Praised for ‘combining a deep knowledge of the regulatory framework with a practical vision of the client’s needs’, Uría Menéndez advises on a myriad of TMT matters, including regulatory, litigation, transactional, and commercial matters. The team support a diverse client base of financial institutions, multinational corporations, and AI startups. The practice is co-led by Pablo González-Espejo, who is regularly involved in both transactional and compliance work, and litigation specialist Carles Vendrell. Leticia Lopez-Lapuente regularly advises on the preparation and negotiation of tech contracts, data protection, and cybersecurity.
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Testimonials
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- ‘What I would highlight most is the business-oriented approach of the team I worked with. In our experience, other law firms tend to think of the legal framework "as a single entity" while UM focuses on its applicability within the corporate world.’
- ‘In our case, both Leticia López Lapuente and Martín Montilla were extremely diligent in their research, answering our questions and meeting with us. The knowledge they shared with us has proven to be 100% accurate over time, and we would certainly contact them again if we needed advice.’
- ‘The Uría team in Spain is distinguished by its ability to combine technical expertise with an extremely collaborative and approachable attitude. From the outset, they inspire confidence and security thanks to their preparation and the clarity with which they explain complex issues. They adapt quickly to the client's specific needs and coordinate efficiently with other practice areas within the firm, ensuring comprehensive and consistent advice on multidisciplinary matters.’
- ‘The lawyers at Uría clearly distinguish themselves from the competition through their attention to detail and genuine willingness to guide clients through the entire process. They take the time to understand the specific context of the company and the matter, which is reflected in the added value of their recommendations. Their ability to adapt to our needs and coordinate with other legal practices is one of their greatest strengths.'
- ‘Uría provides our company with a full team of professionals whenever we need external legal assistance. The Uría team consistently delivers outstanding work, making themselves available to us from the very beginning.’
- ‘The fundamental difference lies, firstly, in their in-depth knowledge of the issues, staying completely up-to-date not only on the regulations but also on what happens in practice with the authorities/courts. And secondly, in the impeccable presentation, argumentation, and drafting of their documents.’
Key clients
- Telefónica
- Microsoft
- Equinix
- T-Mobile
- Cogent Communications
- Unidad Editorial
- Mediaset
- Aermont Capital
- Bridgepoint
- HIG Capital
- Cellnex
- Meta Group
Work highlights
Advised Telefónica on its joint venture with Vodafone for the creation of a FibreCo covering more than 3.6 homes passed in Spain.
Advised Aermont Capital on its acquisition of Nabiax, a Spanish data centre operator.
Advised Meta daily on digital and tech-related matters such as AI and e-commerce.
Lawyers
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Practice head
Pablo González-Espejo; Carles Vendrell
Other key lawyers
Leticia López-Lapuente; Borja Sainz de Aja; Martín Montilla