Cuatrecasas

Legal Barcelona, Spain1900 employeesFounded 1918www.cuatrecasas.comBarcelona Madrid Bilbao Málaga Vigo Sevilla Valencia

Cuatrecasas is one of the largest and most prestigious law firms in Spain, and a leading firm in the Iberian and Latin American legal markets. Headquartered in Barcelona, the firm provides a full range of legal services including corporate, commercial, labor, tax, public law, and intellectual property, serving major multinational and domestic clients across industries. With over 2,000 professionals and a strong international network of partner firms (unter the umbrella of Cuatrecasas Gonçalves Pereira), it is recognized as a top-tier firm in Spain and Portugal.

In Spain, Cuatrecasas has multiple offices in key commercial hubs including Madrid, Barcelona, Bilbao, Málaga, Vigo, and Valencia, with headquarters in Barcelona. The firm is known for its rigorous professional culture, strong training programs, and clear career progression opportunities for lawyers and interns. It actively seeks international talent, offering internships in areas like ESG, tax, data protection, and IT/AI, and promotes diversity and inclusion. Its involvement in the CUATRECASAS Challenge and extensive structured internships across HR, IT, and legal departments makes it an attractive option for ambitious professionals looking to build a career in Spain's top-tier legal and professional services environment.

Company History

Founded in Barcelona in 1918, Cuatrecasas began as a small law practice and has grown over a century into one of the leading law firms in Southern Europe. It expanded through mergers and alliances, notably with Gonçalves Pereira in Portugal, and has built a strong network across Latin America via strategic partnerships, establishing itself as a top-tier legal adviser for hundreds of multinational companies.

For International Professionals

Offers a formal onboarding and mentoring program designed for recruits, helping expat lawyers and interns integrate quickly.
Provides many internship opportunities in English-friendly tech areas such as IT, AI, and cybersecurity, ideal for international students and recent graduates.
Active international mobility program allows lawyers to work on transatlantic and Southern European matters and potentially rotate between offices.
Centrally located offices in Barcelona and Madrid, offering easy access to transport and a dynamic command for international residents.
Known for a competitive salary structure and strong investment in professional development, including a large training calendar and annual challenge events.