Noted for advising both lenders and sponsors, CS’Associados maintains a prominent presence in the projects space, and continues to play a key role in the financing of major infrastructure projects across the renewable energy, road, health, waste management, water and ports sectors. Maria Castelos, a reference in the projects space, regularly advises sponsors on the financing of energy and infrastructure developments, while Duarte Brito de Goes is a go-to counsel for banks and syndicates on energy, road concession, and greenfield projects. Mafalda Ferreira focuses on domestic and cross-border acquisitions, disposals, and financings in infrastructure and transport, and André Salgado de Matos is noted for his expertise in public sector projects.

Led by Francisco Ferraz de Carvalho, the project team at Linklaters is highly regarded for advising both lenders and sponsors on the entire lifecycle of a project, including the acquisition and financing of energy and infrastructure assets, project development and construction, and matters spanning public and administrative law. The group demonstrates a deep understanding of projects across the energy and natural resources, road, rail, telecoms, healthcare, water and sanitation sectors. Ferraz de Carvalho brings extensive experience in project finance and development. Maria de Athayde Tavares is recognised for her expertise in regulatory, environmental, and administrative issues linked to project finance, development, M&A, and investment structuring. Maria José Sousa Leite and Teresa Novo Faria further enhance the team’s project finance capabilities.

 

Morais Leitão, Galvão Teles, Soares da Silva & Associados is highly regarded among lenders, developers, public entities, sponsors and contractors for its multidisciplinary expertise across infrastructure projects spanning energy, transport, TMT, and real estate. The team stands out for its strong capabilities in project finance, but is well placed to advise on the full lifecycle of projects in Portugal and Lusophone Africa. Filipe Lowndes Marques heads up the project finance arm of the practice, while Catarina Brito Ferreira advises a wide range of stakeholders on M&A transactions and project development in the renewable energy sector. Margarida Olazabal Cabral brings extensive knowledge of public and administrative law. Filipa Morais Alçada is particularly active in the financing of renewable energy projects, and Cláudia Castanheira Dos Santos is noted for her experience in project finance involving road concessions, renewable energy and residential real estate ventures.

Led by Maria Zagallo, the projects team at PLMJ advises clients across the energy, transport, healthcare, airport, and construction sectors on the full range of projects and project finance matters. Zagallo is widely recognised for her extensive experience leading complex mandates involving public and private stakeholders, including large-scale infrastructure projects across the roads, railways, airports, ports, healthcare, water and waste sectors. Joana Brandão plays a key role in energy, infrastructure, and real estate projects, and showcases significant expertise in urban concessions and public works. Diogo Perestrelo is skilled in large-scale transport, energy and other infrastructure projects, while Elsa Pizarro Pardal routinely advises on the financing of road and rail infrastructure projects.

Uría Menéndez is well known for its multidisciplinary approach to project finance, combining public law and banking expertise to advise on renewable energy, transport, and road concession projects. Led by Bernardo Diniz de Ayala, a go-to adviser for grantors, sponsors, and lenders, the team is recognised for its expertise in the structuring and financing of greenfield projects, M&A and financing deals, and regulatory mandates. João Louro e Costa brings extensive experience in the transport and energy sectors, advising on cross-border transactions. Gonçalo Andrade e Sousa focuses on project development and M&A involving regulated assets.

Abreu Advogados is highly regarded for its work in major infrastructure and energy projects in Portugal and Lusophone Africa, bringing together expertise in public law, project finance, and regulatory matters. A go-to destination for developers, public entities and financial institutions, the team is jointly led by three partners: Bruno Azevedo Rodrigues advises on project development and finance across energy, natural resources, transport, and infrastructure; Mafalda Teixeira de Abreu is recognised for her strength in public contracting and public tenders; and banking and finance partner Pedro Ferreira Malaquias. Rui Ferreira da Almeida is particularly active advising on renewable energy projects.

Combining deep expertise in infrastructure transactions, renewable energy, and project finance and development, CMS advises concessionaires, investment management firms, and energy and engineering companies on projects in Portugal and Lusophone Africa. Mónica Carneiro Pacheco regularly assists clients in the energy sector with regulatory and project development matters, while António Payan Martins is recognised for his experience in project finance mandates. Alberto Galhardo Simões, head of the Lusophone Africa team, has deep experience in project finance, infrastructure transactions and PPP projects.

Cuatrecasas is a go-to choice for international financing entities, sponsors and concessionaires seeking advice on the full spectrum of project development and financing matters across the road, rail, energy, water, ports, and healthcare sectors. Margarida Leal de Oliveira is recognised for her experience in domestic and international infrastructure projects spanning road, rail, renewable energy and health PPPs. Manuel Requicha Ferreira specialises in project finance for energy and mining companies, while Lourenço Vilhena De Freitas has extensive expertise in public procurement and PPPs.

Active across the renewable energy, transport, logistics, infrastructure, and healthcare sectors, Pérez-Llorca advises Portuguese and international banks, sponsors, and institutional investors on major project development and finance, as well as secondary-market acquisitions and refinancings. Practice head Carlos Vaz De Almeida routinely acts for banks, investment funds and sponsors in big-ticket project finance deals, PPPs, and infrastructure development. Débora Melo Fernandes is noted for her public law and regulatory expertise, with a special emphasis on the energy, mobility and infrastructure segments. Gonçalo Bargado assists with concession and PPP contracts, and Joana Alves de Abreu, who joined from Morais Leitão, Galvão Teles, Soares da Silva & Associados in January 2025, is skilled in energy and infrastructure-related financing deals.

Sérvulo & Associados is highly regarded for its wealth of experience in advising public entities on tender procedures, procurement, and public concessions, with notable experience in energy and infrastructure projects in Portugal and Lusophone Africa. Co-head Mark Kirkby has a strong track record in concessions and PPPs, particularly within the renewable energy and transport sectors. Fellow co-lead Francisca Mendes da Costa focuses on concessions, public procurement, and PPPs, frequently advising on international mandates across Mozambique, Angola, São Tomé and Príncipe, and Cape Verde.

SRS Legal advises public bodies and private entities on project development, infrastructure financing, and public law matters. The projects department has extensive experience across the energy, transport, and infrastructure sectors, particularly in PPPs. José Luís Moreira da Silva, who focuses on projects in the energy, infrastructure and transport sectors in Portugal and other Lusophone countries, oversees the practice with finance specialist Alexandra Valente. João Filipe Graça focuses on procurement, concessions, and regulatory issues in the energy and telecoms sectors, while Mariana Silva Marques is active in PPPs, administrative concessions and public procurement.

TELLES is well equipped to advise on the development and implementation of projects across the energy sector, regularly assisting sponsors, lenders, and developers. Ivone Rocha advises both public and private entities on the structuring and execution of renewable energy projects, drawing on extensive experience in regulatory and transactional matters within the industry.

DLA Piper ABBC advises sponsors and financiers across the energy, transport, oil and gas, and water sectors, with notable strength in project financing, PPPs and procurement in both Portugal and Lusophone Africa. The team is led by André Duarte Figueira, an expert in regulatory matters and concession agreements. Tomás Alves focuses on energy and infrastructure projects, with particular experience in Angola.

Gómez-Acebo & Pombo has notable expertise in project development and financing across the construction, transport, and water sectors, advising municipal authorities, financial institutions, and private companies. Ana Luísa Guimarães focuses on PPPs, concessions, and projects in regulated sectors such as water, waste, and mobility. Mafalda Barreto leads on finance matters, while Ricardo Campos advises on project development and financing across the transport, energy, healthcare and logistics spaces.

MACEDO VITORINO is active in energy, industrial, telecoms, and infrastructure projects, including solar photovoltaic developments. The team also handles project finance across these sectors. João Macedo Vitorino advises domestic and international companies, private equity houses and investment funds on cross-border project transactions, while André Vasques Dias focuses on financing matters.

Co-led by Nelson Raposo Bernardo and Joana Andrade Correia, the team at Raposo Bernardo is a regular adviser on complex projects involving both public and private stakeholders. Its experience covers procurement strategy, PPP structuring, and the financing of large developments in the energy and infrastructure sectors. Raposo Bernardo is recognised for his expertise in project development, financing, and M&A transactions, while Andrade Correia is active in transport-related projects and infrastructure mandates.