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Joanna Lee
Iberian Lawyer
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News
Reforms resulting in a new employment landscape Historic reforms make dismissals much easier for troubled companies resulting in a wave of announcements. Read more
Boutiques emerging from market restructuring Lisbon and Madrid have seen the launch of a number of specialist firms in recent months, reflecting changing client demand but also increasing tensions within some larger firms businesses. Read more
The dollars and ‘sense’ of alternative fee arrangements Innovative AFAs can provide law firms with a competitive edge and help forge long-term relationships with new and existing clients, say Craig V. Rasile and Rachel Nanes.Read more
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Events
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Mediation Forum 2013: Master Class & Mediators Gathering
An annual two-day Mediation Forum in London hosted by Mediation and Training Alternatives (MATA) in cooperation with Iberian Lawyer’s In-House Club. The skills-based Master Class will be followed by personal guidance from some of Europe’s leading mediation experts, offering a unique opportunity to share, learn and discuss the better use of mediation when resolving disputes. 
Where: London When: July 4th-5th, 2013 Find out more
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Barcelona report Keeping its engines running
Barcelona has not taken its foot off the gas pedal. While market conditions may be tough, there are sectors that are proving very resilient, and lawyers are finding themselves somewhere between optimism and pessimism when it comes to the year ahead. Read more
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Law firm profile You win some, you lose some
In the current climate where Iberian markets are in crisis, some say the only way to survive is by having a strong international presence either through own offices abroad or being part of an international organisation. Read more
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Legal updates
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Banking & Finance – Portugal New measures enter banking & finance sector By João Caiado Guerreiro and David Coimbra de Paula, Caiado Guerreiro Read more
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Data Protection – Spain New Data Regulation and lobbyists By Fernando Ramos Lener Read more
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Iberian Lawyer Top 40 under Forty Awards 2013

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