With deep knowledge of natural gas, electricity and renewable energy issues, CMS is a popular choice for domestic and international clients seeking advice on project implementation, cross-border transactions, regulatory matters and administrative litigation. Mónica Carneiro Pacheco is recognised for her extensive expertise in energy and natural resources regulatory issues and renewable projects. Manuel Cassiano Neves is frequently involved in matters relating to renewable energy, with experience spanning green hydrogen projects, wind and solar developments, power generation facilities, and self-consumption arrangements. Bernardo Cunha Ferreira has significant experience in M&A transactions involving energy projects, particularly solar PV and biomass plants, while Duarte Lacerda routinely assists with transactions, public procurement and contentious issues across the energy and infrastructure sectors.
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Testimonials
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- ‘In the energy and natural resources sector, there aren't many firms with in-depth knowledge of the legal and regulatory context. In this regard, we greatly appreciate working with CMS due to their expertise and efficiency.’
- ‘Mónica Carneiro Pacheco, Bernardo Cunha Ferreira, Manoel Cassiano Neves, Catarina Pita Soares and Rodrigo Guimarães: In general, we are satisfied with all these team members, with whom we work regularly.’
- ‘The energy team is very attentive, concerned with the client's timelines and ensuring quality analyses that cover all scenarios and possibilities. Always attentive to new legislation and market developments, they inform us and keep us updated on what may impact our business.’
- ‘Duarte Lacerda is a very humane professional who shows great care for his clients. Combining this with technical excellence, he is clearly a safe choice for the legal matters we face.’
- ‘One of the most experienced law firms in energy law.’
- ‘Bernardo Cunha Ferreira - in-depth knowledge of the sector and legislation; available. Duarte Lacerda - excellent technical knowledge; available.’
Key clients
- Mota-Engil Bioenergy Unipessoal, Lda.
- Tecneira - Tecnologias Energéticas S.A
- Start Campus
- WiNRG Iberia
- WeLink Energy (UK) Limited
- Greenvolt
- R.Power
- Lightsource BP
- Aquila Capital
- Repsol
- REN Group
Work highlights
Advising Lightsource BP on legal and regulatory matters regarding its activity in Portugal.
Advising Greenvolt on its entrance into the self-consumption market and its development.
Advising Repsol Polímeros, Lda. on the implementation of an individual self-consumption scheme in Sines - ZILS (Sines Industrial and Logistics Zone).
Lawyers
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Practice head
Mónica Carneiro Pacheco; Manuel Cassiano Neves; Bernardo Cunha Ferreira
Other key lawyers
Duarte Lacerda; Catarina Pita Soares; Rodrigo Pinto Guimarães