Active across sophisticated real estate and construction matters, Pérez-Llorca advises investors, developers and financial institutions on acquisitions, developments, financing and portfolio transactions spanning logistics, residential, office and hospitality assets. The practice is led by Evo Fernandes, who has extensive experience in asset and portfolio deals, real estate M&A and urban development. Teresa Madeira Afonso, who joined from PLMJ in July 2025, is a key contact for institutional investors, PE funds, hospitality operators and developers. Afonso Ramos Ascensão focuses on transactional, leasing and licensing work, while Francisco Mendes Amaral advises on corporate real estate matters.
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Accolades

Client satisfaction: Lawyer & team quality

Testimonials

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  • ‘Teresa Madeira Afonso is one of the best partners we have ever worked with. In addition to her vast multidisciplinary knowledge, she has a very practical approach to problem-solving, standing out for her negotiation skills, her innovative commercial approach in dealing with clients and counterparties, and her ability to organise and manage complex transactions, with a total focus on meeting deadlines. Her associates demonstrate similar skills, and there is a great connection within the team.’
  • ‘I would particularly recommend the work of Evo Fernandes, one of the best lawyers I have met in Portugal, who undoubtedly conveys total confidence to the client.’
  • ‘The team's main strengths are their exhaustive knowledge of the subject, detailed analysis of questions, and prompt responses.’
  • ‘A top team with many years of experience in the field, with whom we have recently completed several deals.’

Key clients

  • DWS Group
  • Luz Saúde
  • Panattoni
  • Oaktree Capital Management
  • M&G Real Estate
  • DS Smith
  • Luna Hotels & Resorts Group
  • Oitante
  • Start Campus
  • Monday Workspaces

Lawyers

Next Generation Partners

Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Practice head

Evo Fernandes; Teresa Madeira Afonso

Other key lawyers

Afonso Ramos Ascensão; Francisco Mendes Amaral