Carlos Osório de Castro
Band 1
Corporate/M&A
2018
Carlos Osório de Castro's practice includes advice on M&A and joint ventures. He is widely recognised in the market as an “excellent lawyer.” Sources additionally note his “strong reputation in devising creative solutions, problem-solving skills and intelligence.”
Carlos Osório de Castro
Star Individuals
General Business Law - Porto
2018
Interviewees agree that Carlos Osório de Castro"is a standout figure in the market" and further describe him as a "very clever lawyer." A long-time expert in capital markets and M&A transactions, he is a prominent and trusted practitioner who represents major national and international clients. Of late, he led the team advising Gestifute Group on the negotiation of sale and purchase and investment/shareholder agreements with Fosun International.
Carlos Osório de Castro
Band 1
Corporate/M&A
2017
Carlos Osório de Castro is held in high regard as "very pragmatic, with a lot of experience and knowledge in corporate law and M&A." His practice covers various sectors, including sports.
Carlos Osório de Castro
Band 1
Corporate/M&A
2016
Carlos Osório de Castro
Band 1
Corporate/M&A
2015
Carlos Osório de Castro is considered by peers as "one of the greatest Portuguese lawyers." He has notable experience in commercial and corporate matters and remains one of the most active members of the team.
Carlos Osório de Castro
Band 1
Corporate / M&A
2014
Clients enjoy working with Carlos Osório de Castro, with one stating: "He has a very deep understanding of business transactions and always gives accurate and crystal-clear advice."
Carlos Osório de Castro
Band 3
TMT
2014
Carlos Osório de Castro brings his corporate law expertise to TMT deals. Peers praise him as "a brilliant lawyer, technically very strong."
Carlos Osório de Castro
Band 1
Corporate / M&A
2013
"One of the most respected lawyers in Portugal," Carlos Osório de Castro specialises in company law, M&A, joint ventures and capital markets.
Carlos Osório de Castro
Star Individuals
General Business Law: Porto
2013
Corporate law and capital markets expert Carlos Osório de Castro is unanimously considered a star individual: "He is one of the best lawyers in the country: extremely bright, flexible and results-oriented," say sources.
Carlos Osório de Castro
Band 1
Restructuring / Insolvency
2013
Carlos Osório de Castro has a strong track record in insolvency, and is well respected by peers.
Carlos Osório de Castro
Band 3
TMT
2013
Carlos Osório de Castro as an excellent lawyer with strong market knowledge. He specialises in the corporate and capital markets aspects of TMT deals.
Carlos Osório de Castro
Band 1
Corporate / M&A
2012
Carlos Osório de Castro is described by sources as "a fantastic lawyer with ample international knowledge and legal vision."
Carlos Osório de Castro
Star Individuals
General Business Law: Porto
2012
Star lawyer Carlos Osório de Castro maintains his top-tier position in the market, particularly for capital markets, corporate/M&A and restructuring and insolvency cases.
Carlos Osório de Castro
Band 1
Corporate / M&A
2011
Carlos Osório de Castro's "total availability and creative solutions" are a hit with clients. His recent workload includes advising Cinveste on the sale of its 3.93% stake in Cimpor.
Carlos Osório de Castro
Band 1
Restructuring / Insolvency
2011
Carlos Osório de Castro is an expert in this area and was involved in the drafting of the recent Portuguese Insolvency Code.
Carlos Osório de Castro
Star Individuals
General Business Law: Porto
2011
Carlos Osório de Castro is the star of the group and his acclaimed areas of expertise include capital markets, corporate and M&A.
Carlos Osório de Castro
Star Individuals
General Business Law: Porto
2010
Carlos Osório de Castro mainly focuses on corporate/M&A, capital markets and restructuring/insolvency, and clients praise "his ability to find well-supported, swift, outside-the-box solutions.” For some clients he is simply “the best lawyer in the country.”
Carlos Osório de Castro
Band 2
TMT
2010
“One of the best lawyers in Portugal” according to an interviewee, Porto-based Carlos Osório de Castro is primarily a renowned corporate practitioner, but is also noted for his telecoms-related activity.
Carlos Osório de Castro
Band 1
Corporate / M&A
2010
The “truly amazing” Carlos Osório de Castro impresses interviewees with his extraordinary corporate expertise
Carlos Osório de Castro
Band 1
Corporate / M&A
2009
Talented lawyer Carlos Osório de Castro is lauded as “technically faultless and an enormous asset at the negotiation table – a perfect combination for M&A work.”
Carlos Osório de Castro
Band 2
TMT
2009
Carlos Osório de Castro is noted for his capabilities in corporate advisory work, and has great experience of advising telecoms clients on corporate matters.
Carlos Osório de Castro
Band 1
Corporate / M&A
2008
Clients identify Carlos Osório de Castro as “a genius” in relation to corporate and capital markets work: “He is bright and has a great understanding of clients’ needs.”
Carlos Osório de Castro
Band 1
General Business Law: Porto
2008
Capital markets partner Carlos Osório de Castro is regarded as “the most outstanding name in Porto’s legal scene.” Clients comment: “In addition to its amazing technical skills, he have excellent client service and will readily face difficult challenges. He have totally gained our confidence.”
Carlos Osório de Castro
Band 1
Corporate / M&A
2007
“Outstanding and aggressive corporate lawyer” Carlos Osório de Castro receives enthusiastic praise from his clients: “He is always two steps ahead of everyone else - he has written or influenced law codes himself so he is the one who knows what can or cannot be done and understands loopholes - fantastic for designing operations.” Peers add that: “Osório de Castro’s negotiation skills are exceptional: he is probably one of the brightest lawyers in the area.”
Carlos Osório de Castro
Band 1
Corporate/M&A
2021
Carlos Osório de Castro dedicates his practice to sales of share capital and public tender offers. He often assists clients in the energy and hospitality industries.
Carlos Osório de Castro
Band 1
Corporate/M&A
2020
Carlos Osório de Castro
Band 1
Corporate/M&A
2019
Carlos Osório de Castro
Band 1
Corporate/M&A
2018
Carlos Osório de Castro
Band 1
Corporate/M&A
2017
Carlos Osório de Castro
Band 1
Corporate/M&A
2015
Carlos Osório de Castro is considered by peers as "one of the greatest Portuguese lawyers." He has notable experience in commercial and corporate matters, and remains one of the most active members of the team.
Carlos Osório de Castro
Band 1
Corporate/M&A
2014
Clients enjoy working with Carlos Osório de Castro, with one stating: "He has a very deep understanding of business transactions and always gives accurate and crystal-clear advice."
Carlos Osório de Castro
Band 1
Corporate/M&A
2013
"One of the most respected lawyers in Portugal," Carlos Osório de Castro specialises in company law, M&A, joint ventures and capital markets. "One of the most respected lawyers in Portugal," Carlos Osório de Castro specialises in company law, M&A, joint ventures and capital markets.
Carlos Osório de Castro
Band 1
Corporate/M&A
2012
Carlos Osório de Castro also stands as a leading figure in the sector thanks to his ability to rapidly "analyse complex legal matters and provide creative solutions.”
Carlos Osório de Castro
Band 1
Capital Markets
2011
Sources praise Carlos Osório de Castro for his ability to balance his profound legal knowledge with a deep understanding of market realities and his clients' underlying objectives.
Carlos Osório de Castro
Band 1
Corporate/M&A
2011
Carlos Osório de Castro also stands as a leading figure in the sector thanks to his ability to rapidly "analyse complex legal matters and provide creative solutions.”
Carlos Osório de Castro
Band 1
Corporate/M&A
2010
The "truly amazing" Carlos Osório de Castro impresses interviewees with his extraordinary corporate expertise.
Carlos Osório de Castro
Band 1
Corporate / M&A
2009
Talented lawyer Carlos Osório de Castro is lauded as “technically faultless and an enormous asset at the negotiation table – a perfect combination for M&A work.”
Carlos Osório de Castro
Band 1
Corporate/M&A
2008
Clients identify Carlos Osório de Castro as “a genius in corporate and capital markets work." Others add: “He is bright and has a great understanding of clients’ needs.”
Carlos Osório de Castro
Band 1
Corporate/M&A
2007
“Outstanding and aggressive corporate lawyer” Carlos Osório de Castro receives enthusiastic praise from his clients: “He is always two steps ahead of everyone else - he has written or influenced law codes himself so he is the one who knows what can or cannot be done and understands loopholes - fantastic for designing operations.” Peers add that “Osório de Castro’s negotiation skills are exceptional: he is probably one of the brightest lawyers in the area.”
Carlos Osório de Castro
Band 2
Corporate / M&A
2005