Raquel Mendieta
Ashurst LLPThe ‘legally brilliant’ team at Ashurst LLP is reputed for the depth of its expertise in disputes involving financial institutions, construction and insurance companies. The practice also excels in handling disputes arising from distressed asset transactions and real estate matters; this strength extends to representing both international and domestic clients, leveraging the team’s ability to provide cross-border advice across a myriad of jurisdictions. Leading the team is José Antonio Rodríguez, who specialises in all types of litigation, arbitration, and insolvency matters. María José Menéndez is recommended for her wealth of experience in arbitration, while counsel Raquel Mendieta handles civil, corporate and criminal claims. Another key figure is José Ramón Casado, an esteemed arbitrator who is retained by clients from various sectors, including energy, real estate, construction, and TMT. The team’s capabilities were further strengthened by the arrival of Alfonso González-Espejo in May 2023 from KPMG Abogados, Spain.
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Testimonials
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‘A team made up of brilliant people who have the opportunity to discuss legal strategy among themselves. Legally brilliant and very easy to deal with on a personal level.’
‘In my opinion, the plus they provide is that they have the opportunity to have several partners and seniors on the team, which enriches the debate and helps us arrive at the most appropriate legal strategy. José Ramón is, without a doubt, a brilliant lawyer with whom I will want to continue working for a long time.’
‘The ability to analyse and propose solutions to problems that arise during the case is excellent. The team led by José Antonio always proposes alternatives and analyses the pros and cons of each proposal. The team has demonstrated a great ability to work in English and Spanish on the case.’
‘The Ashurst team provides trust and security due to the knowledge and experience they have in advising on judicial procedures.’
‘Accessible professionals with great ability to communicate complex legal issues in a simple way.’
Key clients
- Gateway Infrastructure Investments, L.P
- Corsair Capital
- Arecibo Servicios y Gestiones, S.L.
- Itinere Infraestructuras, S.A.
- Union of European Football Associations
- Cobra Instalaciones y Servicios Internacional, S.L.
- Cobra Instalaciones y Servicios, S.A.
- Deutsche Bank AG
- Vodafone
- Gestora Hotelera del Siglo XXI, S.L (NH Hotel Group)
Work highlights
- Advising Gateway, as defendant, on the judicial proceedings initiated by Globalvía before the Commercial Court number 2 of Bilbao.
- Acted for UEFA in the injunction and main civil ordinary proceedings brought by European Superleague Company, S.L. (later joined by A22) before Spanish Courts and handled by the Commercial Court No. 17 of Madrid.
Lawyers
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
María José Menéndez
Ashurst LLPJosé Antonio Rodríguez
Ashurst LLPPractice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
José Antonio Rodríguez