The multidisciplinary team at Gómez-Acebo & Pombo offers advice on the entire spectrum of legal matters related to manufacturing. International and domestic companies from segments such as plastics, industrial equipment, shipping, automotive and life sciences routinely turn to the practice for assistance with corporate, commercial, contractual, financing, IP, data protection, administrative law and regulatory matters. Recently promoted partner Ainara Rentería is a key contact for clients from the automotive and mobility industries.

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Key clients

  • Ford
  • Mitshubishi
  • Scutum Logistic
  • Chery International
  • Smart
  • Grupo Uma
  • Accell Group
  • Xpeng Motors
  • Olá Electrics
  • Birla Carbon
  • Panasonic Corporation
  • Abello Linde
  • Anfac
  • Iveco
  • Smurfit Kappa
  • Continental
  • Invisalign
  • Grupo Empresarial Copo
  • Denso Sistemas Temicos España
  • VLD Bus & Coach España

Work highlights

  • Advised FORD ESPAÑA and MITSHUBISHI on a complex defence strategy in response to massive damages claims stemming from the vehicle cartel case.
  • Advised IVECO in relation to its involvement in one of the largest cartel cases in Europe, where IVECO, alongside truck manufacturers MAN, Volvo/Renault, Daimler, and DAF, was collectively fined €2.93bn by the European Commission for operating a cartel in the sale of trucks across several European countries between 1997 and 2011.

Lawyers

Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Ainara Rentería