TMT: Data Protection
Europe Guide 2024 : Spain
Band 1
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Garrigues maintains a well-known TMT practice covering a wide spectrum of matters. The team advises on IT outsourcing, data protection regulatory compliance, data transfer agreements and privacy mandates, as well as blockchain and cyber security issues. The law firm further handles telecoms infrastructure issues such as submarine cable projects and dark fibre lease agreements. Its lawyers advise on production agreements, advertisement and broadcasting mandates. Its client base comprises domestic and international clients including software developers and energy providers.
Work Highlights
- Garrigues advised FIFA on the development and launching in Spain of FIFA+.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Garrigues understands the needs of sophisticated multinational clients. Their responsiveness and quality work are some of the key factors to classify them as one of the best in Spain."
"Their knowledge of the industry is exceptional. They are always up to date with the latest news and what is to come."
"From a technical point of view, the level is excellent. They take a rigorous and practical approach to matters."
"Garrigues understands the needs of sophisticated multinational clients. Their responsiveness and quality work are some of the key factors to classify them as one of the best in Spain."
"Their knowledge of the industry is exceptional. They are always up to date with the latest news and what is to come."
"From a technical point of view, the level is excellent. They take a rigorous and practical approach to matters."
Notable Practitioners
Alejandro Padin is a highly regarded lawyer who offers expert knowledge of Spanish and European NIS regulations and data protection compliance. He frequently advises clients on cyber incidents and data breach regulations.
"Alejandro Padin is one of the most prominent lawyers for data protection."
"Alejandro Padin is very good at data protection."
Carolina Pina advances in the rankings this year as a result of strong market and client support. She regularly advises on copyright matters as well as broadcast content regulations, also acting for companies from the media and entertainment sector on contentious and non-contentious topics.
"Carolina Pina is very practical and has always shown creativity in her strategy."
Javier Marzo commands respect for his experience in regulatory issues, as well as in cross-border transactions. He also offers advice on telecoms infrastructure topics and sector-related litigation.
"Javier Marzo is client-focused adviser."
Barcelona-based José Ramón Morales offers a strong practice that covers IT support on M&A transactions, as well as advice on outsourcing agreements, cyber security issues and software licensing topics.
"José Ramón Morales gives me peace of mind in his work since he is an expert lawyer in this subject."
"He is up to date on both the legal environment and the practical standpoint."
Antonio Muñoz Vico joins the rankings this year thanks to his increasing visibility in the market. He frequently assists clients with advertising and regulatory issues in the audiovisual media industry.
"He knows procedural issues and negotiations."