Abreu Advogados frequently advises clients in the renewable energy and oil and gas sectors on public procurement, licensing, project development, and financing matters. The team is led by José Eduardo Martins, noted for his expertise in environmental law, climate change, and ESG issues; Manuel de Andrade Neves, who focuses on energy law, advising on procurement and large-scale projects; and Tiago Corrêa do Amaral, who is skilled in hydropower, wind, and hybridisation projects. Bruno Azevedo Rodrigues and Rui Ferreira de Almeida contribute significant experience in energy finance and infrastructure.

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Testimonials

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‘Abreu Advogados is a law firm with a solid presence in the national legal market, boasting a large and technically competent team capable of operating in diverse areas of law. It stands out for its ability to mobilise multidisciplinary teams in response to complex issues, as well as for its investment in emerging and innovative areas.'
‘Within the scope of our collaboration with Abreu Advogados, we highlight the involvement of three professionals with distinct profiles, whose technical competence and experience deserve mention: Bruno Azevedo Rodrigues and Rui Ferreira de Almeida.'
‘Abreu Advogados is exceptionally professional among Portuguese law firms. They are precise in their technical analyses and risk assessments.’
‘José Eduardo Martins is a great expert in the field with significant political influence.'
‘We rely on this team because they combine deep regulatory knowledge with strong transactional skills, giving us confidence in the most complex energy projects. They provide end-to-end support – from policy strategy to project finance and cross-border execution – which is rare in this market.'
'Their track record in high-value renewable and mining transactions proves they understand both the market and the regulators. Simply put, they are our trusted partner for navigating the energy transition with clarity, precision and impact.’

Key clients

APREN
Akuo
Atberg
Auditerg
Allego
Chint Solar Portugal Projects B.V.
Climaespaço
Copenhagen Offshore Partners
Disa
Dos Grados
EDP Renewables
Efacec

Work highlights

Advised Iberdrola on the development of the Minhéu Pumped-Storage Hydropower Project, a key component of the Tâmega Electricity Generation System in northern Portugal, including energy and environmental permitting, public law, land regularisation, and regulatory compliance matters.

Advised Iberdrola Generación on the €1.5bn Tâmega Hydroelectric Complex, providing end-to-end legal support over 18 years, including matters relating to expropriations, hybridisation, and the strategic expansion of the complex through the new Minhéu Power Plant.

Advised Copenhagen Offshore Partners on the implementation of a landmark floating wind project in Portugal, including regulatory structuring, environmental strategy, and project execution matters.