ClarkeModet and its professionals have once again been recognized by The Legal 500, one of the world’s leading legal directories. In the 2025 EMEA edition, we’ve been named among the leading firms in Spain for both Patents and Trademarks, and in Portugal for our work in Intellectual Property.

In particular, ClarkeModet Spain continues to stand out in Trademarks, further strengthening its position compared to last year, and has also made its debut for Patents. Among our professionals, the ranking highlights Paola Rúa, Inventions Director, as a Next Generation Partner. In addition, several of our Spanish experts were recognized as Recommended Lawyers: Jorge Oria, Rosario Echeverría, and Marta Tolón.

The Legal 500 team shared these insights on our work in Spain:

“With experience advising companies across a wide range of industrial sectors, ClarkeModet is sought after for its expertise in patent prosecution and litigation. The group works with an impressive portfolio of clients, including major names in the food & beverage, construction, and healthcare industries, among others.”

Meanwhile, in Portugal, we’re proud to celebrate our improved position in the Intellectual Property rankings, along with the recognition of our Country Managing Director, María Cruz García, as a Recommended Lawyer. The Legal 500 shared the following about our Portugal team:

 “ClarkeModet specialises in intellectual property, offering expertise in trademarks, patents, and strategic IP management. The firm continues to expand its European presence alongside its established Latin American roots. The Lisbon team is led by Maria Cruz García, who is noted for her expertise across a broad spectrum of IP matters, assisting both domestic and international clients.”

Legal 500’s thorough evaluation process considers case studies, feedback from clients and peers, and the demonstrated success of IP matters managed by teams across various countries.

Congratulations to our entire Iberia team on these outstanding results!