Garrigues

Standing out for its geographical footprint in Spain, Garrigues maintains a leading position in the market, acting for the most prestigious domestic banks, international financial institutions, funds and sponsors in a broad range of matters, including high-value acquisition finance, direct lending, asset and real estate finance, among others. Hybrid securitisation, finance deals involving various jurisdictions, and ESG-linked transactions are key areas of growth for the practice, which is also noted for its expertise in regulatory matters, including fintech and crypto assets. The practice is under the joint leadership of Rafael González-Gallarza and Luis de la Peña, the latter of whom stands out for his in-depth knowledge of banking and financial services regulations. On the transactional side, Gaspar Atienza specialises in corporate finance and is a reference for cross-border mandates. José Miguel Pinillos is especially proficient in financing and refinancing deals with a link to Latin America and related to the real estate and infrastructure sectors. Acquisition finance is an area of expertise for Gonzalo Rivera, a key contact for major Spanish private equity funds, while Xabier Urtiaga often acts for lenders and borrowers in corporate finance and real estate-related transactions.