Ibex35 companies regularly turn to Cuatrecasas for assistance with high-profile corporate and M&A mandates, both domestic and international. The group has particular strengths in M&A, joint ventures, disposals, and investments, as well as public takeovers. Javier Villasante co-leads the department alongside Victor Xercavins and is noted for his considerable experience advising on multijurisdictional M&A, energy and infrastructure projects, and commercial contracts. Xercavins advises on joint ventures, restructurings, and private equity deals. Federico Roig assists with energy, transport, and infrastructure transactions, while José Luis Rodríguez is sought after by family businesses and funds to lead on acquisitions and shareholder agreements. Other key practitioners include Javier Martí-Fluxá, Diana Rivera, and Mariano Ucar. Javier Hermosilla joined as a partner from Clifford Chance in December 2025.
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Key clients
- CTT Correios de Portugal
- Faes Farma
- Platinum Equity
- Urbaser
- Robert Bosch
- Seidor
- Totalenergies
- Tubacex
- Veolia
- Werfen
- Zegona communications
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Javier Villasante; Víctor Xercavins
Other key lawyers
Federico Roig; José Luis Rodríguez; Javier Martí-Fluxá; Diana Rivera; Mariano Ucar