ECIJA
A go-to choice for regional governments, national public and private entities, and foreign multinationals, the team of ‘highly-skilled professionals’ at ECIJA is often engaged in mandates concerning waste management, ecological transition and the circular economy. The group possesses strong credentials in both contentious and non-contentious environmental matters, including compliance and legislative issues. Víctor Moralo is highly experienced in collaborating with stakeholders with regard to project development and bro-bono work, whilst Juan Carlos Cardoso is known by real estate developers and financial institutions for his expertise in urban planning and litigation.
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Testimonials
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‘A professional firm with great knowledge of environmental issues and that collaborates with civil society on various issues (waste, climate change, etc.).’
‘Strong knowledge of and involvement in environmental and circular economy issues - Víctor Moralo is recommended.’
‘The ability to analyse urban/legal risks, the creation of viable scenarios, the fluidity and speed in searching for solutions always under the principle of legal certainty are the points that I would highlight.’
‘Víctor Moralo, Juan Carlos Cardoso and David Sánchez Lanuza - each and every one of them stands out for their professionalism and knowledge.'
‘Very strong and diverse team, with different competencies and skills. ’
‘Highly skilled professionals. Work delivered in a timely fashion.’
‘Víctor Moralo is an excellent environmental lawyer, always aware of legal and jurisprudential developments.’
Key clients
- Atletico de Madrid Football Club
- H&M
- Farfecht
- Inditex
- Shein
- GreenPeace
- LG Electronics
- Brambles Group (CHEP)
- Metro Group (MAKRO)
- SCHWEPPES
- Tomra
- Regional Government of the Balearic Islands
- Regional Government of Valencia
- Basque Government
- Plataforma ILP Mar Menor
- Melia Hotels
- Fundació Prevenció Residus i Consum Responsable (REZERO)
- Madrid Town Council
- SAREB Bank
- PARCESA
- Friends of Earth NGO
- INTERNACO
Work highlights
- Acted for Greenpeace and other ecological groups in Spain in the class action brought before the European Commission, alleging Spain's failure to comply with waste recycling targets.
- Advises Meliá Hotels Internacional on urban planning issues and investments in sustainable and integrated tourism.
- Advised Fundació Prevenció Residus i Consum Responsable (REZERO) on the drafting and processing the law on the prevention and management of waste and efficient use of resources of Catalonia.
Lawyers
Leading individuals
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Víctor Moralo, Juan Carlos Cardoso