Andersen in Spain is well positioned to handle complex, cross-border mandates ranging from M&A to commercial agreements. The group advises a growing client base comprising companies from the sports, media and entertainment, and financial services sectors. Ignacio Aparicio co-leads the department alongside Ivo Portabales and stands out for his cross-border M&A expertise; he heads up the Cuban desk and regularly assists Latin American clients on corporate matters. Javier Bustillo and Jaime Aguilar left the firm in November 2025, while Ana Úbeda joined from Fieldfisher in October 2025, and Javier Gómez Domínguez arrived from PwC Tax & Legal Services. in September 2025.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Andersen provides practical advice as well as the technical legal answers. We have worked with a number of specialists in the firm, and they have all been exceptional. We can always rely on them for the answer that is appropriate for us.’
- ‘Andersen's approach to client relationships is exceptional. They take care of all commercial and institutional aspects, which is a determining factor in choosing their services.’
- ‘High quality and variety in their advisory capacity, absolute availability, and very professional management of all matters are elements that differentiate the group.’
- ‘The lawyers at Andersen Spain provide corporate support as if they were an extension of my company's in-house legal department. They are faster to respond than other firms and very efficient, adapting to our pace and advising us where our in-house lawyers fall short.’
- ‘They always seek solutions to our inquiries and requests, and when necessary, they also involve other members of the firm to delve deeper into the issues. They are always fully available, and their response times are much faster than other firms I've worked with. I have complete confidence in them.’
- ‘Andersen's corporate and M&A team stands out because it combines extensive technical expertise with a highly practical, business-oriented approach. These lawyers get straight to the point, understand client priorities, and ensure transactions are completed securely and efficiently.’
- ‘Compared to other firms, I believe Andersen offers the best of both worlds: the international reach of a large firm and the personal touch of a truly engaged team.’
Key clients
- 37th America’s Cup
- Squirrel Media
- PREFOR Group
- Indra Sistemas
- Grupo Versus
- Syrsa
- PreZero
- COFIDES
- A&G
- Colep Packaging
- ID Finance
Work highlights
Advised PreZero on the acquisition of assets from Madegan, S.A.
Advised Squirrel Media on a series of strategic acquisitions as part of its broader expansion plan.
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Practice head
Ignacio Aparicio; Ivo Portabales
Other key lawyers
Mayo Torres; Ana Úbeda; Javier Gómez Domínguez