MDR Advogados - the Mozambican member of the Morais Leitão Legal Circle - advises on project development and finance, asset finance, sovereign debt, and capital markets matters. The team is jointly led by Tiago Arouca Mendes, who guides clients through restructuring processes, mergers, demergers and acquisitions, and Paula Duarte Rocha, who has extensive experience in banking and project finance, as well as energy and infrastructure transactions. Henrique Calvão Martins is also a key contact.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Paula Duarte Rocha is very competent. She handled the assignment very efficiently and showed a great ability to navigate the legal and institutional environment in Mozambique.’
- ‘The team stands out for its knowledge, integrity, availability and network.’
- ‘Very responsive team. Delivered sound legal advice.’
- ‘Commitment and reliability.'
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Tiago Arouca Mendes; Paula Duarte Rocha
Other key lawyers
Henrique Calvão Martins