White & Case LLP‘s dispute resolution team — whose practitioners ’stand out not only for their technical excellence but also for their approachability, commitment, and ability to understand clients’ needs’ — has a robust offering which spans both litigation and arbitration at domestic and cross-border levels. The group has a strong track record in handling high-profile disputes arising from IP conflicts, regulatory issues, and transactions, as well as advising on non-contentious matters, including contractual risk mitigation and regulatory strategy. With wide-ranging capabilities, the practice is regularly turned to by leading companies from the financial services, IT, and energy sectors, among others. Jointly steering the department are litigation specialist Francisco Málaga and international arbitration expert Ignacio Madalena. The practice also benefits from the aptitude of Marcos Soberón, who handles civil, commercial and competition litigation as well as arbitration proceedings.
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Testimonials
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- ‘What makes the practice unique is its highly collaborative and results-oriented approach, combining deep legal expertise with a strategic understanding of the business.’
- ‘The team excels at anticipating legal challenges and delivering innovative solutions, making it a trusted partner for in-house counsel.’
- ‘The team's strengths include clear and consistent communication, great agility in handling complex matters, and solid specialisation in key areas of law.’
- ‘Their commitment to excellence and personalised attention frequently exceeds expectations, positioning them favourably against other firms.’
- ‘One of this firm's greatest assets is its lawyers, who stand out not only for their technical excellence but also for their approachability, commitment, and ability to understand clients' needs from a holistic perspective.’
- ‘What truly sets them apart is their human and collaborative approach, which fosters trust and facilitates effective and personalised legal solutions.’
Key clients
- Globalvia GVIT
- Punto Fa
- BNP Paribas
- Republic of Albania
- Mitsui & Co. Ltd
- Abertis Infraestructuras, S.A.
- Banco Sabadell
- Atinkou, S.A.
- Fresenius SE & Co. KGaA
- Indra, S.A.
Lawyers
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Practice head
Francisco Málaga; Ignacio Madalena
Other key lawyers
Marcos Soberón