Portuguese law firm SPS and Spanish law firm Barrilero announce strategic alliance

Portuguese law firm SPS and Spanish law firm Barrilero have announced the signing of a strategic agreement aimed at enhancing their presence and service capabilities across the Iberian Peninsula.

This agreement represents a step forward in consolidating both firms’ presence in the Iberian market, combining their experience, knowledge and resources to offer clients comprehensive and specialised legal services adapted to the needs of companies and individuals in both countries.

As part of the alliance, SPS will operate in Portugal under the brand SPS-Barrilero, building on its established track record in the Portuguese market, while Barrilero will continue to strengthen its position in Spain. The collaboration is intended to enhance their joint capacity to assist clients in an increasingly interconnected business environment and to provide strategic legal solutions with added value.

Pedro Malta da Silveira, partner at SPS attested: “This agreement represents a unique opportunity to join forces and reinforce our presence across the Iberian Peninsula. We share with Barrilero fundamental values such as excellence and proximity to the client, and we are confident that together we will provide an even stronger and more effective service.”

Eduardo Barrilero, Chairman of Barrilero, added: “We are excited about this agreement, which will allow us to expand our capabilities and support our clients in their growth in the Portuguese market, backed by a first-class team such as SPS. Our priority has always been to provide the highest quality legal services, and this partnership reinforces that commitment.”

This alliance marks the beginning of a new stage in which both firms, with a combined team of more than 350 professionals, will work together to provide legal services adapted to a context of increasing economic and business integration.