Led by Alberto Mata Rodríguez, the team at CMS Albiñana y Suárez de Lezo offers a comprehensive financial services regulatory practice that is sought after by banks, investment funds, and payment institutions. With expertise in banking, investment and payment services, asset management and securities, the team is particularly noted for its fintech capabilities, an area in which Ricardo Plasencia stands out. Raquel García advises credit institutions and investment firms on regulatory proceedings before supervisory authorities.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Extensive collaboration with similar departments within the firm in other countries, combining in the pursuit of service excellence.’
- ‘The CMS team has extensive experience in financial services regulation. The team and its leader, Ricardo Plasencia, stay abreast of the latest developments in both regulation and new business models, and are active participants in various forums and associations.’
- ‘Ricardo Plasencia has a great command of his field and is familiar with different business models in the sector. I also value his curiosity and his constant learning.’
- ‘The regulatory team has extensive knowledge of the subject matter, a very practical approach that is appreciated in the sector, and excellent customer service.’
- ‘Great knowledge, quick response and practical approach, and a very good understanding of the sector, its practical problems, its new developments and issues.’
Key clients
- Outpayce, S.A.U.
- Banco Sabadell
- Bank Julius Baer
- Unicredit S.p.A.
- Swisscanto Asset Management International, S.A.
- Bank of Ireland
- PayPal
- Openbank
- Banco Santander
- Saranac Partners Europe
Work highlights
Advised the bank Julius Baer on creating a technological hub in Spain for all Europe.
Assisted American Express with different matters in relation to insurance regulatory and payments matters, including matters related to innovation and fintech entities.
Advised Outpayce on the regulatory requirements to be complied in the various 27 EU jurisdictions where it intends to provide services on a cross-border basis, UK and Switzerland.
Lawyers
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Practice head
Alberto Mata Rodríguez
Other key lawyers
Ricardo Plasencia; Raquel García; Julia Moreno