Manuel Protásio > VdA > Lisbon, Portugal > Lawyer Profile

Boasting lawyers ‘specialised in different and complex topics’ across the energy and natural resources sectors, VdA provides particular expertise concerning renewable and conventional energy projects. Ana Luís de Sousa focuses her practice on M&A and financing matters, possessing demonstrable expertise in assisting power investors and operators across the wind, solar, and hydrogen segments. Vanda Cascão is highly sought-after among Portuguese and international clients for her expertise in the development, implementation, and financing of energy transition projects. Providing further depth in the team, executive partner Manuel Protásio specialises in project finance and transactional mandates in the energy and water infrastructure spaces, while oil and gas practice head João Afonso Fialho brings longstanding experience concerning African energy assets.

A popular choice for lenders, sponsors and operators, VdA is a point of reference for the development and financing of significant infrastructure projects in Portugal and African Portuguese-speaking countries. Manuel Protásio, a project finance specialist, leads a team of ‘high-quality professionals who combine excellent technical skills with a broad business vision’. Vanda Cascão works predominantly on the development side, with a particular focus on energy, water and infrastructure projects both in Portugal and abroad. Teresa Empis Falcão leverages her government experience to advise on PPPs and privatisation procedures. Paulo de Barros Baptista stands out for his longstanding experience in project development and knowledge of the transport sector, while Ana Luís de Sousa focuses on the implementation of energy projects.

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.