Recognised for its ‘very deep knowledge of the venture capital sector in Spain’, Pérez-Llorca boasts ‘decades of experience in a multitude of transactions’ acting on behalf of VC funds, founders, and start-ups. The team is well equipped to handle all aspects of VC mandates, including fund formation, the entire spectrum of investment rounds, and exits. Practice head Pedro Fernández - who ‘is able to understand the needs of foreign firms involved in local deals and translate them into Spanish law in such a way that the interests of investors are clearly and precisely reflected’- is frequently sought after by VC funds and start-ups for guidance on re-domestication processes and investment rounds. María Rodríguez provides essential support in VC and corporate matters.
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Testimonials
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‘A very deep knowledge of the venture capital sector in Spain, with decades of experience in a multitude of transactions.'
‘The professionalism of the team. Their closeness to the client. Their responsiveness to any problem. Their knowledge of the work to be done. Their total dedication. In particular, I would highlight the work of partner Pedro Fernández.'
‘A team with extensive experience in M&A and investment rounds for technology companies. Their extensive knowledge of the investment fund world makes things much faster.'
‘Very involved and much more agile than I had been until now.'
‘Attention to detail and willingness to find solutions that fit the particular situation.'
‘Pedro Fernández is able to understand the needs of foreign firms involved in local deals and translate them into Spanish law in such a way that the interests of investors are clearly and precisely reflected, but within the limits that guarantee their effectiveness.'
‘Pedro Fernández and María Rodríguez have advised us on a very complex deal this year and with excellent results.'
Key clients
- All Iron
- Adara Venture
- The Venture City
- Swaanlab
- Fintonic
- Forge Point
- Square One
- Mundimoto Mutua
- Rêv
- Shakers
Work highlights
Advised Swanlaab on the funding round and the execution of the investment, as well as on the negotiation and execution of an investment agreement and the new shareholders’ agreement that regulates Swanlaab’s investment in Nymiz’s share capital for €2.8m.
Advised All Iron/Acurio Ventures Fund I on a significant number of investment rounds and transactions, totaling more than €80m.
Advised Ibercaja, a banking entity which is undertaking a digital transformation process, on the acquisition from Orange Bank of banking software as well as the work force associated with the software.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Practice head
Pedro Fernández
Other key lawyers
Noemi Marqués de Magallanes; María Rodríguez; Beatriz Castilla