Maria José Menéndez
Ashurst LLPThe ‘proactive’ corporate and M&A team at Ashurst LLP offers legal support to domestic and international companies, investors, financial institutions and PE funds in M&A, joint ventures, corporate restructurings and general corporate law issues. Steered by María José Menéndez, the team is particularly rated for its transactional capabilities in the energy, insurance and financial services sectors. Global co-head of the corporate group and managing partner of the Madrid office Jorge Vázquez is well versed in cross-border M&A, restructurings and distressed deals. Industrial and real estate clients regularly retain Pedro Ester in M&A and PE transactions, while Andrés Alfonso is the name to note for energy-related mandates.
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Testimonials
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‘Very client-oriented; good understanding of the sector.’
‘Business-oriented, practical, fast, exquisite in their advice. One of the best teams I have worked with.’
‘A really proactive team who thinks ahead in the transaction and is thus prepared and ready to act. Very friendly team who take you through every step of the transaction providing clear explanations and outlining potential concerns and risks.'
‘Pedro Ester as lead partner was always available, quick to provide updates and explanations and led the negotiations - quickly building trust and respect with all stakeholders.'
Key clients
- Cerberus Capital Management
- N-Sun Energy S.L. (Alantra Solar, Amundi, Reichmuth)
- Mediterráneo Vida, S.A.U. de Seguros y Reaseguros
- Babcock International Group plc
- Alantra Private Equity
- DWS Alternatives GmbH
- Cepsa
- Sonnedix
- Alpayana
- BCN Monetize
- BMS Group
Work highlights
- Advised Cerberus on the sale by Haya Holdco 2 Plc of 100% of the share capital of Haya Real Estate S.A.U. to Intrum.
- Advised N-Sun Energy on the gradual acquisition of a portfolio of solar PV projects located in Spain and Italy from Solarig with a total capacity of up to 1.9 GW.
- Assisted Mediterráneo Vida in the acquisition of the Spanish subsidiary of CNP Assurances.
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María José Menéndez