‘The firm’s differentiating factors are: deep involvement of the partners, excellence in legal knowledge and market practices of the entire team (from partners to associates), negotiating skills and good judgment, and availability.’

‘CS’Associados demonstrated exemplary conduct throughout this acquisition. They distinguished themselves through constant availability, technical rigour, and a genuine focus on client service.’

‘The team demonstrated a remarkable ability to anticipate needs, propose practical solutions, and maintain fluid and transparent communication, which decisively contributed to the efficiency and legal security of the entire process.’

‘The confidence they inspire through their technical approach, their innovative pursuit of solutions in the client’s best interest, and their complete availability throughout the M&A process.’

‘The team provides exemplary service, paying close attention to detail and the specific needs of the client, always in a very efficient manner.’

‘The firm stands out for the consistent quality of its services, based on high technical standards and a strong culture of close client relationships. The team combines solid experience with the ability to adapt to complex legal contexts, offering legal advice that combines rigour, clarity, and practical applicability.’

‘Breadth and depth of expertise in all areas – the team is extensive, and there are specialists in all matters that may be relevant in an M&A transaction. Very strong track record – they are used to working on complex transactions and are familiar with international standards. Business-minded, pragmatic approach. Close relationship with regulatory authorities.’

‘The team combines strong technical expertise with a pragmatic, solution-oriented approach. They are responsive, collaborative and efficient, which makes them stand out in complex, time-sensitive transactions compared to other firms.’

‘The diversity of legal areas it covers is undoubtedly a strength of the firm, because it allows for the centralisation of a project, providing a holistic view (i.e., from M&A, tax, banking and regulatory, labour). Being a large firm, it also has many resources available, and deliveries are quite fast, compared to some smaller firms.’

‘Well-staffed and very professional team. Super responsive and covered all the bases we needed.’

‘The team works as a unit; it is not one person, but a team. Proactive solution proposals, asking questions to understand the issues better, summing up conversations fast and precisely.’

‘They are very well educated in international environments as well as in local culture. They are fast, precise, neutral and solution-oriented.’

‘It’s a team of top-quality lawyers, certainly top-tier in their market. Extremely well-prepared and with enormous technical capacity. Highly diligent and attentive to detail, but with a pragmatic vision.’

‘Excellent team, working tirelessly for our success, working extremely well with law firms from other countries, establishing strategies and leading complex processes.’

‘Pure dedication, attention to detail, and creativity to achieve the best possible result at all times is what defines Uría’s lawyers.’

‘The practice combines deep industry expertise with a highly pragmatic and commercial approach, which sets it apart from more traditional legal advisers. The team understands not only the legal aspects of a transaction but also its financial, strategic, and operational dimensions, allowing them to provide advice that is both technically robust and business-oriented.’

‘Clients particularly value the team’s responsiveness, accessibility, and proactive attitude. They are solution-driven, often anticipating issues before they arise and proposing clear, actionable strategies rather than purely theoretical advice.’

‘The team stands out for its close collaboration with clients, acting as true business partners rather than external advisors. Their cross-practice coordination ensures a seamless execution of complex transactions.’

‘A young, highly qualified, dynamic and determined team of lawyers, combining in-depth legal knowledge with a practical and tireless approach to defending the client’s objectives.’

‘Abreu provides a guarantee of professionalism, technical expertise in the subject matter, and current practices, resulting in projects with a complete guarantee of success. In projects of significant size, complexity, and perceived risk, Abreu can instil the necessary confidence to ensure that all stakeholders are aligned with the project’s success.’

‘Hugo Teixeira manages to convey a degree of security and confidence to everyone involved in our projects, including foreign shareholders, which translates into absolute comfort throughout the entire development process. In technical terms, Hugo demonstrates complete mastery of the topics included in the scope of our collaboration, guaranteeing high-quality project deliverables.’

‘Absolute dedication and a highly solution-oriented mindset.’

‘Technical knowledge combined with knowledge of the client’s activity, suitability of solutions, and legal framework presented to the requests submitted and the reality in which the client operates.’

‘A very good understanding of the client’s objectives, a capacity for quick response, and excellent skills in terms of interaction between the various parties involved in the process. The team’s strong technical expertise and multidisciplinary nature are points to be highlighted.’

‘Dynamism, resilience, availability, efficiency and knowledge.’

‘The team proves to be experienced, technically competent, and highly results-oriented, with a practical approach that values understanding each client’s strategic objectives and the specific drivers of each operation.’

‘One of the aspects that differentiates this team is its ability to structure legal solutions with a positive practical impact, anticipating risks, overcoming negotiation obstacles, and promoting balanced and effective solutions. The combination of legal rationality and commercial sensitivity contributes decisively to the success of the operations advised.’

‘Excellent service with great analysis and good commercial judgement.’

‘This practice stands out for its combination of deep legal expertise, commercial understanding, and responsiveness. The team delivers clear, pragmatic advice and works seamlessly across departments to provide well-rounded solutions.’

‘The individuals I work with stand out for their professionalism, responsiveness, and ability to combine legal precision with practical judgment. They consistently show deep commitment, clear communication, and a genuine interest in understanding the client’s objectives.’

‘Recognised competence and experience in the field, with a strong pragmatic approach and always providing relevant technical solutions.’

‘What always surprises me is the quality of the service provided, which involves the competence demonstrated and the speed with which they perform the service.’

‘Gustavo Ordonhas Oliveira leads a specialised PE and M&A team with expertise in commercial and corporate law, which has consistently provided excellent support in numerous transactions, demonstrating high legal knowledge and a remarkable ability to apply the law practically. This competence stems from the vast experience gained in multiple complex operations to which the team is frequently exposed.’

‘CCA is a firm with extensive knowledge of the venture capital/start-up sector. It understands the main financing structures, typical contractual clauses, and market standards, and works in an agile, flexible, and efficient manner.’

‘We have been working with CCA for several years. Year after year, new measures and processes are implemented that help us optimise our responses to day-to-day needs. The greatest asset is the rapid response capacity and the quality of the deliverables.’

‘They are a dynamic, modern team with high-quality service.’

‘A highly professional team that understands the language and purpose of the client’s business, which facilitates understanding between the parties negotiating the transaction.’

‘A law firm with extensive experience, highly knowledgeable in their field, and with significant specialisation in the area of M&A.’

‘Jorge Brito Pereira is highly experienced, with in-depth knowledge of corporate law matters.’

‘Luís Pedro Oliveira stands out as a team leader for the clarity with which he presents matters and the very high technical level of his arguments, combining strong competence with a practical approach that quickly builds viable solutions.’

‘Cristina Cabral Ribeiro shows an extremely structured approach combined with deep legal knowledge, analysing complex issues with rigour and clarity while remaining focused on practical business impact.’

‘Isabel Coelho dos Santos combines strong technical expertise with reliability and attention to detail, delivering fast and dependable responses and providing close, effective support on sensitive matters.’

‘The team is great. We have worked with many different firms in the region in the past, and Pérez-Llorca is a vast improvement on all fronts; they give great quality advice, are extremely responsive, have a strong understanding of our industry (renewable energy) and are just a joy to work with.’

‘The firm comprises experienced teams of business-focused lawyers, who adopt a solution-oriented approach to provide commercially-focused advice.’

‘The team comprises exceptional lawyers who are knowledgeable and offer best-in-class legal services. The team has worked with us collaboratively, and as an extension of our team, to enable us to achieve the best results for our clients.’

‘The team demonstrates a multidisciplinary approach and strives to provide personalised attention to clients.’

‘Sofia Carvalhosa – very professional in her approaches and in the solutions proposed to problems.’

‘People in the team are very friendly, possess a wide scope of technical knowledge, are well organised, and adopt a proactive approach to matters. The personal involvement of partners is much appreciated.’

‘What makes this practice stand out is its unique combination of technical excellence, strategic vision, and client focus. The team is highly specialised and trusted to handle complex, high-impact matters with precision, while also remaining agile and adaptable to each client’s needs.’

‘Clients particularly value the direct involvement of senior professionals, the clarity of the advice provided, and the ability to anticipate scenarios and design solutions that are not only legally sound but also commercially effective.’

‘We have had the opportunity to work with Diogo Oliveira, Frederico Oliveira, and Ricardo Rodrigues Lopes, and the quality of their work has been consistently outstanding. What sets them apart from competitors is not only their deep technical expertise but also their ability to combine precision with a pragmatic and solutions-oriented approach.’

‘It is a firm that inspires confidence, both in terms of technical expertise and prompt response, providing appropriate advice and always keeping the client’s best interests in mind.’

‘CCSL distinguishes itself through a combination of technical rigour, close client relationships, and the proposal of innovative and flexible solutions. The team demonstrates high competence in all areas of commercial, corporate, and M&A law, offering practical legal responses adapted to the business context. The direct involvement of the partners ensures close monitoring, availability, and consistency in service quality, conveying confidence and security.’

‘They are excellent negotiators, which is fundamental in the context of M&A. The firm differentiates itself in the national market through its personalised and informal approach with direct access and presence of senior individuals, whose experience is invaluable and necessary at critical points in the processes. Furthermore, they provide excellent support in navigating the regulatory complexities emanating from the EU and the government, conducting highly accessible and didactic workshops and directly assisting in the production of all the documentation and processes necessary to operate a company in Portugal.’

‘Pbbr is a boutique-style law firm, with highly professional elements, employing a commercial approach and fostering close client relationships.’

‘In commercial, corporate, and M&A, André Marcos stands out. André has extensive knowledge in this field, responds quickly, simplifies even the most complex issues, and has good interpersonal skills.’

‘We really enjoy interacting with this firm, as they demonstrate considerable knowledge of the issues at hand and conduct in-depth analysis of the topics discussed.’

‘Pedro Raposo has a strategic and global vision and extensive knowledge of our business. Beatriz Pereira is available and supports matters at hand.’

‘Customer dedication. Good responsiveness in stressful situations. Complementary teams.’

‘Good support from the M&A team.’

‘What sets Sérvulo apart is the team’s dedication, as well as their creativity and ability to present solutions to problems.’

‘A professional team with a remarkable capacity for analysis and adaptation.’

‘The team’s excellence, the close relationship with the client, and the expertise in the business areas. The Sérvulo team is one of the best in the market, with an ability to find solutions that few can achieve.’

‘Speed, availability, and knowledge.’

‘António Mendonça is a truly great professional.’

‘Andersen is the go-to law firm for my company for all matters related to commercial and corporate law. They combine extensive knowledge of Portuguese commercial law with excellent expertise in the energy sector, making them an ideal partner for M&A transactions, PPAs, other contracts, etc. This is complemented by a strong work ethic and dedication to clients.’

‘Andersen distinguishes itself through a combination of high technical competence and a practical, client-oriented approach. The firm combines in-depth legal knowledge in commercial, corporate, and M&A law with a true understanding of the business sector, allowing it to provide advice that is not only legally sound but also commercially useful and strategic.’

‘The team’s proximity, availability, and speed of response make it a reliable partner in complex operations, always ensuring clarity and pragmatism in the solutions presented. The team spirit, attention to detail, and adaptability ensure that the service provided goes far beyond the market standard.’

‘Highly professional and completely available.’

‘I found multidisciplinary teams always available at the multiple meetings, covering various areas, and with the capacity for clarification and follow-up, with their areas of expertise always very well identified by Carolina Meireles.’

‘Good firm, on an upward trajectory.’

‘We have been working with João Pedro Alves Pereira for several years – he has been outstanding for his availability and personal engagement. He’s highly competent, and he has become our trusted adviser on all legal matters in Portugal, from employment to corporate structuring and governance.’

‘Caldeira Pires e Associados distinguishes itself through the trust and ethical rigour that guide all its interventions, as well as the efficiency and close relationship with its clients. The team demonstrates high professionalism and a consistent ability to offer effective legal solutions tailored to each case, making it a benchmark of reliability in the national market.’

‘It’s a very solution-oriented firm. Their problem-solving is effective and gives me confidence.’

‘The professionals are of excellent quality, they are experts in their field and prioritise customer service. They are part of our team.’

‘Costa Pinto combines a team of partners who are technically very strong and excellent lawyers. They are people of enormous common sense and trustworthy. They are a young team of great professionals.’

‘The firm distinguishes itself through a combination of technical excellence, close client relationships, and innovative capacity, offering legal solutions tailored to the challenges of each sector.’

‘The team is composed of highly qualified professionals with experience in different areas of law, allowing for a multidisciplinary and integrated approach, guaranteeing strategic and efficient advice.’

‘Raposo Bernardo & Associados values its word and honours the commitments it makes to clients. They’re very precise in their analyses and clear in their advice.’

‘I would highlight Raposo Bernardo’s skill in handling large-scale M&A transactions and complex corporate matters, a result of the team’s experience in sophisticated international transactions.’

‘The level of service of this team and the responsiveness are impressive.’

‘This firm is small and very senior. This allows clients to receive exceptional attention from highly experienced and sensible senior lawyers, without the usual delegation to a very young team.’

‘The commercial, corporate and M&A team at Vasconcelos Advogados stands out for its combination of technical expertise, strategic vision, and close client relationships. The firm has a highly collaborative and results-oriented work culture, enabling it to conduct complex transactions with great efficiency.’

‘This firm is very closely aligned with our business reality, so whenever we have a question, they easily understand our needs and are therefore very quick and efficient in responding to issues.’