With expertise in corporate, public law, employment, banking, IP, real estate and tax law, RocaJunyent's Barcelona-based practice fields strong capabilities in transactional, contentious, commercial and regulatory matters. Practice head Joan Roca focuses on regulated sectors, joint ventures and strategic alliances between public and private entities. Xavier Foz oversees the banking and finance group in Barcelona, and also leads on fintech and blockchain matters. María José Sánchez is the name to note for employment matters; Blanca Usón assists with tax and wealth management issues; and Gonzalo Serrano leads the litigation department.
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Testimonials
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- ‘What makes RocaJunyent's Barcelona practice unique is the combination of in-depth technical knowledge of business law with a clear client focus and understanding of the business world. The team stands out for its approachability, responsiveness, and personalised service, which provides added value.'
- ‘What truly sets RocaJunyent apart are its people. Beyond their unquestionable technical expertise, the firm's lawyers stand out for their approachability, empathy with clients, and practical perspective on matters. This combination fosters a level of trust that is very difficult to find among competitors.'
- ‘What makes the RocaJunyent team unique is their combination of technical expertise with a highly practical approach. Their experience in complex transactions, coupled with in-depth knowledge of enterprise software licensing, has allowed us to resolve delicate situations with confidence.’
- ‘With Xavier Foz, we've worked on corporate law, including sales transactions, and he brings rigour, experience, and availability during critical moments.'
Key clients
- Aramakr / Avendra
- Grupo HUSA (Hostelería Unida)
- Abex Excelencia Robótica
- Founders of Tekman Education
- Telepizza’s franchisees
- Five Guys Spain, S.L.U.
- Alantra Corporate Finance S.A.
- Caixabank
- Banco Sabadell
- Morabanc
- O2 Centro Wellness, S.L.
- Victoria’s Secret
Work highlights
Acted as lead Spanish counsel to Aramark, through its international subsidiary Avendra, in the cross-border acquisition of Quantum Business and its subsidiaries.
Acted as court-appointed bankruptcy administrator for the comprehensive management of Grupo HUSA's insolvency proceedings, with debt valued at €220m.
Provided legal counsel to IKB Bank in structuring the offering of a fixed-term deposit product to Spanish residents through the Raisin platform.
Practice head
Joan Roca
Other key lawyers
Sergi Chimenos; Xavier Foz; María José Sánchez; Blanca Usón; Gonzalo Serrano; Javier Vázquez; Roger Pla; Josep Pujolràs