Uría Menéndez offers a robust private equity practice capable of advising on the full spectrum of mandates, from high-value transactions to fund formation, across the retail, manufacturing, and telecoms sectors. The practice acts for a diverse roster of high-profile private equity houses on both domestic and cross-border matters. It is jointly led by Manuel Echenique, a key contact for both listed corporations and private equity firms, and Francisco San Miguel, who is active in transactions in the retail and automotive industries. Christian Hoedl has accumulated significant experience advising on public-to-private transactions, while Guillermo del Río has recently advised on high-profile deals in the energy, telecoms, and technology sectors.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Uría has many excellent qualities, which put it among the top law firms in Spain. Furthermore, from the team I've worked with, I would highlight their ability to take a business-oriented approach and resolve difficult situations to successfully close deals.’
- ‘I believe the team formed by Manuel Echenique and Guillermo del Río is characterised by its ability to resolve difficult situations under pressure. Furthermore, they do so with a very positive attitude, which helps maintain a good working environment. They are also able to convey this positive feeling to their counterparts, ensuring the deal goes through.’
- ‘Extensive knowledge of the sector and legal technique. Reputation of the lawyers and professionalism.’
- ‘An extraordinary team made up of highly skilled, highly motivated, and good people who, in my experience, have done a great job.’
- ‘The main differences between Uría and its competitors are: its availability, resources, work capacity, and technical mastery of the complexities of a transaction.’
Key clients
- KKR
- Trilantic Capital Partners
- Bridgepoint
- CVC
- Aermont Capital
- Brookfield
- Providence Equity Partners
- Asterion Industrial Infra Fund II, FCR
- King Street
- Charterhouse Capital Partners
- Magnum Capital Industrial Partners
- GPF Capital
Work highlights
Advised CVC and PAI Partners on the sale of their 67.91% stake in Tendam (€1.5bn).
Advised Aermont Capital on the acquisition of 100% of Nabiax’s share capital from Asterion Industrial Partners and Telefónica (€1bn).
Advised Brookfield Global Renewable Energy Advisor Limited on the landmark €1.4bn sale of Terp Spanish Holdco – the sole owner of Saeta Yield – to Masda.
Lawyers
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Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Guillermo del Río
Practice head
Manuel Echenique; Francisco San Miguel
Other key lawyers
Christian Hoedl; Guillermo del Río; Antonio Sánchez Cerbán; Alex Bircham