# Portuguese law firm technology practice expansions

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/portuguese-law-firm-technology-practice-expansions
> Updated: 2026-10-13T20:07:44.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 2.

Portuguese law firms are expanding their specialized services within the technology and digital sectors.

Pérez-Llorca announced the appointment of Joana Mota Agostinho as a partner in its Lisbon office to lead a new Intellectual Property, Industrial, and Technology practice. The department aims to advise clients on digital transformation, data protection, privacy, and cybersecurity. 

In a broader trend, Paxlegal has also strengthened its technical capacity in innovation and technology by integrating four new professionals. Based in Braga, Paxlegal has implemented a new management model with Nuno da Silva Vieira joining Bárbara Pestana as co-Managing Partner, with new leadership roles covering the digital economy, strategic litigation, and emerging technologies such as AI.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-13: Portuguese law firms expand technology and digital practices

Law firms Pérez-Llorca and Paxlegal are expanding their operations in Portugal, strengthening their expertise in intellectual property, digital transformation, and emerging technologies.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/portuguese-law-firms-expand-technology-and-digital-practices

### 2026-10-08: Pérez-Llorca appoints Joana Mota Agostinho as partner

Joana Mota Agostinho joins Pérez-Llorca as a partner in Lisbon, leading the firm's new Intellectual Property, Industrial, and Technology practice.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/prez-llorca-appoints-joana-mota-agostinho-as-partner

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