With a robust offering spanning litigation, restructurings, reorganisations, and investigations, as well as executive appointments and terminations, employee benefits, and collective negotiations, Simmons & Simmons is a key port of call for businesses from an array of sectors, including life sciences, financial services, and TMT, to name a few. The group, noted for its ‘technical excellence, responsiveness, and impeccable communication’, is under the capable leadership of Eduardo Peñacoba, an expert in restructurings and court proceedings. He works alongside Carmen Torres, who stands out for her experience handling the employment aspects of corporate transactions, litigation, and regulatory compliance.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Simmons & Simmons's work is characterised by an exceptionally collaborative and detail-oriented approach, guaranteeing high-quality results at every stage of the process.’
- ‘Their teamwork is outstanding, resulting in meticulous and thorough litigation preparation, ensuring that each case is perfectly prepared and no loose ends are left.’
- ‘What sets Simmons & Simmons' lawyers apart is their exceptional approachability and ability to integrate themselves into the firm's problems and projects as if they were part of the internal team.’
- ‘They stand out for their genuine interest in understanding every detail of the business context: from labour disputes and organisational climate to key aspects such as sales and the company's overall strategy.’
Key clients
- Teka Industrial SA
- FMC
- Take Two Interactive
- Enzen
- Amadeus IT Group, S.A.
- Swiss Re Europe Sucursal en España
- FTI Consulting Spain, S.L.U.
- Autoneum Spain, S.A.
- Business Integration Partners Iberia, S.L.
- AXA
- Samsung Bioepis
- Menarini Diagnósticos S. A.
Work highlights
Advised Enzen on its collective dismissal process in Spain, within the context of the insolvency proceedings in Spain and as part of the restructuring exercise in the UK.
Advised Take Two on multiple restructurings of its workforce in Spain, as well as managing the day-to-day labour relations.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Eduardo Peñacoba
Other key lawyers
Carmen Torres