Ecija's dispute resolution practice is well placed to advise on domestic and cross-border litigation arising from unfair competition, banking, and IP, as well as insurance, debt, and fundamental rights issues. The group’s breadth of expertise makes it a trusted adviser to a variety of household names from the telecoms, media, and food and beverage sectors, among others. Librado Loriente is a key member of the department and stands out for his experience in civil, commercial, and insolvency proceedings. Specialising in litigation and arbitration related to digital rights and media content is Javier López, while José María Abella is the go-to for inheritance litigation. Other notable names include Ruth Sánchez, Fernando Prida, and Juan José Hernández.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘‘The practice is characterised by its attention to detail, close client relationships, and constant availability.’
  • ‘Librado Loriente stands out for his commitment, his analytical skills, and his approachability.’
  • ‘Of all the law firms we've worked with over the years, ECIJA has undoubtedly been the best at adapting to our needs, offering value propositions that have exceeded our expectations. Technically, they've been bold and innovative, implementing procedural strategies tailored to each specific case. And in terms of management, working with them has been remarkably smooth.’
  • ‘In the case of Librado Loriente, his main strength—beyond his proven experience as a litigation lawyer—lies in his complete willingness to meet the firm's needs and tailor his services accordingly. He has successfully integrated himself into the dynamics of our legal department through his unwavering commitment and complete availability.’
  • ‘Ruth Sánchez ensures that everything is handled properly and in a timely manner.’
  • ‘I would highlight Fernando Prida for his impeccable technical expertise and the level of dedication and meticulousness he brings to every case.’
  • ‘The team's approachability and willingness to address and resolve any legal matter are noteworthy. Their ongoing support is undoubtedly a valuable asset and perfectly complements our company's in-house counsel.’

Key clients

  • ING Bank
  • Adidas
  • Prisa
  • Aena
  • Otis
  • Atlético de Madrid
  • Lactalis
  • Redsys
  • ILG
  • Veritas & Ikado
  • Xerox
  • Skretting
  • Top 30
  • Instituto de Crédito Oficial
  • MHEA

Work highlights

Representing ING in its banking fraud litigation portfolio.
Representing Adidas in a sanctioning proceeding initiated by the Catalan Consumer Agency for an alleged infringement in consumer affairs classified as minor.
Representing Prisa in proceedings brought by Global Alconaba, S.L. and a shareholder of Prisa seeking the annulment of the capital increase and refinancing agreements.

Lawyers

Next Generation Partners

Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Librado Loriente
Librado Loriente
Other key lawyers

Librado Loriente; Javier López; José María Abella; Ruth Sánchez; Fernando Prida; Juan José Hernández