Portuguese law firms expand technology and digital practices

Portuguese law firms Pérez-Llorca and Paxlegal are expanding their specialized legal services, particularly in technology and digital sectors.

Pérez-Llorca has appointed a new partner to lead its Intellectual Property, Industrial, and Technology practice in Lisbon. This new area focuses on advising national and international clients on digital transformation, data protection, cybersecurity, and media regulation. The new partner brings experience in sectors including banking, energy, and pharmaceuticals.

Paxlegal has integrated four new professionals to strengthen its technical capacity in innovation and technology. Based in Braga, the firm has implemented a new management model where Nuno da Silva Vieira joins Bárbara Pestana as co-Managing Partner. The expansion includes new leadership roles in digital economy, strategic litigation, banking, finance, and emerging technologies such as AI.