Dispute Resolution
Europe Guide 2024 : Spain
Band 3
Contact number
+ 34 91 745 6897Chambers Review
White & Case's disputes practice enters the rankings this year as a result of strong market support. The group handles the full spectrum of dispute resolution mandates. The team frequently assists with litigation and arbitration proceedings both locally and internationally, including under ICC and ICSID rules. It offers additional expertise in disputes relating to construction, energy and telecoms. It often represents clients from Europe and Latin America.
Work Highlights
- White & Case represented Mitsui & Co. in an ICSID arbitration against the Kingdom of Spain under the Energy Charter Treaty, in connection with Spain’s changes to the regulatory regime for renewable energy projects.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The team understands the client's commercial perspective and assists the client in making the optimal decision not only from a legal but also from a commercial standpoint."
"They have understanding and empathy. They have commercial vision."
"The team understands the client's commercial perspective and assists the client in making the optimal decision not only from a legal but also from a commercial standpoint."
"They have understanding and empathy. They have commercial vision."
Notable Practitioners
Francisco Málaga acts for clients in commercial litigation, including post-M&A disputes and competition mandates.
"The practical approach and vision of Francisco Málaga makes him the ideal candidate to manage conflicts of any nature."
Ignacio Madalena predominantly acts for clients in energy and construction arbitration proceedings in Europe and Latin America.
"Ignacio Madalena is a very reliable and trustworthy partner."
"His ability to work with lawyers from different jurisdictions is very useful."