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Ramón y Cajal Abogados Offices

Ramón y Cajal Abogados
CALLE ALMAGRO 16-18
28010 MADRID
Spain
Visit website 34 91 576 19 00 34 91 575 86 78

Jose Ignacio Vega

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Work Department

Government and regulated sectors

Position

Partner.

Career

José Ignacio has been a partner in the Department of Government and Regulated Sectors since September of 2006, when he joined the firm. Government Lawyer since 1992 (currently on leave), as such he was named Chief Legal Counsel in the Gubernatorial Delegation of La Rioja (1992-1996), and Chief Legal Counsel to the Ministry of the Presidency (1996-2000), as well as the then Ministry of Science and Technology (2000-2002). He served as Technical Secretary General for the Ministry of the Environment (2002-2004) and, previously he held the role of Technical Secretary General to the Ministry of Health and Consumption (Ministerio de Sanidad y Consumo) (2004-2006). José Ignacio has distinguished experience as an advisor for matters relating to government and public sector law, for administrations and public bodies, companies in the public sector and private companies relating to public and other entities. His practice has focused principally on public contracts, concessions, administration of public funds and in the sectors of energy (specifically renewable energies), environmental, geriatric, pharmaceutical and other sectors subject to administrative regulation or intervention.

Languages

English.

Memberships

  • Association of Government Lawyers (Asociación de Abogados del Estado).
  • Royal Academia of Case Law and Legislation (Real Academia de Jurisprudencia y Legislación).
  • Madrid Bar Association (Ilustre Colegio de Abogados de Madrid).

Education

  • Degree in Law from the Universidad Complutense of Madrid, 1987.
  • Government Lawyer (Abogado del Estado), 1992.

Personal

Teaching:

  • He is Professor in Administrative Law on Degree studies (E-1, E-3 and E-5) and on the Master’s Degree in Admission to the Bar at the Universidad Pontificia Comillas (ICADE).
  • He has been an Associate Professor in Administrative Law at the La Rioja, Complutense and Rey Juan Carlos Universities.
  • He regularly participates as a speaker in seminars and scientific and legal conferences regarding his area of expertise.

Lawyer Rankings

Spain > Industry focus: Food

Noted for its ‘unique experience’ in food chain law, Ramón y Cajal Abogados enjoys a strong reputation within the agri-food sector. Jointly led by Jose Ignacio Vega and Javier Salinas, the practice is well versed in regulatory matters at the Spanish and EU levels, and is a trusted adviser to prominent domestic food and beverage clients. Salinas leads oversees competition matters, receiving key support from Claudia Castillo.

Spain > Industry focus: Healthcare and life sciences

A popular choice for industry associations, Ramón y Cajal Abogados houses a practice known for its expertise in contentious public procurement work, in addition to advertising and pricing mandates. Jose Ignacio Vega co-leads the team alongside Norman Heckh. Vega is a key name for public law issues, often in relation to public procurement, while Heckh is recommended for his broad experience in data protection and IT agreements.

Spain > Public law

PPPs, regulatory issues, and contentious-administrative proceedings are key areas of focus for the public law team at Ramón y Cajal Abogados, which is regularly instructed by clients operating in a wide range of sectors, including energy, social services, and agri-food, to name a few. Practice head Carlos Melón advises both private and public entities on administrative and governmental proceedings, public procurement, and PPPs, demonstrating particular strength in the gambling, pharmaceuticals, and insurance sectors. Pablo Silván is a name to note for administrative law mandates concerning the energy, natural resources, infrastructure, transport and telecoms segments. Jose Ignacio Vega is another key contact for advice on public procurement and concessions.

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