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Sérvulo & Associados

Portugal

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Key contacts
Managing Partner: Manuel Magalhães
Quick facts
Number of lawyers

+ than 120

Number of partners

32

Network memberships

SÉRVULO LATITUDE⦵, Legalink, Cathay Associates, Roxin Alliance

Key practice areas
Banking and finance
Banking
Project finance
Capital markets
Capital markets : Debt
Capital markets : Equity
Financial and corporate
Corporate and M&A
Restructuring and insolvency
M&A
Project development
Project development
Firm overview

SÉRVULO is a Portuguese full-service law firm with 25 years of existence, which occupies a leading position in the Portuguese legal market. Recognized for the quality of its legal services in all relevant areas of law and strategic sectors, SÉRVULO has a highly competent multidisciplinary team of more than 120 lawyers, motivated by a single purpose: to transform academic research and accumulated knowledge in the design of sound legal solutions, thus creating added-value for its clients. SÉRVULO is trusted by a vast number of the main private and public entities, both domestic and international, in the Portuguese-speaking legal markets and in all the most significant economic sectors. It houses a roster of lawyers that are fully capable of facing all of the challenges that may arise at any time and in any field of the law.

Areas of practice
  • Banking
  • Capital markets: Debt
  • Capital markets: Equity
  • Competition
  • M&A
  • Project development
  • Restructuring and insolvency
Address:
Rua Garrett, 64
Lisbon, 1200 - 204
Tel:+351210933000 Email:Contact Us Web Address:https://www.servulo.com/en/
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Linked Reviews
Financial and corporate
Sérvulo & Associados has built a strong position in the Portuguese market through its combination of corporate, finance, regulatory and public law expertise. The firm is particularly recognised for its ability to advise on matters where transactional, regulatory and public-sector considerations intersect, and continues to act for domestic and international clients on financing, corporate and infrastructure-related mandates.

The practice is especially active across banking and finance, project development, restructuring and corporate transactions. Clients frequently highlight the firm's practical approach, responsiveness and deep understanding of regulated sectors, with particular recognition for its experience in public law, infrastructure, energy and regulatory matters. The firm's multidisciplinary capabilities allow it to advise across the full lifecycle of transactions and projects, from structuring and financing through to implementation and regulatory compliance.

Recent work reflects the breadth of the practice, including advising financial institutions, investors and corporates on financing transactions, strategic acquisitions, restructuring matters and infrastructure-related projects. The firm has maintained a strong presence in sectors such as financial services, renewable energy, infrastructure, industrials and real estate, where regulatory complexity and long-term investment considerations play a central role. Its client base includes organisations such as Caixa Económica Montepio Geral, Banco Comercial Português, Inapa, Ovol Shared Center, Aquaterra, Eurowind and Crest Capital Partners, reflecting the firm's broad sector coverage and continuing appeal to both domestic and international clients.

Clients value the firm's combination of technical expertise and practical advice, particularly in regulated sectors and complex governance matters. Feedback highlights the team's depth in asset management, financial regulation and insolvency-related work, as well as its ability to deliver clear, commercially focused guidance on sophisticated legal and regulatory issues. The practice is also recognised for its strong client relationships, responsiveness and ability to integrate expertise across multiple disciplines when advising on strategic transactions and restructurings.

Key clients

Caixa Económica Montepio Geral, Banco Comercial Português, Inapa, Ovol Shared Center, Aquaterra, Eurowind, Crest Capital Partners, QUIBUS.

Testimonials

“Deep technical expertise combined with a user-friendly approach.” (Investment funds / Financial regulation)

“Leader in asset management and corporate governance practices.” (Investment funds / Financial regulation)

“Highly professional, always available and very experienced.” (Private equity)

“Hands-on with complete knowledge of the operation.” (Private equity)

“In-depth knowledge of insolvency procedures.” (Insolvency)

“Excellent expertise in insolvency of credit institutions.” (Insolvency)
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