Changing client demands mean it is important that law firms have highly coordinated international teams to ensure the success of cross-border deals

Younger lawyers are keen to make use of AI as it means they spend less time doing ‘lousy work’, however such technology will not make the role of lawyers redundant

A Dubai office can serve as a gateway to markets that have not traditionally had strong links with Spain, such as Thailand, Iran and Burma

The role of finance and tax lawyers is changing, with a greater emphasis now being placed on assessing the risks associated with clients’ activities

Spanish infrastructure companies’ expertise is in demand around the world, which represents a major opportunity for law firms capable of managing multinational projects, says Rafael Alonso, managing partner of Squire Patton Boggs’ Madrid office.

Spanish companies and financial institutions are pursuing projects throughout Latin America, with countries in Central America and the Caribbean generating interest despite their smaller size

  Portuguese companies are increasingly internationalising their businesses, with Lusophone Africa, Latin America and Spain being among the key target areas, says Ricardo Oliveira, partner at PLMJ.

Angolan government needs to collaborate more with investors as well as make greater efforts to ensure that the country’s legal framework can be trusted