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What the Team is Known For

VdA is a well-regarded international law firm that is highlighted for its work on behalf of companies from the energy and natural resources space. The Lisbon-headquartered team is adept at handling corporate, tax and finance mandates for clients with interests in Angola, notably those involved in the oil and gas sector. Clients also benefit from its on-the-ground presence via its association with local firm ASP Advogados.

Work Highlights

  • VdA assisted Trafigura, Mota Engil and Vecturis with concession agreements in their operations at the Lobito Corridor.

Strengths

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VdA provides commercial solutions and good, practical service.

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VdA's team is very knowledgeable in Angolan regulations and covers a wide spectrum of areas.

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Notable Practitioners

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João Afonso Fialho
João Afonso Fialho
Expertise Based Abroad

Lisbon-based partner João Afonso Fialho is regarded as a leading lawyer for commercial matters in Angola. He is often singled out for his experience advising on issues concerning the energy and natural resource sector, with particular knowledge of the mining industry. He is regularly sought out by multinational companies to assist with sophisticated corporate matters.

João is a very responsive lawyer who is able to deal with complex issues and is very commercially astute. He is a strong negotiator and can think quickly both in English and Portuguese.

João Afonso Fialho is a consummate professional with deep experience in the mining industry in Angola.

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José Miguel Oliveira
José Miguel Oliveira
Expertise Based Abroad

José Miguel Oliveira is well regarded by market observers for his experience in the oil and gas sector. He is further skilled at assisting clients with energy, banking and foreign investment mandates in Angola from the firm's Lisbon office.

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Paulo Trindade Costa
Paulo Trindade Costa
Expertise Based Abroad
Paulo Trindade Costa is an experienced practitioner able to advise a range of clients on corporate transactions and financing matters in Angola. His client base includes players active in the banking and energy sectors. He is based in Lisbon.
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João Afonso Fialho
João Afonso Fialho
Portugal expertise based abroad
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José Miguel Oliveira
José Miguel Oliveira
Portugal expertise based abroad
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Paulo Trindade Costa
Paulo Trindade Costa
Portugal expertise based abroad
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