The multidisciplinary team at Clifford Chance is able to call on the firm's global office network in cross-border matters, and shows particular expertise in portfolio acquisitions, disposals, development, joint ventures and corporate acquisitions. The department extends its service to a variety of clients, including insurance, property and development companies, as well as international funds. Carlos Portocarrero de las Heras leads the team and represents a breadth of international real estate investors, while María Pradillo is particularly knowledgeable in real estate finance, and Andrés Berral is a senior associate to note.

Garrigues is highlighted for its 'great technical and business knowledge'. The team is particularly proficient in M&A mandates pertaining to the real estate sector and is a benchmark practice for real estate finance and restructuring matters. Héctor Muñoz co-leads the department and advises financial institutions, domestic and international investors, and developers. Oscar De Santiago is proficient in lease transactions, while senior associate Blanca Jiménez Aparicio has been active in logistics acquisitions, developments and subsequent transfers. Jorge García-Pellicer has been active in complex sale and leaseback transactions of domestic hypermarkets.

Pérez-Llorca continues to be a popular choice for Spanish and international clients in both domestic and cross-border real estate matters. The sizeable team is well equipped to assist clients on the full array of real estate matters, covering the complete real estate production cycle. Jesús Varela is often engaged in asset and share deals, real estate financings and NPL portfolio trades. Fausto Romero-Miura advises international investors, developers and funds on the full spectrum of transactions in this sector, while Alejandro Osma advises clients on real estate M&A, joint ventures, real estate private equity deals, and sale and leaseback transactions. Alberto Ibort Franch‘s practice focuses on land planning, with expertise covering refurbishment of historical buildings, legal and administrative proceedings and day-to-day legal management of planning matters. Corporate and M&A and real estate expert Florence Legeay was promoted to partner in January 2023.

The real estate team at Uría Menéndez is made up of over 40 lawyers across the firm’s Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia and Bilbao offices. The practice has assisted SOCIMIs, investment funds and banks on matters involving logistics assets and plots of land for development. Fernando Azofra advises regional and global companies on M&A and banking matters, while Diego Armero is proficient in corporate and commercial law and often focuses on the sale and purchase of commercial property. Rafael Jiménez has been engaged in sale and purchase agreements of malls, office buildings and logistical warehouses, and Javier Ruiz-Cámara advises on investments and divestments across several sectors. Ivan Abad and Ignacio Albiñana are names to note at the senior associate level.

Hogan Lovells International LLP's real estate department advises banking entities, retailers and hotel companies on the full spectrum of mandates. Given the firm's international office network, it is well placed to assist in significant real estate funds both domestically and abroad. The team is also reputed for its expertise in the hotel and leisure industry and covers all legal aspects of the hotel industry process. Emilio Gómez Delgado heads the practice and is often engaged in real estate developments and transactions; he is also reputed for his expertise in Spanish REITs (SOCIMIs).

Allen & Overy handles the full range of real estate matters, with particular expertise in tax and litigation, leasing, real estate finance and investment funds. Santiago De Vicente leads the team and is proficient in corporate real estate matters, including construction and sale and leaseback arrangements, as well as joint ventures. Marta Orce is a senior associate who is seasoned in advising financial entities in real estate finance transactions and in sales and acquisitions of REO portfolios. Andrés Candela is knowledgeable in the development and construction of real estate, while Javier González advises on acquisitions and sales of property-backed debt portfolios and REOs.

With a global presence, the one-stop shop real estate department at Dentons advises on a breadth of investments, financing, M&A transactions, as well as development projects. The team's expertise covers land, residential, retail, office and logistics deals. Roberto Tojo joined the practice from Ramón y Cajal Abogados in 2022 and leads the team. He assists investors, developers and funds on a range of real estate transactions, including leases and construction contracts, acquisitions and divestments, and leaseback transactions. Recently promoted partner Itxaso López also advises national and international investors and lenders in the domestic market.

Eversheds Sutherland assists clients throughout the entire life cycle of their real estate assets and is well equipped to advise on acquisitions and disposals, leases and mixed agreements, and commercial contracts. Javier Ibáñez Gabernet co-leads the team and has knowledge of property acquisitions and real estate finance, and is particularly active in matters in the hospitality and retail sector. Rafael Arráez is seasoned in negotiating sale and leaseback transactions.

With 17 dedicated specialists across the Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia and Lisbon offices, Gómez-Acebo & Pombo provides assistance on real estate and planning law across the complete property life cycle, and the team is also particularly strong in joint ventures. Enrique Isla is adept in the full array of real estate law, including corporate real estate and construction, and property transactions. Jaime Díaz de Bustamante is well versed in financing for the acquisition or construction of real estate assets in the hotels, logistics, shopping centres and offices segments. Associate Marta González-Llera is experienced in the drafting and approval of urban planning and management instruments. Counsel Natalia Lastres is another name to note.

The department at Jones Day is well versed across a range of real estate assets, including residential, offices, retail and industrial, and advises on real estate matters pertaining to the energy, infrastructure and mining sectors. The team also possesses strength in real estate finance. Luis Jiménez-Diaz assists on a broad spectrum of real estate projects, including urban planning development, construction contracts, as well as zoning qualifications of land and properties. Víctor Casarrubios has a particular focus on acquisitions and dispositions of real estate. In recent developments, Luis Pérez Casas joined the practice from Eversheds Sutherland, while Marta Escartin departed the firm. Cristina de Andrés Blanco is also a notable name in the department.

Often assisting institutional investors and private equity firms, the team at Latham & Watkins LLP regularly collaborates with the firm's M&A and financing departments to handle real estate matters. Rafael Molina leads the practice and draws on over 20 years of experience in corporate, finance and real estate deals. He is reputed for his work in distressed transactions, and also advises global and regional financial institutions, investors and investment banks on an array of other corporate and real estate investments. Veronika Miskovichova has been particularly involved in NPL and REO portfolio mandates.

Linklaters is well equipped to handle the full range of real estate matters, including investments and divestments, real estate finance and student housing deals. The department possesses a notable track record in the real estate market, having successfully closed several significant deals. Adolfo Guerrero co-leads the team and has worked on a variety of real estate transactions, including sale and leasebacks, joint ventures, financings and restructurings. Gabriel Cabello made partner in May 2022, and he is seasoned in urban planning and asset management, and Santiago Alfonsetti was promoted to managing associate at the same time; he advises clients on all phases of real estate transactions.

With offices across Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia and Seville, the department at Andersen is knowledgeable in the gamut of matters pertaining to real estate development. The department also regularly handles agreements with the authorities, the negotiation and acquisition of land and buildings, and transformation and planning management. Cesar Morales Romero-Requejo joined the firm in July 2022 and offers his input in real estate asset management for REITS, real estate companies, family offices and institutional clients. Maite Hernández has more than 30 years of experience in the real estate sector and is an expert in corporate direct and indirect real estate operations and their financing.

The real estate team at Bird & Bird acts for clients across the family office, retail, Spanish REITS and private funds sector. The department is particularly strong in advising international private funds and has a breadth of experience in acquisitions and disposals. Santiago Lardies is a corporate and M&A lawyer who is knowledgeable in the real estate, food and beverage, and healthcare sectors. Patricia Pérez is adept in urban planning and real estate matters and possesses expertise in the acquisition of land and commercial buildings. Associate Fernando Bazarra is also a name to note. Isidro Del Moral  has departed the practice.

CMS Albiñana y Suárez de Lezo is well equipped to assist clients in the full life cycle of real estate assets, and the team has recently been active in acquisitions in the retail and hospitality sectors. The group also frequently advises on construction and development mandates. Álvaro Otero leads the department and is seasoned in sale and leaseback transactions. Javier Colino is a new arrival from Latham & Watkins LLP; he advises on sale and purchase transactions, horizontal property regimes and the financing and refinancing of real estate companies.

The real estate department at EY Abogados possesses considerable expertise in SOCIMIs, and has recently been especially active in the hotels and leisure sector. The team is also able to assist in real estate finance, the construction process and urban planning, and to conduct due diligence processes and valuations. Ignacio Saenz de Santamaría has more than 15 years’ experience in this sector and is knowledgeable in the full spectrum of real estate transactions. Ana Lopez Muina assists public and private entities with integrated property developments, town planning management and hospitality, while Ignacio Saenz de Santamaría is proficient in corporate real estate transactions.

Ramón y Cajal Abogados assists regional and global companies, investment funds and developers on the spectrum of matters in planning, as well as the contractual documentation for the acquisition of land and buildings, offices and logistics projects. Francisco Bengoetxea is knowledgeable in urban planning and administrative and environmental law. Miguel Ferre, who is proficient in urban planning, has overseen several non-finalist land acquisition transactions, and joined the practice from Hogan Lovells International LLP alongside associate Jaime Gutiérrez and senior lawyer Marta Santos. Roberto Tojo left the firm.

The department at Araoz & Rueda is proficient in urban planning transactions, and has been particularly active in the acquisition and sale of high-end residential assets, sale and leaseback structures, as well as logistics deals. The practice has also been frequently engaged in growing sectors such as student accommodation, hotels and office facilities. Jesus Conde oversees the practice and is knowledgeable in restructuring projects, and real estate administrative, civil, commercial and planning mandates.

The department at Cases&Lacambra advises clients on a wide range of real estate transactions and has expertise across urban real estate, finance, tax, corporate and environmental mandates. The team is also adept in joint venture agreements, co-living property, and the drafting and negotiation of real estate deals. Marta González-Llera is the practice head. Daniel Tienda left the firm.

GTA Villamagna Abogados is home to an experienced team, which has been engaged in urban planning mandates, as well as disputes pertaining to domestic town planning. Ernesto García-Trevijano co-leads the team with Marta Plaza, who advises public authorities and private companies on planning matters, including equitable distribution of land, and the preparing and processing of planning instruments and urban management instruments.

KPMG Abogados, Spain is frequently engaged in real estate M&A transactions and possesses a wealth of experience in joint venture agreements and corporate structuring. Carlos Bardavío leads the practice and has more than 20 years´ experience in advising regional and global clients on real estate financing, transactions and assets. Senior lawyer María Llorens is reputed for her expertise in real estate transactions, while Beatriz Ron, also a senior lawyer, is noted for her knowledge in structuring foreign investments.

Utilising its offices in Madrid, Barcelona, Tarragona and Girona, the real estate department at RocaJunyent often advises investors as well as real estate companies. The team's workload includes a wide variety of matters connected to the construction, promotion and investment of real estate assets. Xavier Serramalera Cercós leads the practice and is well versed in the management and operation of hotels, sports clubs and recreational centres. Roger Pla Madrid is proficient in negotiation and contracting, while Silvia López advises on the investment and divestment of real estate assets.

With strength in the construction, hospitality and retail sectors, Squire Patton Boggs is well equipped to assist in the financing, construction and development, as well as letting, of real estate assets. Ramon Castilla oversees the team and has more than 25 years of experience as a corporate M&A and real estate lawyer and is seasoned in the purchase and sale of real estate assets. Associate Cristina Fernandez is especially knowledgeable in the drafting of lease agreements. Antonio Fernandez Rodriguez and Alfonso Lopez are also key contacts.

Able to draw upon the firm's corporate, finance, regulatory and tax practices, Watson Farley & Williams LLP is well placed to assist clients throughout the entirety of the property life cycle. The practice also assists in lettings, acquisitions and regulatory matters and is particularly experienced in the hotels and leisure and infrastructure sectors. Pablo San Gil leads the team and advises real estate funds, lenders and financial entities on a breadth of operational and financial restructurings. At the senior associate level, Aranzazu Arizcun Muñoz advises renewable energy companies on real estate mandates. Ignacio Cacho is also a name to note.