Iberian Lawyer IP&TMT Awards 2025
The winners of the Iberian Lawyer IP&TMT Awards 2025 were announced during the gala ceremony held at the BLESS Hotel in Madrid, on the 29th of May 2025. Once again, the IP&TMT Awards recognized the excellence among Spanish and Portuguese professionals active in this area.
The winners were the following:
LAW FIRM OF THE YEAR
Baker McKenzie
Recognized for its comprehensive expertise in IP and TMT, the firm team has provided strategic legal solutions to clients navigating complex technological landscapes. Its multidisciplinary approach ensures tailored advice across various sectors.
LAWYER OF THE YEAR
María González Gordon – CMS Albiñana & Suárez de Lezo
The professional is highly regarded for her expertise in intellectual property and digital business law. She advises clients across various sectors, including insurance, finance, energy, and health, on digital transformation, and data analytics.
LAW FIRM OF THE YEAR IP
Grau & Angulo
The professionals are recognized for their strong capabilities in intellectual property law, proven in providing strategic advice and litigation support to important clients in protecting and enforcing their IP rights.
LAW FIRM OF THE YEAR PATENTS
Clifford Chance
The law firm’s team has a distinguished track record in handling complex patent litigations. The lawyers stand out for their technical knowledge, assisting clients in safeguarding their innovations and navigating patent disputes.
LAWYER OF THE YEAR TRADEMARKS
Miquel Montañá – Clifford Chance
The lawyer is esteemed for his extensive experience in trademark law. His strategic approach and deep understanding of IP rights have earned him recognition in the field.
LAW FIRM OF THE YEAR COPYRIGHT
SPS ADVOGADOS
The professionals have been advising an important company for cinema production, being involved in agreements contracts’ preparation and in the negotiations with various media.
LAWYER OF THE YEAR COPYRIGHT
Andy Ramos Gil de la Haza – Pérez-Llorca
Recognized for his reliability and knowledge, The lawyer has been advising clients on protection and management of their creative assets. His work encompasses a range of industries, including media, entertainment, and technology.
LAWYER OF THE YEAR DESIGN
Dulce Miranda – Deloitte Legal
LAW FIRM OF THE YEAR LIFE SCIENCES
Osborne Clarke
The law firm’s professionals have been advising crucial clients in the life sciences sector on complex patent strategies and licensing. The lawyers have built a reputation for their multidisciplinary approach and innovative solutions.
LAWYER OF THE YEAR LIFE SCIENCES
Marta González – Eversheds Sutherland Spain
The lawyer combines deep expertise in life sciences with a strategic approach to complex legal matters. She has successfully handled several patent disputes standing out for her consistent and business-oriented counsel.
LAW FIRM OF THE YEAR ADVERTISING
SPS ADVOGADOS
The law firm is known for its expertise in advertising matters. The lawyers’ guidance ensures effective and lawful marketing strategies across various media platforms.
LAWYER OF THE YEAR FASHION
Cláudia Carvalho – DOWER Law Firm
Widely appreciated for her sharp legal insight and strong industry focus, she brings consistent value through tailored strategies and deep sector understanding.
LAW FIRM OF THE YEAR CIVIL LITIGATION
Pérez-Llorca
The law firm is acknowledged for its strong litigation capabilities in intellectual property disputes. The professionals have advised clients in complex matters combining legal precision with industry-specific insight.
LAWYER OF THE YEAR CRIMINAL LAW
José Pedro Alberca – Eversheds Sutherland Spain
The lawyer is widely recognized for his experience in complex matters. His strategic approach and deep understanding of regulatory frameworks make him a trusted advisor in sensitive and high-stakes cases.
LAW FIRM OF THE YEAR DIGITAL TECH
KPMG
The firm provides comprehensive legal services in digital technology, advising clients on data protection, cybersecurity, and digital transformation. Their multidisciplinary team supports businesses in navigating the digital landscape.
LAWYER OF THE YEAR DIGITAL TECH
Ingrid González – CECA MAGÁN ABOGADOS
The professional demonstrates solid expertise in digital regulation and privacy matters. Her ability to navigate complex challenges and provide tailored guidance makes her a trusted advisor in high-stakes scenarios.
LAWYER OF THE YEAR TMT
Paloma Bru Arce – Pinsent Masons
The lawyer is a leading figure in Spain’s TMT landscape, recognized for her versatile expertise and sharp legal insight. She has successfully led complex operations, particularly in privacy, cybersecurity, outsourcing, and telecom.
LAW FIRM OF THE YEAR INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
ThinkSmartLaw
The professionals have handled complex operations in the sector offering a tailor made advisory, showcasing knowledge and attention to details.
LAWYER OF THE YEAR INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Fernando Fernandez-Miranda – PwC España
The lawyer is highly regarded for his deep technical expertise and strategic insight in the IT field. He advises international clients on complex matters offering agile, pragmatic solutions tailored to the evolving digital landscape.
LAW FIRM OF THE YEAR TELECOMMUNICATION
Sérvulo & Associados
Thanks to the professionals’ proficiency in advising clients in the telecommunications sector, the law firm’s team has earned a solid reputation in the field and acts as trusted advisor to some of the biggest brands in the world.
LAWYER OF THE YEAR TELECOMMUNICATION
José Giménez – Linklaters
The lawyer specializes in telecommunications law, offering advice on regulatory compliance and licensing. His counsel aids clients in adhering to telecom industry standards.
LAWYER OF THE YEAR PRIVACY
Leticia López-Lapuente – Uría Menéndez
With more than two decades of expertise, the lawyer advises technology companies alongside financial and industrial sectors on matters specifically related to personal data privacy.
LAW FIRM OF THE YEAR E-SPORTS
EJASO
The law firm expertly guided one of the leading Spanish professional esports organization through a complex deal, continually pushing the limits of innovation and delivering sharp, insightful solutions.
LAWYER OF THE YEAR E-SPORTS
Pilar Sánchez- Bleda – Auren
With 25 years of expertise, this technology lawyer combines deep knowledge with a high level of responsiveness, consistently ensuring client availability and effectively leading her team to meet deadlines.
LAW FIRM OF THE YEAR AUDIOVISUAL
MRG Abogados
The law firm has expanded its client base, diversified services, and broadened project scope, advancing audiovisual industry engagement and reaffirming its commitment to meeting evolving client needs.
LAWYER OF THE YEAR AUDIOVISUAL
Iban Díez López – Menta Legal
With a strong client base in the audiovisual sector, the lawyer advises on various aspects of production, including financing arrangements and rights acquisition. He balances solid business acumen with client-focused attitude.
LAW FIRM OF THE YEAR DATA PROTECTION & CYBERSECURITY
BAS – Sociedade de Advogados
Recognized for excellence in data protection advisory, the law firm brings together experts whose deep technical knowledge and sector experience deliver consistent client value.
LAWYER OF THE YEAR DATA PROTECTION & CYBERSECURITY
Gonçalo Cerejeira Namora – Cerejeira Namora, Marinho Falcão
The lawyer possesses extensive experience in privacy and data protection compliance across both public and private sectors; he has taken on the role of Data Protection Officer in multiple cases.
