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PLMJ's Corporate M&A practice advises large and medium-sized companies and investment funds on acquisitions, mergers, demergers and joint ventures in the Portuguese market. It has also worked on the most important privatisation processes that have taken place in Portugal.

We act for companies in a wide range of sectors on mergers and acquisitions, in-court and out-of-court corporate restructurings and corporate governance.

Our team advises on corporate, commercial and contractual matters and assists in the negotiation of partnerships and joint ventures.

In advising our clients, we always focus on being aware of the sectors and markets in which they operate and maintain close contact with the regulators in each sector.

Chambers Review

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Corporate/M&A - Portugal

1
Band 1

What the Team is Known For

PLMJ offers outstanding assistance with diverse and complex M&A transactions. This practice benefits from an extensive list of prominent clients from a variety of industries including construction, energy and financial institutions and multinational companies operating within the retail and real estate sectors, including listed entities and household names. The team advises on bidding processes, cross-border acquisitions, additionally handling joint venture agreements. The law firm boasts extensive experience in multi-jurisdictional transactions and its presence is bolstered by numerous foreign desks including Mozambique, Angola, Brazil and France.

Work Highlights

Provided by PLMJ

  • PLMJ assisted Cegid with the EUR500 million acquisition of Grupo Primavera.

Strengths

Provided by Chambers

"PLMJ has a multidisciplinary team with good analytical capabilities."

Corporate/M&A respondent
Europe

"The lawyers are cautious in their analysis, able to think out of the box and with strong commercial awareness."

Corporate/M&A respondent
Europe

"The team at PLMJ is truly superb. They provide insightful guidance and recommendations and I appreciate their ability to simplify complex legal matters."

Corporate/M&A respondent
Europe

"The team is available and quick to respond to any questions or concerns. Their exceptional service makes us feel valued as clients and contributes to a successful transaction."

Corporate/M&A respondent
Europe

Notable Practitioners

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Diogo Perestrelo
1
Diogo Perestrelo
Head of Corporate/M&A
1
Band 1

Diogo Perestrelo is highly sought after by clients who seek assistance with the negotiation of complex SPAs, demonstrating extensive experience in cross-border acquisitions.

"Diogo Perestrelo is a very knowledgeable lawyer with strong technical skills."

"He is a problem solver, always solution-oriented, available and reliable."

"Diogo Perestrelo provides senior leadership and strong commercial acumen to support the successful delivery of complex negotiations."

"He has a profound knowledge of the matters. He knows the clients and their commercial ambitions very well."

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Duarte Schmidt Lino
3
Duarte Schmidt Lino
Head of Corporate/M&A
3
Band 3

Duarte Schmidt Lino is frequently seen advising on both sales and acquisitions, with further experience in handling complex corporate restructurings.

"He knows the market very well and has a commercial view."

"His practical approach is exceptional when challenging issues need to be addressed."

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Teresa Afonso
U
Teresa Afonso
U
Up and Coming

Up-and-coming lawyer Teresa Afonso enters the rankings this year backed by positive client support. She offers experience in handling complex acquisitions.

"She stands out for her ability to deliver, her dedication and communication skills."

"Teresa Afonso has comprehensive knowledge as well as negotiation and management skills."

"She has the ability to lead numerous issues simultaneously."

"She is a very good partner who is commercially minded and makes herself available."

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Ranked Lawyers at
PLMJ

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Corporate/M&A
Diogo Perestrelo
1
Diogo Perestrelo
Head of Corporate/M&A
1
Band 1
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Duarte Schmidt Lino
3
Duarte Schmidt Lino
Head of Corporate/M&A
3
Band 3
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Teresa Afonso
U
Teresa Afonso
U
Up and Coming
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Members

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Bárbara Godinho Correira

Diogo Perestrelo

Diogo Perestrelo

Head of Department

Duarte Schmidt Lino

Duarte Schmidt Lino

Head of Department

Filipe Avides Moreira

Inês Pinto da Costa

Teresa Madeira Afonso