Public Law
Europe Guide 2024 : Portugal
Band 1
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Provided by VdA
In recent years assistance in matters of Public Law has been one of the focal points of our strategy and today the firm is a top player in the field. We excel in all areas of public law and are present particularly in: Public Contracts (competition and other pre-contractual procedures), Administrative Contracts (public service and public works concessions, management contracts for public services, service provider contracts, etc), PPPs (public-private partnerships) in various sectors (rail and road network infrastructures, sporting infrastructures, water, sanitation, health), urban development, expropriation and public property. The team have worked through the years with various public-sector bodies i.e. central government and public administration and institutions, regional governments and local authorities – as well as with companies in different areas of activity, with a particularly strong presence amongst road concessionaires and public service licensees in the areas of health, transport, water and sanitation.
For a comprehensive list of the services we provide, visit the VdA website for more details: http://vda.pt/en
Chambers Review
VdA has a stellar reputation in the public law market with the ability to provide a deep bench of recognised individuals who are active on matters concerning Portugal and other lusophone jurisdictions. The team advises on concessions and public procurement, as well as privatisation processes. It possesses a solid presence in the banking, telecommunications, infrastructure and transport sectors. The firm regularly handles public law arbitration and also represents clients in litigation mandates. Its clients include key public organisations and companies, as well as domestic and multinational private entities.
Work Highlights
- VdA assisted CTT with matters relating to a postal service concession agreement with the Portuguese state.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"VdA is excellent and its lawyers are always very helpful and available."
"VdA is excellent and its lawyers are always very helpful and available."
Notable Practitioners
Paulo Pinheiro provides expert advice to clients on public restructurings, public procurements and privatisations. He also acts in administrative disputes and arbitration proceedings.
Rodrigo Esteves de Oliveira has a wealth of experience handling arbitration proceedings in relation to concession agreements and administrative litigation cases, as well as providing advice on environmental regulation and public tenders.
Ana Marta Castro is a respected lawyer who frequently assists clients with restructurings and privatisation mandates. She also advises on administrative disputes and public procurement.
Ranked Lawyers at
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