Private equity

Uría Menéndez

Client Satisfaction

Uría Menéndez‘s dynamic private equity practice encompasses fund formation and fundraising, equity investments, debt financing, and divestments. The team is a trusted adviser to prominent private equity sponsors and asset managers, frequently leading their high-profile and complex M&A transactions. The group is known for its ability to manage private equity deals involving a Latin American element. Co-head Manuel Echenique is renowned for his expertise in cross-border deals, reflecting the firm’s international capabilities. Francisco San Miguel, also co-chair, advises major financial entities on corporate and M&A transactions, alongside regulatory matters. Christian Hoedl is a recognised private equity expert, particularly adept at handling transactions involving publicly listed companies.

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Testimonials

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‘It is a friendly team that is always available to help with any matter. The team understands the company and its needs, which makes the work easier and more effective.'
‘They always give accurate advice and are available to help at any time. They are able to manage large amounts of work in short periods.'
‘The Uria team is very experienced, diligent and available. In addition to providing assistance with the legal component of any project, they are always available to help with business strategy and any other topic.'
‘Tomas Acosta has a wealth of experience in PE projects and makes any negotiation much easier. In addition to being an added value for us, due to all the input we need, he is also an excellent communicator.'
‘Excellent corporate PE practice, in particular Pedro Ravina's team. A great mix of local knowledge but also understanding of how to execute international M&A to the standard expected by major PE sponsors.'
'We treat them a trusted advisers both for Spanish and Latin American issues across a range of general corporate and M&A projects.'
‘Pedro Ravina is a real standout performer. He is a trusted partner for us across a range of projects.'

Key clients

Trilantic Capital Partners
Bridgepoint
Cibus Capital
Louis Dreyfus Company Ventures
Providence Equity Partners
Asterion Industrial Infra Fund II, FCR
Charterhouse Capital Partners
Magnum Capital Industrial Partners
GPF Capital III Partnership Fund
Artá Capital

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