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Carlos Osório de Castro

Carlos Osório de Castro

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Ranked in 2 practice areas

About

Provided by Morais Leitão, Galvão Teles, Soares da Silva & Associados, SP, RL.

Practice Areas

Corporate and commercial, capital markets.

Career

Joined the Firm in 2006 as Partner, where he remains as an active lawyer following a ringfencing agreement. Well-known Portuguese lawyer for his involvement in complex projects involving both national and international clients. Founding partner of Osório de Castro, Verde Pinho, Vieira Peres, Lobo Xavier e Associados (1989-2005). Member of the Review Committee of the Portuguese Securities Code. Author of the new Portuguese Bankruptcy Code.

Professional Memberships

Portuguese Bar Association.

Publications

Author of several books and articles in his areas of expertise.

Personal

Law degree (University of Coimbra, 1982). Master's degree on legal business (University of Coimbra).

Chambers Review

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Chambers Global Guide

Corporate/M&A: The Elite - Portugal

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Individual Editorial
Carlos Osório de Castro is a reputable practitioner, prominent amongst energy and construction players. He is an experienced M&A adviser, assisting in complex share deals.

Capital Markets - Portugal

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Individual Editorial
Carlos Osório de Castro stands out as a longstanding and well-respected figure in the market. He draws praise from clients and peers for his track record in significant corporate and equity capital markets transactions. His expertise covers public offerings, takeover bids and capital increases.

Strengths

Provided by Chambers

  • Carlos Osório de Castro is an excellent lawyer with great legal knowledge.

    Corporate/M&A: The EliteChambers Global Guide

Ranked Individuals at Morais Leitão, Galvão Teles, Soares da Silva & Associados, SP, RL. (26)

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Portugal

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