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CMS Albiñana & Suárez de Lezo's Corporate team has advised on some of the leading corporate M&A transactions in Spain in recent years. 


The team advises large listed, mid-size and small companies on all areas of corporate law including M&A, venture capital, outsourcing, capital markets, group restructuring and privatisation. The team has particular standout experience in the energy, banking and finance, infrastructure, telecommunications, insurance, pharmaceutical, real estate hotels and leisure, technology and the media

Chambers Review

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Corporate/M&A: High-end Capability - Spain

4
Band 4

What the Team is Known For

CMS leverages its longstanding role as governance adviser for major Spanish corporates to attract roles on high-profile M&A and restructuring mandates. Its capabilities extend to advising on high-end cross-border joint ventures. CMS is particularly popular among leading Spanish infrastructure, telecommunications and energy clients; the team also acts for important foreign corporates and private equity funds. The law firm maintains strong ties to the German market thanks to the reputations both of its European offices and of its experienced Madrid-based partners as well.

Work Highlights

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  • CMS advised Logista on the 100% share capital acquisition of SGEL Libros.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Luis Miguel de Dios Martínez
4
Luis Miguel de Dios Martínez
4
Band 4
Luis Miguel de Dios frequently advises German clients on the sale and acquisition of share capital in Spanish companies in the renewable energy, manufacturing and infrastructure sectors.

He provides high-quality services, and he is available and responsive. He is able to contribute with a straightforward approach.

Luis Miguel provides clear explanations for complex technical issues, and tailored advice. He is also very pragmatic in his decision-making.

César Albiñana Cilveti
5
César Albiñana Cilveti
5
Band 5
César Albiñana Cilveti is a longstanding practitioner in the M&A space, frequently advising on transactions with cross-border elements.
6
Elena Aguilar
6
Band 6

Elena Aguilar is recognised for her expertise in conducting cross-border acquisitions, representing clients in the financial and retail sectors.

Elena Aguilar has a positive spirit, a constructive approach, rigour and strong dedication.

She is an excellent lawyer who stands out for her great commercial vision and involvement in matters. She also provides practical and achievable solutions.

I would 100% recommend her.

Ignacio Zarzalejos
6
Ignacio Zarzalejos
6
Band 6
Ignacio Zarzalejos handles high-value sales and acquisitions in the infrastructure and telecommunications sectors.
Rafael Suárez de Lezo
6
Rafael Suárez de Lezo
6
Band 6
Rafael Suárez de Lezo represents corporates in the sale and acquisition of companies in the renewable energy and infrastructure sectors.

Not only is he a great lawyer but he is also a great business adviser.

Rafael brings a wealth of experience in complex operations.

Ignacio Cerrato
U
Ignacio Cerrato
U
Up and Coming

Ignacio Cerrato is recognised in the rankings on the basis of strong market support. He handles a variety of transactional and joint venture matters, both domestic and cross-border.

Ranked Lawyers at
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Corporate/M&A: High-end Capability

Luis Miguel de Dios Martínez
4
Luis Miguel de Dios Martínez
4
Band 4
César Albiñana Cilveti
5
César Albiñana Cilveti
5
Band 5
6
Elena Aguilar
6
Band 6
Ignacio Zarzalejos
6
Ignacio Zarzalejos
6
Band 6
Rafael Suárez de Lezo
6
Rafael Suárez de Lezo
6
Band 6
Ignacio Cerrato
U
Ignacio Cerrato
U
Up and Coming

Members

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César Albiñana Cilveti

César Albiñana Cilveti

Head of Department

Elena Aguilar

Elena Alcázar

Ignacio Cerrato

Ignacio Zarzalejos

Irene Miró

José Ramón Meléndez

Mariano Bautista

Pedro Ferreras