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Partner
Career
Tiago Mendonça de Castro co-heads the Real Estate practice and his experience of over 25 years is focused in the structuring of real estate investments in Portugal, real estate transactions, development of retail schemes and large scale real estate projects and investments, particularly for commercial, housing and industrial purposes, mostly for multinational companies, banks, institutional investors and family offices.
He has handled some of the most important real estate projects carried out in Portugal, particularly in the commercial sector. Tiago specialises in implementing corporate real estate operations, and in retail and commercial licensing.
Over the years, he has been invited to give presentations on specific real estate investment law issues in Portugal. Tiago takes part in debates and gives interviews, and he is regular speaker at Portuguese and international events organised by professionals in the real estate industry. He also contributes regularly with opinion articles on real estate investment law in Portugal.
Tiago Mendonça de Castro is recognized for work in real estate law by Best Lawyers, Chambers Europe and Legal 500. Abreu Advogados regularly advises some of the leading developers and investors regarding real estate investment law in Portugal.Tiago Mendonça de Castro co-heads the Real Estate practice and his experience of over 25 years is focused in the structuring of real estate investments in Portugal, real estate transactions, development of retail schemes and large scale real estate projects and investments, particularly for commercial, housing and industrial purposes, mostly for multinational companies, banks, institutional investors and family offices.
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Education
Law degree from the University of Lisbon Faculty of Law (1995);
Program of Instruction for Lawyers (PIN) from Harvard Law School (2012).
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Testimonials
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- ‘Close client relationships and ongoing support whenever needed. This firm has highly qualified staff. Patrícia Viana is part of a team that consistently delivers strong real estate advice.’ ‘A team with many professionals and resources, adaptable to all types of needs and issues. Competent and available professionals, even for difficult matters and working against the clock.’ ‘Tiago Mendonça de Castro is a very well-rounded lawyer with real estate and corporate expertise, bringing several solutions to the table. Sara Ferraz Mendonça has in-depth knowledge of real estate law and proposes efficient and flexible solutions that facilitate agreements.’ ‘Abreu Advogados is a comprehensive firm with wide national and international reach. We trust them completely, and they are essential partners in our work.’ ‘Tiago Mendonça Castro is always available, quick and adaptable in his responses, efficient in his processes, pragmatic in his approach, and communicates simply with a deep understanding of the client.’ ‘Knowledge of the real estate market and client requirements. Excellent communication skills and willingness to solve problems. Sara Ferraz Mendonça is available, solutions-oriented, and handles contract procedures with confidence.’ ‘Extreme professionalism, quick responses and solutions. Patrícia Abreu provides perfect supervision.' ‘Ease of contact and concise responses are key differentiators in this sector.'
Key clients
- Ageas CBRE GI Coloplast DO – Designer Outlet do Algarve, S.A. FedEx Henley & Partners Iberdrola IKEA Group Imofundos INGKA Centres Portugal MIMCO LUX Nader Mohgrabi Nhood Noble Faces S.A. Odalys Osborne+Co Promiris Ribaltcelebration, Lda Time Out Market Porto