Dubai, United Arab Emirates — Martínez-Echevarría has launched a significant expansion initiative by opening new offices in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. This strategic move marks the firm’s official entry into the United Arab Emirates and represents a notable advancement in its international growth, complementing existing operations in Portugal and Turkey.
With these new locations, the Málaga-based legal firm aims to offer comprehensive legal services tailored for both corporate clients and individual investors. The firm’s teams are specially equipped to navigate the complexities of the Emirati market, ensuring clients receive expert guidance in their legal matters.
Founded in 1983, Martínez-Echevarría is celebrating its 40th anniversary in 2023, establishing itself as the leading firm in Andalusia by both revenue and office locations. The firm reported revenues of €30.4 million for 2024, reflecting a 13.4% increase compared to the previous year. Currently, it employs over 325 professionals across a network of 21 offices in Spain, Portugal, Turkey, and the UAE.
Within Spain, Martínez-Echevarría maintains a robust presence, with offices strategically located in cities such as Málaga, Seville, and Granada, as well as multiple locations in Marbella and a central office in Madrid. Internationally, the firm operates seven offices throughout Portugal, including key cities like Lisbon and Porto, along with one office in Istanbul.
In addition to its international growth, the firm is focused on bolstering its national operations. Recent key hires reflect this commitment. Noteworthy additions include Pablo Doñate, who is set to co-lead the Litigation and Arbitration department and will join the firm’s management committee; Carlos Gutiérrez, who takes the role of managing partner in the Banking and Finance department; and Jesús Palencia, who also joins the banking and finance team.
Armando Rozados has been appointed as the managing partner of the Seville office. His transition from RocaJunyent-Gaona brings new leadership to the office, which has recently relocated to Avenida de la Palmera and expanded its team. The firm has also recruited several other professionals, including Andrés Abadíe in White-Collar Crime and Compliance, Nicolás Martínez de las Rivas and Juan Luis Hernández-Gil in Litigation and Intellectual Property/IT, along with Luis Mosquera and Jimena Fernández in Labor law, and Luis Mateos focusing on Criminal Law.
Martínez-Echevarría’s growth trajectory demonstrates its commitment to providing high-quality legal services on both a national and global scale. As the firm continues to expand, it remains well-positioned to meet the evolving needs of clients across various sectors.
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