The ‘high-quality team’ at Cuatrecasas offers comprehensive advice to clients across the real estate industry, from traditional areas such as residential, offices, retail and tourism projects, to emerging sectors like senior and student residences. Department leader Nuno Sá Carvalho is skilled at handling high-value real estate transactions involving hotels, shopping centres, and offices, showcasing strength in portfolio acquisitions and project development. Sara Quaresma has a wealth of experience in construction law and licensing matters. The team has recently expanded with the May 2023 addition of Hugo Nunes from Sofia Galvao Advogados, who delivers end-to-end real estate project guidance, and that of Sofia Gomes da Costa, who joined from PLMJ in June 2023, bringing extensive knowledge of cross-border transactions and structured finance.

Garrigues Portugal plays a pivotal role in facilitating real estate M&A transactions, most notably portfolio deals. Catering to an elite clientele that includes private equity firms, banks, pension funds, and other financial entities, the team’s expertise extends to real estate finance and project development. The firm is also carving a niche in the underwriting of warranty and indemnity insurance policies. Jorge Salvador Gonçalves leads the practice, representing significant international investors and developers. Miguel Menezes Da Silva stands out for his strong track record in M&A involving real estate assets.

Morais Leitão, Galvão Teles, Soares da Silva & Associados boasts a wealth of knowledge in corporate and transactional real estate matters, guiding clients in the structuring of investments, including the acquisition and sale of substantial portfolios. The corporate real estate and tourism practice is led by the 'outstanding and goal-oriented' João Torroaes Valente, who acts for both national and international investors in transactions involving a variety of assets, from shopping centres, to logistics and tourism projects. Rita Ferreira Vicente excels in tourism developments and real estate funds-related transactions, while João Fitas provides expert advice on on asset and share deals, as well as sale and leasebacks.

With significant expertise in M&A, warranty and indemnity insurance policy negotiations, restructurings, and financings in the real estate space, Uría Menéndez offers ‘innovative and pragmatic solutions’ to a variety of clients, most notably investors, financial entities and developers. The practice is led by Rita Xavier de Brito, who specialises in the sale, purchase, and development of logistics, offices, and retail properties, and Francisco da Cunha Ferreira, who brings expertise in acquisition finance, corporate restructurings in the real estate and hospitality sectors, and mortgage-backed loan portfolio acquisitions. Duarte Garin retired at the end of 2023.

VdA’s robust real estate team is well versed in the entire spectrum of real estate matters, standing out for its strong track record in M&A, financings and project development in the hospitality, retail, and commercial spheres. Noted by clients for being ‘highly knowledgeable about the real estate market’, Pedro Ferreirinha demonstrates deep expertise in the acquisition, sale, and leasing of various projects, including office, residential, leisure, and retail properties. Team members Miguel Marques dos Santos and Pedro Pereira Coutinho concentrate on transactional work and on the management of real estate projects, including construction supervision services agreements. Pedro Corrêa d’Oliveira, who oversees the real estate team based in Porto, is another name to note for real estate M&A, sale and leasebacks and project development.

Abreu Advogados leverages its ‘in-depth knowledge’ of the real estate sector to guide developers, financial entities and high-net-worth international private investors in transactions within Portugal. Working regularly with international retailers, developers, family offices, and institutional investors, the 'exceptional and extremely competent' Tiago Mendonça de Castro is well versed in project development, real estate asset deals and portfolio transactions. He jointly leads the department with Patrícia Viana, who showcases considerable experience in real estate M&A, notably within the retail sector. Diogo Belard Correia, who was recently promoted to associated partner, is a key contact for developers seeking advice on all stages of investments in the real estate sector.

The 'highly qualified, committed and available team' at Linklaters offers an extensive suite of real estate services, covering areas such as construction, project development, finance, real estate M&A, and dispute resolution. With a strong background in real estate contractual negotiations, department head Diogo Plantier Santos' expertise lies in portfolio transactions, sale and leaseback operations, asset management, as well as property development and construction projects. Marrying knowledge in real estate and corporate law, Diogo Barros Pereira has provided key support in several transactions in the real estate sector. Evo Fernandes is no longer at the firm.

The real estate arm of PLMJ, steered by Francisco Lino Dias and Teresa Madeira Afonso, delivers end-to-end solutions in the context of real estate transactions, including the asset deals and the disposal and acquisition of real estate portfolios. Lino Dias regularly assists developers and institutional investors with leasing agreements, build-to-rent models, and forward-funding ventures. Madeira Afonso, who joined in May 2023 from the firm’s M&A department, concentrates on corporate real estate deals and restructurings, servicing both national and international investment funds. Margarida Osório de Amorim, Sofia Gomes da Costa, and Rita Alarcão Júdice are no longer at the firm. Sérgio Teixeira, a key contact for investment funds, stands out at associate level for his involvement in real estate transactions involving domestic and international hotel groups, large retailers and real estate investors. Since publication, the firm incorporated RRP Advogados in July 2024, adding real estate partner Ricardo Reigada Pereira and a group of specialised lawyers, including Hélder Santos Correia and Tamara Martins da Fonseca.

The ‘truly innovative’ CCA Law Firm handles an array of real estate matters, from acquisitions, financings, and joint ventures, to property sales and leases. The team provides assistance to a diverse client base, including developers, investors, lenders, and underwriters, across sectors such as urban development, industry, environment, health, and tourism. The real estate division is co-led by Madalena Azeredo Perdigão, 'an exceptionally up-to-date and experienced lawyer' who possesses extensive experience in real estate developments and transactions, and Tomás Assis Teixeira, who is adept at advising on the entire life cycle of real estate, tourism, and energy projects in Portugal.

CMS acts for a diverse mix of national and international clients, including financial institutions, in multifaceted real estate mandates. Under the leadership of João Pinheiro da Silva, the firm excels in large-scale transactions involving hotels, office spaces, and shopping centres. His wide-ranging expertise also includes leasing agreements, project management, and licensing issues. José Manuel Silva Nunes, a key point of contact for real estate developers and financial institutions, is especially active in the sale of real estate derived from credit recovery and in the implementation of single and multi-tenant properties.

The real estate practice at DLA Piper ABBC, under the guidance of Luis Filipe Carvalho, provides comprehensive advice to both domestic and international clients on various real estate ventures, including investments, development, financing, and the commercialisation of real estate assets. Paulo Anjo is noted for his involvement in transactional work, asset management, and leasing arrangements, with a particular focus on student accommodation and condominiums.

Eversheds Sutherland, under the joint leadership of Miguel Lorena Brito and Rodrigo Almeida Dias, delivers strategic guidance in property development, financing, and real estate transactions. With a robust portfolio in commercial, residential, and office properties, Lorena Brito excels in real estate acquisitions and project development, while Almeida Dias specialises in corporate real estate and plays a pivotal role in the development of tourism, residential, office, and other other real estate projects. Gonçalo Mexia is noted for his experience in real estate transactions within the agribusiness sector.

pbbr - Sociedade de Advogados RL advises both international and Portuguese clients, including investors, developers, financial institutions, and construction companies, on various real estate matters involving office buildings, commercial and residential properties, as well as tourism and logistics. The team is jointly led by Pedro Pinto, who effectively serves a broad spectrum of clients in these areas, and Teresa Freire, who plays a ‘fundamental role in many complex transactions’ in the real estate space. Tânia Ferreira Osório is singled out for her in-depth knowledge of construction and planning matters.

Sofia Galvao Advogados, a boutique firm specialising in real estate and planning, provides strategic advice to institutional investors seeking development opportunities within Portugal, including expert guidance in the structuring of real estate transactions. The practice is co-led by founding partner Sofia Galvão, whose deep expertise in real estate, spatial planning, and tourism law is recognised in the market. Fellow co-head Luís Moitinho de Almeida is experienced in all areas of territory law, encompassing real estate, construction, licensing matters, and related litigation. Hugo Nunes left the firm in May 2023.

The multidisciplinary real estate practice at SRS Legal seamlessly integrates expertise from the firm’s tax, corporate and M&A, litigation, financing, and planning divisions. At the helm of the real estate division, Neuza Pereira De Campos specialises in inbound investments and real estate developments. With a marked presence in the hotel, leisure, residential and tourism spaces, the team also caters to high-net-worth individuals abroad seeking investment opportunities in the Portuguese property market.

Sérvulo & Associados handles a diverse range of real estate and corporate property matters for a variety of clients, including private equity and investment funds, developers, retailers, and hotel chains. Leading the team, Manuel Magalhães is regularly seen advising on transactional and development matters in the real estate and tourism sectors. The department’s proficiency extends to construction contracts, forward funding agreements, as well as to sale and leaseback arrangements. Sofia Thibaut Trocado is a name to note for financial entities, borrowers and promotors seeking assistance with real estate finance.

João Lemos de Portugal heads up the real estate practice at CCSL Advogados, supporting developers, investors and brokers throughout the entire life cycle of real estate investments, including the acquisition, operation, and redevelopment of a diversity of assets. The firm’s broad service offering also covers contract preparation and negotiation, construction agreements and licensing procedures for projects in the residential, hotel, retail, and co-living spaces.

Deloitte Legal, a key adviser to investors and developers, support clients in the full array of real estate transactions and project development, from planning and licensing, to management issues. Founding partner Miguel Ribeiro Telles specialises in the purchase, sale, and leasing of properties, including commercial, residential, and tourism projects. He oversees the department alongside Marta Gouveia Gomes, who brings a wealth of experience in real estate financing, development, and divestment mandates.

Gómez-Acebo & Pombo’s real estate and town planning department offers advice to both corporate and private entities on office, residential, tourism, and industrial real estate ventures. In addition to real estate developments, the group is well positioned to handle acquisitions, sales and leasing agreements. Sofia Rodrigues Nunes leads the town planning and real estate department, where senior associate Afonso Scarpa is another name to note for real estate transactions and planning matters.

At Pares Advogados, the team is regularly engaged by banks, financial institutions, funds and in large real estate transactions. The group is jointly led by three practitioners: Luís De Gouveia Fernandes brings expertise in acquisitions, restructuring, and real estate investment funds; Myriam Ouaki offers tailored services for French-speaking clients; and Rui Rompante is adept at handling real estate transactions and negotiating leases for service and logistics properties.

With a strong following of investment firms, pension funds, and developers, PRA-Raposo, Sá Miranda & Associados, Sociedade de Advogados RL’s real estate division, steered by Clélia Brás, provides ‘excellent quality’ services in the context of real estate transactions, property development, licensing matters, and related litigation. Key support is offered by a strong team of associates, including Bruno Sousa Gavaia and Raquel da Paz Lourenço, who enhance the team’s capabilities.

At Raposo Bernardo, Manuel Esteves De Albuquerque spearheads the real estate and public law practices, offering expertise to real estate brokers, investment funds, construction companies, and agents. With over three decades of experience in the market, the practice head is proficient in mandates involving the full-array of real estate assets, including offices, hotels, residential and commercial properties.

TELLES guides major Portuguese and international industry clients in both domestic and international real estate transactions, with Pedro Almeida e Sousa and Miguel Nogueira Leite leading the group from Porto and Lisbon respectively. The team advises on the development of retail and tourism-related projects, along with due diligence, contract negotiations, and real estate financing. Almeida e Sousa focuses on the purchase, sale and lease of real property, while Nogueira Leite specialises in investment processes.