Andrew Ward
Hall of fameGómez-Acebo & PomboGómez-Acebo & Pombo is a prominent force in the M&A arena, frequently securing merger clearance for high-profile transactions. The team is also recognised for its litigation strength, representing blue-chip clients in critical disputes across the postal, dairy, and consumer goods sectors. Iñigo Igartua Arregui leads the team, handling a wide array of claims before Spanish and EU/EC courts and tribunals. Andrew Ward, who joined from Cuatrecasas in 2023, adds exceptional expertise in merger control, FDI, and antitrust investigations. Eduardo Gómez De La Cruz plays a pivotal role in competition matters, particularly within the TMT sector.
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Key clients
- Iveco
- Uriach
- Caser
- Basic Fit
- Indigo
- Zegona
- Ramco Litigation Funding
- Taconic Capital
Work highlights
- Advised ZEGONA in all Spanish law-related matters of the acquisition of Vodafone Spain.
- Work with Taconic in the financing of damage claims.
- Advising the leading consumer health company Uriach in several high-profile acquisitions of businesses.
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Practice head
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Íñigo Igartua