White-collar crime

Baker McKenzie

With experience acting before a variety of judicial entities, including the Supreme Court, the Constitutional Court, and criminal courts, the corporate crime practice at Baker McKenzie stands out as a key player in the Spanish market. The group is adept at handling litigation, public prosecutor investigations, and pre-litigation defences, as well as official investigations and compliance. Clients operate in a range of sectors including technology, financial services, and energy. Extradition proceeding expert Jesús Santos co-heads the department alongside litigation specialist Marc Prat. The team also benefits from the aptitude of María Massó, who concentrates on tax crimes, fraud, and punishable insolvency, and Juan Pedro Cortés, who focuses on environmental matters, European arrest warrants, and compliance. David Velázquez left the firm in December 2023.

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Testimonials

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‘María Massó's dedication has been complete and her professional quality excellent alongside her empathy and support, all of which stand out.’
‘María Massó and her team are always able to respond to complexities appropriately.’
‘All the professionals exhibit closeness to the client, empathy with their needs, and knowledge of the client's business. It is a luxury to have them at your side.’
‘The team stands out for efficiency and technical solvency.’
‘What makes Baker McKenzie special is its international component. It stands out from other firms for its truly global character, as well as the multidisciplinary approach of its teams. The quality of work and client care is excellent when compared to other firms. Juan Pedro Cortés stands out, in addition to his quality and excellent technical level in the criminal field, for his knowledge of corporate investigations and cybersecurity/cyberattacks, which is a particularly growing practice.'
‘Juan Pedro Cortés' technical quality, his pragmatism, and his ability to understand the client's needs at all times differentiate him. His advice is always outstanding and he conveys an exquisite control of the situation, addressing it in an exemplary manner.’
‘The criminal law team at Baker's firm is unique because it takes a 360-degree approach to the issues. The team members have different backgrounds and this greatly enriches the approach they take to the matters they are entrusted with. They are 100% dedicated to the issues and understand the needs of their clients perfectly. The quality of the work is exceptional because, unlike other firms, the people assigned to the day-to-day running of the cases are very senior; in many cases, partners. In particular, María Massó stands out, whose dedication is worthy of mention.’
‘One of the strengths of Baker's criminal law department is that the partners are very involved in the day-to-day running of the cases. They are fully available and meet deadlines no matter how demanding they may be. In particular, María Massó is a partner with whom it is a pleasure to work. She is always available and treats the cases as if they were unique. The quality of her work is excellent.’

Key clients

CaixaBank, S.A.
Daikin Europe N.V., Belgium
Zannotti Appliance, S.L.
Douglas Edelman
Eurofins Megalab, S.A.U.
Frutalinda, S.L.
Google LLC
Google Spain S.L.
Gino Pozzo
Rodrigo de Rato Figaredo
NATURGY, S.A.
Real Automóvil Club de España

Work highlights

Representing Douglas Edelman in an extradition process and arrest warrant issued by the DOJ after he and his wife were indicted by a Grand Jury.
Representing Rodrigo de Rato Figaredo in a tax evasion, money laundering, and corruption case.
Representing the interests of Gino Pozzo and his companies in the Líbero Operation case dealt with by the Spanish National Court.

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