Chambers Global

• Vasco Vieira de Almeida (Senior Statesmen)
• Pedro Cassiano Santos (Star Individuals)
• Paula Gomes Freire (Band 2)
• Pedro Simões Coelho (Band 4)

"Founding partner Vasco Vieira de Almeida is widely recognised as a point of reference in the Portuguese banking and finance market.
Clients describe Pedro Cassiano Santos as "amazing: probably the number-one structured finance lawyer in Portugal." "His weakness is that he can't be everywhere at the same time!" remarks another client.
Clients praise Paula Gomes Freire as "a commercially minded lawyer who provides sophisticated solutions." She counts Banco Santander and Banco Espírito Santo amongst her clients.
Peers highlight Pedro Simões Coelho's expertise in investment funds and regulatory matters, saying: "He is great and very knowledgeable in these areas.""

• Pedro Cassiano Santos (Band 1)
• Paula Gomes Freire (Band 2)
• Hugo Moredo Santos (Band 3)
• Orlando Vogler Guiné (Band 4)

"Clients describe Pedro Cassiano Santos as "no doubt one of the best finance lawyers in Portugal. His support goes far beyond the strictly legal aspects - he understands client needs and offers high-quality advice." He recently led Banco Espírito Santo's EUR750 million bond issue.
Paula Gomes Freire climbs the rankings thanks to glowing client feedback. "She is highly knowledgeable, capable, helpful, precise and efficient. A great pleasure to work with," remarks an interviewee.
Young partner Hugo Moredo Santos impresses sources with his expertise: "He is great, excellent, very solid. Versatile and measured."
According to clients, Orlando Vogler Guiné is "a promising lawyer, with extensive expertise in capital markets.""

• João Vieira de Almeida (Band 1)
• Jorge M Bleck (Band 1)
• Helena Vaz Pinto (Band 4)
• Cláudia da Cruz Almeida (Up and Coming)
• Paulo Olavo Cunha (Band 3)

"Jorge M Bleck, formerly of Linklaters, joined the firm in September 2013. He is an expert in private equity and international joint ventures. According to peers, he is "one of the best M&A lawyers in Portugal."
Managing partner João Vieira de Almeida leads the team. He acts on behalf of a prestigious clientele which includes Stirling Square Capital Partners.
Practice co-head Paulo Olavo Cunha is a strong academic with extensive expertise in corporate matters.
Helena Vaz Pinto advises domestic and foreign clients on M&A, venture capital and finance matters.
According to clients, Claudia da Cruz Almeida is "excellent: hard-working, extremely organised and a strong negotiator.""

• João Vieira de Almeida

"Lisbon-based João Vieira de Almeida serves as managing partner of Vieira de Almeida & Associados. He acts on behalf of a prestigious clientele which includes Stirling Square Capital Partners."

• Frederico Gonçalves Pereira (Band 2)
• Miguel Pinto Cardoso (Band 2)
• Sofia Ribeiro Branco (Band 4)
• Ana Falcão Afonso (Band 4)

"Clients single out Frederico Gonçalves Pereira as "one of the best litigators in the market - a great strategist who goes straight to the point."
Miguel Pinto Cardoso earns warm client praise, with one affirming: "I really like him and I intend to continue working with him wherever he goes."
According to peers, Ana Falcão Afonso is "a great litigator. Fantastic and a delight to work with for sure."
Peers say Sofia Ribeiro Branco "is great on corporate crime and will soon become an authority. She is very active and talented.""

• Manuel Protasio (Band 1)
• Vanda Cascão (Band 3)
• Paulo de Barros Baptista (Band 3)
• Ana Luís de Sousa (Band 4)

"Interviewees say head of department Manuel Protásio "is nice to work with and extremely knowledgeable. He always gives constructive advice."
Vanda Cascão is a recognised name in the market. She specialises in infrastructure projects.
Clients describe Paulo de Barros Baptista as "extremely solid, knowledgeable and strategic. He understands client needs and has a global perspective of business."
Clients praise Ana Luís de Sousa: "She is dedicated, clever and a good negotiator.""