Barcelona, 6 June 2024 – The international legal firm Fieldfisher, comprising 1,800 professionals specialising in legal advice for companies, has joined Tech Barcelona as a Corporate Partner. The main aim of the agreement is to bring Fieldfisher’s expertise and knowledge in all legal areas, especially in the technology sector, to the ecosystem of companies and institutions represented by the association.

Additionally, Fieldfisher’s incorporation will also facilitate the attraction of companies interested in setting up in Barcelona. With 26 offices in Europe, China, and the United States, the firm has a significant global presence that enables them to offer legal advice worldwide. Specifically, the Tech & Data area collaborates closely with key offices, such as Silicon Valley, works with other technology hubs, and has an international advisory network that provides landing services for companies looking to establish themselves in Spain for the first time through Barcelona.

According to Carlos Pérez, partner responsible for the Tech & Data area at Fieldfisher in Spain, “the objective of this agreement is to become the legal partner of technology companies that need legal advice both nationally and internationally, in any practice area and anywhere in the world. Additionally, we want to serve as a bridge between our contacts and the tech hubs that can attract companies interested in setting up in Barcelona.”

For Miquel Martí, CEO of Tech Barcelona, “Fieldfisher’s incorporation reflects the shared commitment to promoting a favourable environment, also in legal terms, for the growth of startups and corporations, both local and international, thus consolidating Barcelona’s position as a key centre for technological innovation.”