The capabilities of labour and employment practice at Hogan Lovells Spain have been bolstered by the arrival of Jesús Sánchez, who joined from DLA Piper in March 2025. He brings with him considerable experience advising on domestic and international audits, incentive plans, and collective dismissals. Sánchez joins an adept team spearheaded by Luis Enrique de la Villa, who is noted for his expertise in restructuring processes, labour inspections, and litigation. The department is instructed by telecoms, food and beverage, and insurance companies, among others.
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Accolades
Client satisfaction: Sector knowledge
Client satisfaction: NPS ®
Testimonials
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- ‘A truly global coverage for various labour law matters.’
- ‘Luis Enrique de la Villa handled a quite complex senior leader separation, professionally balancing company needs and interests with feasibility and legal risk.’
Key clients
- Transcom Worldwide Spain
- Adi – Resideo
- Schweppes
- Angeltech
- Fortrea
- QDQ Media
- Telefónica Global Solutions
- Vodafone
- Hollister Ibérica
- Labcorp – Laboratory Corporation of America
- Uber
- Randstad
Work highlights
Advised Fortrea in relation to an employment restructuring process.
Advising Globalia on ongoing employment matters, including day-to-day advisory as well as contentious labour issues.
Practice head
Luis Enrique de la Villa
Other key lawyers
Jesús Sánchez; Inés Alcañiz