Situated within a globally integrated network, Baker McKenzie‘s restructuring and insolvency practice advises on a range of matters, including debt restructuring, distressed M&A, and formal insolvency proceedings. The team also offers guidance in the defence of directors and executives against charges for insolvency liabilities. Madrid-based José Luis Yus and Rossanna D’Onza jointly lead the team alongside Marc Prat from Barcelona, who is experienced in litigation and arbitration proceedings. Counsel Laura Camarero is also noteworthy; she focuses on restructuring negotiations and cross-border insolvencies, and is described by clients as an ’impeccable, proactive professional with solid legal knowledge‘.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘The team is absolutely professional in the broadest sense of the word (responsible, efficient, agile, expert, decisive, proactive) but also close and friendly, always attentive to the client's needs.'

  • ‘The difference is in their professional and personal treatment.'

  • ‘I have had dealings with Baker & McKenzie for many years and I have found their professionalism, attention to detail and valuable advice most helpful.’

  • ‘My contact has been with Laura Camarero. I have appreciated her clear and concise advice and her excellent memory. In a case that has dragged on for years, it has been most helpful that we have been able to have the same lawyer throughout and that her grasp of the complicated details has been consistent.’

  • ‘It is a very professional team that provides great added value.’

  • ‘Laura Camarero is an impeccable, proactive professional with solid legal knowledge.’

  • ‘The restructuring team is very knowledgeable and supportive of clients.'

  • ‘Laura Camarero is excellent. Always ready to help and with innovative ideas. She really adds value to a project.’

Key clients

  • KIDZANIA, S.A.P.I de C.V.
  • All Iron RE I Socimi
  • Google Ireland Limited
  • Alpha Insurance A/S
  • Member Banks of the Association of Global Custodians
  • Alvarez & Marsal
  • Hoteles Tecnológicos, S.A.
  • Procasa Promociones y Obras, S.A.
  • Electronic World Products International, S.A. (EWPI)
  • GreenOak Propco Garden, S.L.U.

Work highlights

  • Advising Kidzania regarding the legal defence of the members of the board of directors on the liability phase of the insolvency proceedings of the company Imaginarium, S.A.
  • Advising All Iron RE I Socimi, the leading serviced apartments vehicle in Spain, on the insolvency of the contractor (namely the company Construcciones y Promociones Balzola, S.A.).
  • Advising certain member banks of the Association of Global Custodians with regard to the regime applicable to the custody of securities and other assets in Spain.

Lawyers

Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

José Luis Yus, Rossanna D'Onza, Marc Prat

Other key lawyers

Laura Camarero, Rocío González, Gemma Aquillué