Recognised for its ‘technical quality’, Abreu Advogados advises on debt and equity securities, asset management, OTC derivatives and related regulatory and contentious matters. The ’competent’ and ‘diligent’ team is jointly led by Diogo Pereira Duarte, a fintech and investment banking expert; Pedro Ferreira Malaquias, whose practice spans retail and investment banking activities including securitisations, covered bonds, NPLs and structured finance; and Rodrigo Formigal, focused on debt restructuring, distressed assets and high-yield bonds. Miguel Rodrigues Leal joined from Uría Menéndez in May 2025, bringing experience in NPL acquisitions, bond issues and private debt.

Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

‘Technical quality, timeliness of action, care in analysis.’
‘Fast and concise answers.’
‘Abreu has provided ongoing legal advice in the context of loan renegotiations, including, among other things, waiver negotiations, debt rotation, and hedging instruments. The team demonstrates a solid technical understanding of contract mechanics and exemplary attention to detail, ensuring legal support that has proven crucial to the success of negotiations and the efficient closing of transactions.'
'It is also worth highlighting the team's constant availability, even in the face of demanding deadlines and complex negotiation conditions, which are common characteristics of this type of operation. Their performance is characterised by competence, diligence, and a clear focus on solutions that safeguard the interests of our organisation, making Abreu a trusted legal partner and our preferred choice.’
‘I would especially like to highlight the work of António Pina, a partner with profound technical knowledge and a solid track record in the capital markets area, which has proven crucial in the legal advice he has provided us throughout the most demanding negotiations. In addition to his technical competence, António demonstrates a highly collaborative approach, effectively anticipating our needs and revealing a deep understanding of our organisation and its governance structure.'

Key clients

Afifi Group
Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras S.A.
Banco de Investimento Global
Banco de Negócios Internacional (Europa) S.A.
Banco Português de Fomento
BiG Mozambique Bank
Celuloso Beira Insdustrial (CELBI) S.A.
Efacec Group
Fortitude Capital
Generali and Banca March
IDS Value, Lda.
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Work highlights

Advising CELBI in its role as common representative of noteholders on the issuance of three series of debt notes listed on Euronext Access.

Assisting Banco de Investimento Global in the negotiation of a Depository Agreement under the Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2016/438, a regulatory instrument governing the duties and oversight responsibilities of depositaries of UCITS funds.

Advised Generali Group, an Italian insurance company, and Banca March, a Spanish investment bank, on a loan via subscription of bonds cleared with the Portuguese clearing system, Interbolsa.