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Morais Leitão, Galvão Teles, Soares da Silva & Associados

General Business Law: International Firms

Global Guide 2026 : Mozambique


Morais Leitão, Galvão Teles, Soares da Silva & Associados

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Morais Leitão is an international law firm with headquarters in Portugal, which, through its network Morais Leitão Legal Circle, also ensures presence in Angola, Cape Verde, Mozambique and Singapore. We are driven by quality and innovative legal thinking - regardless of country, culture or continent. We operate with common values and principles in order to establish a platform for providing quality legal services to clients around the world.

At Morais Leitão, we ensure that the tradition of legal depth is always combined with innovation, consistently offering excellent legal services and procedures in any location. We anticipate trends in the different areas of law, proactively supporting clients in all sectors of activity in their internationalisation and transnational operations. This is what we are passionate about: we develop legal services on a daily basis to guarantee clients the achievement of their strategic objectives, with a cohesive international team able to offer an integrated and effective service.

We opened our Singapore office in 2023 to serve clients looking for the perfect hub between Asia-Pacific, Africa and Europe. The Morais Leitão team strategically advises both inbound and outbound clients, leveraging our well-established network with striking credentials.

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General Business Law: International Firms - Mozambique

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

Morais Leitão, Galvão Teles, Soares da Silva & Associados operates a noteworthy Mozambique practice which often advises on sophisticated banking and finance mandates, including project finance matters. The Lisbon-based team also acts on M&A, tax issues, competition and licensing issues. It is regularly instructed by clients on oil and gas and renewable energy files, and is partnered with Maputo-based law firm MDR Advogados.

Work Highlights

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  • Morais Leitão advised MAN Energy Solutions and CSIC Longjiang on a merger control notification in Mozambique.

Strengths

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  • Its competence and availability sets it apart from other competitors.

    General Business Law: International Firms respondentGlobal
  • Morais Leitão's team is diverse, flexible and commercial in terms of experience.

    General Business Law: International Firms respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • Mozambique, expertise based abroad in SingaporeAndré de Sousa Vieira
    Mozambique, expertise based abroad in SingaporeAndré de Sousa Vieira

    André de Sousa Vieira

    André de Sousa Vieira is an experienced figure who frequently assists clients with matters in Mozambique. He regularly handles files in the natural resources sector, with noteworthy experience in project finance.

  • Mozambique, expertise based abroad in PortugalClaudia Santos Cruz
    Mozambique, expertise based abroad in PortugalClaudia Santos Cruz

    Claudia Santos Cruz

    Claudia Santos Cruz is known for her capabilities in project finance and M&A matters. She is well placed to assist with cross-border matters. Based in Lisbon, she holds the distinction of being admitted in England & Wales, Portugal and Mozambique.

    • I appreciate Claudia Santos Cruz’s second-to-none technical excellence. Her wealth of experience in this market gives clients confidence in the decision making process.

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Ranked Individuals at Morais Leitão, Galvão Teles, Soares da Silva & Associados (2)

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    André de Sousa Vieira

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    Claudia Santos Cruz

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