Boasting a broad private equity practice capable of handling a wide range of high-value transactions in both domestic and international contexts, Linklaters is well placed to advise on mandates across the energy, healthcare, and education sectors. The team’s broad capabilities see it regularly instructed by an array of high-profile private equity houses. The group is led by Víctor Manchado, who advises a wide range of clients on the establishment, acquisition, and restructuring of private equity funds. Lara Hemzaoui’s practice focuses on advising infrastructure funds, while Carmen Burgos brings together expertise in PE deals, M&A and joint ventures. Esteban Arza possesses extensive experience advising international private equity houses on landmark transactions, while Elena Rodríguez is active in local and cross-border PE deals in the telecoms and energy sectors.
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- ‘They were very skilled at structuring commercial points agreed with the parties within a legal framework in a clear and efficient manner.’
- ‘They bring creative business solutions to long negotiations.’
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Víctor Manchado
Carmen Burgos
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Esteban Arza
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Elena Rodríguez
Practice head
Víctor Manchado
Other key lawyers
Lara Hemzaoui; Carmen Burgos; Esteban Arza; Sebastián Albella; José María López; Elena Rodríguez