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At VdA we have extensive Capital Markets' experience, with a focus on the national and international issuance of debt and equity securities, privatization, IPOs, acquisitions, listings and de-listings and corporate restructurings of listed companies.

We work closely with companies and corporations, fund managers, venture capital and private equity firms, brokers and banks in matters of capital markets, be it transactional or regulatory work.

Our practice area excels in regularly advising some of the most preeminent issuers and financial institutions - domestic and international - in their relationship with the regulators.

For a comprehensive list of the services we provide both internationally and in the Portugal, visit the VdA website for more details: http://vda.pt/en

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Capital Markets - Portugal

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What the Team is Known For

VdA offers a highly regarded capital markets practice praised for its first-rate expertise in DCM. The team regularly assists international investment banks with their role as managers and underwriters of Portuguese bond issuances, including retail and green bonds. The lawyers also have extensive experience acting on the underwriter side of capital increases carried out by major Portuguese energy or construction companies. The law firm advises on securitisations, acting for an impressive list of originator banks, issuers and investors.

Work Highlights

  • VdA assisted a banking syndicate of joint lead managers with Fidelidade's issuance of EUR500 million perpetual subordinated fixed-rate resettable temporary write-down restricted Tier 1 notes.

Strengths

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VdA offers exceptional support during and after closing a deal.

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VdA offers rigour, proactivity and creativity in the face of unusual, complex or unforeseen situations.

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VdA demonstrates a remarkable ability to handle complex and sophisticated matters, combining deep technical expertise with a strategic and multidisciplinary approach.

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VdA is distinguished by its efficiency, availability and problem-solving ability.

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Notable Practitioners

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Paula Gomes Freire
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Paula Gomes Freire
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Eminent Practitioners

Managing Partner Paula Gomes Freire is best known for her advice on securitisation transactions. She routinely advises originator banks on the STS-compliant securitisation of auto loan portfolios.

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Hugo Moredo Santos
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Hugo Moredo Santos
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Hugo Moredo Santos plays a leading role in many of the firm's major equity and debt capital market mandates. He acts for international banks and Portuguese corporate issuers, including sports clubs.

Hugo Moredo Santos is an excellent lawyer, with in-depth knowledge and great availability for the client.

Hugo Moredo Santos offers extensive experience, pragmatism, negotiation skills and constant availability.

Hugo Moredo Santos provides invaluable advice. He is calm under pressure and his ability to explain complex concepts make him an exceptional legal adviser.

Hugo Moredo Santos is excellent.

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Pedro Cassiano Santos
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Pedro Cassiano Santos
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Pedro Cassiano Santos assists a range of high-profile international and domestic clients with the full range of capital market matters. His expertise covers securitisations and a variety of debt and equity capital market deals.

Pedro Cassiano Santos has extensive knowledge of his clients' businesses and a great ability to meet their needs on all levels.

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José Pedro Fazenda Martins
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José Pedro Fazenda Martins
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José Pedro Fazenda Martins is experienced in equity capital markets and bond issuance matters. He also provides regulatory advice.

José Pedro Fazenda Martins is a master of securities regulation and market dynamics.

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Orlando Vogler Guiné
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Orlando Vogler Guiné
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Orlando Vogler Guiné plays a key supporting role in many of the firm's debt and equity capital matters. He assists with green bond issuances, securitisation and derivatives transactions.

Orlando Vogler Guiné has a keen business sense, with demonstrable leadership in the way he interacts with clients.

Orlando Vogler Guiné is a great technician with excellent responsiveness.

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Paula Gomes Freire
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Paula Gomes Freire
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Eminent Practitioners
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Hugo Moredo Santos
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Hugo Moredo Santos
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Band 1
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Pedro Cassiano Santos
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Pedro Cassiano Santos
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Band 2
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José Pedro Fazenda Martins
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José Pedro Fazenda Martins
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Band 3
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Orlando Vogler Guiné
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Orlando Vogler Guiné
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Band 3
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