A wide range of international and domestic companies operating in regulated sectors regularly turn to Baker McKenzie for guidance on regulatory issues, administrative contracting and litigation, as well as procurement frameworks and foreign investment controls. Antonio Morales is recognised for his experience in administrative, infrastructure and energy-related matters. Morales oversees the practice with Elisabet Cots, who advises on public procurement, administrative compliance and regulatory issues. Irene Esteve assists clients with regulatory and trade compliance, including environmental issues, licensing regimes and sanctioning proceedings.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Baker's distinguishing feature is the complete availability and direct attention provided by the relevant partners. Additionally, Baker is one of the few international firms that operates as a unified practice, not as franchises of the same firm. There is complete coordination between the different international offices.’
- ‘Antonio Morales is a versatile and multi-skilled lawyer. His background as a state attorney provides him with a solid foundation in public law, but his exposure to and involvement in significant corporate and commercial matters truly set him apart, creating an exceptional profile. The same applies to his personal commitment to both high-profile and more routine matters, with his availability, responsiveness, and ability to coordinate international and multidisciplinary teams being particularly valued.’
- ‘Specialised advice, with a team knowledgeable in the various aspects affecting the cases and with top-tier external technical partners. Intensive case monitoring. Excellent understanding of the workings of the relevant public administration, which is invaluable for successfully completing cases.’
- ‘Elisabet Cots, in addition to her professionalism, stands out for her personal qualities. She handles matters with empathy, which allows her to understand the needs of each case from the outset and offer the best approach for the most effective solution or strategy.’
- ‘The team stands out for its track record of success in difficult cases and its international presence, which allows for advice tailored to different jurisdictions. Their client-oriented approach and understanding of our needs have resulted in customised and strategic legal solutions. I consider Baker my go-to firm for complex litigation in Spain and abroad, as well as for matters related to public law.'
- ‘The team I work with, especially Antonio Morales, demonstrates a deep understanding of our business and effectively defends our interests. Their familiarity with our needs allows them to provide us with the most appropriate solutions at all times.'
Key clients
- Acciona Energía
- Altran Innovacción S.L.
- Caja de Seguros Reunidos, Compañía de Seguros y Reaseguros, S.A. (CASER)
- CESPA
- Deoleo S.A.
- Distrito Castellana Norte S.A.
- Dominio de Pingus S.L.
- Entidad de conservación de La Moraleja
- Healthcare Activos S.A.
- Holaluz Clidom Energy S.L.
- Iberdrola
- IDEALISTA
Work highlights
Advised Iberdrola on the sale of its Mexican subsidiary to the U.S. fund Cox Energy for €4.2bn.
Advised Acciona Energía on the sale of 440 MW of wind energy capacity to Opdenergy.
Advised Yankuang Energy Group Company Limited, a state-owned entity with shares listed on the Shanghai Stock Exchange and the Hong Stock Exchange, in connection with the acquisition of Highfield Resources Limited, a company listed on the Australian Securities Exchange (“ASX”).
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Practice head
Antonio Morales
Other key lawyers
Elisabet Cots; Manuel Somacarrera; Irene Esteve