PLMJ is a leading independent law firm headquartered in Lisbon and established in 1967. It is the largest and one of the most senior law firms in Portugal, with over 270 lawyers. The firm’s deal team is led by managing partner Bruno Ferreira, who is highly regarded in the market, and supported by well-seasoned legal professionals. PLMJ also has offices in Porto and Faro. The firm has a well-rounded practice in Portugal, achieving top-tier rankings across all relevant practice areas.

Highlights

The firm advised LCN Partners on the €80.1 million secured financing provided by ING Bank for the acquisition of €150 million services portfolio (50 supermarkets) sold by Trei Real Estate.

In debt capital markets, the firm advised REN on the issuance of its €5 billion Euro Medium Term Note Programme.

The firm advised Montepio Group on the carve-out of the entire banking activity of Banco Empresas Montepio to Caixa Económica Montepio Geral for a net asset value of about €180 million.