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Ramón y Cajal Abogados Offices
CALLE ALMAGRO 16-18
28010 MADRID
Spain
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Spain > Capital markets: Debt Tier 2
The 'experienced and knowledgeable' team at Ramón y Cajal Abogados acts primarily for issuers, including a number of Ibex 35-listed companies, but also advises banks as underwriters. The team has experience in bond offerings (including green bonds), EMTN programmes and commercial paper programmes, handling both domestic and cross-border matters, with particular strength in transactions in the energy and real estate sectors. It also advises on capital markets regulatory issues. Carlos Lao leads the practice, and Lucía García Clavería, who was promoted to partner in May 2022, is also a key contact.Practice head(s):
Carlos Lao; Lucía García Clavería
Testimonials
‘The firm stands out because of the involvement of the senior team, and its proactivity and knowledge.’
‘Experienced and knowledgeable.’
‘They really take responsibility for the success of the transaction.’
‘They have an extensive network of lawyers, and they care about having the best resources available to the client.’
‘The partner in the corporate and capital markets team is extraordinarily good technically, has a lot of practical experience and gets into the relevant issues head on. The collaboration is direct and very good, forming a mixed team between the firm and the client company, which greatly assists with operations.’
‘They are very good technically, but at the same time they explain everything in a plain and simple way. They are pleasant and readily available, but they also know how to fill their role as external lawyer and coordinate all the parties.’
Key clients
Inmobiliaria Colonial
Repsol
Bankinter
Canadian Solar
Grenergy Renovables
Banco de Investimento Global
EBN Banco de Negocios
Atom Hoteles
FCC
Liberbank (currently Unicaja Banco)
Bestinver
Grupo Amper
Making Science
Izertis
Talgo
Biosearch Life
Enerside Energía
Telstra
Bankinter Logística (Montepino)
Ayco
Work highlights
- Advised Colonial in connection with a note tender offer amounting to €375.1m and a subsequent €500m offering of bonds issued under its €5bn EMTN programme.
- Advised Canadian Solar in connection with a €100m guaranteed green note programme filed with MARF and a simultaneous €30m offering of guaranteed green bonds.
- Advised Bankinter, BIG and EBN (as dealers) in connection with the €52.5m green bond offering by Grenergy under its €100m medium-term green note programme filed with MARF.
Spain > Capital markets: Equity Tier 2
Ramón y Cajal Abogados has recently been highly active in advising on equity capital markets transactions, including significant recent IPOs on the BME Growth segment of the market. The firm’s wide-ranging practice also covers follow-on share offerings, capital increases (including through accelerated bookbuild offerings), private placements and share buyback programmes, and the team has additional experience in public M&A. Clients include major domestic financial institutions and companies in the real estate and energy sectors in particular. Carlos Lao and Lucía García Clavería, who was promoted to partner in May 2022, lead the team.Practice head(s):
Carlos Lao; Lucía García Clavería
Key clients
Inmobiliaria Colonial
Repsol
Liberbank (currently Unicaja Banco)
Atom Hoteles
Grenergy Renovables
FCC
Bankinter
Bestinver
Amper
Making Science
Izertis
Talgo
Canadian Solar
Biosearch Life
Enerside Energía
Telstra
Bankinter Logística (Montepino)
Ayco
Work highlights
- Advised Bankinter Logística (Montepino) on a €250m share public offering registered with the Spanish Securities and Exchange Commission (CNMV).
- Advised Grenegy Renovables on a capital increase excluding pre-emptive subscription rights for a total effective amount of €90m.
- Advised Bankinter (as arranger and placement entity) in connection with the private placement and subsequent listing of all of the shares of Umbrella Solar Investment on the BME Growth segment of the BME MTF Equity market, which amounted to approximately €115m.
Spain > Data privacy and data protection Tier 2
Ramón y Cajal Abogados‘ TMT and data protection department is characterised by its diverse sector capabilities, acting for prominent clients in the software, finance, pharmaceutical, tech, e-commerce and gaming industries in cloud computing, cybersecurity, IT contracts, outsourcing projects and electronic signature matters. Norman Heckh leads the Madrid-based team, spearheading the practice’s broad offering in cybersecurity, data protection and information security as he draws from parallel experience in the IT sector. Heckh is supported by a capable team of associates, including María Luisa González, Pablo Tena and Antonio Borjas at the senior level. González is a standout lawyer for data protection audits and security measures for clients in the energy, healthcare, technological and transportation sectors; Borjas also sees audits as a recurrent area of work, specifically as it relates to adapting to the GDPR; while Tena is sought out for his drafting of security policies. Andrés Ruiz departed the firm in May 2022.Practice head(s):
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Testimonials
‘Norman Heckh and his team are excellent. Highly responsive, efficient and provide commercially focused advice.’
‘Norman Heckh and his team always provide business savvy, robust advice in a timely manner and for reasonable costs.’
‘Very responsive, great business acumen, strong legal skills.’
‘This team is still and for many years already a go to firm in Spain for tech, data and telecoms. They are extremely responsive, have a practical approach and always deliver on time.’
Key clients
WatchinU
Homeserve
Zimmer Biomet
Iberdrola Inmobiliaria
Enzyme
Enerparc
Enjoy Zaragoza
BMW
WarnerMedia
Evolution
Ericsson
Sonae Sierra
Siemens Healthcare
Suez
Iberia Express
General Optica
Vueling
Lamberts
Econocom
Redexis
Gesternova
Siemens Healthcare
Seppelec
Fraternidad-Muprespa
Carnival
Adigital
JunoYuno
Baidu
Garantie-Privee
Work highlights
- Advised WatchinU on the introduction in the Spanish market of a watch specifically aimed at minors.
- Advised Zimmer Biomet on the negotiation of processing and international data transfer agreements with public and private hospitals around Spain.
- Advised Homeserve on the update and improvement of its privacy compliance programme.
Spain > Industry focus: Food Tier 2
Ramón y Cajal Abogados offers ‘brilliant technical quality‘ to its clients, which further appreciate its ‘great coordination with other areas of the firm‘. The practice is particularly capable in issues relating to the Food Chain Law, fielding practitioners with unique involvement in the legislation’s enactment. Public law expert José Ignacio Vega and competition specialist Pedro Suarez lead the agri-food department alongside counsel Javier Salinas, another key contact for competition law matters.Practice head(s):
Testimonials
‘Knowledge and level of experience in the issues. RyC are among those with the best evaluation. Excellent availability for all kinds of queries with very good disposition in a timely manner by the assigned lawyers.’
‘The professional capacity. The facilities that it provides in the relationship with the client. The follow-up of the processes.’
‘Quality services. Another distinctive value compared to the competition is that it is an area that in RyC coordinates well with other areas of the firm, which helps to defend interests in a transversal way.’
‘The difference of RyC is its special involvement with clients and its real effort to truly understand the internal reality of companies, which makes its defense more effective. It is a very personalized service.’
‘Ramón y Cajal has made a strong commitment to specialization in the agri-food sector, offering very competitive services of brilliant technical quality. The key is the great professional rigor of its lawyers, the close treatment and the relationships that have been woven around the actors and institutions in this sector. Its advice has been very expert, fast and effective in the result. The multidisciplinary nature of the firm also allows it to provide 360º advice.’
‘The plus is its great experience, rigor and excellence. They are very high-level experts and what differentiates them from their competitors is that they know the sector very well, the particular problems of each actor in the supply chain and they dominate the operations associated with compliance with the standard. I highlight the role of the partners and renowned lawyers Pedro Suárez, José Ignacio Ignacio Vega (State lawyer), as well as the associate Javier Salinas. Three references in this sector.’
‘Availability and accessibility of partners and team members working on issues. Organization of training sessions with clients with a participatory component and knowledge exchange. Proposal of creative solutions beyond the mere commitment/service of a large firm.’
‘José Ignacio Vega is exceptional in Administrative and Agrifood Law, has extraordinary visualization skills and knows how to synthesize very effectively. Antonio de Mariano is a true expert in Energy and Agrifood and his advice was essential for us. Pedro Suárez is a great reference in Competition.’
Key clients
Alcampo
Azucarera
Industrias Cárnicas Tello
Mercadona
Adevin
Alcoholera de la Puebla
Schreiber
Alcoholes De Tomelloso
Cesfac
Aecoc
Borges
Aene
Lidl
Makro
Andi
Asedas Fiab
Innomy
Algarve
Casa Ametller
Mostos, Vinos y Alcoholes
Alvines
Work highlights
- Advised Alcampo on the compatibility of the framework agreements and standard conditions with the Food Chain Law.
- Advised Industrias Cárnicas Tello on the acquisition of Hemosa.
- Advised AENE on the successful challenge of a Decree adopted by the Government of Aragon before the High Court of Justice of Aragon.
Spain > Industry focus: TMT Tier 2
The ‘pragmatic‘ TMT team at Ramón y Cajal Abogados is noted for its ‘good knowledge of the law and industry positions‘, with strong capabilities in data protection, cyber-security, online and in land-based gaming, outsourcing projects, cloud computing and IP. Apart from this broad offering, it is also recognised for its IT expertise, with IT agreements constituting a key area of work. Leading these efforts is Norman Heckh, accompanied by senior associate Pablo Tena, a data protection and regulatory expert.Practice head(s):
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Testimonials
‘Very responsive and very pragmatic.’
‘Good knowledge of the law and industry positions. Very pragmatic.’
‘The personal treatment is close without losing the expected professionalism.’
Key clients
SGS
BMW
Sonae Sierra
Applause
Deutsche Telekom
Iberia Express
Vueling
Lamberts
Zooplus
Ansys
Network Steel
Homeserve
All About Art
Nvidia
Baidu
Enerside
Ericsson
Optima Information Services
Credit Suisse
Springer Sport
Work highlights
- Advised SGS on the acquisition of an online gaming operator requiring a deep analysis of the regulatory requirements to operate in Spain.
- Advised Watchinu on the introduction into the Spanish market of a watch specifically addressed for minors and providing security to parents.
- Advised Sonae Sierra on the setup of a promotional programme for visitors and clients, including prize draws.
Spain > Public law Tier 2
With an emphasis on concessions and PPP schemes, the public law department at Ramón y Cajal Abogados is often retained by construction and public service groups as well as energy, industrial and pharmaceutical companies for regulatory and public law advice. Within this area of specialisation, the department is also sought by public entities and companies belonging to the public sector, with Pablo Silván leading the team’s efforts. Also active in this regard are Jose Ignacio Vega, specialised in public procurement and public authority assets, and Carlos Melón, who is noted for PPPs.Practice head(s):
Other key lawyers:
Key clients
FCC Medio Ambiente
FCC Aqualia
FCC Construcción
ArcelorMittal España
Iridium Concesiones de Infraestructuras
Madrid Calle 30
Acciona
Total Energies
Mémora Servicios Funerarios
Canal de Isabel II
Hotel Business Association of Madrid
Almería Gypsum and Pladur Gypsum
Consenur and Ectec
Work highlights
- Defended FCC Construcción against a joint venture led by Obrascón Huarte Laín in connection with the awarding to a consortium led by FCC Construcción of a public works contract for the construction of a new road.
- Represented Iridium Concesiones de Infraestructuras against a Spanish municipality regarding the liquidation of a concession agreement.
- Advised Almería Gypsum and Pladur Gypsum (subsidiaries of the ETEX group) in different legal proceedings regarding the lack of renovation of gypsum quarries mining concessions.
Spain > Dispute resolution Tier 3
The 'multidisciplinary team with proven experience' at Ramón y Cajal Abogados is appreciated for its 'constant communication and availability'. The firm stands out in particular for its track record in financial litigation, where it acts for leading domestic banks before the Spanish courts and the European Court of Justice. Companies in the construction, engineering, energy and retail sectors also seek the team's representation in breach of contract, unfair competition and shareholder disputes, among other matters. Ramón Fernández-Aceytuno and Luis Briones jointly lead the sizeable team; Fernández-Aceytuno counts insolvency, pre-insolvency and business restructuring processes among his areas of expertise, and Briones complements his broad litigation and arbitration practice with niche expertise in franchising. 'Excellent lawyers' Carmen Fernández-Hontoria and Luis Carnicero are highlighted for their 'very high technical quality'. Ana Fernández, Fernando Manzanedo and senior associate Santiago González-Enciso are also noted.
Practice head(s):
Ramón Fernández-Aceytuno; Luis Briones
Other key lawyers:
Luis Carnicero; Carmen Fernández-Hontoria; Ana Fernández; Fernando Manzanedo; Fernando Tallón; Víctor Rodríguez de Vera; Santiago González-Enciso; José María Abascal
Testimonials
‘The Ramon&Cajal Team perfectly understands the needs of the client. They have a lot of experience, not only in procedural matters, but in the particularities of the company’s business, which in many cases require prioritisation and creativity.’
‘They are a young and qualified Firm in general and they work very well, with availability 7/7. I’d highlight Ramón Fernández-Aceytuno, Luis Carnicero and Carmen Fernández-Hontoria.’
‘I would like to especially highlight Luis Carnicero and Carmen Fernández-Hontoria. Both are excellent lawyers, with a very high technical quality and always very aligned with the client’s position. It is always a safe bet to work with them.’
‘Much experience in advising this sector. It is an optimal firm to defend the company in complex matters, which require highly qualified dedication, and also to assume the defense of the company in mass lawsuits, of a simpler nature, but that require the dedication of significant human resources. They have adapted very well to the assumption, in a short time, of carrying out very large amounts of procedures. On the other hand, a multidisciplinary team with proven experience before the Court of Justice of the European Union and the Spanish Supreme Court.’
‘Optimum knowledge of the company’s needs, adaptation to them, whether they are of a strategic or economic nature, and constant communication and availability. I would like to highlight the work of Ana Fernández, who carries the weight and direction of the litigation strategy that is entrusted to the firm, and also Fernando Manzanedo, who has helped us optimally in matters before the Court of Justice of the European Union.’
‘The team is essential to achieve results. The brand, the organisation, the means, the resources, the business culture, are an integral part of the team and what makes the difference.’
‘The “Ramon & Cajal” team is shown to be integrated in such a way that the service they provide presents high quality standards, making different profiles and approaches compatible and allowing a more agile response than usual.’
‘Santiago González-Enciso and Ramón Fernández-Aceytuno are very reliable professionals, with the ability to analyse the most complicated situations with an understandable and reasonable approach. By clearly setting out the client’s options and being open to new approaches.’
Key clients
CaixaBank
TECOPSA
Banco Santander
Abanca
Fundación Real Maestranza de Caballería
Deutsche Bank
Ortiz Construcciones y Proyectos
Unicaja Banco
Redexis
Bankinter
Carmila España
Sonae Sierra
FROB – Spanish Executive Resolution Authority
Gesternova
Work highlights
- Representing CaixaBank in proceedings before the European Court of Justice.
- Advised Ortiz Construcciones and TECOPSA in the defence and representation in the application for interim measures in a judicial proceeding.
- Provided advice to Banco Santander in proceedings, assuming the defence of the bank in judicial proceedings.
Spain > EU and competition Tier 3
Ramón y Cajal Abogados' 'agile and practical' team is highly active in private enforcement cases, representing both claimants and defendants in several high-profile recent damages claims, and also handles litigation before the national courts at all levels, appealing against decisions by the CNMC. Its wide-ranging client base includes many leading Spanish corporates as well as international companies, with a growing emphasis on the agri-food, pharmaceutical and investment sectors. Pedro Suárez leads the team, which also includes of counsel Javier Salinas and managing associates Pablo González De Zárate and Javier Pérez, a specialist in damages claims.Practice head(s):
Pedro Suárez
Other key lawyers:
Javier Salinas; Pablo González de Zárate; Javier Pérez
Testimonials
‘The Ramón y Cajal team is agile and practical, focusing on the actual problems that we face, with a good knowledge of our needs and internal procedures. They keep us promptly informed of both legislative developments and news in relation to specific issues that affect us, not in a generic or abstract way.’
‘We work with Pedro Suarez and Pablo González de Zárate. They are easily accessible, have a good understanding of the urgency and importance of the issues, and are knowledgeable about the practice area. Their advice is precise and useful.’
‘They understand our business model, our concerns and the requirements that have to be covered when it came to having a legal service perfectly, going beyond simply resolving or giving technical advice on a specific issue.’
‘Pedro Suárez and Javier Salinas stand out for the technical quality of their service, and their experience, availability, and understanding of the client’s requirements and business model.’
‘The team have extensive legal training, a lot of experience, know the workings of our company very well, are permanently available and produce high-quality documents. They work together with total coordination and also coordinate the external economic advisers. Finally, they are flexible and competent in dealing with legal proceedings. This is what matters to us.’
‘Pedro Suáez and Javier Salinas are highly trained lawyers, who have a good academic background, analytical skills, and a great work capacity. They are rigorous, independent, and think critically and with initiative.’
‘In addition to their expertise, they are fast, efficient and agile with immediate response times. We can immediately get in touch with Pedro Suárez and Javier Pérez.’
‘Pedro Suárez and Pablo González de Zarate should be singled out. They are our go-to advisers for Spanish competition law. Great to work with, great team players.’
Key clients
TELEFÓNICA
ATRESMEDIA
CEPSA
BANKIA (now part of CAIXABANK)
BBVA
MERCEDES-BENZ
FERROVIAL
FCC
REPSOL
STERICYCLE
SISLEY
JEZ SISTEMAS FERROVIARIOS
REALIA
SCHREIBER
MUTUA MADRILEÑA
YMAGIS
TENDAM
GRUPO PLANETA
EDEBÉ
MEISA
COPASA
ALTIA
ABANCA
IBERCAJA
LETI
Work highlights
- Acting for a group of claimants, including Tendam, Grupo Planeta and Mutua Madrileña, in follow-on damages claims against three manufacturers of paper envelopes sanctioned by the CNMC in 2013.
- Acted for Atresmedia in an appeal which was partially upheld by the Audencia Nacional annulling the €2.8m fine imposed by the CNMC for an alleged breach of the commitments for the authorisation of the merger of Antena 3 and laSexta.
- Acted for JEZ Sistemas Ferroviarios in an appeal which was fully upheld by the Audencia Nacional, annulling the €1.075m fine imposed by the CNMC for allegedly anticompetitively sharing with other competitors the supply of railway turnouts for Spain’s railway infrastructure manager, ADIF.
Spain > Industry focus: Healthcare and life sciences Tier 3
The healthcare and life sciences practice at Ramón y Cajal Abogados is spearheaded by public law expert Jose Ignacio Vega, accompanied by TMT specialist Norman Heckh. Key areas of work for the firm include matters surrounding the corporate, regulatory, commercial and data protection fields.Practice head(s):
Key clients
Personal Healthcare National Association
Spanish Generic Medicines National Association
Kern Pharma
Biogen
AENE
Doc Farma
Farmaindustria
Bayer Hispania
Promofarma
FarmaMar
Sanofi
BCNFARMA
Work highlights
- Representing and defending Farmaindustria in the contentious-administrative process concerning the tendering of a contract for the supply of medicines.
- Advising ANEFP in its relations with the Ministry of Health in order to achieve the finalisation of the price intervention for surgical markers and hydroalcoholic gels.
- Representing AENE in a contentious-administrative procedure before the Supreme Court to challenge regional regulations governing dietary provision in the National Health System.
Spain > Banking and finance Tier 4
Ramón y Cajal Abogados‘ ‘imaginative‘ team stands out for its expertise in project finance, particularly in the renewable energy sector, but is also experienced in syndicated loans, acquisition finance, real estate finance and debt refinancing. Recently, the team has been particularly active in advising on state loans for companies affected by the Covid-19 pandemic. The firm also has an active financial services regulatory practice which advises on regulatory issues, the management of collective investment schemes, and investment funds. Javier Menchén and Amado Giménez lead the banking and finance practice, while Cristina Vidal, Alfonso Fernández-Miranda and Alfonso Cárcamo focus on regulatory matters.Practice head(s):
Javier Menchén; Amado Giménez; Cristina Vidal; Alfonso Fernández-Miranda
Other key lawyers:
Alfonso Cárcamo; Cándido Pérez
Testimonials
‘What stands out is the absolute availability of the entire team involved. They search for solutions and have excellent skills in negotiating with their counterparts.’
‘A very accessible team that is available at any time to try to find imaginative and acceptable solutions for their clients. They have great communication skills. One of the main differences with other firms is their ability to quantify and assign some type of probability to the risks assumed in a transaction.’
Key clients
Bankinter Investment
Bankinter
Banco Sabadell
Alas Capital 4
Vinova Investments
Kartesia Securities
Liberbank
Sociedad de Gestión de Activos Procedentes de la Reestructuración Bancaria (SAREB)
Work highlights
- Advising Forestalia on the financing for the construction and operation of El Coto wind farm, located in Zaragoza.
- Advising a syndicate of banks formed by Banco Sabadell, Targo Bank and Crédit Industriel et Commerciel on the financing of the majority acquisition of La Finca by French fund Capza 5 Equity and other co-investors.
- Advising direct lending fund Kartesia Securities, banking entities Santander, BBVA, Caixabank, Sabadell and Bankinter, and venture capital fund Adiante 2000 on the refinancing of the structured and syndicated debt of Einsa Print and its group of companies.
Spain > Commercial, corporate and M&A Tier 4
At Ramón y Cajal Abogados, the team is active in both the Madrid and Barcelona markets, operating across M&A, commercial contract, reorganisation, corporate finance and governance mandates. Miguel García Stuyck thrives on all-manner of deals, and is distinctly well-versed in those within the infrastructure sector or with listed securities; he co-leads the team alongside Alvaro Bertrán who directs a great deal of emphasis towards energy-related transactions.Practice head(s):
Miguel García Stuyck; Álvaro Bertrán
Other key lawyers:
Antonio de Mariano; Alfonso Cárcamo; Javier Beltrán
Testimonials
‘The experience. The high quality of the work delivered.’
‘Empathy and availability. Common sense.’
‘Highly qualified team, efficient, quick response, accessible (especially the partner), prepared, and always available to our needs.’
‘The partner we work with, Miguel García Stuyck, is an example of professionalism, knowledge, availability and efficiency, without neglecting the vital human values for any relationship, such as empathy with us, closeness, and always being very pleasant in the deal.’
Key clients
Seur
Geopost
Bankinter
Arena Green Power
TEXTIL PLANAS OLIVERAS (Texpol)
Vinova Investments
Coreti shareholders
Industrias Cárnicas Tello
BayWa r.e. Projects España
Smartel
Q Energy
Junca family
NT 310
Work highlights
- Advising Seur (belonging to the GeoPost group) on the acquisition of 25% of the share capital of Alolomer SLU, a company in Spain that owns the PUDO network of smart lockers.
- Advising the Junca family on the sale of 90% of the shares of Junca Gelatines and execution of a shareholders’ agreement.
Spain > Environment Tier 4
Ramón y Cajal Abogados combines expertise in environmental, urban planning, land use, and public and administrative law to form a multidisciplinary team that is particularly experienced in contentious-administrative matters and judicial proceedings. Experienced litigator and urban planning law specialist Joaquín García Bernaldo de Quirós co-heads the practice alongside co-head Enrique Molina, a criminal law expert. Federico Lara is another key individual with a focus on public, administrative and environmental law.Practice head(s):
Other key lawyers:
Key clients
Canal Gestión Lanzarote
Morena Films
Grupo Milenium
Villaricos
RPI – Hidroeléctrica el Rumblar
Club de Mar Almería
FCC
Grupo Almanzora Bay
Iberdrola Inmobiliaria
Almería Gypsum Ltd
Appa (Renewable Energies Association)
Association of Owners of the Island “Valdecañas”
Apesal (Asociación de Propietarios de Estaciones de Servicio de Amería)
Work highlights
- Assisting clients against the public administration in cases concerning losses due to the temporary expropriation of property for the execution of an energy and environmental investigation for radiological surveillance.
- Representing a client in front of the Spanish Supreme Court against a court sentence regarding the annulment of urban plan modifications of the towns of Lorca and Águilas.
- Providing a legal report on the need to submit Almeria’s urbanism plan for a strategic environmental assessment.
Spain > Projects and energy Tier 4
The energy offering at Ramón y Cajal Abogados garners praise for its specialisation in regulatory matters and M&A transactions in the space, with the financing of projects constituting a further key area of work for the firm. The four-partner leadership team features Javier Menchén and Amado Giménez on the finance front, regulatory specialist Pablo Silván, and Antonio de Mariano, noted for negotiations in the field.Practice head(s):
Key clients
Arena Green Power
Liberbank
Q Energy
Bankinter
Alas Capital 4
Work highlights
- Advising Arena Green Power on the sale and purchase from Enel Green Power of 100% of the shares of the owners of special vehicles of three photovoltaic projects under development with a capacity of 48MW in the province of Córdoba.
- Advising Q Energy on the sale and purchase of nine photovoltaic plants with an aggregate capacity of 0.9MW and the sale and purchase of 16 companies owning 16 photovoltaic projects with an aggregate capacity of 1.5MW.
- Advising Bankinter on the financing of the acquisition by Q-Energy of a portfolio of 5MM photovoltaic parks and the subsequent refinancing of the debt associated with the projects.
Spain > Real estate and construction Tier 4
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.Practice head(s):
Miguel Ferre; Francisco Bengoetxea
Other key lawyers:
Ane Basterretxea; Jaime Gutiérrez; Marta Santos
Testimonials
‘Great technical knowledge and motivation.’
‘Almost immediate attention and cordial treatment.’
‘Excellent treatment from the partners of each department. Good experts of law, good client service and extensive experience in the field of transactions and real estate law.’
‘I would like to highlight Miguel Ferre and Francisco Bengoetxea, as well as the entire team.’
Key clients
Stoneshield Investments
Aedas Homes
Iberdrola Inmobiliaria
Stoneshield Investments
Aedas Homes
Novo Banco
Engie
Monthisa Inmobiliaria
Aquila Capital (AQ Acentor)
Habitat Inmobiliaria
Work highlights
- Advising CaixaBank on the sale of the emblematic building located at Paseo de la Castellana 51 for a price of €238.5m.
Spain > Restructuring and insolvency Tier 4
Noted for its solid expertise in representing both creditors and debtors, Ramón y Cajal Abogados' practice has an excellent track record in handling debt restructurings, refinancing agreements, creditors' rights and board liability issues. The team is also sought after for its strength in acting as court-appointed insolvency administrators. Javier Menchén heads the restructuring side of the practice, in which Amado Giménez and Cándido Pérez are key contacts; Ramón Fernández-Aceytuno takes the lead on insolvency matters, supported by Carmen Fernández-Hontoria and Luis Briones.Practice head(s):
Javier Menchén; Ramón Fernández-Aceytuno
Other key lawyers:
Amado Giménez; Carmen Fernández-Hontoria; Luis Briones; Cándido Pérez; Diego Gabarain
Testimonials
‘The team stands out for its accessibility, client service, availability, industry knowledge and rapid identification of problems and search for solutions.’
‘I would like to highlight Ramón Fernández-Aceytuno for his knowledge, availability, close communication, client service, level of involvement in the case and ability to analyse the effects of the possible legal risks assumed.’
‘High level of knowledge of bankruptcy law, restructuring plans and the dynamics of multilateral negotiations. They compare favourably with other firms, especially in terms of price and client service, accessibility and availability.’
‘They stand out in the clarity of their recommendations – they do not shy away from talking about issues that involve different interpretations, and they are very accessible and close to clients when working. Amado Giménez and Diego Gabarain stand out.’
Key clients
Abengoa
AEDAS Homes
José Sánchez Peñate
Ortiz Construcciones y Proyectos
Banco Santander
Econocom
EDP España
Bankinter Investment
Kartesia Securities
SAREB
Bankinter
Grupo Decosystem
Unicaja
Abanca
MAN Energie Solutions
Hidronorte Energía
Work highlights
- Representing Gesternova in its insolvency proceedings.
- Acting for Ortiz Construcciones y Proyectos in complex proceedings before Commercial Court No 5 in Madrid relating to the sale of a productive unit.
- Representing a banking syndicate, formed of Banco Santander, BBVA and Corporación Abanca, in the restructuring of the debt of Plaza de España flagship stores, including the world’s largest Zara store, owned by Inbest SOCIMI.
Spain > White-collar crime Tier 4
The corporate criminal law team at Ramón y Cajal Abogados is characterised by a broad focus on tax evasion, money laundering, corruption, misappropriation and fraud, acting for a range of high-profile corporations and private individuals. Led by criminal litigation expert Enrique Molina and financial crime specialist Javier Gómez Bermúdez, the firm is also active in industrial accidents, environmental crimes and compliance matters. Patricia Porras is another standout from the associate ranks.
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Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘They understand the client’s business model, its concerns and the needs that have to be covered when it comes to having a legal service, beyond the mere resolution or technical treatment of the specific issue.’
‘Technical quality of the service, experience, availability, understanding of the business model. They convey calm, understanding and support in a delicate matter.’
‘Training, professional experience and availability.’
‘Patricia Porras and Enrique Molina show capacity and proactivity, but also poise, closeness, empathy and sympathy.’
‘Dedication and experience.’
‘Excellent preparation and knowledge.’
Key clients
Endesa – Enel Green Power
Grant Thornton
Elecnor
Dominion Global Dominion Access
FCC
Abengoa
Gonzalo Urquijo
Banco Caminos
Mercasa
Fernando Becker
Atresmedia Corporación de Medios Audiovisuales
Work highlights
- Representing Balder IP as an aggrieved party before the National High Court (Audiencia Nacional).
- Representing Bartolomé Cursach before the Provincial Court of Palma in a corruption case.
- Successfully defended one of Iberdrola’s managers, Fernando Becker, in the criminal proceedings arising from the Villarejo case.
Spain > Tax Tier 6
Operating out of the Madrid and Barcelona offices, the tax team at Ramón y Cajal Abogados advises well-known Spanish companies and the domestic subsidiaries of international corporations on the Spanish tax aspects of a broad range of transactions, including M&A, restructurings and real estate investments. The group also assists high-net-worth individuals and families with wealth management. Transfer pricing matters and tax disputes are other core areas of focus. Luis Rodriguez-Ramos leads the team and has extensive experience in transactional tax matters.Practice head(s):
Luis Rodríguez-Ramos
Other key lawyers:
Gonzalo Rocafort; Gonzalo Molina; Úrsula del Moral
Key clients
Bankinter
Banco Santander
Persepólis Investments Socimi
Inmobiliaria Colonial
Cadena Cope
El Corte Inglés
Caixabank
Montepino Logística
Repsol
Linea Directa
Work highlights
- Advised Montepino Logística on its restructuring to met the requirements for the SOCIMI regime, after advising a pool of investors on the acquisition of Montepino.
- Assisted Repsol with the tax aspects of a private equity fund launched with Portobello Capital.
- Advised a number of SICAVs, managed by Bankinter, on the tax aspects of their liquidation.
Ramón y Cajal Abogados > Firm Profile
The firm: Founded in 1986 and focused on the financial and business world, Ramón y Cajal has established itself as one of the top Spanish law firms on the basis of the solid legal background of its members, the full commitment to efficiency and quality and the personal involvement of the partners in the client dealings. Its size enables the firm to take advantage of multidisciplinary capacities and synergies and to successfully conclude matters of significant complexity and scope.
Ramón y Cajal has built a valuable clientele, comprising many of the largest listed Spanish companies in terms of capitalisation. As some of these companies have a noteworthy international presence and regularly handle cross-border transactions, the firm is involved in relevant capital markets and corporate transactions every year.
With more than 120 lawyers, Ramón y Cajal Abogados is well placed to advise on complex transactions across a full range of legal disciplines.
Areas of practice: Services provided include capital markets, corporate and M&A, commercial, competition, litigation and arbitration, banking, restructuring and insolvency, regulatory, construction, projects finance, planning and real estate, employment, IP/IT and tax advice.
Main Contacts
Department | Name | Telephone | |
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Banking and finance | Javier Menchén | ||
Banking and finance | Amado Giménez | ||
Capital markets | Francisco Palá | ||
Capital markets | Andrés Más | ||
Capital markets | Carlos Lao | ||
Project finance | Javier Menchén | ||
Project finance | Amado Giménez | ||
Corporate and M&A | Alberto Alonso Ureba | ||
Corporate and M&A | Iñigo Dago | ||
Corporate and M&A | Álvaro Bertrán | ||
EU and competition | Pedro Suárez | ||
Litigation and arbitration | Pedro Ramón y Cajal | ||
Litigation and arbitration | Ramón Fernández-Aceytuno | ||
Litigation and arbitration | Rafael Mateu | ||
Litigation and arbitration | Luis Briones | ||
Restructuring and insolvency | Ramón Fernández-Aceytuno | ||
Restructuring and insolvency | Javier Menchén | ||
Criminal | Enrique Molina | ||
Criminal | Javier Gómez-Bermúdez | ||
Tax | Andrés Jiménez | ||
Tax | Luis Rodríguez-Ramos | ||
Real estate and urban planning | Francisco Bengoetxea | ||
Real estate and urban planning | Roberto Tojo | ||
Employment | Xavier Pallarés | ||
Government and regulated sectors | José Ignacio Vega | ||
Government and regulated sectors | Pablo Silván | ||
Government and regulated sectors | Joaquín García Bernaldo de Quirós | ||
Information technology | Norman Heckh |
Lawyer Profiles
Staff Figures
Number of lawyers : 120+Languages
Catalan English French German SpanishOther
Contacts : Francisco Palá (managing partner) Contacts : Norman Heckh (co-head of international) : Other offices : Barcelona- Capital markets: Debt
- Capital markets: Equity
- Data privacy and data protection
- Industry focus: Food
- Industry focus: TMT
- Public law