Uría Menéndez remains one of the leading firms in the Portuguese market, advising financial institutions, infrastructure investors, private equity sponsors and major corporates on complex corporate, financing and project-related mandates. The firm combines strong transactional capabilities with deep expertise across regulated sectors, and continues to be involved in many of the most significant cross-border matters in Portugal.

The practice is particularly active across M&A, banking and finance, restructuring, project development and infrastructure. Its client base reflects a strong presence in financial services, renewable energy, infrastructure and private capital, with the firm regularly advising lenders, sponsors and investors on sophisticated transactions that require coordination across multiple jurisdictions and practice areas. Recent work highlights its involvement in matters for clients including Banco Santander, Banco Santander Totta, ING Bank, Bankinter, Goldman Sachs, Barclays Bank Ireland, Bain Capital Credit, Antin Infrastructure Partners, Acciona, Cintra, Iberdrola Renewables, Hyperion Renewables, Mota-Engil, Trafigura, Japan Pulp & Paper, ECS Capital, Njord Partners and Lenore Sports Partners.

The firm also maintains a strong reputation in restructuring and special situations, while continuing to advise on major infrastructure, energy-transition and financing projects. Clients value the team's ability to combine technical expertise with commercially focused advice, particularly on transactions involving regulatory complexity, project risk and cross-border structuring.

Clients consistently highlight the firm's technical expertise, responsiveness and ability to deliver clear, practical advice on complex matters. Feedback points to the team's strong execution capabilities, particularly on cross-border transactions and regulated matters, as well as its ability to coordinate efficiently with multiple stakeholders and advisers. The practice is recognised for combining deep legal knowledge with commercial awareness, while maintaining a reliable and solution-oriented approach across corporate, finance and regulatory matters.

Key clients

Banco Santander, Banco Santander Totta, ING Bank, Bankinter, Goldman Sachs, Barclays Bank Ireland, Bain Capital Credit, Antin Infrastructure Partners, Acciona, Cintra, Iberdrola Renewables, Hyperion Renewables, Mota-Engil Engenharia e Construção África, Trafigura, Japan Pulp & Paper, ECS Capital, Njord Partners, Lenore Sports Partners.

Testimonials

“Reliable, experienced team with clear guidance.” (Banking and financial services)

“Bulletproof legal and regulatory support.” (Banking and financial services)

“Highly responsive without slowing execution.” (M&A)

“Strong local expertise combined with an effective cross-border network.” (M&A)

“Reliable regulatory advice, with strong availability and competence.” (Financial services regulatory)

“Strong technical expertise and dependable delivery.” (Restructuring)