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Chambers Global

Band 3

Moçambique - General Business Law

2015
Band 3

Moçambique - General Business Law

2014
Band 3

Moçambique - General Business Law

2016

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

Band 2

Moçambique - General Business Law

2018

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."

Legal 500

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

Tier 3

Moçambique - Local Law Firms

2017
Tier 3

Moçambique - Local Law Firms

2015
Tier 3

Moçambique - Local Law Firms

2016

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.

Tier 2

Moçambique - Local Law Firms

2022
Tier 2

Moçambique - Local Law Firms

2023
Tier 2

Moçambique - Local Firms

2024

IFLR 1000

Tier 4

Energy & Infrastructure

2015
Tier 3

Energy & Infrastructure

2016
Tier 3

Energy & Infrastructure

2017
Tier 3

Project Development

2018
Tier 4

Financial & Corporate

2014
Tier 4

Financial & Corporate

2015
Tier 4

Financial & Corporate

2016
Tier 4

Financial & Corporate

2017
Tier 4

Financial & Corporate

2018
Tier 3

Financial & Corporate

2019
Tier 2

Financial & Corporate

2020
Tier 3

Project Development

2019
Tier 3

Project Development

2020
Tier 2

Financial & Corporate

2021
Tier 3

Project Development

2021
Tier 3

Project Development

2022
Tier 2

Financial & Corporate

2022
Tier 3

Project Development

2023
Tier 2

Financial & Corporate

2023
Tier 2

Financial & Corporate

2024
Tier 3

Project Development

2024

Advogados

Chambers Global

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.”

Paula Duarte Rocha is widely recognised for her expertise handling an array of commercial matters. She is regularly involved in banking and energy transactions, in addition to possessing notable expertise in public law and tax issues.

"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.”  

Paula Duarte Rocha

Band 2 Moçambique - General Business Law
2016

Paula Duarte Rocha

Band 2 Moçambique - General Business Law
2015

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

Legal 500

Mónica Moti Guerra

Other Key Lawyers Mozambique - Local Firms
2024

Mara Rupia Lopes

Other Key Lawyers Mozambique - Local Firms
2024

Henrique Calvão Martins

Other Key Lawyers Mozambique - Local Firms
2024

Ana Berta Mazuze

Other Key Lawyers Mozambique - Local Firms
2024

Tiago Arouca Mendes

Next Generation Partners Mozambique - Local Firms
2024

Paula Duarte Rocha

Leading Individuals Mozambique - Local Firms
2024

Tiago Arouca Mendes

Next Generation Partners
2023

Tiago Arouca Mendes

Next Generation Partners
2022

Tiago Arouca Mendes

Next Generation Partners
2021

Tiago Arouca Mendes

Rising Star
2020

IFLR 1000

Paula Duarte Rocha

Highly Regarded Energy & Infrastructure, M&A, Project Development, Banking, Project Finance
2022

Paula Duarte Rocha

Highly Regarded Energy & Infrastructure, M&A, Project Development, Banking, Project Finance
2021

Paula Duarte Rocha

Highly Regarded Energy & Infrastructure, M&A, Project Development, Banking, Project Finance
2020

Paula Duarte Rocha

Highly Regarded Energy & Infrastructure, Project development, Banking, Project finance, M&A
2019

Paula Duarte Rocha

Highly Regarded Financial & Corporate, Energy & Infrastructure
2018

Paula Duarte Rocha

Leading Lawyer Financial & Corporate, Energy & Infrastructure
2017

Paula Duarte Rocha

Leading Lawyer Financial & Corporate, Energy & Infrastructure
2016

Paula Duarte Rocha

Leading Lawyer Financial & Corporate, Energy & Infrastructure
2015

Paula Duarte Rocha

Leading Lawyer Financial & Corporate, Energy & Infrastructure
2014
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