Garrigues’s renowned environmental team, part of its broader public law department, distinguishes itself through a collaborative approach that integrates expertise from engineering, law, chemistry, biology, and economics specialists. The team offers comprehensive advice across all areas of environmental law, with particular recognition for its recent work on waste management, greenhouse gas emission allowance trading, restoration projects, and permitting processes. Since March 2024, key figure David Sanz Pérez, an expert in environmental and energy law, has co-led the firm’s administrative, urban planning, and environmental law team from the Barcelona office. Fellow co-head José Segarra García-Argüelles frequently advises on environmental legality reviews and assists with procedures for obtaining environmental intervention instruments, while Victoria Esteban specialises in waste, water, air emission, and contaminated land matters.
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‘In my opinion, the strong points are the knowledge of sector regulations and the experience in advising companies in similar situations.’
‘Victoria Esteban del Palacio has a thorough knowledge of the regulations and a practical view of the issues.’
‘Garrigues has been advising us for more than two years on environmental and urban planning issues related to the development of energy storage projects. Garrigues' public law team has a deep knowledge of the urban planning and environmental legislation applicable to each type of project in each autonomous community, as well as great availability and a personal commitment to the client. Garrigues is a top-level firm and I would like to highlight that the quality/price ratio is very good.’
‘José Segarra García-Argüelles is a great professional, with a wealth of knowledge. He is very precise when it comes to advising his clients on strategic issues. In addition, he is always available to lend a hand when the client needs it. In addition, he likes his job, and it shows!'
‘Garrigues' outstanding skills include its rapid response, the great solutions and ideas it provides, and the follow-up and attention it provides to matters.'
‘It is a team with very solid knowledge in the field and with extensive experience. They are also recognised and respected for their competence, which is very important for us.'
‘David Sanz Pérez is a professional who knows how to communicate very well and is able to turn really complex topics into simple ones. He brings confidence and maturity to strategic decision-making processes.'
Key clients
- Renovalia
- Tetra Pak, S.A.
- Iino Lines Group
- Pacific Basin Shipping Limited (PACIFIC BASIN)
- Holcim España, S.A.U.
- Aptimus Capital Partners, S.L.U.
- Green H2 Energy Spain, S.L.
- Alfanar Energía España
- Reciclados Ribera del Xuquer, S.L.
- Ric Sun España
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Practice head
Alfredo Fernández Rancaño; Victoria Esteban del Palacio; David Sanz Pérez; José Segarra García-Argüelles