The employment and pensions group at CMS Albiñana y Suárez de Lezo has experience handling collective restructuring, employment contracts, and litigation. César Navarro heads up the department and specialises in employment and social security issues arising from M&A transactions and restructuring processes. Eva Ceca and Cristina Ridruejo stand out for their aptitude in collective dismissals, collective negotiations, and litigation.

Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘What makes CMS' practice unique is its comprehensive and personalised approach, combining expertise in multiple areas of law with a genuine commitment to its clients.’

  • ‘The CMS team stands out for investing in advanced technologies to optimise case management, improve efficiency, and offer more innovative solutions. They also adapt to the specific needs of each case, providing clear and direct advice.’

  • ‘The team focuses on understanding the specific details of each situation, thus ensuring a strategic and effective approach that always prioritises the client's interests. In particular, César Navarro and Eva Ceca bring experience and strategic leadership.’

  • ‘They provide an excellent service and have great knowledge of the subject while adapting to the reality of clients.’

  • ‘César Navarro stands out for his excellent quality, professionalism, and kindness.’

  • ‘Eva Ceca has a great track record, great knowledge of labour matters, and knowledge of the technology sector. She is always available, and provides solutions to all issues raised.’

  • ‘Cristina Ridruejo is a great professional with deep knowledge of labour matters.’

  • ‘The CMS team are very dedicated to responding within very short time-frames, providing accurate answers, being creative whenever it is possible, and remaining ready to offer great support. The CMS team is the best on the market regarding labour and employment, not only with the day-to-day matters, but also regarding sensitive and confidential matters.’

Key clients

  • Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy
  • Google
  • Rockwell
  • NTT
  • TE Connectivity
  • Globant
  • Hero
  • ZF Group
  • N26
  • Solera

Work highlights

  • Advised Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy on their employment matters in Spain.

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.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

César Navarro

Other key lawyers

Eva Ceca, Cristina Ridruejo, Guillermo García