PLMJ is well-regarded for its strong track record in advising domestic and international investment banks on project financings within the Mozambican market. The group has established expertise in handling renewable energy matters, and is increasingly active in assisting with the development and restructuring of high-profile power projects. M&A, dispute resolution and financial regulatory issues are other key areas of instruction. Practice head Gonçalo dos Reis Martins is highly regarded for his expertise in banking and finance and capital markets. Nuno Morgado Pereira's broad workload includes assisting with corporate finance matters in the energy, real estate and infrastructure sectors. Marta Pedro left the firm in December 2023.

The Mozambique practice at VdA is recognised for its strength in handling oil and gas, energy, banking and finance, and infrastructure matters. Operating in conjunction with local partner firm GDA Advogados, the team is sought after by international companies to assist with project development work, and is adept at advising on corporate, tax, licensing and regulatory issues. Arbitration and litigation are other core strengths for the group. José Miguel Oliveira fields expertise in the energy and transport sectors, and co-heads the practice with Teresa Empis Falcão, who focuses on infrastructure and mobility matters, as well as handling international project finance and capital markets transactions. Manuel Protásio is a name to note.

Abreu Advogados offers expertise in the renewable energy, mining and infrastructure sectors, and is well known for advising on project development matters. The team is equally strong in assisting domestic commercial banks with litigation and debt collection cases. The firm works in partnership with Maputo-based firm JLA ADVOGADOS and its managing partner Zara Jamal, who co-heads the practice with Ana Sofia Batista and José Maria Corrêa De Sampaio in Lisbon. Jamal has extensive expertise in handling project finance matters, often in the banking and finance, real estate and energy sectors, and Corrêa de Sampaio handles corporate and M&A work. Batista is experienced in private equity transactions and M&A deals.

Linklaters is active in the energy, infrastructure and power sectors, often advising on projects, and is also well-versed in representing global investor clients in prominent M&A and financing matters. The team is led by Lisbon-based Francisco Ferraz de Carvalho, who heads the energy and infrastructure department and acts as counsel to sponsors, commercial banks and financial institutions. Diogo Plantier Santos handles corporate and M&A transactions, with a particular focus on the mining sector. Rui Camacho Palma has extensive experience in assisting with inbound and outbound investment projects and tax matters.

Morais Leitão, Galvão Teles, Soares da Silva & Associados has a solid track record in acting for international clients on matters throughout Mozambique and Lusophone Africa, with particular expertise in project finance and development work. João Tiago Silveira focuses on administrative, environmental and energy law, and André de Sousa Vieira handles project development mandates for clients in the energy and infrastructure sectors. Claudia Santos Cruz has expertise in assisting with cross-border investments. João Honorato heads the oil and gas group, and has been kept busy assisting with energy transactions. Elmano Sousa Costa counts structured and project finance as key strengths.

Raposo Bernardo is proficient in corporate law, and the team is active in mandates concerning infrastructure projects, commercial banking and aviation law. Real estate is another key sector strength for the group. Joana Andrade Correia heads up the Mozambican office, and brings expertise in handling corporate restructurings and M&A deals for clients in a wide range of sectors. Manuel Albuquerque is experienced in advising on energy and infrastructure projects and large-scale banking and finance matters.

White & Case LLP is often instructed by energy companies, global commercial banks and government entities on corporate transactions, project finance, joint ventures and dispute resolution matters, to name a few areas of expertise. London-based Deji Adegoke heads the firm's Africa practice, and specialises in handling project finance matters pertaining to the energy and infrastructure sectors. Mukund Dhar's workload includes project development issues, M&A, financing matters and commercial contracts. Rebecca Campbell brings expertise in mining law, often handling high-profile acquisitions and investments in the area.

CMS excels in sectors such as pharmaceutical, hospitality, technology and energy. The firm is well-versed in advising clients on a broad array of corporate and tax matters. Alberto Galhardo Simões focuses on infrastructure, project finance and M&A; he co-heads the practice with Nuno Alves Mansilha, who advise on FDI and restructuring mandates, and Tiago Machado Graça, who represents domestic and international entities in tax and investment work.