Allen & Overy is regularly turned to by an impressive roster of international and Spanish blue-chip clients across a variety of industries, including energy, infrastructure, TMT, life sciences and real estate, to name a few. The ‘highly prepared team‘, which is equally adept in public and private M&A deals, showcases strength in high-value, and cross-jurisdictional mergers, acquisitions, disposals, and strategic joint ventures. At the helm of the practice sits Iñigo del Val, a seasoned M&A and private equity practitioner, who is especially proficient in transactions involving the infrastructure and energy sectors. These are also key areas of focus for Ignacio Hornedo, whose broad knowledge covers all aspects of corporate and M&A work, from high-value deals to corporate reorganisations. Both listed and closely-held businesses routinely seek Bosco de Checa‘s assistance in transactional matters concerning the infrastructure, energy and media segments. Other noteworthy individuals include Reka Palla, who has recently advised on a number of significant M&A deals in the Spanish market, and Patricia Figueroa, who handles a mix of M&A deals, asset transfers and commercial contracts.

One of the preeminent law firms in Spain for transformative M&A, Clifford Chance routinely handles a significant volume of large-cap deals in a variety of industries on behalf of major multinational and domestic public corporations, privately-held companies, and financial investors. With a strong presence in the country’s two transactional centres, the M&A practice has been particularly active in the energy, infrastructure, TMT, insurance, financial services and sports sectors as of late. Lauded by clients for his ‘strong negotiation skills and strategic advice‘, department leader Luis Alonso is a reference for energy and sports-related deals. The latter is a key area of activity for counsel Pablo Murcia. Managing partner Jaime Velázquez remains a key point of contact for global and Spanish blue-chip clients. With a special focus on financial investors and private equity matters, Javier Amantegui is another name to note in the team. Javier Hermosilla and Miguel Barredo possess a proven track record in domestic and cross-border business transactions. Guillermo Guardia oversees the corporate group in Barcelona, and is singled out for his experience in both M&A and financing deals.

Boasting an extensive national platform, Garrigues is seen with great regularity advising major Spanish clients, including a large share of IBEX-35 companies, on industry-defining transactions. The firm is noted for its proficiency in high-value M&A deals across an array of sectors, ranging from energy to TMT and financial services. The corporate and M&A practice is led by a capable duo: the ‘very professional and knowledgeable‘ Mónica Martín De Vidales, who acts for both private and public listed companies in high-end M&A; and Àlvaro López-Jorrín, who boasts a strong track record in transactions involving the banking sector. Managing partner Fernando Vives, ‘undoubtedly one of the best lawyers in Spain‘, remains active advising on sophisticated M&A and corporate governance issues concerning Spanish listed companies. With almost two decades’ experience in this space, Arnau Tapias is trusted by insurers and listed companies seeking guidance on contracts, corporate restructurings, acquisitions and disposals. Outsourcing transactions are a notable strength for Sergio González Galán, who heads up the firm’s corporate governance team.

Offering legal support to a stellar client base comprising multinational companies, financial investors and other active participants in M&A, Linklaters excels in big-ticket transactions at the domestic and international level. Singled out for its ‘excellent M&A track record and knowledge of corporate law‘, the team continues to attract instructions from an impressive number of new clients from the energy, life sciences, infrastructure and private equity spaces. Víctor Manchado, head of the corporate department in Madrid, is particularly skilled in public M&A mandates in the energy and financial services sectors; he is also proficient in M&A involving distressed assets and private equity. Energy and infrastructure-related deals are among Lara Hemzaoui‘s core areas of focus. The ‘fantastic‘ Carmen Burgos is a key contact for domestic and cross-border M&A, joint ventures and commercial agreements. Other names to note include: M&A and PE specialist Esteban Arza; Jose María López, who plays a prominent role in renewable energy transactions; managing partner José Giménez, who shines on matters involving regulated sectors; and senior consultant Jaime Zurita, whose broad practice covers IPOs, public M&A and tender offers.

‘One of the best in the market‘, Uría Menéndez works with a broad range of strategic clients, including Fortune 500 and Ibex-35 companies, on a wealth of headline-grabbing transactions. With a strong presence in the Spanish and Portuguese-speaking world, the firm is a prime destination for M&A deals in Iberia and those with links to Latin America. The highly regarded Manuel Echenique is trusted by many Spanish listed companies and private equity firms in domestic and cross-border M&A and financing transactions. He oversees the corporate and commercial practice alongside Francisco San Miguel, who excels in public and private M&A, and is a key contact for large and mid-market private equity players. Bringing together expertise in M&A, corporate law and governance issues, Rafael Núñez-Lagos is often engaged in mandates involving financial institutions and the infrastructure segment. Guillermo del Río stands out at senior associate level for his regular involvement in sophisticated M&A, joint ventures and strategic investments.

Cuatrecasas is routinely sought out by a litany of Spanish and international corporates across the retail, consumer goods, life sciences, insurance, industrial and energy sectors. The practice has continued to concentrate its position as an adviser in high-end domestic and cross-border M&A, benefitting from its strong network of offices stretching across Latin America, New York and London. The department is under the joint leadership of Alejandro Payá, who regularly advises on M&A deals, joint ventures and strategic alliances in the financial services, infrastructure and life sciences segments, and José Luis Rodríguez, a reference for domestic and multijurisdictional acquisitions and corporate restructurings. Javier Villasante focuses on M&A and PE matters, while Javier Martí-Fluxá maintains a broad practice covering M&A, joint ventures, ECM deals and takeover bids.

Home to ‘a very professional, competent and stable team of lawyers‘, Gómez-Acebo & Pombo possesses ‘extensive experience in M&A transactions‘ in key economic sectors, including TMT, banking and energy. Leading the department, Álvaro Mateo shines on private equity deals and M&A involving the technology segment. Managing partner Iñigo Erláiz marries in-depth knowledge of corporate and commercial law with significant experience in M&A, PE and insolvency mandates. Guillermo Guerra Martín is the name to note for corporate governance matters, which is also an area of expertise for Estibaliz Aranburu. Pablo Fernández Cortijo takes the lead on energy-related deals. The practice was recently reinforced by the May 2023 addition of Alexander Kolb, a seasoned M&A and PE practitioner who joined from Linklaters, and by the arrival of counsel Jorge Martín from Clifford Chance in September 2023.  Martín is especially active in the PE, infrastructure, TMT and energy sectors.

Latham & Watkins LLP, which has recently made waves in the Spanish M&A market with the hiring of dealmaker Alejandro Ortiz from Linklaters in September 2022, is prepared to handle high-end M&A on behalf of household name clients from the worlds of telecoms, energy, healthcare, private equity and infrastructure, among other sectors. The team possesses a ‘practical and complete transactional vision‘ which is ‘complemented by a strong legal knowledge of commercial, corporate and M&A matters‘. The group is jointly led by María José Descalzo, a key contact for energy and infrastructure-related deals, and Ignacio Pallarés, who excels in cross-border divestitures and acquisitions involving public and private entities. Ignacio Gómez-Sancha is adept at assisting with M&A, capital markets, takeovers and restructuring matters, while Jose Antonio Sánchez Dafos stands out for his strong track record in PE and venture capital investments in Iberia.

International funds, financial investors and major listed companies routinely turn to Pérez-Llorca for advice on high-end public and private M&A transactions. The team, which often collaborates with the firm’s regulatory, competition, litigation and tax specialists, is also well placed to handle joint ventures, venture capital matters and minority investments. Rated for its ‘high technical level‘ and ‘commercial capacity in complex transactions‘, the group is overseen by Javier Carvajal, who brings over two decades’ experience advising Spanish and international clients from the financial services, industrial, energy and infrastructure sectors. Pablo González Mosqueira is noted for his proficiency in cross-border matters and deals involving listed companies, while Julio Lujambio handles a mix of M&A and PE matters. With offices in Barcelona, London, New York, Brussels and Singapore, the firm is also particularly well positioned to handle transactions with ties to Latin America; Iván Delgado takes the lead on this type of work. Managing partner Pedro Pérez-Llorca is also part of the core corporate and M&A practice, as is Carmen Reyna.

The ‘proactive‘ corporate and M&A team at Ashurst LLP offers legal support to domestic and international companies, investors, financial institutions and PE funds in M&A, joint ventures, corporate restructurings and general corporate law issues. Steered by María José Menéndez, the team is particularly rated for its transactional capabilities in the energy, insurance and financial services sectors. Global co-head of the corporate group and managing partner of the Madrid office Jorge Vázquez is well versed in cross-border M&A, restructurings and distressed deals. Industrial and real estate clients regularly retain Pedro Ester in M&A and PE transactions, while Andrés Alfonso is the name to note for energy-related mandates.

Noted for its ‘skill in the negotiation of all contracts‘, the corporate and M&A practice at Baker McKenzie is particularly well versed in transactions involving the healthcare, pharmaceuticals, education and energy sectors. Spanish and international clients regularly turn to Javier Menor for assistance in M&A, strategic alliances and PE matters; he oversees the department from Barcelona with Madrid-based Luis Casals, who is highly regarded for ‘his extensive knowledge of corporate and M&A‘ mandates, including cross-border deals. Also in Madrid, Maite Diez stands out for her strong track record in matters involving the telecoms and IT industries, while Jorge Adell is a contact in Barcelona for business transactions, including real estate-related deals. Fernando Torrente, a seasoned M&A, capital markets and corporate governance specialist, joined from Allen & Overy in July 2023.

Home to a sizeable corporate and M&A group split between Madrid and Barcelona, CMS Albiñana y Suárez de Lezo is a popular destination for blue-chip companies, private equity houses, investment funds, and startups operating in an array of sectors, most notably telecoms, consumer goods, life sciences, real estate and energy. The latter is a key area of strength for the group, which is particularly well positioned to handle M&A involving renewable energy assets. Practice co-head José María Rojí, a seasoned M&A practitioner, sits in the Barcelona office. Key individuals to note in Madrid include: managing partner César Albiñana; Rafael Suárez de Lezo, who maintains a broad practice covering M&A, securities, finance and competition; Luis Miguel de Dios, who heads up the firm’s German desk in Spain; and Ignacio Cerrato, who handles a mix of domestic and cross-border transactions, commercial agreements and contractual matters.

Led by Jose Maria Gil-Robles, DLA Piper‘s corporate and M&A practice in Spain is adept at handling both domestic and cross-border transactions, benefitting from the firm’s extensive international network. Gil-Robles is especially active in distressed deals and portfolio transactions. Joaquín Echánove is singled out for his strong track record in multijurisdictional transactions, while Enrique Chamorro, a key contact for education, healthcare, technology and real estate clients, is a name to note for matters with ties to Latin America. Energy and infrastructure-related mandates, as well as venture capital and PE investments are core areas of focus for Marta Vizcaíno.

Herbert Smith Freehills LLP fields an ‘exemplary‘ corporate and M&A group that is skilled in the gamut of transactional, commercial and corporate governance matters. Clients operating in a range of industries, such as TMT, energy, pharmaceuticals, real estate, and consumer goods, routinely seek the team’s advice on public and private M&A, corporate restructuring and joint ventures. Following the departure of former practice head Pablo García-Nieto in May 2023, the department is now led by Alberto Frasquet, a name to note for investment banks, private equity firms, and Spanish and international corporations. Senior partner Nicolás Martín is devoted to M&A, tax and PE matters.

Hogan Lovells International LLP‘s Madrid-based corporate and M&A team is singled out for its proficiency in transactions involving the infrastructure and mobility sectors, but is also equally adept at acting for clients operating in the TMT, life sciences, financial services, insurance, real estate and energy spaces. Drawing on the firm’s wider international presence, the team is often engaged in cross-border deals, showcasing particular strength in matters concerning Latin America. At the helm of the practice, Alex Dolmans assists international companies in M&A, joint ventures, and commercial agreements. M&A involving regulated sectors and corporate governance are core areas of activity for Lucas Osorio, while Eduardo Pérez is a reference for industrial, energy and defence clients.

Singled out for its ‘in-depth knowledge of the Spanish renewable energy market‘, Watson Farley & Williams LLP is routinely engaged by corporations, financial institutions, industrial clients and investment funds in a variety of M&A work in this space. Typical mandates for the group range from share and asset deals, including portfolio transactions, to disposals, joint ventures and corporate restructuring. María Pilar García Guijarro, who spearheads the corporate and M&A department, specialises in energy-related M&A and PE deals, with a special focus on the renewables segment. Ana Lorenzo is also part of the core team, advising energy and infrastructure clients on the entire spectrum of corporate and M&A mandates.

With extensive experience in ‘all areas of corporate and commercial law, including M&A and commercial contracts‘, White & Case LLP acts for a diverse client roster of private equity houses, financial institutions, and industrial players in multijurisdictional transactions across the worlds of energy, TMT, infrastructure and healthcare (among others). The practice experienced considerable growth in  headcount over the past year: Javier Monzón and Álvaro Manzanos joined from Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer in June 2022 bringing a wealth of experience in M&A in the healthcare, private equity and real estate sectors, while former Herbert Smith Freehills LLP partners Ignacio Paz and Pablo García-Nieto arrived in July 2023, strengthening the firm’s capabilities in energy and infrastructure-related deals. Leading the team is Juan Manuel de Remedios, who focuses on corporate law and capital markets offerings. Widely recommended by clients, Yoko Takagi ‘operates at the forefront of colossal investments, divestments, and complex transactions involving listed companies‘.

Andersen houses an ‘extremely dynamic, proactive and professional‘ team, which has recently experienced substantial growth across multiple of its offices in the country. Major to medium-sized corporates and private equity firms regularly seek its assistance in buy and sell-side M&A mandates as well as corporate reorganisations in a multitude of sectors, including energy, healthcare, real estate and agribusiness. Based in Valencia, Ignacio Aparicio oversees business transactions in Iberia and also leads the Cuban desk. Javier Bustillo Guzmán is a key name for venture capital funds, investors and entrepeneurs, while the ‘technically brilliant‘ Jaime Aguilar Mulet focuses on matters involving listed companies.

Noted for being ‘reactive, pragmatic and solutions-driven‘, Araoz & Rueda manages a busy transactional workload where M&A features alongside PE deals, joint ventures and contractual matters. Its broad service offering is matched by an equally varied client base; companies from the healthcare, pharmaceuticals, infrastructure, media and transport sectors frequently retain the team in an array of corporate and M&A matters. The practice is jointly led by founding partner Pedro Rueda, who is active in buy and sell-side M&A, and the all-rounder Alejandro Fernández de Araoz.

Commended for its ‘knowledge of the market‘ and ‘technical quality‘, Deloitte Legal’s sizeable corporate and M&A department is a go-to destination for buyers and sellers seeking assistance in domestic and cross-border transactions involving both private and listed companies. Leading the department is Barcelona-based Ignacio Sanjurjo, who focuses on M&A, corporate governance, commercial agreements and reorganisations, demonstrating notable skills in the real estate and private equity sectors, while Guillermo Donadeu is particularly active in the insurance space.

Covering the entire scope of M&A and corporate work, Dentons is well placed to act for a diversity of clients, ranging from public listed companies, to middle-market players and private equity funds. The department operates across a wide spectrum of industries, most notably energy, life sciences and technology. Focused on the structuring of funds, M&A, buy-outs and divestments, Jesús Durán spearheads the department. With extensive experience in both domestic and cross-border transactions, Israel de Diego is active in M&A and corporate restructurings, while Nieves Briz regularly advises on corporate, commercial and contractual matters.

Split between Madrid and Barcelona, DWF-RCD stands out for its strength in transactions involving the IT, telecoms, biotech and pharmaceutical industries. Handling matters at both domestic and international level, the firm is a go-to choice for venture capital funding rounds, mid-market corporate transactions and PE investments. The department is under the leadership of a seasoned duo: Adolf Rousaud has over two decades’ experience in corporate law, predominantly advising pharmaceutical, energy and automotive clients on commercial agreements, while Ignasi Costas focuses on cross-border mandates involving start-ups and VC funds.

Able to draw on a wide international network of offices, Eversheds Sutherland is best known for its strong track record in mid-market M&A with multijurisdictional implications. The firm continues to expand its client roster, which features several well-known names from the energy, logistics, automotive, IT and financial services sectors. With a wealth of experience in M&A of all sizes, Juan Díaz Hidalgo is also skilled in restructurings and distressed deals. He oversees the practice with Carlos Pemán, who focuses on energy-related transactions, and Ignacio Balañá, who handles a mix of M&A, joint ventures, corporate reorganisations and carve-outs. Counsel Diego Cruz-Villalón often advises domestic and foreign clients on commercial and contractual issues.

EY Abogados fields an ‘interdisciplinary team that is highly efficient in managing M&A transactions‘, standing out for its strong track record in the energy space. Listed and closely-held businesses, private equity houses and debt funds routinely engage the group, which is also active in the healthcare and education sectors. Widely recommended by clients, co-head Susana Gómez Badiola is counsel of choice for TMT and energy companies. Fellow co-leader Francisco Silván handles large transactions, restructurings and joint ventures for private equity and industrial clients.

‘Always focused on finding practical solutions’, Jones Day oversees a diversity of M&A – including mid-cap and large-scale deals – for sellers, buyers, investors and financial advisors. The department, which showcases particular strength in the real estate, infrastructure, energy, industrial and technology sectors, is also well versed in corporate governance issues, distressed deals and business restructurings. Miguel Bermúdez de Castro ‘is singled out for his great technical skills‘ in the context of M&A, PE deals and corporate restructurings. Blanca Puyol is a reference for cross-border transactions.

A go-to destination for listed companies and private equity funds, King & Wood Mallesons’ primary focus is energy-related M&A. In addition, the team is skilled at advising domestic and international players in buy-side and sell-side mandates across the retail, industrial, infrastructure and technology sectors. Department leader Roberto Pomares enjoys a strong reputation in the energy and private equity spaces; he excels in disposals, corporate restructurings, and PE investments at domestic and international levels. Also part of the core team, Pablo Díaz advises on the entire spectrum of corporate and M&A mandates. Senior associate Gonzalo Fernández stands out for his involvement in high-end M&A mandates in the energy and PE segments. Victoria Ruenes is another name to note.

Demonstrating notable strength in PE transactions, Pinsent Masons LLP‘s Madrid-based team is well versed in domestic and cross-border mandates, benefitting from the firm’s vast international presence. The group manages a busy transactional workload which features M&A of all sizes, joint ventures, corporate and commercial agreements. Leading the department is Antonio Sánchez Montero, who acts for private equity funds and industrial clients operating in a variety of industries, from healthcare to technology. Francisco Aldavero, who joined from EY Abogados in September 2022, brings a wealth of experience in M&A, disposals, joint ventures and LBOs.

Ramón y Cajal Abogados is equipped to support clients – chiefly companies operating in regulated sectors and financial institutions – in the full spectrum of M&A matters, excelling particularly in the middle market. Singled out for his significant experience in deals involving listed securities, Miguel García Stuyck jointly heads up the department with Álvaro Bertrán, an ‘excellent professional‘ recommended for M&A and equity investments in the industrial and renewables segments.

Demonstrating particular strength in the technology space, Bird & Bird is well versed in M&A, spin-offs, joint ventures and corporate restructurings. The firm attracts engagements from a variety of multinationals, institutional investors, emerging growth companies and entrepreneurs, and is a popular choice for venture capital, life sciences and healthcare-related matters. Lourdes Ayala, who heads up the corporate, M&A and venture capital department in Madrid, advises on domestic and cross-border deals. M&A and VC specialist Alberto Rodriguez is especially active in the tech, gaming, e-sports and life sciences sectors.

Cases&Lacambra handles a variety of corporate law and transactional matters on behalf of clients operating in a multitude of sectors, most notably financial services, venture capital, private equity, energy, retail and manufacturing. Working in close collaboration with the tax and financial services groups, the team is skilled in M&A, commercial agreements and corporate governance. Department leader Lucas Palomar, who advises both buyers and sellers, excels in corporate restructurings, joint ventures and M&A.

Highlighted by clients for its ‘absolute availability combined with high technical knowledge‘, Ceca Magán Abogados‘ corporate and M&A practice provides assistance to medium enterprises active in a wide range of sectors, including food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, construction, financial services and distribution. With extensive experience in internationalisation processes, co-head José María Pastrana is adept at advising foreign clients on the setting up and expansion of business operations in Spain. Fellow co-leader Alejandro Alonso Dregi possesses more than three decades’ experience in commercial matters and M&A deals, with a special focus on the retail and real estate sectors.

Spanish and international clients, including venture capital and private equity investors, routinely turn to ECIJA for legal support in M&A, joint ventures and corporate reorganisations. Best known ‘for its strong reputation among its stable of tech clients‘, the firm, which maintains a strategic alliance with Taylor Wessing LLP, is also trusted by clients from the media, energy and financial services industries. A key contact for listed companies, credit institutios and state-owned entities, Alberto Alonso Ureba handles a combination of M&A, corporate governance and contractual issues. Emilio Prieto concentrates on M&A and PE transactions.

Fieldfisher is home to ‘a top-level team with extremely personalised attention and a very deep knowledge‘ of corporate law and M&A transactions at the domestic and international level. Clients from across a multitude of sectors, including manufacturing, retail and energy, seek regular advice on share and asset deals, private equity transactions and distressed matters. Practice head Rodrigo Martos handles the entire scope of M&A mandates on behalf of large companies, investment funds and high-net-worth individuals.

The ‘excellent professionals‘ at KPMG Abogados, Spain are equipped to handle all manner of corporate and M&A matters. Typical instructions range from disposals and acquisitions, to joint ventures, share capital increases and corporate governance issues. Based in Barcelona, Eneko Belausteguigoitia is active in corporate restructurings and in the negotiation of M&A contracts. Rafael Aguilar is a key contact in Madrid for private equity funds, private companies and public entities. Francisco Vázquez joined as partner from Ashurst LLP in May 2023.

Rated for its partner-level involvement, ‘technical knowledge, work capacity and efficiency‘, López-Ibor Abogados provides legal support in the fields of corporate law, commercial agreements, contracts and M&A transactions. With extensive experience in corporate deals involving listed and privately held companies, Marta Gil de Biedma  ‘has a clear vision and masters the law‘. She oversees the practice with Carlos Trénor, who is noted for his proficiency in real estate transactions.

‘Medium-sized multidisciplinary firm‘ Marimón Abogados is well positioned to handle due diligence and negotiations of joint ventures and M&A. Clients from a variety of sectors, most notably IT, financial services and real estate, benefit from an ‘excellent access to partners and a quality junior team‘, all of whom are adept in domestic and cross-border transactions, especially those with ties to other European countries. Anahita Tárrega is a key name in Barcelona for Italy and France-related deals, while Begoña Redón in Madrid is often retained by family businesses in commercial contracts and corporate conflicts.

Home to ‘a team of lawyers equipped with an excellent combination of legal knowledge, strategic thinking and communication skills‘, ONTIER is retained by a diverse mix of domestic and international clients from an array of sectors, including IT, private equity and consumer goods. Drawing on its vast footprint in Latin America, the firm has remained busy acting in M&A deals, business combinations, and joint ventures at the domestic and international level. Key individuals include Bernardo Gutiérrez De La Roza, Pablo Enrile, the versatile and ‘always available‘ Jorge Perujo, and corporate and M&A specialist Víctor Artola Recolons.

Led by Javier Gómez Domínguez, the sizeable corporate and M&A practice at PwC Tax & Legal Services assists a growing number of clients from the healthcare, financial services, energy, retail and industrial in buy and sell-side mandates. Singled out for ‘his availability, attention and expertise‘, Jacobo Lavilla has a solid track record in M&A, joint ventures and corporate reorganisations.

A strong player in the Barcelona market, RocaJunyent handles nationally significant M&A, private equity investments and corporate reorganisations across a variety of sectors, with a special emphasis on TMT, financial services and insurance. Noted for its ‘great professionalism and legal knowledge‘, the group possesses strong capabilities in venture capital matters, and is often called upon by companies of all sizes, including multinationals and family-owned businesses. Xavier Altirriba is the main point of contact for French corporations looking for assistance with their investments in Spain. Managing partner Joan Roca is also recommended for M&A and contractual mandates.

‘Part of a multidisciplinary and international team‘, Squire Patton Boggs‘ Madrid-based corporate and M&A group experienced significant growth over the past year, both in headcount and turnover. The practice continues to advise middle-market and increasingly major clients from the worlds of TMT, healthcare, real estate, energy and infrastructure on the full slate of corporate transactions. Teresa Zueco, managing partner of the Madrid office, focuses on M&A and private equity matters, and is qualified to advise on Spanish and French law. Carlos Blanco, who joined from RocaJunyent in November 2022, possesses a strong track record in the telecoms sector.

Tribeca Abogados‘ workload is populated by several middle-market M&A, private equity deals and corporate restructurings across various industries, including technology, healthcare, manufacturing and energy. In addition to its transactional skills, the group also provides advice on general corporate law issues and commercial contracts. Commended for his ‘high level of involvement in each project‘, Madrid-based Juan Bezares acts for domestic and international companies, PE houses, investment firms, start-ups and venture capital funds in a host of corporate transactions. He oversees the group alongside Diego Ferreiro, who sits in the Madrid office and excels in joint ventures and corporate reorganisations, and José Miguel Mayayo in Zaragoza, whose knowledge covers M&A, commercial contracts and corporate law.