Sofia de Sales Sousinha
Partner
Sofia joined pbbr in 2006. She is the partner responsible for the Banking, Finance and Capital Markets area.
Details
Sofia is a partner in the Banking, Finance and Capital Markets area, with complementary experience in Real Estate and Litigation. With in-depth knowledge of the banking sector, she works closely with leading banking institutions, advising on a wide range of financing and restructuring matters.
Her work includes drafting and negotiating financing agreements, restructuring agreements and setting up guarantee packages, both in day-to-day operations and in highly complex financial transactions. Her close relationship with clients and her strategic vision enables her to provide highly personalised, efficient and pragmatic legal advice.
Member of the Portuguese Bar Association since 1997.
Languages
English | Spanish
Practice Areas & Sectors
Academic Background
1997 | Postgraduate Degree in Taxation from the Instituto Superior de Gestão
1995 | Degree in Law from the Universidade de Lisboa
Professional Experience
1999 - 2006 | Associate lawyer at Carlos Aguiar, P. Pinto & Associados
1997 - 1999 | Associate lawyer at Aurélio Pinto, Santos Filipe e Renato Custódio
Media & Resources
Awards & Distinctions
Leaders League
Best Lawyers
Legal 500
"We would highlight the team led by Sofia de Sales Sousinha, which has made a valuable contribution to the achievement of our objectives."
"We highlight Sofia de Sales Sousinha for her insight and experience, which is invaluable in the banking and financial sector, with very satisfactory results in resolving issues raised by pbbr clients."
IFLR 1000
Devote myself to jewellery design, an art that fascinates me and combines creativity with manual work, resulting in unique and personalised pieces.