“The counselling is straight-forward, they comprehend our needs”. 
“They are very diligent”.

This firm is well positioned to handle banking and finance and project development spaces. One observer stated: "We have not had a single matter that was not clarified or solved." Other sources emphasise the team's ability to "navigate the legal framework." The firm also benefits from its membership of Morais Leitao's international legal network, MLGTS Legal Circle.

The group comes recommended for advising companies on complex regulatory, finance and international trade matters. Interviewees highlight that the team is “always available” andhas “good knowledge” of the local market.The firm assists key players in the oil and gas, financial services and energy sectors, with one client commending its “knowledge of the Mozambican market, technical skills and good network of associated offices, particularly in Portugal.” The group is a member of Morais Leitao’s international legal network MLGTS Legal Circle.

Well-regarded firm with experience assisting major companies from the automotive, beverage and energy industries. Regularly acts as local counsel on sophisticated infrastructure projects, foreign investment, labour and M&A mandates. Also assists with regulatory matters involving waste management, compliance programmes and the conduct of due diligence.

Sources value the team's "excellent work, customer service and quality," also highlighting its "very responsive" approach.

MDR Advogados is a well-regarded law firm with experience assisting major companies from the automotive, beverage and energy industries. The Maputo-based team regularly acts as local counsel on sophisticated infrastructure projects, foreign investment, labour and M&A mandates. It also assists with regulatory matters involving waste management, compliance programmes and the conduct of due diligence.

A client commented: "They did an excellent job. They were always attentive to problems and were always available."

Another client concluded: "I cannot speak highly enough of their quality of service, it is outstanding."

MDR Advogados is a well-regarded law firm with experience assisting major companies from the energy and natural resources, infrastructure and finance industries. The Maputo-based team regularly acts as local counsel on sophisticated infrastructure projects, foreign investment, labour and M&A mandates. It also assists with regulatory matters involving competition law, compliance programmes and the conduct of due diligence.

"They have a good spread of knowledge and experience and are very collegial, insightful and responsive."

"MDR Advogados has a team of Mozambican lawyers based in Maputo with a very extensive knowledge of Mozambican law. Their advice is always to the point and very sound."

"The law firm has a good understanding of the client's commercial needs and is able to provide solutions that reflect the client's commercial concerns."

"The team at MDR Advogados shows a deep knowledge of the legislation and laws, and takes a proactive approach to the issues."

"The team at MDR Advogados not only has technical knowledge but also has the availability that is required when providing support to the client."

"MDR Advogados' team is commercial and able to point out the legal risks. The team is also sensible in its approach."

Henriques, Rocha & Associados covers the full range of corporate advice and goes ‘above and beyond for its clients’. 

Henriques, Rocha & Associados receives praise for its ‘prompt responses’; it teams with Morais Leitão, Galvão Teles, Soares da Silva & Associados in Portugal to advise multinational companies doing business in Mozambique. Fabrícia de Almeida Henriques has strong experience in M&A, particularly in the energy sector, and ‘very competent and skilled professional’ Paula Duarte Rocha is also noted.

Henriques, Rocha & Associados has a broad offering, covering banking and finance, corporate and M&A, projects and infrastructure, foreign investment and dispute resolution. Founding partners Fabrícia de Almeida Henriques and Paula Duarte Rocha and associate Tiago Arouca Mendes are the names to note at the firm, which is associated with Portuguese firm Morais Leitão, Galvão Teles, Soares da Silva & Associados.

Multinational companies and international law firms without a presence in Mozambique are frequent clients of HRA Advogados, a firm with a broad offering and strong experience in business law. Founding partners Fabrícia de Almeida Henriques assists clients in corporate and commercial matters, and Paula Duarte Rocha has a strong track record in banking and project finance. Associate Tiago Arouca Mendes is another name to note.

"Paula Duarte Rocha is a pleasure to work with. She is pragmatic and provides sensible advice."

Tiago Arouca Mendes is an accomplished lawyer at MDR Advogados. He often advises international clients on restructuring processes, M&A and financing mandates in Mozambique. He is particularly sought out to handle energy project developments and acts for clients across multiple sectors, including banking, insurance and real estate.

"She is very responsive, works within timelines and is always happy to help. She provides an in-depth analysis of the situation and practical solutions that address the client's commercial concerns."

"Paula Duarte Rocha demonstrates a strong commitment to the client to solve the matters at hand in a practical and knowledgeable way."

Paula Duarte Rocha is a notable lawyer for her cross-disciplinary practice, being well equipped to handle contentious and non-contentious matters. Based in Maputo, she has recently advised on project finance, due diligence and banking mandates.

"Paula has wide expertise in different fields and provides you with a top service."

"She has fantastic leadership skills with huge market experience."

Paula Duarte Rocha is a notable lawyer for her cross-disciplinary practice, being well equipped to handle contentious and non-contentious matters. Based in Maputo, she has recently advised on project finance, due diligence and banking mandates.
"Paula is an outstanding lawyer who understands good client service." "It is a pleasure working with her. She is very reachable, provides reasonable advice and has sound legal knowledge of the matters at stake."

Paula Duarte Rocha is noted by a market observer for her "cross-disciplinary practice," explaining: "She is well versed in handling contentious and non-contentious matters, and is one of the most diversified lawyers in the rankings." One client added:"I would highly recommend Paula for her excellent-quality analysis." She has recently advised on project finance, infrastructure and export credit mandates.

Market insiders highlight Paula Duarte Rocha as a “good and intelligent lawyer,” noting her deep knowledge of corporate and finance matters. Interviewees say she is “rigorous and complete in her answers,” adding: “She has commercial sense, and her language and approach are appropriate for the client.”

"Hands-on lawyer."
"Proactive and can think ahead of issues." 
"She has sound knowledge of local laws and has experience in high-profile and international deals." 
"As the project leader she proved to be an indispensable team member."

"Hands-on lawyer."
"Proactive and can think ahead of issues." 
"She has sound knowledge of local laws and has experience in high-profile and international deals." 
"As the project leader she proved to be an indispensable team member."

“She has a great capacity for quickly responding to her clients.” 
“She has solid legal knowledge and is able to articulate it impressively well.”  

"I have a good opinion of her. She speaks excellent English and interacts well with clients."