Praised for its competence and industry know-how, the team at Cuatrecasas, led by Lourenço Vilhena De Freitas and Vasco Moura Ramos, is a reference in the public law market, mainly assisting private and public sector clients with regulatory disputes, banking resolutions and administrative concessions. The ‘competent and always available’ Ramos exhibits particular skill in public procurement litigation and public contracting, while Freitas is particularly strong in procurement, arbitration proceedings and service concessions. Marisa Mirador advises clients in the real estate, energy and telecoms sectors on concessions, public procurement and administrative proceedings.
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Testimonials
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'This law firm is far above others in the market, it has experts in all areas, who are very professional and knowledgeable about the matters.'
‘Marisa Mirador is exceptional. She has a very high level of knowledge in the area and an unparalleled capacity for work.'
'Vasco Moura Ramos is competent and always available. He takes responsibility for his team in the good times and the bad.'
'The team is cohesive and implements the security protocols that we need to make decisions.'
'João Sena is very accessible, rigorous and competent. Conveys legal certainty, in-depth knowledge of the subject and excellent communication and availability. Great customer service.'
Key clients
- Município de Vila Real de Santo António
- Junta de Freguesia de São Domingos de Rana
- Banco de Portugal (Bank of Portugal)
- Auto-Estradas do Atlântico
- CP (Comboios de Portugal)
- Infraestruturas de Portugal/IP Telecom
- CTT (Correios de Portugal)
- Empresa Das Águas De Santarém
- APDL (Administração dos Portos do Douro, Leixões e Viana do Castelo)
- Group Transdev
Work highlights
- Advised the Portuguese State on the first foreign investment arbitration dispute brought against it, an ongoing investment arbitral proceeding initiated by Mauritian entities against the Portuguese Republic.
- Advised CP on the public procurement procedure to acquire 117 traction units, for urban and regional service.
- Advised Infraestruturas de Portugal and IP-Telecomunicações on the judicial proceedings involving one of the biggest telecoms operators in the Portuguese market.
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.
Practice head
Lourenço Vilhena de Freitas; Vasco Moura Ramos
Other key lawyers
Marisa Mirador; João Sequeira Sena; Inês de Abreu Régio