Hugely respected in the capital markets field, the “superb” Carlos Osório de Castro is “one of the most creative minds in the Portuguese legal market,” observers concur. Clients admire his “well-prepared, quiet and calm approach,” pointing out that “however complex the issue, he always manages to give an imaginative and fully justified answer.”

“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.”

Corporate lawyer Carlos Osório de Castro represents Sonaecom in its takeover bid for Portugal Telecom. Rivals consistently praised his work in the telecoms arena: “You can be sure that whatever field Castro gets into, his performance will be outstanding.” Another added: "Despite his age he already deals with high-profile transactions and by now enjoys a great reputation." Sources further highlighted his ability to lead “a very strong TMT team.”

According to observers, the firm has benefited hugely from the arrival of Carlos Osório de Castro as part of the recent merger. “An extremely creative lawyer,” he is hugely respected in the capital markets field and boasts further experience in financing and lending.

“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.”