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Latham & Watkins LLP offers indispensable support to clients in securing merger clearance for their most complex transactions. The team is also highly regarded for its expertise in litigation and investigations before the CNMC, appellate courts, and European tribunals, particularly in follow-on damages claims. Practice head José-Maria Jiménez-Laiglesia is a distinguished competition lawyer, recognised for his adept handling of intricate matters and his extensive international client base. Carlos Betoret plays a key role, focusing on CNMC investigations and high-profile merger clearances for both Spanish and international companies.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘In-depth knowledge of the functioning of competition authorities in Spain and the EU, ability to delve into the specifics of the client's business and find relevant keys from the angle of competition law.'

  • ‘Technical excellence they add operational excellence with technological solutions that facilitate work.' 

  • 'Very client oriented and practical solutions.'

  • 'José María Jiménez-Laiglesia has very relevant experience and know how in the competition field, including the telecoms sector, a very particular one for competition purposes given its link with sector regulation.'

Key clients

  • Repsol
  • Iberdrola
  • Orange
  • Telefonica
  • Viasat
  • Exide Technologies
  • Logista
  • Urbaser
  • Ferrovial
  • KKR
  • CVC
  • Apollo Global Management
  • Demant
  • CEPSA
  • X-Elio Energy
  • Egeda

Work highlights

  • Representing Exide Technologies in an appeal by the CNMC before the Supreme Court against the judgment of the Spanish National High Court.

Lawyers

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Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

José María Jiménez-Laiglesia

Other key lawyers

Carlos Betoret