Iberian Lawyer IP&TMT Awards 2026, the winners
The winners of the Iberian Lawyer IP&TMT Awards 2026 were announced during the gala ceremony held at the BLESS Hotel in Madrid, on the 28th of May 2026. 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 IP
KPMG Abogados
The team led by Noemí Brito is well known for its strong experience in intellectual property. Professionals give modern and practical advice on trademarks, copyrights, and how to protect and enforce IP rights. Team combines strategic thinking with technical knowledge to help clients to manage, protect, and get the most value from the complex IP portfolios.
LAWYER OF THE YEAR IP
Alejandro Angulo – Grau & Angulo
As Head of Practice with over 20 years of experience, he is widely recognized for his strategic leadership in intellectual property, particularly in trademarks and enforcement. He consistently delivers robust protection strategies and high-level advisory in complex IP portfolios and contentious matters.
LAW FIRM OF THE YEAR PATENTS
Cerejeira Namora, Marinho Falcão
The highly experienced team stands out for its strong track record in complex patent litigation and strategic protection of innovation across regulated sectors. Recognized for delivering robust enforcement strategies, professionals play a central role in high-stakes patent disputes and cross-border innovation protection.
LAWYER OF THE YEAR PATENTS
Kiko Carrión – Eversheds Sutherland Spain
The professional is widely respected for handling patent litigation matters for leading pharmaceutical, biotechnology and healthcare companies. Clients value his ability to combine deep legal knowledge with strong technical expertise.
LAWYER OF THE YEAR TRADEMARKS
Luis María Latasa Vassallo – EJASO
The lawyer combines deep technical expertise with a remarkable ability to translate complex legal challenges into practical, business-oriented strategies. His strategic approach and industry knowledge have established him as a trusted advisor in technology-driven sectors.
LAWYER OF THE YEAR COPYRIGHT
Vicente Arias Máiz – Eversheds Sutherland Spain
He brings substantial advisory experience gained in both Spain and international markets, together with strong expertise in copyright law. Highly regarded in the entertainment industry, he is an exceptional professional with deep industry knowledge and active involvement in the field.
LAWYER OF THE YEAR DESIGN
Lídia Neves – Antas da Cunha Ecija
The lawyer is an experienced professional with comprehensive expertise in intellectual property law. Her forward-thinking approach and deep expertise of the complex design matters have made her a trusted advisor in the field.
LAW FIRM OF THE YEAR LIFE SCIENCES
Sérvulo & Associados
The firm has a strong practice supported by a highly regarded life sciences team that regularly advises leading pharmaceutical clients on patent infringement and invalidity issues. It is known for providing high-quality service, with lawyers who are both highly skilled and collaborative.
LAWYER OF THE YEAR LIFE SCIENCES
Cláudia Monge – BAS – Sociedade de Advogados
The lawyer is widely recognized as one of the leading practitioners in Health and Life sciences field in Portugal, including healthcare contracting, health system financing, patients’ rights, medical data protection. Her name is closely associated with hospitals, medical associations, and other key institutions in the healthcare sector.
LAW FIRM OF THE YEAR ADVERTISING
SPS-Barrilero
The team led by Sara Henriques has developed particular experience in advertising-related matters, advising leading multinational clients across various industries, which has allowed it to gain a consistent perspective on sector-specific legal and regulatory challenges.
LAWYER OF THE YEAR ADVERTISING
Ignacio Marqués – Grau & Angulo
He has extensive cross-jurisdictional experience in industrial and intellectual property law, with a particular focus on advertising matters. Clients praise his ability to understand their perspective and navigate complex technical issues.
LAWYER OF THE YEAR SPORT
Ricardo Cardoso – Antas da Cunha Ecija
A key advisor in high-profile sports mandates, he has led complex negotiations involving global football stakeholders and long-term strategic agreements. His work demonstrates outstanding expertise in sports law, particularly in structuring cross-border, high-value arrangements shaping the modern sports industry.
LAW FIRM OF THE YEAR CIVIL LITIGATION
Eversheds Sutherland Spain
The law firm is recognized for its strong litigation expertise in intellectual property disputes, including contentious copyright matters and patent litigation. Its professionals advise clients on complex issues, combining legal precision with deep industry-specific insight.
LAW FIRM OF THE YEAR DIGITAL TECH
Pérez-Llorca
The firm stands out for its strong focus on digital transformation, advising on complex technology, data protection, and cybersecurity matters across regulated sectors. Its multidisciplinary approach and deep technical expertise enable it to deliver innovative, business-oriented solutions in high-impact digital environments.
LAWYER OF THE YEAR DIGITAL TECH
Noemí Brito Izquierdo – KPMG Abogados
The lawyer is widely recognized as one of the leading Spanish practitioners in the field, consistently ranked by top national and international legal directories. In the area of legal digital tech and transformation, she leads numerous domestic and international initiatives, approaching the practice of law with an innovative and distinctive perspective.
LAW FIRM OF THE YEAR TMT
Pinsent Masons
Recognized for its role in major telecom infrastructure projects, the team led by Paloma Bru Arce advises on the rollout of high-speed connectivity across complex regulatory environments. Its integrated approach across outsourcing, data, and telecoms enables seamless delivery in complex, multi-stakeholder environments.
LAWYER OF THE YEAR TMT
Javier Fernández-Samaniego – SAMANIEGO Law
A highly regarded TMT practitioner, he is known for advising on complex technology, media and digital matters across rapidly evolving sectors. At the forefront of TMT, he supports clients in high-impact digital transformation projects, combining deep sector knowledge with a strong strategic approach.
LAW FIRM OF THE YEAR INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
KPMG Abogados
The experienced team assists clients with sophisticated tech transactions and digital transformation projects, combining technical precision with practical solutions in fast-evolving technology environments.
LAWYER OF THE YEAR INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Sara Molina Pérez-Tomé – Pérez-Llorca
With extensive experience in technological transformation, she combines law, technology, and change management to deliver innovative client solutions. Since her 2025 appointment, she has worked closely with the firm’s teams to advance the adoption of Artificial Intelligence and emerging technologies.
LAW FIRM OF THE YEAR MEDIA
MRG abogados
Known for its strength in media and content-driven mandates, the team headed by María Jesús Román Gallardo advises on complex international audiovisual productions involving global platforms, cross-border production structures, and production services arrangements.
LAW FIRM OF THE YEAR TELECOMMUNICATION
Deloitte Legal
Recognised for its deep expertise in the telecommunications sector, the firm has built a strong reputation for delivering strategic, business-oriented advice and acts as a trusted advisor to the world-leading brands.
LAWYER OF THE YEAR TELECOMMUNICATION
Paloma Bru – Pinsent Masons
Recognised as a leading voice in TMT, the lawyer combines deep regulatory expertise with a practical, business-oriented approach. Under her leadership, the team provides comprehensive advice across the telecommunications sector, including commercial matters, public tenders, corporate transactions, and regulatory compliance.
LAW FIRM OF THE YEAR PRIVACY & DATA PROTECTION
Osborne Clarke
The team led by Rafael García del Poyo, has outstanding expertise in data protection, advising on complex GDPR compliance, data governance and cybersecurity matters. Operating at the forefront of privacy, the firm delivers innovative, business-oriented solutions in high-impact, data-driven environments.
LAWYER OF THE YEAR PRIVACY & DATA PROTECTION
Beatriz Rodríguez Gómez – RocaJunyent
As one of the youngest partners, the professional brings a strategic and forward-looking perspective to the application of law in highly technological environments. Her extensive experience in technology contracts, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence and data protection has made her a trusted advisor for national and international companies.
LAW FIRM OF THE YEAR CYBERSECURITY
Deloitte Legal
The team has deep expertise in digital regulation and end-to-end cybersecurity advisory. By integrating business, technology, and legal perspectives, highly skilled professionals deliver practical, forward-looking, and resilient solutions.
LAW FIRM OF THE YEAR E-SPORTS
EJASO
The team successfully advised one of the leading players in the professional esports market on a complex transaction, consistently demonstrating innovation and delivering strategic, insightful solutions.
LAW FIRM OF THE YEAR ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE
CECA MAGÁN ABOGADOS
With a strong focus on artificial intelligence, the firm advises on AI governance, regulatory compliance and the legal implications of emerging AI technologies. Its practice is centered on developing frameworks for the responsible use of AI, including risk assessment, accountability and AI-related disputes in evolving regulatory landscapes.
LAWYER OF THE YEAR ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE
Sara Henriques – SPS-Barrilero
The lawyer focuses on the fast-evolving field of artificial intelligence, combining strong analytical skills with a pragmatic, solution-oriented approach. She advises clients on AI-related contracts, agreements, and broader regulatory and governance matters, bringing clarity and structure to complex and rapidly changing issues.
