Mr Joaquín Hervada > DLA Piper > Madrid, Spain > Lawyer Profile

Singled out for its extensive experience in food safety, labelling, packaging, advertising and distribution issues in the food sector, DLA Piper is noted for its wide-ranging expertise in this space. Spearheaded by Diego Ramos, the team handles a wide range of matters, including food regulation, M&A transactions, commercial agreements, trade relations, brand management, and product liability. Paula González De Castejón is a key contact for regulatory matters, while Joaquín Hervada focuses on EU and competition law.

A popular destination for clients operating in the manufacturing sector, DLA Piper is recognised by clients for its ‘extensive experience’ in this segment. The team is well equipped to handle a wide range of matters, including IP, corporate transactions, public law, real estate and banking. The team is led by Joaquín Hervada, an EU and competition law expert with significant expertise in merger control and structuring transactions within the manufacturing and industrial sectors.

DLA Piper leverages its broad competition law expertise across the TMT, automotive, media, and pharmaceutical sectors. The team is frequently sought for guidance on merger control, FDI, and other antitrust matters. Practice head Joaquín Hervada balances a dual focus on M&A transactions and competition infringement proceedings. Rafael Maldonado and Miguel Higuero are both actively involved in regulatory filings and competition investigations.