About

Provided by PLMJ

PLMJ has been involved in some of the most significant transactions in the financial sector in Portugal, including the sale, purchase and restructuring of banks and financial companies.

Our lawyers advise Portuguese and foreign clients on complex asset purchase and sale transactions, including the structuring and implementation of acquisitions of non-performing loan portfolios. The team works with the firm's other practices to cover all matters relevant to banking and finance, in particular tax and litigation.

We advise on banking and investment services regulatory matters, in particular the establishment of branches in Portugal and the cross-border provision of services under the European free movement of services regime. The firm has acted as intermediaries with the Portuguese regulatory authorities on many occasions.

We also provide legal assistance to our clients in matters relating to financial derivatives and have been actively involved in the design of structured risk management operations. Our team has also reviewed the documentation and procedures relating to these types of transactions for our clients, in order to adapt them to recent legal and regulatory developments.

PLMJ has extensive experience in structuring the supply and distribution of complex financial products, in particular structured bonds, for sale to private investors.


Chambers Review

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Banking & Finance - Portugal

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Band 1

What the Team is Known For

PLMJ comes highly recommended by clients for its expert handling of the full breadth of banking sector mandates. The team advises prominent domestic banks and international investors on a range of financing mandates. It has experience in the financing of real estate acquisitions, loan portfolio bids or corporate transactions. It handles debt refinancing operations, including for promoters of Portuguese energy projects. It also assists with regulatory and fund formation matters for asset management companies.

Work Highlights

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  • PLMJ advised Arrow Global on multiple financing and refinancing transactions, including real estate finance as well as acquisition finance valued at EUR200 million.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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André Figueiredo
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André Figueiredo
Head of Banking & Finance
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Band 2
André Figueiredo leads much of the firm's key finance transactional work, including advice on the acquisition of NPL or REO portfolios. His knowledge covers syndicated financing, complex loan negotiations and regulatory banking issues.

He shows availability and confidence and provides advice and guidance where needed, showing a constructive and solution-driven approach to the negotiation.

André Figueiredo has a tremendous level of commercial awareness, with the ability to navigate complex issues and spell out key issues appropriately to the client.

Bruno Ferreira
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Bruno Ferreira
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Band 2
Bruno Ferreira has extensive experience on both the borrower and lender sides of real estate finance deals, with further activity in corporate financing.

Bruno Ferreira is always focused on adding value to the client. His extensive experience, profound knowledge and exceptional negotiation skills are just some examples of his amazing skills.

Bruno Ferreira demonstrates unparalleled dedication, always prioritising our needs and proactively identifying potential legal challenges before they become issues.

Pedro Siza Vieira
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Pedro Siza Vieira
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Band 2

Pedro Siza Vieira has experience with different types of refinancing projects. He manages high-value transactions, including those related to the financing of acquisitions.

He is bright on anything that he works on.

Gonçalo dos Reis Martins
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Gonçalo dos Reis Martins
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Band 3

Gonçalo dos Reis Martins assists with commercial agreements between financial services sector companies and advises on related regulatory issues. He is also well placed to assist with the sale of NPLs and refinancings.

He demonstrates total availability during the processes and constant monitoring of the activities carried out at each moment.

Ranked Lawyers at
PLMJ

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Portugal

Banking & Finance

André Figueiredo
2
André Figueiredo
Head of Banking & Finance
2
Band 2
Bruno Ferreira
2
Bruno Ferreira
2
Band 2
Pedro Siza Vieira
2
Pedro Siza Vieira
2
Band 2
Gonçalo dos Reis Martins
3
Gonçalo dos Reis Martins
3
Band 3

Members

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André Figueiredo

André Figueiredo

Head of Department

Pedro Siza Vieira

Raquel Azevedo