DLA Piper > Madrid, Spain > Firm Profile

‘High knowledge of the market, very focused on the closing of the operation and very good technically.’

‘The team accumulates years of experience in the sector. They proactively assist and involve the in-house attorney throughout the negotiation process.’

‘The Spanish DLA Piper team is available and reactive. The team brought us concrete solutions.’

‘The DLA Banking team is a team with great expertise, pro-deal and very “hands-on”. In addition, when there is a problem in the negotiations, they find effective and creative solutions with “out-of-the-box thinking”. They are certainly always on our list of favorite teams.’

‘Although the entire team is fantastic, I’d highlight Cesar Herrero because technically he is outstanding, he always knows the operation and the documents in detail and thoroughly understands the needs of the parties, finding the optimal solution in the transactions.’

‘Top team at DLA led by strong partners. Expert and really efficient team that benefits from high quality work and expertise. This makes DLA one of the best legal firms in Spain and one of my preferences in the market.’

‘Their expertise and their experience is very useful in order to deal with the toughest innovative matters.’

‘The customer- and solution-oriented expert advice you get is unique.’

‘We consider Javier Santos to be among the very best of his field.’

‘The work they have carried out has been impeccable and in different fields, experienced people, with excellent client service and commitment.’

‘The operations in which we have worked with DLA on Energy projects have been successfully formalised, with a very professional and serious team.’

‘Excellent professionals, fully involved in the operation. I have worked with Juan Gelabert and his team in Project Finance operations. The work has been more than outstanding. It has helped us a lot to reach agreements with complicated clients.’

‘César Herreo, Carmen Sánchez and Carmen Fernández-Ladreda are very committed and with a very deep legal knowledge.’

‘Javier Santos was available at all times as the main contact person. He distinguishes himself on the one hand by his calm and mediating manner and on the other hand by an extremely high expert know-how as well as detailed knowledge of all negotiated contracts. Javier Santos is extremely efficient and expeditious in his execution. He was also able to convince the teams of other law firms in many negotiations with cogent argumentation and therefore significantly enhanced many contracts as a whole.’

‘Jose Manuel Sala is a great professional with solid knowledge in matters of the regulated energy sector, and in administrative procedures.’

‘Experience in the sector, global vision of operations and technical knowledge to defend those points that are most relevant to the client. Good negotiation skills.’

‘I would highlight José María Oliva and his outstanding experience in accompanying and negotiating operations of this nature within the real estate sector. Technical capacity, availability and agile execution and decision-making of Angel Maestro.’

‘It is a team that works well and is responsive.’

‘The team really do manage our transaction processes well and have got to know what really matters for us.’

‘Orson Alcocer and Angel Maestro are always available and incredibly proactive. They approach matters with good humour which really makes a difference.’

‘Great knowledge and professionalism.’

‘Technical knowledge and extensive experience coupled with a deal-maker profile that sets them apart from others.’

‘Joaquín Echánove stands out for his technical knowledge and extensive experience, through his problem solving orientation and innovative solutions.’

‘Very pragmatic, efficient, responsive.’

‘Borja Obeso is an added value for the legal practice of the firm that makes DLA Piper stand out in the arbitration hearings. A sure value in arbitration lawsuits.’

‘DLA Piper’s Madrid office is very easy to communicate, gives straightforward answers, is very responsive and fields first class professionals.’

‘Ben Sanderson is easy to communicate with, very responsive, provides clear answers, thinks ahead, has deep knowledge about investment arbitration and gives a sense of confidence.’

‘The reliability of the managing partner during the hearings in the case is an added value to the good work in the writing of the briefs.’

‘Ben Sanderson is always available; has invaluable insights into problems and invariably provides the correct answer. It is a pleasure to discuss complicated issues with him. He possesses all the necessary qualities that an in-house lawyer needs and expects. Furthermore, his excellent and comprehensive knowledge of PIL is a rare talent to find among partners in international law firms. As he has practiced law as counsel for many years, he is very skillful in advising on procedure and tactics.’

‘Magnificent work team, wonderfully led by Pilar Menor. I would highlight the ability to understand the culture and strategy of the company, and recommend the best path according to them.’

‘The main partner, Pilar Menor, oversees everything and offers her great experience, as well as having the opportunity to discuss the general strategy and details with her.’

‘DLA Piper Spain has a department specialized in regulatory affairs which is very useful for our company and our sector. This has allowed us to be able to obtain fast answers to complex matters and has saved us time.’

‘I have personally worked with Paula González de Castejón. She was very available, understood the complexity and approach we were looking for.’

‘Very high quality personalised attention and flexibility in availability.’

‘This is a people business and Joaquin Echánove has been crucial to closing the transaction thanks to their work and determination to do things right and give the best possible client service.’

‘Dedication and availability. Really understand client needs and adapt accordingly. Team is always available.’

‘Attention to detail – they have comprehensive view of all legal doc’s and very much aware of the implications changes can have on overall documentation.’

‘Problem solvers rather than problem makers. I would count on Joaquín Echánove and team on future projects.’

‘It is a team that works like the mechanics of a watch, technically brilliant and always providing business-oriented solutions guaranteeing legal certainty.’

‘Joaquín Hervada is technically brilliant, and anticipates the needs of the business, gives realistic solutions guaranteeing the position of his client.’

‘Joaquín Hervada is a great Antitrust lawyer, great technical knowledge of his area, great ability to understand business, availability and very fast response, and with a very good team behind him.’

‘The DLA team we work with are very professional and experts in Competition Law. They have shown great knowledge in the matter at all times.’

‘We highly value their accessibility and proximity. Also the interest in knowing the business.’

‘Extensive knowledge of our industry.’

‘Ability to adapt situations from other sectors to ours. They greatly help the didactic work towards the authorities.’

‘An extraordinary partner: Joaquín Hervada. The best I’ve ever seen.’

‘Diego Ramos is the person to turn to if you have intellectual property problems or doubts in Europe.’

‘In my opinion, they provide the best advice on intellectual property.’

‘The immediate attention, availability, the magnificent knowledge of the subject and the contribution of practical solutions to the problems (Joaquin Hervada).’

‘The added value of the DLA Piper Public Law Department is that the team has extensive experience in the field as well as being very familiar with the theory applicable to this very theoretical and complicated part of the law. Likewise, I would highlight their ability to find solutions to complicated problems and their good treatment when negotiating with counterparts.’

‘They are professionals with excellent technical skills. In addition to this, it differs from its competitors in the enormous involvement of its partners and in the respectful and courteous way they negotiate, reach agreements and work together with the other party’s lawyers so that both clients benefit.’

‘The service provided by DLA in the area of public law stands out for being fast, diligent and rigorous. Perhaps the main added value is its ability to find legal solutions that suit our needs.’

‘Our main interlocutor in the framework of Public Law is Carlos Daza. Carlos stands out for his vast legal knowledge and for his ability to present complex problems clearly and succinctly.’

‘Good legal analysis of the problem or situation that arises’

‘Carlos Daza is a lawyer with great professionalism, work capacity and always responds to the needs of our company. He is very transparent and clearly states the different alternatives that exist.’

‘DLA Piper’s tax team is very thorough and experienced. Its technical level is very high and its greatest ability is to anticipate client needs. This is achieved by knowing the client well and interacting appropriately for it.’

‘The team led by César Salagaray has done a magnificent job, with a perfect understanding of business aspects that result in better advice.’

‘César Salagaray – empathy and technical excellence.’

‘Its closeness and predisposition to be by the side of the company whenever needed. In this, of course, Carlos Rodríguez and Miguel Baz stand out. Also María Alonso and Guillermo Bailach, as legal directors, have the same closeness and predisposition.’

‘DLA Piper has an excellent team, very dedicated and that perfectly understands the needs of its client, so the experience of working with DLA has always been wonderful.’

‘I’d highlight the delivery and understanding the needs of its client, as well as teamwork with other teams involved in the operation.’

‘The DLA Piper Tax team treats its clients as if they were part of their family. There is no small or too complex issue to be discussed. The team is also very technical and proactive, anticipating client’s needs before they are actually a thing. Finally, César Salagaray and his team communicate in a very simple manner so tax matters are understood by every level of the enterprise.’

‘César Salagaray and Carlos Espinosa treat their clients as family members and, consequently, their problems become family issues which must be solved quickly and as smoothly as possible. César Salagaray is one of the most technical and hands-on partners I have ever worked with. He is always available and works very closely to his clients.’

‘A broad team with a very diverse range of expertise, able to cover the full spectrum of employment law for its clients in the region. Sandra Wallace has enormous expertise and experience which enables her to provide a brilliant service for her clients.‘

‘The team is a good blend of partners & associates; always available when needed, with pragmatic advice.‘

‘The team is very responsive, with good strength in depth. The lawyers understand our business and are able to anticipate our position on a range of issues. The team coordinates the provision of a global helpline and goes above and beyond to facilitate the smooth delivery of advice globally. Emma Philips – technically excellent and exceptional client service. Lisa Hodgson – very good sounding board, able to balance legal knowledge and practical/commercial application.‘

‘Commercial approach, speedy responses, always available, good relationship building, excellent understanding of the business and adapt advice as needed. Sandra Wallace – always available to discuss key issues, very supportive with a commercial approach. Lisa Hodgson – excellent lawyer, always available, always very responsive, very commercial in her approach, considers all aspects and provides options, very knowledgeable.‘

‘The team in DLA’s Birmingham office is excellent. The lawyers are responsive, well-prepared, legally savvy, and always prepared to go the extra mile. Bethan Odey – very helpful, great advice, commercial, works with us to find solutions. Samantha Haglington – very helpful whenever our main partners are not available and has also done some great work for us on a project.‘

‘DLA Piper strikes the perfect balance between having lawyers who are available, responsive, willing to roll up their sleeves when necessary, legally able, and commercial in their approach.  Lisa Hodgson is extremely impressive. She knows the detail of a case back to front, is on top of the factual and commercial issues, but is also acutely aware of the legal issues arising from any given set of facts. Clients have confidence in her advice because she is able to speak authoritatively and from the benefit of experience. She is the perfect all-rounder.‘

‘The team has strength in depth, with a solid understanding of employment law and litigation amongst all its practitioners. No matter who you are working with, you are assured that they know the case and the law well. Matt Jeavons is good at balancing client expectations against the requirements of the courts, and brings clients along with him on the litigation journey. He is great at identifying the correct balance between legal and commercial and practical needs.‘

‘Stand-out lawyers in the employment team are Samantha Haglington and Matt Jeavons – both are technically excellent, commercially focused and fantastic to work with. I cannot fault them.‘