Uría Menéndez is well known for its multidisciplinary approach to project finance, combining public law and banking expertise to advise on renewable energy, transport, and road concession projects. Led by Bernardo Diniz de Ayala, a go-to adviser for grantors, sponsors, and lenders, the team is recognised for its expertise in the structuring and financing of greenfield projects, M&A and financing deals, and regulatory mandates. João Louro e Costa brings extensive experience in the transport and energy sectors, advising on cross-border transactions. Gonçalo Andrade e Sousa focuses on project development and M&A involving regulated assets.
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Testimonials
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- ‘They are a benchmark in the sector. They possess a high level of technical knowledge combined with extensive experience. They are very helpful and always seek solutions.’
- ‘Proactive and rigorous.’
- ‘Total availability and high professionalism are behavioural characteristics of the entire team.'
- ‘Uría helped us on numerous topics in our project in Portugal. From registering a local entity, to understanding various legislation, to preparing submissions and meetings with authorities, agencies and other government entities. Regardless of who we worked with, we always received expert and very quick help. They really went over and beyond.'
- ‘I really thought everyone we worked with was really skilled, service-minded and efficient.'
- 'João Louro e Costa was super helpful in navigating the new legal frameworks for grid applications in the area we were looking to establish. He had a deep understanding of all areas, was able to explain clearly and simply and produced high-quality materials.’
Key clients
- Banco Santander
- Boliden Mineral AB
- Hyperion Renewables
- KGAL Portuguese
- Iberdrola Renewables Portugal, SA
- Força Açoreana, Lda.
- Stegra AB
- Axpo Iberia, S.L.
- Waterise Solutions
Work highlights
Advising Iberdrola on all aspects of its several renewable energy projects in Portugal.
Advising Banco Santander as a financing party of the distressed Algarve Litoral motorway sub-concession.
Advising a consortium of infrastructure and construction companies known for their global expertise in transport projects.
Lawyers
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Practice head
Bernardo Diniz de Ayala
Other key lawyers
João Louro e Costa; Gonçalo Andrade e Sousa