DLA Piper Africa, Angola (ADCA) advises on major investment projects, project finance matters and strategic partnerships. The team is led by Luís Filipe Carvalho, whose work centres on corporate and commercial law, real estate, and project finance. André Duarte Figueira is recognised for his involvement in international projects within the energy and infrastructure sectors. Michael Ceita has a focus on foreign exchange, employment law, and M&A related matters.
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Testimonials
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- ‘The individuals we work with consistently demonstrate a rare combination of technical excellence, commercial awareness, and a genuine commitment to client service.
- ‘The team stands out for its deep sector knowledge, responsiveness, and ability to provide practical, business-oriented advice. One of the key strengths of the practice is its multidisciplinary approach, which allows the lawyers to handle complex, cross-border matters with efficiency and precision.
Key clients
- Meridia Energy Investment
- Africa Global Logistics (AGL)
- Damac Properties (Phoenix Cosmos SU, Lda)
- Minbos Resources Limited
- Access Bank
- The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
- FlotTek
- Azule Energy
Work highlights
Advising Meridia Energy Investment Ltd with the negotiation of the Concession Agreement from inception to signature with Angola’s RNT, DRC’s SNEL’s and the Power Supply and Purchase Agreement.
Advised the Government of Angola on the VUKA3 Hydropower Project, including reviewing feasibility studies, the financing model, and key project agreements such as the concession and Power Purchase Agreement.
Advising AGL on the negotiations and signing of the concession agreement for the operation of the Multipurpose Container and General Cargo Terminal, with the Evaluation Commission and the Port of Lobito Administration.
Practice head
Luís Filipe Carvalho
Other key lawyers
André Duarte Figueira; Michael Ceita