Drawing on the firm’s wider international presence, Deloitte Abogados has considerable experience advising on high-value, cross-border disputes. The group is well-versed in both litigation and arbitration and is regularly turned to by blue-chip clients from the banking and finance, telecoms, and transport sectors. Silvia García leads the department and is adept at handling civil and commercial proceedings, as well as domestic and international arbitration related to transactions, corporate conflicts, and unfair competition. Former co-head Eduardo Villellas is no longer at the firm.
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Testimonials
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- ‘What makes this practice unique is the rare combination of technical excellence with a strategic, business-oriented vision.’
- ‘They are good professionals, highly trained, and work very well as a team.’
- ‘They are very collaborative and are always on the client's side to help them with everything they need.’
- ‘Álvaro Alarcón is outstanding.’
- ‘Compared to other firms, they stand out for their availability, proactivity, and exceptionally high level of internal coordination, which translates into efficiency and concrete results. I would also highlight their ability to communicate clearly, facilitating decision-making even in complex matters.’
- ‘The team has a deep understanding of litigation and also understands and prioritises business needs, anticipates risks, and proposes practical and creative solutions.’
Key clients
- Banco Santander
- AENA
- BBVA
- Vodafone España
- Torre Rioja Madrid Socimi
- Sareb
- Liga Profesional de Fútbol Femenino
- Liga Nacional de Fútbol Profesional
- CaixaBank
- ENS d’Abastament d’Aigua Ter Llobregat - Government of Catalonia
Work highlights
Advising AENA on a judicial procedure for the recognition of ownership and recovery of possession of 27 properties that were initially expropriated over 80 years ago, with subsequent transfers thereafter.
Advising Banco Santander on a judicial procedure in which a claim was made for compensation in connection with the management of a documentary letter of credit.
Advising Liga Profesional de Fútbol Femenino on the resolution and breach of a sponsorship contract.
Lawyers
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Silvia García
Other key lawyers
Álvaro Alarcón; Marc Pujolàs; Esther Pérez