Commercial, corporate and M&A

Baker McKenzie

Noted for its ‘skill in the negotiation of all contracts’, the corporate and M&A practice at Baker McKenzie is particularly well versed in transactions involving the healthcare, pharmaceuticals, education and energy sectors. Spanish and international clients regularly turn to Javier Menor for assistance in M&A, strategic alliances and PE matters; he oversees the department from Barcelona with Madrid-based Luis Casals, who is highly regarded for ‘his extensive knowledge of corporate and M&A’ mandates, including cross-border deals. Also in Madrid, Maite Diez stands out for her strong track record in matters involving the telecoms and IT industries, while Jorge Adell is a contact in Barcelona for business transactions, including real estate-related deals. Fernando Torrente, a seasoned M&A, capital markets and corporate governance specialist, joined from A&O Shearman in July 2023.

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Testimonials

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‘From the beginning, Baker McKenzie has given us complete support, understanding very well the needs of the client but also the needs and situation of the market in general.'
'We found the team of lawyers assigned to our project very professional and dedicated. We were calm the entire time due to their total availability and skill in the negotiation of all contracts. ’
‘We highlight the firm's extensive knowledge in different legal matters and the lawyers' negotiation skills with a commercial profile that is not found in all international firms.'
‘The team goes above and beyond and we receive excellent service.’
‘Special mention to Luis Casals for his extensive knowledge of corporate and M&A and his excellent resource management. High involvement with client needs. ’
‘The team was very qualified and very fast replying. Very good collaboration. ’
‘Maite Diaz is very approachable, always available and competent.’

Key clients

Acciona Energía
Adpone
Advent International Corporation
Bluegem Capital Markets
Clarios Germany GmbH & Co. KGaA
Dilmon
D-Marín
E-Doctores Soluciones
Enagás and Fluxys
Fluidra
Grupo Navarro
Healthcare Activos Yield
Iberdrola
Iberostar
Inspired Education Group
Insud Pharma
Mercedes-Benz
Minoryx Therapeutics
Rastreator
Reig Capital
Repsol
Zpg Comparison Services Holdings UK and Rvu Group

Work highlights

Advised Iberdrola on its €1.2bn alliance with Norway's sovereign wealth fund, managed by Norges Bank Investment Management, to invest in new renewable energy projects in Spain with an aggregate capacity of 1,265 MW.
Advised Insud Pharma on the €1bn sale of a majority stake in its biosimilar products division MabXience to Fresenius Kabi.
Advised Iberostar on a long-term hotel joint venture agreement with the IHG hotel group for the integration of the 70+ all-inclusive hotels within the sale and marketing structure of IHG, without an actual sale of shares or assets.