Mr Pedro de Rojas > Latham & Watkins LLP > Madrid, Spain > Lawyer Profile

Latham & Watkins LLP stands out for its ability to handle cross-border financial transactions, with the Madrid team frequently working alongside the firm’s offices in London, Milan and the US to advise on high-value matters. The team members are highly regarded for their expertise in debt restructurings, but are also experienced in asset finance, acquisition finance and direct lending, acting for clients including leading Spanish and international banks and private equity firms. Fernando Colomina serves as Spanish chair of the finance department, and co-heads the team with Pedro de Rojas, whose practice also covers leveraged transactions and corporate finance. Counsel Luis Sánchez is noted for his advice on investments by specialised investment funds in distressed assets.

Latham & Watkins LLP‘s practice stands out for its strength in cross-border restructurings, acting alongside the firm’s international offices on a number of high-profile recent transactions. The team, which assists a wide range of creditors, debtors and investors, is also active in complex debt refinancings, distressed M&A and insolvency litigation. Practice head Pedro de Rojas is a highly regarded practitioner, with an excellent track record in handling multi-jurisdictional restructurings. Ignacio Gómez-Sancha has expertise in advising listed companies on restructurings, Fernando Colomina handles the financing side of complex restructurings, and Óscar Franco is a specialist in insolvency litigation.