Raposo Bernardo & Associados has developed a strong reputation in the Portuguese market for its work on project development, project finance, restructuring and cross-border investment matters. The firm is particularly active on infrastructure, energy and development projects, where clients value its ability to combine legal, regulatory and commercial expertise to support complex investments and long-term strategic initiatives.

The practice is regularly involved in financing, development and restructuring mandates across Portugal and Lusophone jurisdictions. Its multidisciplinary approach enables the firm to advise on projects from structuring and financing through to implementation, regulatory compliance and dispute resolution. The team is particularly recognised for its work on infrastructure, energy and real estate-related developments, as well as on transactions involving international investors and lenders.

Recent work highlights the firm's continued involvement in significant project finance, infrastructure and corporate matters. The practice has maintained a strong focus on complex development projects and investment structures, advising on transactions that require extensive coordination between financial, regulatory and commercial stakeholders. Its experience across project development and special situations continues to differentiate the firm in the Portuguese market.

Client feedback consistently highlights the team's responsiveness, technical expertise and commercial awareness. Particular praise is given to the firm's ability to provide practical solutions, manage complex transactions efficiently and maintain close working relationships with clients throughout a mandate.

Testimonials

“Services of unsurpassed quality.” (Banking and finance)

“Highly sophisticated banking and financial expertise.” (Banking and finance)

“Exceptional in structuring and negotiating complex financing operations.” (Banking and finance)

“One of the strongest firms in capital markets work.” (Capital markets)

“Highest level of sophistication and technical excellence.” (Capital markets)

“Among the very best M&A firms in Portugal.” (M&A)

“Exceptional quality, unmatched by other firms.” (M&A)

“Exceptional standard in project development work.” (Projects)

“Among the strongest firms for project finance work.” (Project finance)

“Complete mastery of restructuring matters.” (Restructuring)

“Among the very top firms in restructuring and insolvency.” (Restructuring)