ONTIER > Madrid, Spain > Firm Profile

‘Ontier is very flexible and dynamic. It has extensive experience in civil litigation, with a very solid team and extensive technical capabilities.’

‘Jose Luis Cabello Contreras is an excellent lawyer, very flexible and dynamic, following the line of the firm. He studies and analyses the cases in great detail and professionally, with an excellent ability to understand and assimilate technical issues. He is very committed to the cases entrusted to him, a perfectionist, and meticulous.’

‘Cristina Camarero’s great team management and  great practical and legal knowledge of procedural matters stands out. Her empathy and practical vision make her an excellent professional.’

‘The dispute resolution team is highly specialised and has an excellent level of technical knowledge combined with unbeatable customer service. Without a doubt, the dispute resolution team is among the best in the Spanish market.’

‘Their technical capacity, ability to work in a team, and ability to serve clients by understanding their concerns differentiates the practice.’

‘Ontier’s litigation and arbitration team is first class. They stand out for the dedication and direct involvement of the partner in charge and senior lawyers. They show maximum availability to the client.’

‘Mercedes Romero is a top-level litigator with a great strategic vision, both in terms of the merits and procedural strategy. She has demonstrated that she knows and masters international arbitration to perfection. She is highly involved and has a thorough knowledge of the case. She is accessible, clear, and direct in her analysis of the case and in her assessment of the chances of success.’

‘Ontier’s litigation lawyers, specifically Miguel Fernandez Benavides and Rafael Santacruz, stand out and differentiate themselves from their competitors by a combination of technical skills, experience, client focus, and personal qualities that allow them to provide exceptional legal service.’

‘Strengths: teamwork, collaboration between areas, up to date on news of any kind. Proximity, professionalism, ad-hoc solutions to each of the proposed projects.’

‘Outstanding knowledge of the possibilities offered by legislation and customs in similar processes. Great ability to focus and even lead negotiations with the other parties involved.’

‘Bernardo Gutiérrez de la Roza – magnificent character, great commitment to the client, extraordinary ability to relate to the other parties involved and outstanding ability to reach agreements.’

‘Laura del Barrio Aranda – has extensive experience and a very deep knowledge of bankruptcy law. Flexible and fresh team.’

‘They stand out for their professionalism, experience, in-depth knowledge of each case resulting from the study from different points of view, brilliance in the approach, efficiency in the reaction to untimely requirements of the courts, accessibility, and availability.’

‘It is an experienced and cohesive team with a proactive approach to work and focused on helping and advising clients.’

‘Berta Aguinaga is absolutely fabulous and a completely trustworthy criminal lawyer. She is intelligent, hard-working, and proactive with knowledge of the client and their needs. Enrique Muñoz is a great second in command of the team.’

‘Ontier’s criminal team has a huge capacity for adaptation and they efficiently size their teams to offer competitive agreements to their clients. The team is super dedicated and knowledgeable about criminal practice.’

‘Both Berta Aguinaga and her collaborator Mercedes Benito maintain an incomparable attitude of cooperation with the client and interest in the resolution of the matters that are presented to them, far exceeding the attitude found in the market. Their knowledge of criminal law in particularly complicated matters is impressive.’

‘What distinguishes Ontier’s criminal practice is, without a doubt, the human quality and level of empathy demonstrated at every stage of the process. In high-stress situations, such as those typically involving criminal cases, having a team that not only offers excellent legal advice but also gets involved on a personal level, is invaluable. Both Berta and Enrique have made us feel not just like clients, but like part of a family, providing close support and transmitting security through their deep knowledge in this field. This empathetic approach has made a difficult and stressful situation more bearable.’

‘Berna and Enrique stand out not only for their deep knowledge of the criminal field but also for the calmness and security they convey thanks to their mastery of the subject. They are excellent strategists, capable of structuring ideas clearly and developing an effective strategy, all of which have allowed us to face the process with greater confidence. Their ability to actively listen and empathise with client’s concerns is fundamental in creating an environment of trust and comfort. This combination of professionalism, empathy, and strategic vision is what differentiates them and makes them stand out from other firms.’

‘Unbeatable team in all aspects, especially in follow-up and personal treatment.’

‘The partners are very accessible and have the unique ability to communicate complex issues in a simple way, which makes it easy to understand and resolve contingencies together.’

‘The partners are accessible and respond on time, particularly Luis Sánchez Quiñones.’

‘They have complete involvement with the client’s problem, understanding all facets and ramifications.’

‘Eduardo González Biedma does not lose sight of the history of the problem and therefore does not have to spend excessive time studying the cases but rather providing solutions. The quality of his recommendations and the arguments that support them are outstanding, with great confidence and authority.’

‘Flexibility and adaptation to the client.’

‘Expert team in any technology and with knowledge of permitting.’

‘Ontier provides us with dynamism and fluidity in the day-to-day requirements of the energy sector.’ 

‘This is a very comprehensive practice, since all types of legal services are provided (transactional, regulatory, litigation or tax) focused on the energy sector. Through the creation of multidisciplinary work groups and the constant updating of all participants of any new developments affecting the sector, Ontier has created a specialised team.’

‘Ontier, led by Lucía González, has managed to provide its lawyers with an excellent panoramic view of all the areas of the sector, which helps them to better understand the problems of their clients and apply them to the corresponding areas.’

‘The knowledge of the projects beyond the merely legal, from the technical to the financial part, is striking. Paula Rubio and Mariana Lloveras stand out in this regard.’

‘Pablo Enrile offers availability, flexibility, and wide and extensive experience.’

‘The energy regulatory team led by Javier Alagón is unique in its approach to matters. His team has a vast knowledge of the energy sector and always proposes innovative solutions that meet not only our legal needs but also our commercial needs. This team is characterised by its business vision, negotiation capacity, as well as its extensive knowledge in the development of renewable projects.’

‘The team is excellent and stands out for its technical knowledge and practical approach to matters. I couldn’t be happier with them for the results they achieve. They know the matters in detail, are very fast and agile.’

‘Javier Alagón is an impressive lawyer because of the solidity of his knowledge.’

‘Javier Alagón is an excellent professional, with positive energy and a fantastic ability to work as a team with clients. His involvement in the matter and his empathy and rigour make him a key player for our company. Javier Alagón’s contributions provide great value in decision-making and complement the work of our internal lawyers, which helps us find solutions to complex problems. In any case, I would highlight the added value that Javier Alagón brings due to his knowledge and the effort he makes to adapt his advice to the client’s needs. We will follow him wherever he goes.’

‘The team has a lot of experience in the field and knows how to adapt to the client’s needs.’

‘Working with Ontier is a real wonder, as they provide personalised attention at any time of day, and they manage the timing of the processes so that nothing goes wrong. They have a very extensive and meticulous knowledge of the procedures on which the lawsuits are developed, which means that they understand perfectly how to defend you. They are superior to the firms I have worked with previously.’

‘I love working with the Ontier team because they are lawyers who are easy to work with and understand. They explain each document and procedure of the lawsuit in non-legal language so that you understand the process, which I appreciate as a professional from another sector. They are a very friendly, attentive, kind and willing team. I would highlight the work of Silvia San Felipe Menéndez and Jorge Álvarez González.’

‘Ontier is a multidisciplinary firm with a significant presence in many countries with powerful teams of professionals in various areas of law that a company requires.’

‘Jorge Álvarez and Silvia San Felipe are two magnificent professionals, involved in the issues, and with extensive experience in public matters.’

‘They are very close to the client, mastering the subject but trying to make the client understand the technical complexities in a simple way.’

‘The personal treatment and availability that I have found in the lawyers I have dealt with makes them stand out.’

‘A magnificent support team both at corporate and legal level.’

‘Francisco Cantos is a magnificent professional with extensive experience in the area of competition law.’ 

‘Great prestige in the area of competition law practice, in-depth knowledge of the regulations, constantly demonstrated in all the areas they work on. Commercial vision and mentality, seeking solutions to business problems by designing the best possible strategy.’ 

‘Francisco Cantos has a deep knowledge of competition regulation and a wealth of experience, having advised numerous multinational companies on competition compliance and the risks of certain practices. He has great communication skills and is quick to grasp problems and provide practical solutions.’ 

‘Very connected to the current reality of the sector with a broad knowledge of the technical aspects.’

‘Their agility in response and their commitment to the task differentiate the team. They are truly aligned with the client’s needs and are committed to achieving the best results and providing the best possible service.’

‘The firm stands out for its industry knowledge, access to specialised partners in all disciplines, and availability.’

‘Natalia Callejo Pla is always available and goes above and beyond analysing all possible results and anticipating possible problems.’

‘The Ontier real estate team is brilliant, hard-working, and extra-qualified. It stands out for its availability and, above all, for its pro-operation and pro-client attitude.’

‘Natalia Callejo is undoubtedly one of the best real estate lawyers in the sector. She stands out for her technical expertise, both in real estate matters and commercial matters, which makes the advice comprehensive and always easy to work with.’

‘Natalia’s knowledge of the subject matter and the market are remarkable, as is her approachability. She is very easy to deal with.’

‘Natalia knows client needs perfectly. She also has the ability to focus on the “big picture” of the deal, making negotiations easier.’