactional and development matters in the real estate and tourism sectors. The department’s proficiency extends to construction contracts, forward funding agreements, as well as to sale and leaseback arrangements. Sofia Thibaut Trocado is a name to note for financial entities, borrowers and promotors seeking assistance with real estate finance.

Practice head(s):

Manuel Magalhães


Other key lawyers:

Sofia Thibaut Trocado; Joana Pinto Monteiro; Carla Parreira Leandro


Testimonials

‘Certainly, the best layers I’ve seen in 50 years of my career.’

‘Answers are always sent immediately and responses are always very precise.’

‘Cohesion, objectivity, punctuality and competence, in my opinion, are points that differentiate the quality of Sérvulo & Associados’ services.’

‘Manuel Magalhães stands out for the quality and simplicity of his solutions.’

‘Sérvulo e Associados stands out for its involvement in negotiations, organisation skills, total dedication and knowledge of real estate.’

‘Excellent collaboration and closeness with the team, daily and fruitful relationships.’

‘I trust Sérvulo’s urban planning and real estate team for their experience in the market and the quality of the professionals who make up the department.’

Key clients

BPI VIDA e PENSÕES – Companhia de Seguros, S.A.


AF Portfolio – Fundo de Investimento Imobiliário Aberto|Renda Predial – Fundo de Investimento Imobiliário Fechado


Fundo Especial de Investimento Imobiliário TDF


Banco Comercial Português, S.A. (BCP)


Fundo de Pensões do Grupo Banco Comercial Português


Interfundos – Sociedade Gestora de Organismos de Investimento Coletivo, S.A / Fundo de Investimento Imobiliário Fechado TDF


Several Private Clients


Riverfront Empreendimentos Turísticos e Imobiliários, S.A.


OBRANA, S.A.


Ravina do Tempo, Lda.


Oceânico Lusoirlandês


Marmequer Empreendimentos Turísticos e Imobiliários, Lda.


TKJ PROPERTIES, UNIPESSOAL LDA.


KKR – INVESTIMENTOS S.A.


Libertas – Sociedade Gestora de Fundos de Investimento Imobiliário, S.A.


Imorendimento SGOIC


Square Asset Management


Work highlights


  • Assisted BPI Vida e Pensões with the preparation and negotiation of draft lease agreements and amendments between the client, Teleperformance and Vodafone Portugal regarding the use of the Edifício Vodafone in Parque das Nações.
  • Assisted Fundo Especial de Investimento Imobiliário TDFwith the development of the Fábrica 1921 project in Lisbon, comprising over 180 real estate units.
  • Advised Fundo de Pensões do Banco Comercial Português, managed by Ageas – Sociedade Gestora de Fundos de Pensões, S.A., on the acquisition of 16 units of Edifício Lisboa.

CCSL Advogados

João Lemos de Portugal heads up the real estate practice at CCSL Advogados, supporting developers, investors and brokers throughout the entire life cycle of real estate investments, including the acquisition, operation, and redevelopment of a diversity of assets. The firm’s broad service offering also covers contract preparation and negotiation, construction agreements and licensing procedures for projects in the residential, hotel, retail, and co-living spaces.

Practice head(s):

João Lemos de Portugal


Other key lawyers:

Mariana Alves de Melo


Testimonials

‘João Lemos de Portugal is super professional, has great knowledge of the market, gives excellent advice, and has incredible flexibility.’

‘The team is highly competent and responsive. They have a trustworthy and a very constructive collaborative work environment.’

‘They match on a personal level regarding the way of working and communicate at eye level.’

‘CCSL provides an excellent service. In addition to being proactive, they are very knowledgeable about the market and propose creative and efficient solutions. They are capable of providing structured responses to problems in record time and have above-average client availability.’

‘CCSL has very unique and sophisticated practice and yet they make the service very personal and make you feel very relaxed and confident. They are aware of all jurisdictional nuances and make sure all the bases are covered. They use all technology that is required but do not make you feel like a number.’

‘Better than others we have worked with, CCSL presented possible legal alternatives, validated whether our positions had any legal risk and supported the legal decision-making process.’

CTSU - Sociedade de Advogados, S.P., R.L., S.A.

CTSU - Sociedade de Advogados, S.P., R.L., S.A., a key adviser to investors and developers, support clients in the full array of real estate transactions and project development, from planning and licensing, to management issues. Founding partner Miguel Ribeiro Telles specialises in the purchase, sale, and leasing of properties, including commercial, residential, and tourism projects. He oversees the department alongside Marta Gouveia Gomes, who brings a wealth of experience in real estate financing, development, and divestment mandates.

Practice head(s):

Miguel Ribeiro Telles; Marta Gouveia Gomes


Other key lawyers:

Maria Cabral de Azevedo


Testimonials

‘Marta Gouveia Gomes and Maria Cabral de Azevedo offer technical knowledge, mastery of subjects, availability, vast legal experience, empathy, and education.’

‘CTSU’s priority is to excel in the services it provides and the needs of its clients. The real estate and urban planning team has enormous technical capacity.’

‘The real estate and urban planning team presents results and responses in a timely manner, always maintaining a high level of quality, which distinguishes them from other firms in the market.’

‘CTSU is an innovative firm in terms of collaboration with the client, having vast knowledge of the sector and being very oriented towards the client’s business.’

‘Miguel Ribeiro Telles and Marta Gouveia Gomes are distinguished by their knowledge of the sector and the business, with high technical capacity, attention to detail and availability.’

Key clients

Nar Corp, Unipessoal, Lda.


Planeurimo Portugal Consulting and Management Services, Unipessoal Lda. (Planeur Group)


Pestana Group


Vilamoura World, S.A. (Arrow Group)


Norfin Serviços S.A. (Arrow Group)


Tropikrypton, S.A.


Rolear, Automatizações, Estudos e Representações, S.A.


Authentic Bicas, Lda.


Work highlights


  • Advised Nar Corp on the development of a hotel in Praia das Maçãs.
  • Advised Testo on relocating its main factory from China to Portugal.
  • Advised Planeurimo on the conception and development of a residential and tourism resort project in Cartaxo.

Gómez-Acebo & Pombo

Gómez-Acebo & Pombo’s real estate and town planning department offers advice to both corporate and private entities on office, residential, tourism, and industrial real estate ventures. In addition to real estate developments, the group is well positioned to handle acquisitions, sales and leasing agreements. Sofia Rodrigues Nunes leads the town planning and real estate department, where senior associate Afonso Scarpa is another name to note for real estate transactions and planning matters.

Practice head(s):

Sofia Rodrigues Nunes


Other key lawyers:

Afonso Scarpa


Key clients

Eurazeo


Tecnimont, S.p.A.


Input SRL


KGAL


Dos Grados Capital


IVECO /CNH


HW VAN BRAAK


Work highlights


  • Assisted ECS Capital with the sale of a tourism development in the Algarve.
  • Assisted Deka Immobilien Investment with the management of several leased properties located in Lisbon.

Pares Advogados

At Pares Advogados, the team is regularly engaged by banks, financial institutions, funds and in large real estate transactions. The group is jointly led by three practitioners: Luís De Gouveia Fernandes brings expertise in acquisitions, restructuring, and real estate investment funds; Myriam Ouaki offers tailored services for French-speaking clients; and Rui Rompante is adept at handling real estate transactions and negotiating leases for service and logistics properties.

Practice head(s):

Luís de Gouveia Fernandes; Myriam Ouaki; Rui Rompante


Testimonials

‘This firm has enormous availability and a very collaborative attitude in a wide range of areas.’

‘The real estate team seems to be on the same page, and everyone knows our clients’ cases. What distinguishes it is the proximity and speed of response.’

‘I recommend Rui Rompante for his vast knowledge in real estate. He can provide a lot of comfort in everything complementary (tax, corporate, etc.).’

‘A good dynamic and multidisciplinary team that addresses the problem as a whole and raises questions from several legal areas simultaneously.’

‘Rui Rompante is very versatile, pertinent in approaching the problem and quick to respond.’

Key clients

Arish Capital Partners


New Start Sociedade Investimento Imobiliario Lda


Weston


Cloud2core


Blue Buffalo Capital


Rockbuilding


Habitat Invest


Ukio


Detailsmind


Stevica


Valjes Sarl


New Start Sociedade Investimento Imobiliario Lda


Margem Subtil


Fund Box


JC Decaux


AG Property


Damien Langlois-Meurinne


Profile SGFII


SSOHO


Naturidade Group


Work highlights


  • Advised Arish Capital Partners on the legal structuring and sale of a building in São Sebastião, Lisbon, involving over 135 individual investors and achieving a turnover of more than €45m.
  • Assisted Newstart with the negotiation of a FIDIC turnkey construction agreement and supply agreement worth €39m with a subsidiary of the Mitrelli Group.
  • Assisted Weston with the licensing procedure for the development of60 townhouse apartments.

PRA-Raposo, Sá Miranda & Associados, Sociedade de Advogados RL

With a strong following of investment firms, pension funds, and developers, PRA-Raposo, Sá Miranda & Associados, Sociedade de Advogados RL’s real estate division, steered by Clélia Brás, provides ‘excellent quality’ services in the context of real estate transactions, property development, licensing matters, and related litigation. Key support is offered by a strong team of associates, including Bruno Sousa Gavaia and Raquel da Paz Lourenço, who enhance the team’s capabilities.

Practice head(s):

Clélia Brás


Other key lawyers:

Bruno Sousa Gavaia; Raquel da Paz Lourenço


Testimonials

‘They provide an excellent quality service, with a lot of professionalism, seriousness, dedication, and technical and legal knowledge in various subjects.’

‘The team listens to the client with attention and is concerned in achieving the objective that best suits the client.’

‘Raquel da Paz Lourenço has high technical/practical and legal knowledge in the area of ​​real estate.’

‘Great professionalism, great response capacity and readiness to intervene.’

Key clients

Everything is New


Marec S.A / Espaço Casa


Plateia Colossal, Lda.


Sígnia – Gestão Imobiliária, S.A.


Encosta da Parede – Projectos Imobiliários e Turísticos, S.A.


V. S. D. Imobiliária, Lda.


Juntateoria, Lda.


Carreira & Caldeira, Lda.


Terraquinta – Gestão e Administração de Património Imobiliário, S.A.


Mansarda


Rainhas Royal S.A.


Sociedade de Agricultura de Grupo da Quinta Nova de São Lourenço, Lda


V.R.Cardoso


Work highlights


  • Assisted Mansarda IPSS, a Portuguese Private Institution of Social Solidarity, with the construction of a residence for the artistic community in Belém, Lisbon.
  • Advised Marec Espaço Casa, a homeware chain with multiple commercial spaces in Portugal’s main shopping centers, on the negotiation of all lease agreements for its retail portfolio.

Raposo Bernardo

At Raposo Bernardo, Manuel Esteves De Albuquerque spearheads the real estate and public law practices, offering expertise to real estate brokers, investment funds, construction companies, and agents. With over three decades of experience in the market, the practice head is proficient in mandates involving the full-array of real estate assets, including offices, hotels, residential and commercial properties.

Practice head(s):

Manuel Esteves De Albuquerque


Testimonials

‘Raposo Bernardo has excellent capabilities that make it a very advantageous law firm option. The promptness and speed of response, in a direct, clear manner that covers everything important, is one of its most important features.’

‘Manuel Esteves Albuquerque stands out. He is extremely knowledgeable about all the intricacies of real estate and construction law.’ 

‘There are many reasons that make me choose Raposo Bernardo & Associados for all of our company’s real estate matters, but the most important of all is the confidence that the firm and all its lawyers inspire in me.’

‘Raposo Bernardo is unbeatable in the speed, clarity, depth and rigour of its responses and its tailor-made work for each client.’

‘When a matter is more complex, you can see that they are very comfortable, have a lot of practice and experience, and resolve issues in the best way.’ 

‘Raposo Bernardo’s real estate and construction team has impressive skills. They work very well as a team, which has allowed them to build a successful relationship with the client.’ 

‘They think of everything we will need before we need it.’

TELLES

TELLES guides major Portuguese and international industry clients in both domestic and international real estate transactions, with Pedro Almeida e Sousa and Miguel Nogueira Leite leading the group from Porto and Lisbon respectively. The team advises on the development of retail and tourism-related projects, along with due diligence, contract negotiations, and real estate financing. Almeida e Sousa focuses on the purchase, sale and lease of real property, while Nogueira Leite specialises in investment processes.

Practice head(s):

Pedro Almeida e Sousa; Miguel Nogueira Leite


Other key lawyers:

Luis Ferraz Marques


Testimonials

‘TELLES is a strategic partner due to its experience and skills in the area of ​​urban planning, where it has a very complete and experienced team.’

‘Compliance with established deadlines is one of the very positive points, as is the ability to evaluate strategies and solutions for the different challenges posed by the sector with direct involvement from partners.’

‘The quality of services is quite high, and they have a multipurpose and multidisciplinary team with total availability.’

‘Luis Ferraz Marques’s team was excellent, always available, responsive and understanding the topics.’

Key clients

Mota Engil


Ageas


Thomas & Piron


Eiffage Energia


Vogue Homes


Geriavi / Domus VI


Garcia, Garcia, S.A.


Sonae


Fuste


Neoen


SIS Group


Lionesa Business Hub


RAR Imobiliária