Tax

Latham & Watkins LLP

Client Satisfaction

Noted for its ‘experience in transactions and specific knowledge of local regulations’, the tax practice at Latham & Watkins LLP is well equipped to advise on a host of transactional matters, including M&A, capital markets, structured finance, restructuring and real estate deals. The practice is under the joint leadership of Jordi Domínguez and Ivan Rabanillo, who frequently assist private equity sponsors, financial institutions and multinational corporations with complex transactional tax issues. Blanca Vázquez de Castro adds significant expertise in the tax aspects of transactions within the real estate, telecoms, and financial services sectors.

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Testimonials

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‘L&W has a multidisciplinary team that is highly specialised in complex transactions. The tax department handles the most complex matters with a capacity for work and adaptation to the client that is well above average. The high specialisation of the teams allows the firm to deal with complex matters from all areas of law with a very high level of professionalism and dedication to client service.’
‘The people are very friendly and despite their high level of preparation and qualification in the subject that concerns them, they know how to convey and explain complex issues in an easy and simple way, despite the complexity of the topic they are dealing with.’
‘The team is exceptional. They combine quality, creativity and 100% availability. The best in the market.’
‘Jordi Domínguez's team is exceptional. Their creativity in proposing solutions to complex issues, their absolute mastery of tax practice and their understanding of the commercial aspects of the transactions on which they advise are unmatched.’
‘Its experience in transactions and specific knowledge of local regulations make it a completely reliable firm that helps ensure that the deal is completed successfully.’
‘They have very specialised knowledge. In our case, I would highlight Jordi Domínguez and Iván Rabanillo.'
‘The Latham team is very strong from a technical perspective and provides us with rounded advice. They are also close to the broader market in Spain and can provide us with context of what challenges others are facing. ’
‘Jordi Domínguez and Iván Rabanillo are trusted advisers. The team is very responsive and provides clear practical advice on complex issues spanning multiple asset classes and funds. They have a close knowledge of how our firm operates and issues that worry us and advise appropriately. ’

Key clients

Repsol
Telefónica
Platinum Equity
The Carlyle Group
CVC Capital Partners
Cerberus Capital Management
Apollo Global Management
Goldman Sachs
JP Morgan
Morgan Stanley
Brookfield Asset Management
Global Infrastructure Partners
Barings UK
Blackbrook Capital
Permira
CEPSA
Enagás
Applus
Cairn Capital
X-Elio
Kensing
Solum Partners

Work highlights

Advising Enagás on the sale of its minority stake in Tallgrass Energy to Blackstone Infrastructure Partners.
Advising Boluda on its refinancing.
Advised Repsol on the acquisition of US-based renewable energy platform ConnectGen.

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