Recommended for its ‘experience, dedication and top-level technical preparation’, Baker McKenzie remains a dominant force in matters of corporate crime, offering assistance to domestic and international clients with judicial proceedings and compliance matters. The team is well positioned to act for companies and individuals, including executives and employees, in investigations and cases at all levels of the Spanish court system. Jesús Santos leads the practice from Madrid, assisting defendants and prosecutors in criminal proceedings and pre-litigation matters. Barcelona-based David Velazquez focuses on compliance, while María Massó often handles cases concerning misappropriation, fraud, public order and malfeasance.
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Testimonials
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‘David Velázquez is excellent! I think what characterises him most is his empathy. He provides a very complete vision of the subject.’
‘A team of exceptionally prepared lawyers, who maintain constant contact and communication with the client about the development of the ongoing legal process. And most importantly, a very personalised and close treatment.’
‘Maximum availability and dedication to the topics. Deep theoretical and practical knowledge of the topics. Excellent quality in both formal and content deliveries. The direct contact with the partner, willingness and dedication of the entire team stand out.’
‘Experience, dedication and top-level technical preparation.’
‘Their strong technical knowledge, global advice, empathy and emotional intelligence set the firm apart.’
‘The lawyers are very experienced and competent. They differentiate themselves from other law firms due to the reputation of their lawyers, especially Jesús Santos who has s great reputation among his peers and judges.’
‘Their work, carried out in record time, was of the highest quality since all the partners involved in the operation knew the matter in depth.’
'Their excellent coordination of the different jurisdictions allowed us to meet the established deadlines and ensured that the work produced was, despite the speed, of high quality.’
Key clients
- Barinvest B.V. And Barenza Hoeve B.V.
- Caixabank
- Coca-cola Europacific Partners
- Credit Suisse Sucursal En España
- Defex S.A. S.M.E.
- El Laboratorio De Almagro 36, S.L.
- Francisco González
- Fundación Contra Maltrato Animal
- Ibercaja Banco, S.A.
- Iberdrola, S.A.
- Ing Bank N.V. Sucursal En España.
- Mr. Gerard Piqué And Kosmos Global Holding, S.L.
- Mr. Neymar Da Silva Santos Júnior And His Parents (Mr. Neymar Da Silva Santos And Mrs. Nadine Gonçalves).
- Mr. Rodrigo De Rato Figaredo
- Pablo Casado Blanco
- Parques Reunidos, S.A.
Work highlights
- Defended Mr. Neymar Da Silva Santos Júnior and his parents in criminal proceedings for alleged crimes of fraud and corruption over Neymar’s transfer from Santos C.F. to Fútbol Club Barcelona in 2013.
- Acting for Mr. Gerard Piqué, the famous soccer player and businessman who founded the Kings League, in criminal proceedings.
- Representing DEFEX, a state-owned company dedicated to the promotion of Spanish companies in the defense sector, in criminal proceedings involving corruption.
Lawyers
Hall of Fame
The lawyers at the very top of the profession, widely known and respected by peers and clients for their longstanding involvement in market-leading work.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
María Massó
Baker McKenziePractice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Jesús Santos, David Velázquez