The ‘high-quality team’ at Cuatrecasas offers comprehensive advice to clients across the real estate industry, from traditional areas such as residential, offices, retail and tourism projects, to emerging sectors like senior and student residences. Department leader Nuno Sá Carvalho is skilled at handling high-value real estate transactions involving hotels, shopping centres, and offices, showcasing strength in portfolio acquisitions and project development. Sara Quaresma has a wealth of experience in construction law and licensing matters. The team has recently expanded with the May 2023 addition of Hugo Nunes from Sofia Galvao Advogados, who delivers end-to-end real estate project guidance, and that of Sofia Gomes da Costa, who joined from PLMJ in June 2023, bringing extensive knowledge of cross-border transactions and structured finance.
Real estate and construction in Portugal
Cuatrecasas
Responsables de la pratique:
Nuno Sá Carvalho
Autres avocats clés:
Sara Quaresma; Hugo Nunes; Sofia Gomes da Costa; Fernando Costal Carinhas
Les références
‘The firm demonstrates great competence and security in the topics covered. They provide regular, timely contact and great perseverance in achieving the objectives set.’
‘Hugo Nunes has excellent personal and human relationships and demonstrates great competence and communication skills.’
‘I never tire of being surprised by the way Hugo Nunes leads matters far beyond what is normal for a lawyer. He can master legal topics, but he can also master more technical topics in other areas of knowledge, such as architecture and engineering.’
Principaux clients
Apollo/Lapithus
Prime Group
Grupo Novo Banco
Fnac Darty
Caixa Gestão de Ativos
Orpea Group
Jaymon Investments LLC
Macl Capital
Deka
IP Investment Management
Silvip
Brico Depot
Adeo Groupe (Bricomart)
Sonder Hospitality
Motel One
Invesco
Primonial Reim
Arrow
Novaxia Group
Bankinter – Montepino
Elo Group (Auchan Retail Portugal, Nhood)
Zurich
Zaphira Capital
Millésime Group
Discovery Land Company (CostaTerra)
Coporgest (UNOP 3)
El Corte Inglés
Auchan Retail Portugal
Avdinco Porto
Mercan Properties
Groupe Jean Turon
Universidade Nova de Lisboa
RE Capital
Blackstone Group
BNP Paribas Real Estate
Logicor Group
Europi
LCN Capital Partners
Cerberus European Investments
Highgate
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Prime Group on the acquisition of a building in Lisbon from Cerberus Group for a €200m five-star hotel and branded residences redevelopment project (Archway Project).
- Advised Grupo Novo Banco (GNB) on various transactions, including the acquisition and leaseback of a portfolio of 90 retail and office assets across Portugal (Project Vault), valued at €100m.
- Advised Fnac Darty on the acquisition of MediaMarkt Portugal’s store portfolio (Project Parrot).
Garrigues Portugal
Garrigues Portugal plays a pivotal role in facilitating real estate M&A transactions, most notably portfolio deals. Catering to an elite clientele that includes private equity firms, banks, pension funds, and other financial entities, the team’s expertise extends to real estate finance and project development. The firm is also carving a niche in the underwriting of warranty and indemnity insurance policies. Jorge Salvador Gonçalves leads the practice, representing significant international investors and developers. Miguel Menezes Da Silva stands out for his strong track record in M&A involving real estate assets.
Responsables de la pratique:
Jorge Salvador Gonçalves
Autres avocats clés:
Miguel Menezes Da Silva
Les références
‘Always proactive and very commercial when issues arise.’
‘The Garrigues team stands out for the high quality of the services provided, whether in advice or in the preparation and drafting of legal instruments.’
‘The real estate team, masterfully directed by Jorge Salvador Gonçalves, with the collaboration of Miguel Menezes Da Silva, stands out in the market due to its knowledge of the market and experience in other deals.’
Principaux clients
BNP Paribas REIM
GALP
GRES – Global Real Estate Select SICAV-FIS
Kronos Group
Tristan Capital Partners
AXA IM Real Assets
Blackbrook Capital
Brookfield
Jamestown LP
Henderson Park Capital Partners
Harbert Management Corporation
Lifento SAS
Merlin Properties SOCIMI
Novo Banco Group
DWS
Fidelidade Property
Explorer / Discovery Fund
Tander Inversiones SOCIMI
VGP Parks
Decathlon
Mello RDC
Principaux dossiers
- Advising Novo Banco on the sale of a large portfolio of large-scale development projects located in Lisbon and the Algarve regions.
- Advised Merlin Properties SICIMI on the acquisition and leaseback of the flagship office building ‘Liberdade 195’, the headquarters of Novo Banco.
- Advised BNP Paribas REIM on the acquisition of a state-of-the-art office building in downtown Lisbon known as “Pier 3”.
Morais Leitão, Galvão Teles, Soares da Silva & Associados
Morais Leitão, Galvão Teles, Soares da Silva & Associados boasts a wealth of knowledge in corporate and transactional real estate matters, guiding clients in the structuring of investments, including the acquisition and sale of substantial portfolios. The corporate real estate and tourism practice is led by the 'outstanding and goal-oriented' João Torroaes Valente, who acts for both national and international investors in transactions involving a variety of assets, from shopping centres, to logistics and tourism projects. Rita Ferreira Vicente excels in tourism developments and real estate funds-related transactions, while João Fitas provides expert advice on on asset and share deals, as well as sale and leasebacks.
Responsables de la pratique:
João Torroaes Valente
Autres avocats clés:
Rita Ferreira Vicente; João Fitas; Andreia Bento Simões; Maria Carolina Gonçalves
Les références
‘Remarkable team with both an excellent legal skillset and strong business understanding.’
‘João Torroaes Valente has a deep knowledge of the real estate market, is deal-oriented, and is outstanding when it comes to negotiating transaction agreements. Andreia Bento Simões is very available and always focused on achieving the client’s goals.’
‘Excellent skills in the real estate area, both in the transaction component and in real estate monitoring.’
Uría Menéndez
With significant expertise in M&A, warranty and indemnity insurance policy negotiations, restructurings, and financings in the real estate space, Uría Menéndez offers ‘innovative and pragmatic solutions’ to a variety of clients, most notably investors, financial entities and developers. The practice is led by Rita Xavier de Brito, who specialises in the sale, purchase, and development of logistics, offices, and retail properties, and Francisco da Cunha Ferreira, who brings expertise in acquisition finance, corporate restructurings in the real estate and hospitality sectors, and mortgage-backed loan portfolio acquisitions. Duarte Garin retired at the end of 2023.
Responsables de la pratique:
Rita Xavier de Brito; Francisco da Cunha Ferreira
Autres avocats clés:
Alexandre Pedral Sampaio
Les références
‘We will never stop using Uría Menéndez. The team provides innovative and pragmatic solutions that are always in our interests, while strictly adhering to all legal and ethical aspects.’
Principaux clients
M7 Real Estate
MD Group (Alantra)
Rivercrown Group
Azora
Multi Corporation
Corum Investments
Bondstone
Tikehau Capital
Banco Santander Totta
Explorer Investments
Savills Investment Management
Tristan Capital Partners
Davidson Kempner / ECS Capital
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Banco Santander Totta on the sale of an REO portfolio known as “Project Guadiana”.
- Advised M7 Real Estate on the acquisition of five logistics properties located in Lisbon and Porto.
- Advised Davidson Kempner / ECS Capital on the sale of the Hotel Hilton Vilamoura to Arrow through a share deal.
VdA
VdA’s robust real estate team is well versed in the entire spectrum of real estate matters, standing out for its strong track record in M&A, financings and project development in the hospitality, retail, and commercial spheres. Noted by clients for being ‘highly knowledgeable about the real estate market’, Pedro Ferreirinha demonstrates deep expertise in the acquisition, sale, and leasing of various projects, including office, residential, leisure, and retail properties. Team members Miguel Marques dos Santos and Pedro Pereira Coutinho concentrate on transactional work and on the management of real estate projects, including construction supervision services agreements. Pedro Corrêa d’Oliveira, who oversees the real estate team based in Porto, is another name to note for real estate M&A, sale and leasebacks and project development.
Responsables de la pratique:
Pedro Ferreirinha
Autres avocats clés:
Miguel Marques dos Santos; Pedro Pereira Coutinho; Pedro Corrêa d’Oliveira; Raul Mota Cerveira; Lisa Ventura Lopes
Les références
‘The firm is recognised by the market for its professionalism, technical knowledge and the quality of its lawyers.’
‘They have experience and in-depth knowledge of aspects related to urban planning, real estate and construction.’
‘Pedro Ferreirinha is highly knowledgeable about the real estate market and is good at defining the best strategy for each situation. Pedro Corrêa de Oliveira has good responsiveness and good knowledge of all aspects necessary to implement real estate projects.’
Principaux clients
Vanguard Properties (Group Claude Berda)
Norifn
ALTAYA (Group Castel)
Orion
MAKRO – Cash & Carry Portugal, S.A.
EMGI – Investment Group
Via Outlets
Morgan Stanley Investment Management Limited
Deutsche Bank, AG
Alantra Partners
Principaux dossiers
- Assisted Vanguard Properties with the development of two high-end tourism and residential projects in Comporta.
- Advised Morgan Stanley on the financing and refinancing of a portfolio of 46 logistics properties in Portugal, recently acquired by Blackstone.
- Assisted Vanguard Properties (Group Claude Berda) with the acquisition and development of a portfolio of residential and hospitality properties, including A Tower, a residential project in Lisbon’s Amoreiras quarter.
Abreu Advogados
Abreu Advogados leverages its ‘in-depth knowledge’ of the real estate sector to guide developers, financial entities and high-net-worth international private investors in transactions within Portugal. Working regularly with international retailers, developers, family offices, and institutional investors, the 'exceptional and extremely competent' Tiago Mendonça de Castro is well versed in project development, real estate asset deals and portfolio transactions. He jointly leads the department with Patrícia Viana, who showcases considerable experience in real estate M&A, notably within the retail sector. Diogo Belard Correia, who was recently promoted to associated partner, is a key contact for developers seeking advice on all stages of investments in the real estate sector.
Responsables de la pratique:
Tiago Mendonça Castro; Patricia Viana
Autres avocats clés:
Maria Santa Martha; Diogo Belard Correia; Sara Ferraz Mendonça
Les références
‘The lawyers of the large real estate and construction team all have an excellent legal background and track record. This team has a strong understanding of real estate matters and provides the required assurances to clients in structuring investments and negotiations.’
‘Tiago Mendonça de Castro is an expert in all matters of real estate with a strong track record and experience. Senior Associate Sara Ferraz Mendonça is a really capable real estate lawyer who provides solutions through a very practical approach.’
‘The team is notable for its availability, rigour, and quality in the services provided.’
Principaux clients
Ageas
Cbre Gi
Chint Solar Portugal Projects B.V.
Dior
DO – Designer Outlet do Algarve, S.A
Frey
H&M
Henley & Partners
Iberdrola
Ikea Group
Imofundos
Ingka Centres
Interfundos
Lighthouse
Nhood
Noble Faces S.A
Odalys
Optylon Krea
Osborne+Co
Panattoni Spain Holding
Primark
Polo Ralph Lauren
Promiris
Ribaltcelebration, Lda – Azul Project
Time Out Market Porto
Urbania International
Principaux dossiers
- Assisted Optylon Krea, an investment management and real estate development company, with the €20m purchase of the Zara store building in downtown Lisbon from the German fund Deka Immobilien.
- Advised IKEA on the installation of 10 new stores and the implementation of real estate energy projects.
- Advised Promiris Group, associated with the Louis Vuitton inheritors, on the potential €65m purchase of the “Rivart Project”.
Linklaters
The 'highly qualified, committed and available team' at Linklaters offers an extensive suite of real estate services, covering areas such as construction, project development, finance, real estate M&A, and dispute resolution. With a strong background in real estate contractual negotiations, department head Diogo Plantier Santos' expertise lies in portfolio transactions, sale and leaseback operations, asset management, as well as property development and construction projects. Marrying knowledge in real estate and corporate law, Diogo Barros Pereira has provided key support in several transactions in the real estate sector. Evo Fernandes is no longer at the firm.
Responsables de la pratique:
Diogo Plantier Santos
Autres avocats clés:
Diogo Barros Pereira
Les références
‘Small but highly qualified, committed and available team.’
‘The main qualities of this team, in addition to the undeniable technical qualities of its lawyers, are its friendliness, availability, readiness, assertiveness in presenting topics and presentation of innovative legal solutions. ’
‘The Linklaters real estate team presents innovative work, always willing to find alternatives that satisfy the client’s wishes.’
Principaux clients
BNP Paribas, SA
Caixa Geral de Depósitos, S.A., Novo Banco, S.A., Banco Comercial Português, S.A., Oitante, S.A. and Banco Santander Totta, S.A.
Union
King Street and Kronos
Real I.S. AG
Cerberus
Sierra Portugal, S.A.
Luz Saúde, S.A. (Fosun Group)
Sousa Dias Invest SDI – SGPS, S.A.
KKR
Principaux dossiers
- Advising BNPP on the acquisition of the Aura and Echo buildings in the Exeo Campus, for the development for its new headquarters in Lisbon, Portugal.
- Advised Union on the acquisition of a unit occupied by Modelo Continente within the Colombo shopping centre located in Lisbon from GRES.
- Advised King Street and Kronos on the sale of 100% of the share capital of Morgado da Lameira – Empreendimento Turístico e Golfe, S.A., including the Amendoeira Golf Resort, to Rolear Group.
PLMJ
The real estate arm of PLMJ, steered by Francisco Lino Dias and Teresa Madeira Afonso, delivers end-to-end solutions in the context of real estate transactions, including the asset deals and the disposal and acquisition of real estate portfolios. Lino Dias regularly assists developers and institutional investors with leasing agreements, build-to-rent models, and forward-funding ventures. Madeira Afonso, who joined in May 2023 from the firm’s M&A department, concentrates on corporate real estate deals and restructurings, servicing both national and international investment funds. Margarida Osório de Amorim, Sofia Gomes da Costa, and Rita Alarcão Júdice are no longer at the firm. Sérgio Teixeira, a key contact for investment funds, stands out at associate level for his involvement in real estate transactions involving domestic and international hotel groups, large retailers and real estate investors. Since publication, the firm incorporated RRP Advogados in July 2024, adding real estate partner Ricardo Reigada Pereira and a group of specialised lawyers, including Hélder Santos Correia and Tamara Martins da Fonseca.
Responsables de la pratique:
Francisco Lino Dias; Teresa Madeira Afonso
Autres avocats clés:
Sérgio Teixeira; Abel Barbosa de Mendonça; Sofia Nogueira Leite
Les références
‘The PLMJ team is a dream to work with. PLMJ’s ability to work with clients that are not accustomed to working in Portugal (or familiar with Portuguese law) is second to none.’
‘The team is diverse in experience, background, gender and age – we are extremely pleased with this.’
‘Teresa Madeira Afonso is quite simply outstanding. She is incredibly commercial, anticipating the needs of her clients and is proactive in the support provided. Teresa is extremely pragmatic and a lawyer you would definitely want in your corner.’
Principaux clients
Aquinex
Arrow Global Group Limited
Banco BTG Pactual
Barclays Bank
Bedrock Capital
BNP Paribas Real Estate
Commerz Real Group
GALP (Petróleos de Portugal – Petrogal)
Grupo SIL
H&M
Incus Capital
Inspired Education Group
Jamestown
Martinhal Group
Minor International
Norfin
Nova Universtity Lisbon
Oaktree Capital Management
Promiris
Ryanair
Santander Consumer Finance
Simpar
WeWork International Limited
Principaux dossiers
- Advised LCN Capital Partners on the acquisition of a portfolio of Portuguese supermarkets, composed of 49 properties.
- Advised Incus Capital on the acquisition of two properties for tourism/serviced apartments and an office building from Cerberus Capital Management.
- Assisting Davidson Kempner with the acquisition of ECS’s restructuring funds.
CCA Law Firm
The ‘truly innovative’ CCA Law Firm handles an array of real estate matters, from acquisitions, financings, and joint ventures, to property sales and leases. The team provides assistance to a diverse client base, including developers, investors, lenders, and underwriters, across sectors such as urban development, industry, environment, health, and tourism. The real estate division is co-led by Madalena Azeredo Perdigão, 'an exceptionally up-to-date and experienced lawyer' who possesses extensive experience in real estate developments and transactions, and Tomás Assis Teixeira, who is adept at advising on the entire life cycle of real estate, tourism, and energy projects in Portugal.
Responsables de la pratique:
Madalena Azeredo Perdigão; Tomás Assis Teixeira
Autres avocats clés:
Vera Martinez
Les références
‘CCA is a truly innovative and disruptive firm in the Portuguese legal market. Its dynamic offices and solid reputation in the market attract highly qualified young lawyers, which makes it easier to retain talent.’
‘CCA stands out for its advanced technological approach.’
‘Madalena Azeredo Perdigão is an exceptionally up-to-date and experienced lawyer in the real estate market. Her support and advice were fundamental in unexpected moments, and she demonstrates a remarkable availability, actively participating in crucial moments of our projects.’
Principaux clients
Onyria Group
Redevco
Iberis Capital
Fundo FCR C2 Medcapital
Imosaúde das beiras, Unipessoal, Lda.
Solstice Investments
Rock Capital Fund
LINCE Capital
Feels Like Home
Tan Investments
Tayan Energy
Arish Capital Partners
Friendly Pattern, Lda.
Lxci – Lx Capital Investimentos, Lda.
Enfinity Global
Optylon Krea
IMOFID (fund managed by Fidelidade)
Finsolutia
Limestone Capital
Europar
C&A Modas
Primosfera
Esqina hotel
AP Wireless
Accor Hotels
Global Citizen Solutions
Colep Consumer Products
Colep Packaging
LotusOlhar
Monarque Funds
FSG Saúde (fund managed by Fidelidade)
PRMT TEJO, S.A.
Principaux dossiers
- Advised on Onyria Hotels & Resorts on the acquisition of Martinhal Cascais Hotel and its conversion and integration into the Onyria Hotels and Resorts Group under the Onyria Marinha Boutique Hotel brand.
- Provided legal and tax advice to Imosaúde das Beiras, Unipessoal, Lda. on the purchase of a property for development into a hospital centre and nursing home.
- Assisted Solstice Investments with a €6m real estate acquisition.
CMS
CMS acts for a diverse mix of national and international clients, including financial institutions, in multifaceted real estate mandates. Under the leadership of João Pinheiro da Silva, the firm excels in large-scale transactions involving hotels, office spaces, and shopping centres. His wide-ranging expertise also includes leasing agreements, project management, and licensing issues. José Manuel Silva Nunes, a key point of contact for real estate developers and financial institutions, is especially active in the sale of real estate derived from credit recovery and in the implementation of single and multi-tenant properties.
Responsables de la pratique:
João Pinheiro da Silva
Autres avocats clés:
José Manuel Silva Nunes; Sandra Teixeira Arsénio; Francisca Caeiro Bastos
Les références
‘The team has a high level of knowledge and efficiency. The high level of know-how of José Manuel Nunes stands out.’
‘José Manuel Nunes and Francisca Bastos reveal a great knowledge of real estate legal practice.’
‘They demonstrate strong experience in the real estate and construction market and total availability in solving problems.’
Principaux clients
Silverkeel Capital Partners
Fundo de Pensões Banco Bpi
Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria, S.A., Sucursal em Portugal
ECS Capital
Anidaport – Investimentos Imobiliários
Kronos Investment Group
BPI Gestão de Ativos – Sociedade Gestora de Organismos de Investimento Coletivo, S.A.
Davidson Kempner European Partners LLP
Aquila Capital
Finangeste
Catella
ANA – Aeroportos de Portugal, S.A.
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Fundo de Pensões Banco BPI on the sale of several units in the “Jean Monnet” urban building located in Lisbon.
- Advised ECS Capital on the sale of several tourism real estate units and developments in Portugal, including two touristic villages with over 100 housing units each.
- Advised Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria, S.A., Sucursal em Portugal on managing and selling its real estate assets to various buyers.
DLA Piper ABBC
The real estate practice at DLA Piper ABBC, under the guidance of Luis Filipe Carvalho, provides comprehensive advice to both domestic and international clients on various real estate ventures, including investments, development, financing, and the commercialisation of real estate assets. Paulo Anjo is noted for his involvement in transactional work, asset management, and leasing arrangements, with a particular focus on student accommodation and condominiums.
Responsables de la pratique:
Luís Filipe Carvalho
Autres avocats clés:
Paulo Anjo
Les références
‘Luís Filipe Carvalho is an amazing lawyer – very informed and present when we need him.’
Principaux clients
EDP Real Estate
Vector Mais (Portuguese Design & Build company)
Novimed
Volkswagen Autoeuropa
Brifina – Portuguese real estate developer
AEV
Prime Yield
Pinhol
Caixa de Previdência Benguela (Pension Fund)
Lufthansa Group
Principaux dossiers
- Assisted BorgWarner Portugal with the purchase of property for the construction of a new factory in Portugal for electric car components.
- Negotiated and concluded Invesco’s purchase of a vast land portfolio in Northern Portugal for future logistics real estate development.
Eversheds Sutherland
Eversheds Sutherland, under the joint leadership of Miguel Lorena Brito and Rodrigo Almeida Dias, delivers strategic guidance in property development, financing, and real estate transactions. With a robust portfolio in commercial, residential, and office properties, Lorena Brito excels in real estate acquisitions and project development, while Almeida Dias specialises in corporate real estate and plays a pivotal role in the development of tourism, residential, office, and other other real estate projects. Gonçalo Mexia is noted for his experience in real estate transactions within the agribusiness sector.
Responsables de la pratique:
Miguel Lorena Brito; Rodrigo Almeida Dias
Autres avocats clés:
Gonçalo Mexia
Les références
‘Exceptional technical quality, professionalism, total monitoring, and perfect understanding of the client’s needs.’
‘Exceptional and serious advice. Market knowledge, transparency, seriousness and reliability.’
Principaux clients
Generali Real Estate
Aquila Group
Santa Lucia
EQT Exeter
Sonagi Imobiliária, S.A.
Keviana
Decathlon
Microsoft
Amazon
Nelson Group
Apple
Kering
Urbansymbiosis Lda.
Rota Única / Route One Investment Company
Bekinsa
Jordan Park
Hyperion
Kew Capital
SLM Partners
Atlantrees
Cisco
Gefco
Frasers Group
Principaux dossiers
- Assisted Aquila Group with the acquisition of a logistics centre in Azambuja.
- Advised Santa Lucia on the management of its real estate assets in Lisbon.
- Advised Nelson Group on the opening of its hotel in Lisbon under the JAM brand.
pbbr - Sociedade de Advogados RL
pbbr - Sociedade de Advogados RL advises both international and Portuguese clients, including investors, developers, financial institutions, and construction companies, on various real estate matters involving office buildings, commercial and residential properties, as well as tourism and logistics. The team is jointly led by Pedro Pinto, who effectively serves a broad spectrum of clients in these areas, and Teresa Freire, who plays a ‘fundamental role in many complex transactions’ in the real estate space. Tânia Ferreira Osório is singled out for her in-depth knowledge of construction and planning matters.
Responsables de la pratique:
Pedro Pinto; Teresa Freire
Autres avocats clés:
Tânia Ferreira Osório; Inês Carrilho
Les références
‘They are a medium-sized, boutique-style firm, with a multidisciplinary team that is very close to the client.’
‘This is a team with a very high degree of dedication and an enormous capacity for delivery even in time-constrained situations.’
‘They offer a permanent search for alternative solutions, demonstrating a high level of knowledge and defending the client’s interests.’
Principaux clients
Signal Capital Partners LLP
Round Hill Capital
Sonae Sierra
Davidson Kempner
Nexity
Stone Capital
Avenue /Aermont / Perella Weinberg
Serris Reim
Group Atenor
Bouygues Immobilier
Cushman & Wakefield
RE Capital / GMG – Geneva Management Group
Gold Tree
MDSR Investments
Groupe Térresens
BPrime
Prime Portugal
Rockstone
Kiabi Group
Benchimmo Real Estate / Puratos Group
Acacia Point
Bastidor Group
AnaHome Group
NORMALAS PORTUGAL (Normal Stores)
ZEEMAN TEXTIELSUPERS (Zeeman Stores)
Sogenial Immobilier
Confluence Iberia
Group GSE – Global Solutions and Engineering
Remake Asset Management
Sterling Group
Principaux dossiers
- Assisting Round Hill Capital with the acquisition of Smart Studios, a major operator and developer of PBSA (Property Built Student’s Accommodation) in the Portuguese market.
- Assisting Avenue Real Estate with the acquisition of Project Pacífico.
Sofia Galvao Advogados
Sofia Galvao Advogados, a boutique firm specialising in real estate and planning, provides strategic advice to institutional investors seeking development opportunities within Portugal, including expert guidance in the structuring of real estate transactions. The practice is co-led by founding partner Sofia Galvão, whose deep expertise in real estate, spatial planning, and tourism law is recognised in the market. Fellow co-head Luís Moitinho de Almeida is experienced in all areas of territory law, encompassing real estate, construction, licensing matters, and related litigation. Hugo Nunes left the firm in May 2023.
Responsables de la pratique:
Sofia Galvão; Luís Moitinho de Almeida
Les références
‘The company is very robust and highly reputable in everything to do with territorial law and support for real estate transactions.’
‘Sofia Galvão’s experience is perhaps unparalleled, associated with enormous knowledge based on experience.’
‘The service provided by this law firm in matters of urban planning and spatial planning has proven to be of excellent quality and help, given the lawyers’ in-depth knowledge of these matters.’
Principaux clients
Atenor
Bedrock Capital (Alcântara)
ECS Capital Group (Grupo NAU & Vale do Lobo)
European Parliament
Fundação Champalimaud
Grupo Novo Banco (Benagil, Artilharia Um & Av. Liberdade)
Grupo Pestana
Jackyl (Suíça)
Mondego Capital Partners
Tidewell Corporation (Apostiça)
Universidade Católica Portuguesa (Campus Lisboa)
SRS Legal
The multidisciplinary real estate practice at SRS Legal seamlessly integrates expertise from the firm’s tax, corporate and M&A, litigation, financing, and planning divisions. At the helm of the real estate division, Neuza Pereira De Campos specialises in inbound investments and real estate developments. With a marked presence in the hotel, leisure, residential and tourism spaces, the team also caters to high-net-worth individuals abroad seeking investment opportunities in the Portuguese property market.
Responsables de la pratique:
Neuza Pereira de Campos
Autres avocats clés:
José Pinto Santos
Les références
‘The SRS real estate department has a high knowledge of the market and provides enormous security to those who operate in it. It combines its activities well, whenever necessary, with the tax department.’
‘Oriented towards solutions rather than problems.’
‘Neuza Pereira de Campos is truly exceptional. Quick to understand client needs and respond to requests; an excellent negotiator.’
Principaux clients
Costaterra
Banco Carregosa – SGOIC
Grupo Amorim |Luxury
Atlante |I|beria S|L
MNK Partners
M7 Real Estate
Dereif| |Sicav|-Fis
RE Capital
ECS Capital
Fidelidade
Fli|tprel| Bela Vista
Level| |Constelation
Rabobank
Sonangol
SGAL
Grupo José Guilherme (Fundição de Oeiras)
KKR
Mindopportunity
X|poent|vanguarda|, |Lda
Principaux dossiers
- Advised MNK One S.C.A. SICAV-RAIF on the purchase of a B&B-branded hotel in Porto.
- Advised European electric charging company Atlante Ibera S.L. on the analysis and adjustment of real estate agreements in the context of the acquisition of a company.
- Advised Portugal Yield Fund II, a Portuguese venture capital fund, on the acquisition by a real estate investment fund of a property in Lumiar, currently leased by Universidad Europeia.
Sérvulo & Associados
Sérvulo & Associados handles a diverse range of real estate and corporate property matters for a variety of clients, including private equity and investment funds, developers, retailers, and hotel chains. Leading the team, Manuel Magalhães is regularly seen advising on transactional and development matters in the real estate and tourism sectors. The department’s proficiency extends to construction contracts, forward funding agreements, as well as to sale and leaseback arrangements. Sofia Thibaut Trocado is a name to note for financial entities, borrowers and promotors seeking assistance with real estate finance.
Responsables de la pratique:
Manuel Magalhães
Autres avocats clés:
Sofia Thibaut Trocado; Joana Pinto Monteiro; Carla Parreira Leandro
Les références
‘Certainly, the best layers I’ve seen in 50 years of my career.’
‘Answers are always sent immediately and responses are always very precise.’
‘Cohesion, objectivity, punctuality and competence, in my opinion, are points that differentiate the quality of Sérvulo & Associados’ services.’
Principaux clients
BPI VIDA e PENSÕES – Companhia de Seguros, S.A.
AF Portfolio – Fundo de Investimento Imobiliário Aberto|Renda Predial – Fundo de Investimento Imobiliário Fechado
Fundo Especial de Investimento Imobiliário TDF
Banco Comercial Português, S.A. (BCP)
Fundo de Pensões do Grupo Banco Comercial Português
Interfundos – Sociedade Gestora de Organismos de Investimento Coletivo, S.A / Fundo de Investimento Imobiliário Fechado TDF
Several Private Clients
Riverfront Empreendimentos Turísticos e Imobiliários, S.A.
OBRANA, S.A.
Ravina do Tempo, Lda.
Oceânico Lusoirlandês
Marmequer Empreendimentos Turísticos e Imobiliários, Lda.
TKJ PROPERTIES, UNIPESSOAL LDA.
KKR – INVESTIMENTOS S.A.
Libertas – Sociedade Gestora de Fundos de Investimento Imobiliário, S.A.
Imorendimento SGOIC
Square Asset Management
Principaux dossiers
- Assisted BPI Vida e Pensões with the preparation and negotiation of draft lease agreements and amendments between the client, Teleperformance and Vodafone Portugal regarding the use of the Edifício Vodafone in Parque das Nações.
- Assisted Fundo Especial de Investimento Imobiliário TDFwith the development of the Fábrica 1921 project in Lisbon, comprising over 180 real estate units.
- Advised Fundo de Pensões do Banco Comercial Português, managed by Ageas – Sociedade Gestora de Fundos de Pensões, S.A., on the acquisition of 16 units of Edifício Lisboa.
CCSL Advogados
João Lemos de Portugal heads up the real estate practice at CCSL Advogados, supporting developers, investors and brokers throughout the entire life cycle of real estate investments, including the acquisition, operation, and redevelopment of a diversity of assets. The firm’s broad service offering also covers contract preparation and negotiation, construction agreements and licensing procedures for projects in the residential, hotel, retail, and co-living spaces.
Responsables de la pratique:
João Lemos de Portugal
Autres avocats clés:
Mariana Alves de Melo
Les références
‘João Lemos de Portugal is super professional, has great knowledge of the market, gives excellent advice, and has incredible flexibility.’
‘The team is highly competent and responsive. They have a trustworthy and a very constructive collaborative work environment.’
‘They match on a personal level regarding the way of working and communicate at eye level.’
Deloitte Legal
Deloitte Legal, a key adviser to investors and developers, support clients in the full array of real estate transactions and project development, from planning and licensing, to management issues. Founding partner Miguel Ribeiro Telles specialises in the purchase, sale, and leasing of properties, including commercial, residential, and tourism projects. He oversees the department alongside Marta Gouveia Gomes, who brings a wealth of experience in real estate financing, development, and divestment mandates.
Responsables de la pratique:
Miguel Ribeiro Telles; Marta Gouveia Gomes
Autres avocats clés:
Maria Cabral de Azevedo
Les références
‘Marta Gouveia Gomes and Maria Cabral de Azevedo offer technical knowledge, mastery of subjects, availability, vast legal experience, empathy, and education.’
‘CTSU’s priority is to excel in the services it provides and the needs of its clients. The real estate and urban planning team has enormous technical capacity.’
‘The real estate and urban planning team presents results and responses in a timely manner, always maintaining a high level of quality, which distinguishes them from other firms in the market.’
Principaux clients
Nar Corp, Unipessoal, Lda.
Planeurimo Portugal Consulting and Management Services, Unipessoal Lda. (Planeur Group)
Pestana Group
Vilamoura World, S.A. (Arrow Group)
Norfin Serviços S.A. (Arrow Group)
Tropikrypton, S.A.
Rolear, Automatizações, Estudos e Representações, S.A.
Authentic Bicas, Lda.
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Nar Corp on the development of a hotel in Praia das Maçãs.
- Advised Testo on relocating its main factory from China to Portugal.
- Advised Planeurimo on the conception and development of a residential and tourism resort project in Cartaxo.
Gómez-Acebo & Pombo
Gómez-Acebo & Pombo’s real estate and town planning department offers advice to both corporate and private entities on office, residential, tourism, and industrial real estate ventures. In addition to real estate developments, the group is well positioned to handle acquisitions, sales and leasing agreements. Sofia Rodrigues Nunes leads the town planning and real estate department, where senior associate Afonso Scarpa is another name to note for real estate transactions and planning matters.
Responsables de la pratique:
Sofia Rodrigues Nunes
Autres avocats clés:
Afonso Scarpa
Principaux clients
Eurazeo
Tecnimont, S.p.A.
Input SRL
KGAL
Dos Grados Capital
IVECO /CNH
HW VAN BRAAK
Principaux dossiers
- Assisted ECS Capital with the sale of a tourism development in the Algarve.
- Assisted Deka Immobilien Investment with the management of several leased properties located in Lisbon.
Pares Advogados
At Pares Advogados, the team is regularly engaged by banks, financial institutions, funds and in large real estate transactions. The group is jointly led by three practitioners: Luís De Gouveia Fernandes brings expertise in acquisitions, restructuring, and real estate investment funds; Myriam Ouaki offers tailored services for French-speaking clients; and Rui Rompante is adept at handling real estate transactions and negotiating leases for service and logistics properties.
Responsables de la pratique:
Luís de Gouveia Fernandes; Myriam Ouaki; Rui Rompante
Les références
‘This firm has enormous availability and a very collaborative attitude in a wide range of areas.’
‘The real estate team seems to be on the same page, and everyone knows our clients’ cases. What distinguishes it is the proximity and speed of response.’
‘I recommend Rui Rompante for his vast knowledge in real estate. He can provide a lot of comfort in everything complementary (tax, corporate, etc.).’
Principaux clients
Arish Capital Partners
New Start Sociedade Investimento Imobiliario Lda
Weston
Cloud2core
Blue Buffalo Capital
Rockbuilding
Habitat Invest
Ukio
Detailsmind
Stevica
Valjes Sarl
New Start Sociedade Investimento Imobiliario Lda
Margem Subtil
Fund Box
JC Decaux
AG Property
Damien Langlois-Meurinne
Profile SGFII
SSOHO
Naturidade Group
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Arish Capital Partners on the legal structuring and sale of a building in São Sebastião, Lisbon, involving over 135 individual investors and achieving a turnover of more than €45m.
- Assisted Newstart with the negotiation of a FIDIC turnkey construction agreement and supply agreement worth €39m with a subsidiary of the Mitrelli Group.
- Assisted Weston with the licensing procedure for the development of60 townhouse apartments.
PRA-Raposo, Sá Miranda & Associados, Sociedade de Advogados RL
With a strong following of investment firms, pension funds, and developers, PRA-Raposo, Sá Miranda & Associados, Sociedade de Advogados RL’s real estate division, steered by Clélia Brás, provides ‘excellent quality’ services in the context of real estate transactions, property development, licensing matters, and related litigation. Key support is offered by a strong team of associates, including Bruno Sousa Gavaia and Raquel da Paz Lourenço, who enhance the team’s capabilities.
Responsables de la pratique:
Clélia Brás
Autres avocats clés:
Bruno Sousa Gavaia; Raquel da Paz Lourenço
Les références
‘They provide an excellent quality service, with a lot of professionalism, seriousness, dedication, and technical and legal knowledge in various subjects.’
‘The team listens to the client with attention and is concerned in achieving the objective that best suits the client.’
‘Raquel da Paz Lourenço has high technical/practical and legal knowledge in the area of real estate.’
Principaux clients
Everything is New
Marec S.A / Espaço Casa
Plateia Colossal, Lda.
Sígnia – Gestão Imobiliária, S.A.
Encosta da Parede – Projectos Imobiliários e Turísticos, S.A.
V. S. D. Imobiliária, Lda.
Juntateoria, Lda.
Carreira & Caldeira, Lda.
Terraquinta – Gestão e Administração de Património Imobiliário, S.A.
Mansarda
Rainhas Royal S.A.
Sociedade de Agricultura de Grupo da Quinta Nova de São Lourenço, Lda
V.R.Cardoso
Principaux dossiers
- Assisted Mansarda IPSS, a Portuguese Private Institution of Social Solidarity, with the construction of a residence for the artistic community in Belém, Lisbon.
- Advised Marec Espaço Casa, a homeware chain with multiple commercial spaces in Portugal’s main shopping centers, on the negotiation of all lease agreements for its retail portfolio.
Raposo Bernardo
At Raposo Bernardo, Manuel Esteves De Albuquerque spearheads the real estate and public law practices, offering expertise to real estate brokers, investment funds, construction companies, and agents. With over three decades of experience in the market, the practice head is proficient in mandates involving the full-array of real estate assets, including offices, hotels, residential and commercial properties.
Responsables de la pratique:
Manuel Esteves De Albuquerque
Les références
‘Raposo Bernardo has excellent capabilities that make it a very advantageous law firm option. The promptness and speed of response, in a direct, clear manner that covers everything important, is one of its most important features.’
‘Manuel Esteves Albuquerque stands out. He is extremely knowledgeable about all the intricacies of real estate and construction law.’
‘There are many reasons that make me choose Raposo Bernardo & Associados for all of our company’s real estate matters, but the most important of all is the confidence that the firm and all its lawyers inspire in me.’
TELLES
TELLES guides major Portuguese and international industry clients in both domestic and international real estate transactions, with Pedro Almeida e Sousa and Miguel Nogueira Leite leading the group from Porto and Lisbon respectively. The team advises on the development of retail and tourism-related projects, along with due diligence, contract negotiations, and real estate financing. Almeida e Sousa focuses on the purchase, sale and lease of real property, while Nogueira Leite specialises in investment processes.
Responsables de la pratique:
Pedro Almeida e Sousa; Miguel Nogueira Leite
Autres avocats clés:
Luis Ferraz Marques
Les références
‘TELLES is a strategic partner due to its experience and skills in the area of urban planning, where it has a very complete and experienced team.’
‘Compliance with established deadlines is one of the very positive points, as is the ability to evaluate strategies and solutions for the different challenges posed by the sector with direct involvement from partners.’
‘The quality of services is quite high, and they have a multipurpose and multidisciplinary team with total availability.’
Principaux clients
Mota Engil
Ageas
Thomas & Piron
Eiffage Energia
Vogue Homes
Geriavi / Domus VI
Garcia, Garcia, S.A.
Sonae
Fuste
Neoen
SIS Group
Lionesa Business Hub
RAR Imobiliária