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Linklaters is a key adviser to international tech and telecoms companies, among them Telefónica and Alipay, and is sought out for regulatory advice, litigation services, corporate deals and financing transactions. Led by José Giménez, who ‘stands out for his deep knowledge of the telecoms and energy sector’, and Ceyhun Pehlivan, who has ‘very deep subject matter knowledge and experience’, the TMT practice recently assisted Red Eléctrica de España with the potential implementation of co-location services to develop 5G. Corporate partner Carmen Burgos also plays a key role in the team.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘Linklaters is one of the best firms I have ever worked with. Their team is very solid and they are always up to date with the latest news. Their approaches are always practical and they understand the business needs right away.’

  • ‘Ceyhun Pehlivan is one of the best lawyers I have ever worked with. Their involvement, desire to work, technical knowledge and experience in providing advice to organisations of various kinds are always a very welcome plus.’

  • ‘The Linklaters team is multidisciplinary, always showing in-depth knowledge of the topics being addressed, even in novel issues with a complex component. Their availability is always at a maximum, responding within very demanding deadlines. It gives us great security to have Linklaters professionals in complex matters.’

  • ‘Their availability and ability to adapt to all demands sets the team apart.'

  • ‘Ceyhun Pehlivan is leading the technology and data protection practice in Linklaters Madrid. Cey is brilliant and provides exceptional service. He is extremely responsive and has very deep subject matter knowledge and experience. He can be relied upon to find commercial and practical solutions to difficult issues. ’

  • ‘Sector know-how and expertise.'

  • ‘Linklaters has great lawyers who know and understand clients' businesses and provide innovative approaches to matters. I would highlight their availability and disposition at any time.’

  • ‘José Giménez stands out for his deep knowledge of the telecoms and energy sector and in general public law. His collaborative attitude and immediate willingness to work quickly makes him unique in the market.’

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

José Giménez

Other key lawyers

Ceyhun Pehlivan, Carmen Burgos