Major Iberian companies rely on Cuatrecasas for its ‘exemplary service’ and ’consistent quality’ in high-value, cross-border M&A in sectors such as energy, infrastructure, TMT, retail and agribusiness. Practice leadership is shared between Mariana Norton dos Reis, who practices across Portugal and Spain, focusing on cross-border M&A, joint ventures and private equity transactions, and Rafael Lucas Pires, noted for his vast experience in corporate governance, restructurings and privatisations in the telecoms, healthcare and energy sectors. Francisco Santos Costa leads the energy M&A practice, advising leading companies in the sector and private equity and infrastructure funds.
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Testimonials
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- ‘The confidence they inspire through their technical approach, their innovative pursuit of solutions in the client's best interest, and their complete availability throughout the M&A process.’
- ‘The team provides exemplary service, paying close attention to detail and the specific needs of the client, always in a very efficient manner.’
- ‘The firm stands out for the consistent quality of its services, based on high technical standards and a strong culture of close client relationships. The team combines solid experience with the ability to adapt to complex legal contexts, offering legal advice that combines rigour, clarity, and practical applicability.'
- 'Among its main distinguishing factors are: specialisation and complementarity; customer service culture; innovation capacity; performance under pressure (the firm demonstrates a remarkable ability to respond to urgent and high-pressure situations, ensuring speed in analysis and effectiveness in execution, without compromising technical quality).’
- ‘Exceptionally diligent, hard working, nothing is too difficult to address.’
- ‘Luís Miguel Cortes Martins and Alexandra Martins are absolutely brilliant. From a technical point of view, they are demanding and meticulous, but they also combine creativity and knowledge that are quite relevant, which provides us with the best solutions. A special mention goes to Alexandra, who is a top-notch lawyer. I can't imagine M&A without her.’
Key clients
- CTT
- Gruppo Mastrotto
- Cegid
- EVS Broadcast Equipment
- Viessmann
- Partners Group
- Sovena
- Urbaser
- CUF
- Heineken
- DHL
- Exus Renewables
Work highlights
Advised CTT on the joint venture with the DHL Group in the e-commerce parcel markets in Portugal and Spain.
Advised Gruppo Mastrotto on the acquisition of a majority stake in Coindu – Componentes para a Indústria Automóvel, by contributing to a capital increase aimed at supporting the company’s relaunch and growth.
Advised CUF on the acquisition of a 75% stake in HPA - Hospital Particular do Algarve and the acquisition of 13 health centres in the miMed network of clinics.
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Practice head
Mariana Norton dos Reis; Rafael Lucas Pires
Other key lawyers
Francisco Santos Costa; João Mattamouros Resende; João von Funcke; Alexandra M. Martins; Luís Miguel Cortes Martins; Sofia S. Alves