Patricia Martínez Copete
About Patricia Martínez Copete
Patricia Martínez Copete is a Law Clerk at King & Spalding, where she drafts merger filings and conducts legal research on EU and competition law matters. She has a diverse educational background in law, including an LL.B. from Universidad de Murcia and an LL.M. in EU Law from Universidad Carlos III de Madrid.
Work at King & Spalding
Patricia Martínez Copete currently serves as a Law Clerk at King & Spalding in Brussels, where she has been employed since 2023. In her role, she drafts merger filings for both EU and non-EU jurisdictions. She conducts legal research on various EU and competition law matters and prepares multijurisdictional merger and foreign direct investment analyses specifically for US companies.
Education and Expertise
Patricia holds a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from Universidad de Murcia, where she studied from 2015 to 2020. She furthered her education with a Master of Laws (LL.M.) in EU Law from Universidad Carlos III de Madrid, completing her studies in 2023. Additionally, she is pursuing a Master's degree in Legal Practice at Universidad Internacional de La Rioja since 2022. Her academic background provides her with a solid foundation in legal principles, particularly in EU and competition law.
Background in Legal Internships
Patricia began her legal career as a Legal Intern at the Spanish Competition Authority (CNMC) in Madrid. She later worked as a Legal Trainee at CNMC for nine months in 2022. In 2023, she gained experience as a Summer Legal Intern at Covington & Burling LLP in Brussels for one month. Additionally, she completed a four-month Blue Book Traineeship at the European Commission in Brussels, further enhancing her understanding of European law.
Language Proficiency
Patricia is proficient in four languages: Spanish, English, French, and German. This multilingual ability supports her work in international legal contexts, particularly in EU law and competition matters, allowing her to communicate effectively with diverse clients and stakeholders.
International Experience
Patricia has gained international experience through her studies and internships. She participated in the Erasmus program at the University of Liège from 2017 to 2018. This exposure to different legal systems and cultures has contributed to her comprehensive understanding of law in a global context.