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VdA

Real Estate

Europe Guide 2026 : Portugal

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Deeply experienced in providing advice to private and public entities, our team of experts joins together technical expertise with a profound knowledge of the clients' business sector. We provide clients with a one stop shop for property services – be it commercial or residential - ranging from the acquisition and planning stages, through to construction, disposal and asset management. We provide clients with multi-disciplinary and global approach to real estate matters, bringing together experts in environmental law, tax, M&A, planning or litigation and arbitration. We are experts at a wide array of legal work, from structuring Investment Funds, company or asset-based restructurings, funding and creation of guaranteed packages, share-deals and stone-deals, to negotiating sale and lease-back transactions.
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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Real Estate - Portugal

Band 1

What the Team is Known For
A well-reputed domestic outfit, VdA holds extensive experience in large real estate acquisitions and sale and purchase agreements. The law firm often advises on mandates involving hotel, residential and office buildings, and is regularly instructed by international developers or funds.
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Work Highlights

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  • VdA advised Vanguard Properties on the development of two tourism and residential projects in Comporta.

Strengths

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  • VdA has a deep understanding of its clients, with a pragmatic approach to issues and the pursuit of the best solutions for specific cases.

    Real Estate respondentEurope

  • VdA provides an excellent service. The entire team is helpful, producing quality documents.

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  • VdA combines meticulous attention to detail with a holistic understanding of transactions, which adds real value.

    Real Estate respondentEurope

  • VdA is distinguished for its team size, the high quality and technical expertise of each of its lawyers and its focus on the successful completion of transactions.

    Real Estate respondentEurope

  • The firm stands out for its availability, high level of legal knowledge and business focus. It has excellent negotiation skills.

    Real Estate respondentEurope

Notable Practitioners

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  • Miguel Marques dos Santos
    Miguel Marques dos Santos

    Miguel Marques dos Santos

    Miguel Marques dos Santos has an outstanding reputation in the market due to his ability to advise on complex real estate acquisitions and project developments. He assists a prominent list of asset managers and real estate funds.

    • Miguel Marques dos Santos brings a structured approach to complex situations, which resonates with client's objectives.

      Real Estate respondentEurope

    • Miguel Marques dos Santos is one of the best in his area of practice.

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  • Pedro Corrêa d'Oliveira
    Pedro Corrêa d'Oliveira

    Pedro Corrêa d'Oliveira

    Pedro Corrêa d'Oliveira regularly assists property developers and investors with the acquisition and sale of real estate assets.

    • Pedro Correra d'Oliverira is a pleasure to work with. He is highly experienced and knowledgeable and seems to be a great teacher and mentor to more junior members in his team.

      Real Estate respondentEurope

    • Pedro Correra d'Oliverira is highly versatile and able to manage intricate and complex situations while maintaining a consistently hands-on approach. He reliably delivers high quality outcomes.

      Real Estate respondentEurope

    • Pedro Corrêa d'Oliveira is a fantastic lawyer. He is always friendly, patient, thoughtful and devoted.

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  • Pedro Ferreirinha
    Pedro Ferreirinha

    Pedro Ferreirinha

    Pedro Ferreirinha maintains an impressive practice advising on both the financial and corporate aspects of real estate transactions. He often represents domestic property developers.
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  • Pedro Pereira Coutinho
    Pedro Pereira Coutinho

    Pedro Pereira Coutinho

    Pedro Pereira Coutinho is proficient in assisting clients with the sale and acquisition of retail assets and also provides advice on notable projects in the tourism sector, as well as residential property. He frequently assists hotel chains and real estate investors.

    • Pedro Pereira Coutinho has good judgement. He is focused on finding effective solutions and quickly resolving issues.

      Real Estate respondentEurope

    • Pedro Pereira Coutinho has great knowledge of the law and an understanding of its use in commercial contexts. He is solution-driven.

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  • Lisa Ventura Lopes
    Lisa Ventura Lopes

    Lisa Ventura Lopes

    Lisa Ventura Lopes is experienced assisting with real estate transactions, including large portfolio acquisitions, as well as development projects.

    • Lisa Ventura Lopes is a complete and rigorous real estate lawyer.

      Real Estate respondentEurope

    • Lisa Ventura Lopes is talented, versatile and highly skilled in negotiations. She demonstrates incredible empathy toward clients and possesses deep legal knowledge.

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    • Lisa Ventura Lopes is always available and her knowledge is always visible when it comes to real estate law.

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    • She stands out for her organisation of the deal, technical knowledge and negotiation skills with the counterparty.

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