With considerable experience advising on M&A, disposals, and corporate reorganisations, CMS Albiñana y Suárez de Lezo is regularly turned to by notable financial services, energy, and private equity clients to assist with domestic and cross-border transactions and contracts. At the helm of the practice is César Albiñana, an expert in energy M&A, corporate governance, and regulatory issues. Head of the German desk, Luis Miguel De Dios, is a point of contact for M&A and contractual matters, while Rafael Suárez de Lezo concentrates on corporate law mandates. Other key practitioners include public M&A authority Ignacio Zarzalejos, and Elena Alcázar, who advises German and Latin American businesses on M&A transactions.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Luis Miguel de Dios provided strong strategic oversight, helped us structure the deal, and flagged key issues early on. His experience with international investors was evident from the outset.’
- ‘Elena Alcázar is extremely focused, pragmatic and efficient. She ensured timelines were met, documents were coordinated, and all parties were aligned. Her professional competence and sharp judgement had a real impact.’
- ‘The team led by Pedro Ferreras stands out for its flexibility, agility, constructive communication with the counterparty, and creative defences.’
- ‘The important thing is that they understand the situation presented and how to propose a solution, and that they are flexible as events unfold during the course of the case.’
- ‘The team showed an extraordinary professionalism and were always responsive and committed in all the stages of the project. They also showed a flawless internal coordination and a superb ability to integrate different legal areas into a coherent strategy.’
- ‘What makes this practice unique is the combination of technical expertise with a highly business-oriented approach. The team stands out for its ability to offer practical, fast, and context-specific legal solutions, which greatly facilitates internal decision-making.’
Key clients
- Carlyle
- Iberdrola
- Globeducate’s Management team
- Providence
- CTS Eventim
- AMPER
- WSP
- Signpost
- Ardian
- Everfield Capital
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
César Albiñana
Other key lawyers
Luis Miguel de Dios; Rafael Suárez de Lezo; Ignacio Zarzalejos; Elena Alcázar; Pedro Ferreras; Ignacio Cerrato; Irene Miró