Gómez-Acebo & Pombo is trusted by investors, banks, distressed companies and private equity funds on high-profile insolvency and restructuring cases. Filipa Cotta, recognised for her ‘vast knowledge’ of the field and ’pragmatic advice’, co-leads the practice alongside Mafalda Barreto, who is experienced in special revitalisation proceedings and judicial liquidations.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘The firm has a very good reputation, not only in Portugal but also on an international level. Through its large number of lawyers, it has a very vast area of expertise. This makes it a one-stop shop for legal services, as clients have access to various types of legal services within a single firm.’
  • ‘Filipa Cotta is very responsive and has a vast knowledge of many different areas (including civil and criminal law, but also insolvency and corporate law). She provides pragmatic advice and understands our needs.’

Key clients

  • IVECO
  • CNH Industrial
  • Maló Clinics SA
  • ESPIRITO SANTO INTERNATIONAL (ESI)
  • RIO FORTE INVESTMENTS (RFI)
  • Sindicato dos Jogadores Profissionais de Futebol (Union of Professional Football Players)
  • Banif Finance Limited
  • QDF, S.A.

Lawyers

Leading partners

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Practice head

Filipa Cotta; Mafalda Barreto

Other key lawyers

Rita Espírito Santo