Corporate/M&A: High-end Capability
Europe Guide 2024 : Spain
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Chambers Review
Freshfields is a renowned international firm with a strong corporate practice that targets only the most complex or highest-value transactions. The law firm has a superb global reputation for M&A and reorganisations alongside proven experience in coordinating cross-border mandates with colleagues in Germany and London. It demonstrates particular strength in high-profile takeover bids and often assists foreign companies looking either to enter or exit the Spanish market, with notable success in attracting and retaining East Asian institutional investors as key clients. The team leverages the expertise of other departments to offer clients global advice, including antitrust, tax and finance.
Work Highlights
- Freshfields advised KKR on the EUR3 billion acquisition of IVIRMA.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Freshfields combined creative thought with a detailed knowledge of regulatory parameters."
"Their collective knowledge and skills enable them to handle complex transactions effectively."
"They are very good at grasping tactical considerations and being commercial while preserving legal positions."
"The team have deep knowledge of the matters which allow them to structure creative solutions for every situation."
"They are very rounded and go in-depth into what you are asking. They look at every angle."
"Freshfields combined creative thought with a detailed knowledge of regulatory parameters."
"Their collective knowledge and skills enable them to handle complex transactions effectively."
"They are very good at grasping tactical considerations and being commercial while preserving legal positions."
"The team have deep knowledge of the matters which allow them to structure creative solutions for every situation."
"They are very rounded and go in-depth into what you are asking. They look at every angle."
Notable Practitioners
David Franco assists with both public and private M&A transactions. He has a diverse list of clients including energy companies, private equity firms and technology businesses.
"He is very experienced and has broad knowledge, but he is also practical and easy to work with."
"He works seamlessly with clients and advisers."
Head of department Armando Albarrán is regularly involved in market-leading deals, including takeovers, mergers and cross-border sales. He is well versed in advising telecoms clients as well as private equity funds.
"Armando Albarrán has excellent problem-solving skills. He is a true leader with significant empathy, which is a very important attribute in negotiations."
"He’s pretty calm; he thinks twice about everything when tough decisions need to be taken. When you need clarity on execution, he's a master of it."
"We count on him in large transactions."
"He offers a pragmatic and practical approach and clear communication. He has experience he can bring to the table."
"He's constructive. He tries to identify problems and look for solutions."
New to the rankings, Alfonso De Marcos is adept at handling corporate reorganisations, acquisitions, incorporations and joint ventures. Clients also highlight his experience in capital markets transactions.
"Alfonso De Marcos has a remarkable 360-degree understanding of the transactions as well as a deep knowledge of private and public capital markets."
"He knows how to handle negotiations. He is technically impeccable and generates trust with clients."
Asís Martín de Cabiedes is an associate to watch who enters the rankings on the basis of market support. He assists with the firm's key transactions.
"He has very good technical and interpersonal skills."
"He is very responsive and has a 360-degree view of a transaction."
Ranked Lawyers at
Freshfields
Spain