On the contentious front, A&O Shearman has been highly active in cases involving alleged collusive agreements, abuse of dominance, and infringement damages claims, while on the transactional side, the team continues to handle high-profile, complex merger control work and notifications related to the FSR. Antonio Martínez is a distinguished competition lawyer, recognised for his expertise in merger control proceedings and competition rule enforcement. Jaime Rodríguez has delivered pivotal defences for companies facing accusations of collusive behaviour or abuse of dominance. Enrique Ferrer is a key name for infringement proceedings and compliance programmes.
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‘Jaime Rodríguez is an excellent professional, with a deep knowledge of the subject and with great agility and adaptability to respond to the client's needs. He quickly manages the requests to be made to the Competition agencies and perfectly understands the market of the sector in which we operate.'
'A thorough knowledge of the matter and they're very good at providing alternatives adapted to the needs of our business. ’
‘Antonio Martínez is involved throughout the whole process and adds not only technical and practical knowledge but also common sense. ’
‘The team is very approachable and pragmatic. They fully understand the business and the relevance of the issues raised.'
‘The lawyers are fully available and add value to the business. I would highlight the work of Enrique Ferrer.'
‘They are a team with in-depth and always up-to-date knowledge of the regulations and practices of the EU and Spanish competition authorities.'
‘Both Antonio Martinez and Jaime Rodriguez, as well as the team in general, are very approachable. They listen to us and understand us well, and they are available when we need them.'
Key clients
- CEPSA
- Casli
- Ecoembes
- CEPSA
- Igneo Infrastructure Partners
- Macquarie
- EQT
- ICG
- Scania
- Corporación Masaveu
Work highlights
- Advised CEPSA in securing clearance for its acquisition of Ballenoil.
- Advised Ecoembes in its settlement agreement with the CNMC concerning alleged abuse of dominance.
- Advised Macquarie in notifying the EC of its acquisition of Digi.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Jaime Rodríguez
Practice head
Antonio Martínez
Other key lawyers
Jaime Rodríguez; Enrique Ferrer