With a strong presence in Madrid and the Basque Country, Confianz is well positioned to handle M&A, corporate reorganisations and commercial law matters on behalf of medium-sized companies and family businesses from the automotive, agribusiness, healthcare, IT, and food and beverage sectors. The team is led by Manuel Urrutia Subinas, a key contact for SMEs, large companies and multinationals.
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Testimonials
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- ‘The team has a global vision of transactions, understanding the economic logistics of structures from legal, fiscal, and economic perspectives. Manuel Urrutia, in particular, excels in this area.’
- ‘Unlike other firms where multiple partners are required for the same matter, here, one partner handles the case and directs the client to the necessary specialists. This streamlined approach, coupled with their dedication and operational vision, makes them unique—especially Manuel Urrutia.’
- ‘This firm distinguishes itself through a personalised and efficient approach to legal problem-solving. Its combination of deep legal expertise and exceptional client service is unparalleled. In-house lawyers will find the team highly capable of addressing complex cases with agility, providing strategic solutions, and demonstrating a level of competence and collaboration that outshines many competitors.’
- ‘What sets the firm's lawyers—and especially Álvaro—apart is their commitment to excellence and personalized attention. Álvaro stands out for his deep legal knowledge, ability to anticipate client needs and innovative solutions. Their collaborative approach and efficient problem-solving differentiate them from other firms, with agility, strategy, and empathy being their standout qualities.’
- ‘The Confianz team demonstrated remarkable personal and professional involvement throughout the M&A process.'
- ‘Manuel Urrutia brings exceptional expertise in M&A, with a professional approach that includes mastery of timing, negotiation strategies, and personal involvement throughout the process. Álvaro Mendiola is technically outstanding in SPA development and negotiation.’
- ‘Confianz offers a global vision when advising on investment or divestment opportunities. Manuel Urrutia's ability to coordinate teams ensures extraordinary fluidity, showcasing his unparalleled global operational insight — a strength acknowledged by the entire firm.’
- ‘Manuel Urrutia delivers exceptional coordination across sophisticated fiscal, labour, commercial, and financial operations. Confianz’s integrated financial and legal expertise gives them a strong competitive edge over larger firms. With further growth, Confianz is poised to become a top-tier firm.’
Key clients
- Residencia Madrid
- Jauregui Ingeniería y Servicios Industriales SA
- Grupo Iparfrío
- Bizak
- Prosol
- Swagelok Ibérica
Work highlights
- Advised Spanish engineering company Jaúregui on the sale of 100% of the company's share capital to Serveo, jointly owned by infrastructure giant Ferrovial and private equity firm Portobello.
- Assisted Grupo Iparfrío, which specialises in the installation and maintenance of commercial refrigeration, including design and engineering services, with the sale of the company to Syclef Group, which is owned by French investment fund Ardian.
- Advised leading toy distributor Bizak on the acquisition of a 20% stake in the capital of Hong Kong-based toy manufacturing company Tigerhead, whose parent company is based in Valencia, Spain.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Manuel Urrutia Subinas