Lisbon, Portugal — Fieldfisher, a British law firm, officially launched operations in Portugal on July 1, partnering with André Miranda Associados (AMA) to enhance its foothold in Europe. The firm aspires to rank among the top 10 legal establishments in the country by leveraging AMA’s capabilities and shared vision, emphasizing a commitment to innovation and sector growth.
In a notable achievement, AMA reported a 20% increase in turnover for 2024, mirroring similar growth experienced by Fieldfisher in Spain. The integration of personal and professional assets involved absorbing AMA’s structured workforce of 68 professionals, including 45 lawyers, across its Lisbon and Porto locations. “Our goal is to be recognized among the top ten law firms in Portugal while maintaining this growth trajectory,” said managing partners André Miranda and João André Antunes in a recent interview.
The selection of AMA as a partner was no quick decision. Over the course of two years, the two firms meticulously evaluated potential candidates for collaboration. Founded in 2014, AMA emerged from the combined expertise of Miranda in public law and Antunes in corporate law and mergers and acquisitions, both of whom previously served at Cuatrecasas. The firm’s commitment to investment in infrastructure and talent management has led to substantial growth and includes a recent move to a new headquarters in the Lisbon district of Avenidas Novas.
Fieldfisher’s expansion into Portugal is part of a broader strategy to consolidate its presence in Europe, with the firm currently operating in 14 countries across 27 offices. This move follows recent openings in Austria, Italy, and Poland, furthering its reach after establishing a presence in Spain since 2018. Miranda noted Portugal’s potential for growth, citing its attractiveness for foreign investment post-2011 financial crisis and its position as a strategic hub for international connections to regions such as Africa, Asia, and Brazil.
The timing of this integration coincides with a shifting landscape in Portugal’s economy and legal sector, where competition is intensifying for both clients and legal talent. “As the market evolves, joining an international network of 1,800 lawyers was a logical step after a decade of development,” Miranda explained.
The new partnership aims not only to drive growth but also to create job opportunities for top talent within the country, with a focus on critical sectors like technology, financial services, and energy. As Portugal continues to emerge as a dynamic economy, players like Fieldfisher and AMA may find themselves well-positioned to capitalize on the country’s upward trajectory.
This venture sets a promising stage for the future of both firms as they work collaboratively to expand their services and influence in the region. By merging resources and expertise, Fieldfisher and AMA are poised to contribute significantly to the evolving legal landscape in Portugal.
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