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GTA Villamagna Abogados Offices
MARQUES DE VILLAMAGNA, 3
6a PLANTA
28001 MADRID
Spain
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GTA Villamagna Abogados > The Legal 500 Rankings
Spain > Environment Tier 2
Led by Ernesto García-Trevijano, GTA Villamagna Abogados assists clients with the full spread of environmental issues. Its broad service offering covers urban planning, compliance, environmental investigations and claims, as well as infrastructure, resources and waste management projects. The team is engaged by local authorities and, due to its in-depth knowledge of the biomass, solar and thermoelectric industries, key clients from across the energy sector. Marta Plaza is a key contact for public authorities and private companies alike.Practice head(s):
Ernesto García-Trevijano
Other key lawyers:
Marta Plaza; Jesús Estrada López; Javier García Tramón
Testimonials
‘What distinguishes this firm is probably the very deep knowledge of its discipline and the speed and diligence with which it provides solutions to the client’s needs.’
‘Ernesto García Trevijano is an authority on administrative law, and he demonstrates it in his daily practice.’
‘An expert team in the field with extensive knowledge of administrative law, which is essential due to the necessary involvement of the environment with said branch of law. Personalised treatment and proposal of effective solutions aligned with business needs.’
‘Personal assistance from the partner, Ernesto García TRevijano. Analytical and at the same time simple opinions that allow easy understanding by those who lack legal knowledge.’
‘GTA Villamagna has a large team of highly qualified and experienced lawyers. The team has the ability to take on matters of enormous magnitude and carry out meticulous and technically impeccable work, even in cases with tight procedural deadlines and very voluminous administrative files.’
‘The quality of work and client service is excellent.’
‘Demonstrate a very high practical knowledge of environmental issues.’
‘Ernesto García Trevijano and his team have an especially valuable strategic and practical sense in the approach and defence of the assigned matters.’
Key clients
Orovalle Minerals S.L
Salmedina Tratamiento De Residuos Inertes S.L
Cementos Portland Valderrivas
Carolina Solar
Enjoy Wellness S.L
Rayet Medio Ambiente, S.L.
Electroquimica Del Noroeste, S.A
ZAPATA, S.A.
ERA TUCA S.L.
Morgan Stanley Infrastructure Partners
Spain > Public law Tier 3
GTA Villamagna Abogados is well versed in acting for Spanish construction companies and concessionaires in public infrastructure projects and contentious matters involving the mismanagement of public services. The team is under the joint leadership of a capable trio: Ernesto García-Trevijano, a key contact for energy clients; Marta Plaza, who specialises in public procurement; and Jesús Estrada, who boasts considerable expertise in administrative proceedings.Practice head(s):
Ernesto García-Trevijano; Marta Plaza; Jesús Estrada
Other key lawyers:
Javier García; Ernesto García-Trevijano Castillo
Testimonials
‘Team very willing and prepared in the matter.’
‘The team has extensive knowledge of the subject with extensive experience.’
‘Ernesto García Trevinajo – quality of work, technical solvency, efficiency and execution. It’s quick and direct, it doesn’t go around the bush.’
‘GTA is the best firm we have known for its knowledge of public sector contracts law, its experience and its ease of relating each case to its application and interpretation. They are also updated with the latest technologies and have a multidisciplinary team that they put at our disposal from the offer to the final resolution and billing.’
‘Jesús Estrada has extensive knowledge of public law and experience in similar contracts. He is capable of knowing the client’s needs in a moment and transmitting them internally.’
‘Ernesto García-Trevijano: Great experience and knowledge of jurisprudence related to each case.’
‘Ernesto García-Trevijano Castillo: Availability and management of documentation in each case’
Key clients
Acciona Construcción, S.A.
Dragados, S.A. And Acciona Construcción, S.A. (Joint Venture)
Aeste
Ute Butarque (Valoriza Servicios Ambientales, S.A And Cadagua, S.A., Joint Venture)
Enjoy Wellness Mérida, S.L.
Carrera Y Pérez, S.L.
Centro De Enseñanaza Universitaria Sek, S.A.U.
Divarian Propiedad, S.A.
Acciona Esco, S.L. And Acciona Construcción, S.A. (Joint Venture)
Open Sport Life Center, S. L.
Work highlights
- Defended Acciona Construcción in a liability lawsuit for hidden defects initiated by the Regional Administration of Tenerife in relation to the construction of the “Adán Martín Auditorium” in Tenerife (Canary Islands, Spain).
- Represented Dragados and Acciona Construcción in a lawsuit initiated by a prominent environmental association that seeks to halt and potentially annul the expansion works of Madrid’s Line 11 underground.
- Led the appeal filed by AESTE before the Spanish Supreme Court against a new nationwide regulation that modifies the entire legal system for providing dependence care services, significantly increasing the authorisation and accreditation requirements for the economic exploitation of this activity.
Spain > Projects and energy Tier 4
GTA Villamagna Abogados attracts a spread of public and private sector clients seeking advice on energy-related matters, particularly those within the renewables sector. Ernesto Garcia-Trevijano Garnica stands out for his knowledge of issues related to thermal, solar and photovoltaic energy production plants, regularly advising on regulatory issues and contracts. Jesús Estrada is noted for his ‘solid knowledge of administrative law’. Public law specialist Marta Plaza is also part of the core team.Practice head(s):
Ernesto García-Trevijano
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘GTA Villamagna is a boutique firm specialised in administrative law, which allows it to have excellent knowledge of the regulation of the energy sector and also a highly appreciated practical vision for day-to-day issues of a company in the sector that promotes projects.’
‘Jesús Estrada demonstrates a solid knowledge of administrative law and provides practical advice adapted to the client’s needs, which I value very positively. Also noteworthy is the excellent personal treatment, availability and ability to quickly understand the problems raised and the client’s needs.’
‘The team has the availability to attend to important and urgent requests, and knowledge to deal with them efficiently and effectively.’
‘Availability, autonomy to understand the client’s concerns and propose intelligent strategies. They prepare documentation and procedures with knowledge to improve the efficiency of negotiations and therefore the effectiveness of transactions.’
Key clients
Xallas Electricidad y Aleaciones SAU
Treemond SA
Orovalle Minerals, S.L
Duet Spa & Sports, S.L.U
Ohl Servicios Ingesan Sa, S.A
Grupo Aguas Alfaro, S.L.
Tecnica Y Naturaleza, S.L
Ithaka Partners
Valeo Services España, S.L
Work highlights
- Assisting Xallas Electricidad y Aleaciones SAU with regard to its 8 hydroelectric energy production facilities.
- Advising Treemond SA on the acquisition of a strategic plot.
- Advising Orovalle Minerals, S.L on every legal issue related to the daily operations of the EL VALLE-BOINÁS/CARLÉS Mine.
Spain > Dispute resolution Tier 5
Working across several sectors, GTA Villamagna Abogados advises on a myriad of disputes related to corporate litigation, contractual and tortious liability, agency matters, construction defects, IP rights protection, and competition actions. The team is led by Ernesto García-Trevijano, who is lauded for his ‘excellent technical knowledge enriched with extensive experience‘. Other key figures include Marta Plaza and Jesús Estrada, who collectively ‘put themselves in the client’s shoes‘ and ‘understand their problems‘.Practice head(s):
Ernesto García-Trevijano
Other key lawyers:
Marta Plaza; Jesús Estrada; Mercedes Bértolo
Testimonials
‘They put themselves in the client’s shoes, understand their problems, advise them from the first day until the process ends. They are able to solve problems on the fly due to the strong preparation they have.’
‘The team is multidisciplinary and allows each case to be coordinated from different points of view, providing the best option through a single interlocutor, making each aspect clear.’
‘Jesús Estrada stands out for his extensive legal knowledge and his ability to interpret contracts. He is able to immediately grasp the client’s needs and transfer them to the rest of the team.’
‘Ernesto García-Trevijano: His great experience and leadership allows him to apply the optimal solution to each case.’
‘The firm’s team is always available and also collaborates proactively looking for innovative solutions beyond the literal wording of the regulation. With a lot of experience, they always try to find the most favourable solution for the client, evaluating all the circumstances of the case.’
‘In addition to his excellent technical knowledge enriched with extensive experience, dealing with Ernesto García-Trevijano is excellent. Always open to help and delve into new subjects and understanding the client’s needs. We would also highlight the ease with which he deals with highly complex issues, providing differential solutions.’
‘Ernesto García-Trevijano has a great memory and is able to ask relevant questions during interrogations with a great ability to improvise.’
Key clients
Unión Temporal De Empresas Pedralba-túnel De Padornelo|(Acciona Construcción, S.A. – Obras Subterráneas, S.A.)
Invictus Investments Spain, S.L.
Construcciones Rubau, S.A
Banco Sabadell, S.A
Katanga Inversiones, S.L. And Paradise Hotels & Resorts, S.L.
Ute Operadora Termosolar Villena Y Ute Termosolar Guzmán (Fcc Construcción Industrial, S.A., Fcc Servicios Industriales Y Energéticos, S.A. And Seridom Servicios Integrados Idom, S.A.)
Aldebarán Projects, S.L. (Mr José Baringo Gómez)
Celulosas De Asturias, S.A. (Ence)
Ute Ancho Estándar Sagunto-castellón
A. Pérez Y Cía, S.A.
Work highlights
- Advising Unión Temporal De Empresas Pedralba-túnel De Padornelo|(Acciona Construcción, S.A. – Obras Subterráneas, S.A.) in the judicial proceedings filed against Sociedad Estatal De Infraestructuras Del Transporte Terrestre, S.M.E., S.A. by means of which the client claims damages caused by the delay in the performance of the works contract for the construction of several tunnels on the high-speed railway line connecting Madrid and Galicia (Spain).
- Acted for Invictus Investments Spain, S.L. in legal proceedings against the Sellers of Duet Spa & Sports, S.L (with 11 subsidiaries in the sports sector) regarding a breach of the SPA.
- Advising Construcciones Rubau On the filing of a claim against the owner of a new hospital built in the city of Girona.
Spain > Real estate and construction Tier 5
The ‘exceptional’ and ‘multidisciplinary’ team at GTA Villamagna Abogados expertly handles a spread of real estate, urban planning and town planning mandates, covering both non-contentious and contentious matters. Leadership of the practice is shared between Ernesto García-Trevijano and Marta Plaza, the latter of whom tis singled out for her ‘extensive knowledge and experience’ assisting private and public entities with urban management and planning instruments.Practice head(s):
Ernesto García-Trevijano; Marta Plaza
Testimonials
‘The urban planning team has great knowledge and experience in the subject.’
‘Marta Plaza and the team are exceptional, both in their treatment and in the speed and quality of their actions.’
‘My experience with the team has been very positive: it is well-connected, very agile in their responses, and they have always shown a notable ability to provide well-documented and concise answers to complex issues. I would highlight the speed of their work.’
‘We mainly work with Marta Plaza; she adds value in all her interventions.’
‘Marta Plaza González – extensive knowledge and experience. Very hard-working, efficient, decisive and involved.’
Key clients
Junta De Compensación De Valdecarros (Mas Madrid)
Junta De Compensación De Valdecarros (Expropriation Project)
Junta De Compensación De Valdecarros (Reparcelling Project)
Junta De Compensación De Retamar De La Huerta (Canal De Isabel Ii)
Junta De Compensación De Retamar De La Huerta (Reparcelling Project)
Divarian Propiedad, S.A. And Coral Homes, S.L. (Sidi Saler)
Promontoria Coliseum Real Estate, S.L.U. (Pau Illescas)
Zapata, S.A. (Power Line)
Juntas De Compensación Del Pp-4, Pp-5 And Pp-8
Promontoria Coliseum Real Estate, S.L.U. (La Nucía)
Work highlights
- Defending Junta De Compensación De Valdecarros in a lawsuit brought by MÁS MADRID, contesting an agreement between the Madrid City Council and the development entity.
- Represents Divarian Propiedad, S.A. And Coral Homes, S.L. (Sidi Saler) in various lawsuits against the Valencia City council.
GTA Villamagna Abogados > Firm Profile
The firm: The firm was founded by Felipe Alonso and Ernesto García-Trevijano, two highly renowned professionals with successful careers in both public administration and the legal profession.
The firm provides services with an international focus that are tailored to its clients’ needs. Its corporate structure allows it to provide innovative and creative solutions, maintaining the highest standards of quality and guaranteeing close and flexible relations with its clients.
The firm creates fully cooperative and stable relationships with its clients based on its values of: legal expertise, added value, initiative and creativity, commitment, personalised attention, and an international approach.
Areas of practice
Commercial corporate and M&A: Our firm provides legal advice to companies in the broadest sense. Our lawyers have extensive and recognized experience in assisting clients from a wide range of sectors in national and cross-border M&A and financing transactions, as well as providing them
with advice on general corporate matters, including corporate governance, commercial contracts and transactions, M&A, banking and project finance.
Construction and real state: GTA Villamagna Abogados has a broad experience in real estate practice, covering all aspects including purchase agreements, construction agreements, asset management and financing and legal configuration of significant buildings.
Dispute resolution: The firm has extensive experience in the judicial area, providing sophisticated solutions in pre-litigation and contentious to the most varied and complex issues that our clients, both companies and individuals.
Environmental: GTA Villamagna Abogados advises key actors in the legal evaluation of complex audits and also advises local Authorities on the regularisation of local supplement of natural resources; the firm also carries out the most complex litigations on environmental matters.
Projects and energy: The firm as a dedicated practice group with vast experience in the promotion, construction and operation of power plants, the regulatory framework of renewable energy sources and public procurement contracts. This practice group advises key actors on the renewable energy market and handles complex issues relating to mining public concessions and exploitation contracts of mines. It also represents its clients on contentious matters before the Spanish courts.
Public law: The firm excels in this area by achieving a high level of quality and experience in providing legal advice to both public administrative agencies and private companies, in: public procurement, public-private partnership, administrative concessions, administrative law penalties, ‘due diligence’ processes, etc.
Tax: GTA Villamagna Abogados enjoys an excellent reputation in advising on tax matters of the utmost complexity, and is recognised by customers for its
ability to develop innovative solutions with the highest level of quality and technical expertise. Within the tax practice the following areas of expertise can be highlighted:
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- Tax litigation: Advises and represents individuals and legal entities in their defence in economic, socioeconomic and financial crimes, including corporate crimes, punishable insolvencies, tax and social security related crimes or crimes against public administrations.
- Wealth advisory: Focused on providing global advice (including tax advice, consulting and succession planning) on wealth and estate planning to high net worth families and individuals, family offices and private banking clients.
- Corporate tax: The firm provides tax advice in all kind of corporate tax issues including on-going tax advice to national and international companies, corporate restructuring transactions, M&A and tax structuring for both inbound and outbound investments.
- Indirect taxation: GTA advises on indirect taxation matters linked to real estate investments, financial and restructuring transactions.
Main Contacts
Department | Name | Telephone | |
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Commercial corporate and M&A | Ernesto García-Trevijano | ||
Commercial corporate and M&A | Jorge Alonso | ||
Construction and real estate | Ernesto García-Trevijano | ||
Construction and real estate | Marta Plaza | ||
Dispute resolution | Ernesto García-Trevijano | ||
Dispute resolution | Mercedes Bértolo | ||
Environmental | Ernesto García-Trevijano | ||
Projects and energy | Ernesto García-Trevijano | ||
Projects and energy | Jesús Estrada | ||
Public law | Ernesto García-Trevijano | ||
Public law | Marta Plaza | ||
Tax | Felipe Alonso | ||
Tax | Carlos Marcelo | ||
Tax | Javier Povo | ||
Tax | Antonio Ruiz |
Lawyer Profiles
Photo | Name | Position | Profile |
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Mr Felipe Alonso Fernández | Founding Partner of GTA Villamagna Abogados in 2012, Co-Managing Partner of the… | View Profile | |
Mr Jesús Antonio Estrada | Partner at GTA Villamagna Abogados. He specializes in Regulated sectors; Legal reviews,… | View Profile | |
Mr Ernesto García-Trevijano | Co- managing Partner at GTA Villamagna Abogados. He specializes in Public and… | View Profile | |
Mr Carlos Marcelo | Partner in GTA Villamagna Abogados. Tax advice on domestic and international matters… | View Profile | |
Ms Marta Plaza | Partner at GTA Villamagna Abogados. She specializes in Public and private procurement;… | View Profile | |
Mr Javier Povo | Partner of GTA Villamagna Abogados. Specializing in tax litigation / tax controversies,… | View Profile | |
Mr Antonio Ruiz | Partner at GTA Villamagna Abogados. Specializing in general tax law, real estate… | View Profile |