JLA ADVOGADOS works in close partnership with the Portuguese law firm Abreu Advogados' Mozambique desk to advise on a broad range of high-profile projects in the energy, oil and gas and mining sectors. The group is equally strong in handling debt collection matters and litigation for domestic banking clients. Practice head Zara Jamal is highly regarded for her expertise in project finance and energy financing, as well as real estate and banking matters. Absalão Mapanze brings extensive experience in litigation and arbitration.
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Work highlights
- Advised TotalEnergies on the financing and development of the Area 1 LNG project in Mozambique.
- Advised HCB Mozambique on a financing transaction for Hidroelétrica de Cahora Bassa S.A, aimed at the "Vital Capex" programme for rehabilitating and modernising the dam’s electricity production system.
- Advised Portucel Mozambique on a large-scale integrated forestry project to produce wood for paper pulp and energy in Mozambique.
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Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Practice head
Zara Jamal
Other key lawyers
Absalão Mapanze