Sérvulo & Associados, Banking & Finance

About

Provided by Sérvulo & Associados

SÉRVULO provides regular advice to credit institutions and finance companies, has vast experience of financial operations and debt restructuring, routinely assists with the development of banking products and services, and is particularly skilled in handling complex national and international transactions. The firm also represents clients in their dealings with the relevant regulatory authorities, seeking authorisations for credit institutions, investment companies, holding companies and respective qualified shareholders.

Chambers Review

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Banking & Finance - Portugal

Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Sérvulo & Associados is a highly respected practice noted for its outstanding regulatory advice. The firm often provides assistance to prominent financial institutions and investment funds and is well placed to assist with transactional or operational issues. It has experience in the establishment and authorisation of payment services entities.

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Work Highlights

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Sérvulo & Associados advised Saltpay on the incorporation of its payment institution including registration in Portugal.

Strengths

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"The team has a holistic approach to problems, considering the legislation, the reality of the company and knowledge of the legislature."

Banking & Finance respondent
Europe

"The quality of the service is strong, the team meets deadlines and presents a very complete response."

Banking & Finance respondent
Europe

"The team has a holistic approach to problems, considering the legislation, the reality of the company and knowledge of the legislature."

Banking & Finance respondent
Europe

"The quality of the service is strong, the team meets deadlines and presents a very complete response."

Banking & Finance respondent
Europe

Notable Practitioners

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Paulo Câmara

Band 1

Paulo Câmara leads financial services regulatory matters both for major Portuguese banks and for new entrants to the market.

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Manuel Magalhães

Band 2

Manuel Magalhães has notable experience in financing matters arising within the context of insolvencies of Portuguese credit institutions. He also earns praise for his broader finance practice, which includes advice on the negotiation of new corporate loans. His expertise also covers regulatory banking mandates.

"He has an ability to analyse the different angles to solve the problems presented by the clients. He is careful when presenting the solutions and anticipates the issues."

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