Andersen houses an ‘extremely dynamic, proactive and professional’ team, which has recently experienced substantial growth across multiple of its offices in the country. Major to medium-sized corporates and private equity firms regularly seek its assistance in buy and sell-side M&A mandates as well as corporate reorganisations in a multitude of sectors, including energy, healthcare, real estate and agribusiness. Based in Valencia, Ignacio Aparicio oversees business transactions in Iberia and also leads the Cuban desk. Javier Bustillo Guzmán is a key name for venture capital funds, investors and entrepeneurs, while the ‘technically brilliant’ Jaime Aguilar Mulet focuses on matters involving listed companies.

Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘Committed team and always attentive; proximity to clients; experienced lawyers.’

  • ‘They are constructive and focused on finding the best solution for the client.'

  • ‘Dedication and alignment with the client's interests. Constant concern and extreme diligence in managing matters.'

  • ‘In my opinion, it is the best law firm I have ever worked with. The great involvement of the partners, the commitment of the entire team to the client, the ability to find the best solutions and the deep knowledge of the sector, make Andersen my first choice in each deal. The ability to act internationally with an integrated team, at least in the energy area, is fundamental for every project in which we have been involved.’

  • ‘My reference is Ignacio Aparicio and my confidence in his judgment is total due to his ability to act quickly in highly complex situations, the search for effective solutions and his ability to anticipate problems. He knows how to lead a negotiation and achieve the best results even in situations where the transaction is blocked.'

  • 'Jaime Aguilar Mulet is a technically brilliant lawyer, with great commercial capacity, adaptation to situations and high availability.’

  • ‘The M&A practice is extremely dynamic, proactive and professional. International support for cross-border projects is essential and provides a lot of added value.'

  • ‘In my experience, partner Ignacio Aparicio, Andersen's European and global M&A coordinator, is a fundamental asset in the deals we have carried out with the firm, since he has an accredited practice in managing the different teams in the different jurisdictions and a vision of the strategic transaction that undoubtedly gives added value.’

Key clients

  • Aena Desarrollo Internacional SME, S.A.
  • Mondo Tv Studios S.A.
  • Imperial Brands
  • 37 America’s Cup
  • Squirrel Media
  • MFI, Medical Fomento Industrial
  • Kone Elevadores
  • Institut Marqués de Obstetricia y Ginecología
  • T3N Sport & Investment (T3N)

Work highlights

  • Providing corporate, commercial and sponsorship advice on the 37th edition of the America's Cup to be held in Barcelona in 2024.
  • Advised T3N on the development of sports and educational complexes in Spain and abroad.
  • Advised Reig Capital Group on the sale of the Mandarin Oriental hotel in Barcelona to The Olayan Group.

Lawyers

Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Ignacio Aparicio

Other key lawyers

Javier Bustillo Guzmán, Jaime Aguilar Mulet, José Trujillo