With expertise in redundancy procedures, temporary layoffs, and dismissal claims, Uría Menéndez is often engaged in union negotiations. In Madrid, Mario Barros heads the group and is noted for his aptitude in employment contracts, transactions, and disputes, while in Barcelona, Juan Reyes specialises in collective negotiations, restructuring, and litigation. Raúl Boo leads the department in Valencia and is adept in M&A transactions, out-of-court settlements, and collective redundancies. Sergio Ponce is another key team member.
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‘Mario Barros is highlighted for his knowledge, his professional credibility, and experience in mediating with unions.’
‘Uría Menéndez stands out for having a solid base of technical knowledge. They also propose strategies that resolve conflicts without necessarily having to go to court.’
‘Uría Menéndez stands out for the high qualification of its professionals, their intense dedication to the client, and their holistic vision of the law and the issues raised. Their work is always oriented towards excellence. Ana Alós stands out in particular.’
‘Raúl Boo has excellent negotiation skills and is an outstanding lawyer.’
‘The team offers excellent technical service and a closeness that makes clients feel very comfortable working with them. Their knowledge and experience allow clients to have complete confidence in their judgment.’
‘They provide very precise, pragmatic, helpful, and legally grounded pieces of advice. They are always responsive and business oriented. This type of precise, punctual, and practical support cannot be found in other firms in the market.’
‘Alba Pérez and Raúl Boo Vicente have wide ranging expertise, provide practical tips, and offer very detailed and mindful risk-based assessments. Alba's advice is well-grounded, clear, helpful, practical, and business oriented. If I have a complex matter to solve, I will always involve Alba and Raul as I know I will be in safe hands with them. ’
‘Juan Reyes is a great professional and a very communicative person. Juan keeps the balance between law, practice, and legal risks and knows the practice well and shares his opinions on it. Juan communicates his advice and opinions clearly and without unnecessary details. ’
Key clients
- Real Sporting de Gijón
- Acciona Group
- Confederación Nacional de la Construcción
- Partners Group
- Asterion Industrial Partners
- Comercia Global Payments
- First Brands Group
- Abu Dhabi Investment Authority
- NEC Corporation
- Providence Partners
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Practice head
Mario Barros; Juan Reyes; Raúl Boo
Other key lawyers
Sergio Ponce; Daniel Cerrutti; Ana Alós Ramos; Alba Pérez