Gonçalo dos Reis Martins
Joined PLMJ in 2017.
Partner in the Banking and Finance and Capital Markets practices.
About Gonçalo
Gonçalo is a partner in the Banking and Finance and Capital Markets practices. Over the last 15 years he has gained a comprehensive experience in advising leading international and domestic banks, other financial institutions and asset managers in debt capital markets, with a particular focus on structured finance, including securitisation of all asset classes, CDO’s CLO and equity linked notes, but also EMTN programmes, covered bonds, standalone Eurobonds and commercial paper. He has also a strong focus in derivatives and regulatory work for the asset management industry.
Gonçalo has also advised in important ECM transactions, such as take-overs, as well as several distressed debt transactions.
Before joining PLMJ he worked in another leading Portuguese law firm and a valuable international experience, having been seconded to the Capital Markets department of Simmons & Simmons and Morgan Stanley’s Legal Department (Fixed Income Division), both in London.
Gonçalo earned his Law degree by the Law School of Universidade Nova de Lisboa in 2002, where he also lectures. He is also entitled to practice under English law, being a member of the Law Society of England and Wales since 2007.
Contacts
Office: Lisbon
(+351) 213 197 300*
goncalo.reismartins@plmj.pt
Languages:
English, German, Spanish
Academic Background
- Law degree from Universidade Nova de Lisboa, 2002
- Admitted to the Portuguese Bar Association, 2005
- Curricular part of the doctorate and master’s course at the Faculty of Law of Universidade Nova de Lisboa, 2004
- Admitted to practice as a solicitor by the Law Society of England and Wales, 2007
- Postgraduate in financial regulation from the European Institute of the Faculty of Law of the University of Lisbon, 2012
Professional Background
- PLMJ partner since 2017
- Lawyer in the financial markets practice of the law firm Rebelo de Sousa & Advogados Associados, 2005 - 2016
- Lawyer in the financial markets practice of the law firm Simmons & Simmons - London, 2006-2007
- Lawyer on secondment in the legal department of Morgan Stanley International Limited, 2007
- Lawyer on secondment in the capital markets department of Banif Investimento, 2005–2006
- Research intern in the area of social security law at the Faculty of Law of Universidade Nova de Lisboa, 2002-2004
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- International Banking Association – Banking Law Committee
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Chambers Europe
"He is skilled in administering securitisations. In cross-border matters, he demonstrates considerable knowledge of the UK market."
"He is applauded for his very fast, pragmatic and assertive approach."
"He is applauded for his very fast, pragmatic and assertive approach."
"He is dual-qualified in the UK and Portugal, allowing him to act on various cross-border mandates. He has particular expertise in public offerings, covered bonds and securitisation matters."
Chambers Global
"In cross-border matters, he demonstrates considerable knowledge of the UK market."
"He handles IPOs, as well as the issuance of notes and corporate bonds. He is further skilled in administering securitisations."
"He is well versed in handling capital markets transactions."
"Clients say he is responsive, pragmatic and prepared to fight our corner."
"Very fast and pragmatic, he offers assistance with financial services regulation and asset finance."
"He is active in securitisation matters and is able to assist with English law aspects."