Public Law
Europe Guide 2024 : Spain
Band 3
Contact number
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Provided by Baño León Abogados (Madrid - HQ)
The firm praises itself of a very strong public law practice, which draws on regulatory know-how and knowledge of the intrincacies of administrative proceeding and administrative decision making.
The practices advises in a range of sectors including payment services, transportation, sports, urban planning and concession contracts. Our team often advises service providers on contentious mandates linked to the award or performance of concession contracts. It defends successful bidders against appeals filed by competitors, and it assists with litigation filed as a result of the early termination of concessions, review of prices and extension of contracts. The team also acts for industry associations on varied advisory matters, including interactions with public authorities in respect of new regulations.
Overall, the firm enjoys a very high success rate in obtaining favorauble judgments at the Spanish Supreme Court on public procurement matters. Recent cases at the Supreme Court include the consequences of breaching the duty of secrecy during the bidding process or the limits of competition law in joint ventures formed by competitors in public procurement contracts.
Clients include Aquila Acentor, Elecnor, FCC Aqualia, FCC Medioambiente and ASELIP among others.
Chambers Review
Baño León Abogados is a dedicated domestic boutique with a strong client list consisting of industry associations and private companies. The firm advises industrial companies on the impact of new regulations as well as strategic contentious claims. It has experience in significant cases referred up to the ECJ for a determination on the legality of new requirements for ridesharing companies. It also advises on both the public authority and the private contractor side of disputes over the performance of public contracts.
Work Highlights
- Baño León represented FCC Medio Ambiente in a damages claim against Mancomunidad del Sur's claim for EUR8 million as a result of the increase in plastic materials prices.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The lawyers at Baño León always find imaginative solutions for complex issues."
"They understand perfectly the functioning of public administrations and that makes our work easier."
"The lawyers at Baño León always find imaginative solutions for complex issues."
"They understand perfectly the functioning of public administrations and that makes our work easier."
Notable Practitioners
José María Baño León has in-depth technical understanding of a broad array of public law issues, including advising on legal reforms, and representing clients in proceedings before the Spanish Supreme Court. He also has an outstanding reputation for his academic profile.
"José María has a deep understanding of the rationale behind the public law and provides us with a clear overview of what to expect."
José María Baño Fos handles a range of administrative disputes, including filing appeals against previous rulings.
"José María fits perfectly to our needs; for us he is our trusted adviser."