Cuatrecasas ‘stands out for its expertise’ across the full spectrum of complex restructuring and insolvency matters, guiding national and international creditors and debtors at every stage of proceedings. The ’outstanding’ team handles bank resolution measures, debt restructurings, insolvency proceedings, special revitalisations, and real estate distress and restructuring with ‘professionalism, proactivity, and accountability’. Co-leading the group are Manuel Requicha Ferreira, who is experienced in debt restructurings and banking resolution litigation, and Maria Raquel Moreira, who focuses on insolvency proceedings, debt restructurings, and debt-recovery matters. Diana Simão Lourenço applies her ’strategic vision’ to asset recovery, restructurings and distressed businesses.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Extraordinary competence and clarity in the information provided and in supporting decisions. High availability. Ability to integrate complementary skills in the analysis of restructuring or insolvency processes.’
- ‘Cuatrecasas stands out for its exceptional ability to anticipate client needs, act with precision under tight deadlines, and deliver results through seamless teamwork across multiple jurisdictions. The team combines strategic foresight with remarkable responsiveness, often operating as an extension of the client’s own team while taking clear leadership when required.'
- 'Their people and working style are outstanding — collaborative, disciplined, and solution-oriented — ensuring every matter is handled with both technical excellence and genuine commitment. Compared to other firms, they demonstrate a rare balance of professionalism, proactivity, and accountability, supported by modern coordination tools, transparent communication, and a culture of reliability and trust.’
- ‘What makes Cuatrecasas a unique law firm is its personalised approach and the consistent quality of its services. The team demonstrates extensive experience and technical expertise in the client's business area, offering effective solutions that meet our specific needs.'
- 'Communication is clear and always transparent, which facilitates the process and ensures our trust. The diversity and collaboration between the different areas of the firm are also strengths that allow for a broader perspective and more comprehensive legal solutions.’
- ‘Both Diana Simão Lourenço and Maria Raquel Moreira truly stand out for their professionalism, precision, and commitment. Maria consistently impressed us with her responsiveness and ability to act swiftly and effectively in highly time-sensitive matters, ensuring that even urgent filings were completed flawlessly.'
Key clients
- Tupperware
- Magna Management AG
- Hefesto
- Mutares
- Temahome
- Bank of Portugal
- Novo Banco
- Monarch Capital Partners
- SCC – Sociedade Central de Cervejas e Bebidas
- Explorer Investments
- Deutsche Bank, London Branch
- Davidson Kempner
Work highlights
Advising Bank of Portugal, as resolution authority, on certain lawsuits brought against it regarding the resolution of BES - Banco Espírito Santo, namely Oak Finance and Banco Boavista.
Advising Tupperware on Portuguese law matters in the context of the filing for protection under Chapter 11 of the US Bankruptcy Code of Tupperware Brands Corporation and Dart Industries, and subsequent insolvency proceedings of the Portuguese subsidiaries.
Advising Banco Comercial Português/Hefesto on the insolvency and analogous proceedings of several entities of the Inapa Group.
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
Manuel Requicha Ferreira; Maria Raquel Moreira
Other key lawyers
Diana Simão Lourenço; Diana Avillez Caldeira; Margarida Leal de Oliveira