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Baker McKenzie

Competition/European Law

Europe Guide 2026 : Spain


Baker McKenzie

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Our Competition practice in Spain is renowned for our expertise across a broad range of Competition law areas. Baker McKenzie is unique in the fact that we have a strong Competition practice in both our Madrid and Barcelona offices. The practice represents a number of high profile clients, including multinational companies and prominent domestic firms, in infringement proceedings before the Spanish Competition Authority, appeals before the Courts and we expertly advise on a range of competition litigation, merger control and complex antitrust issues.

We deliver an exceptionally high standard of legal advice thanks to a strong team of expert lawyers across both offices, consisting of well-experienced partners and talented associates who have a breadth of knowledge across all aspects of Competition law. The firm's international presence allows the department to take on multijurisdictional cases and offer cross border competition advice while also helping clients with Spanish Competition and procedural singularities. We analyse the compatibility with competition law of cooperation initiatives between competitors. We analyse the impact of competition law on agreements between companies located at different levels in the production and distribution chain, for example, in relation to distribution, supply, franchise, agency, licenses and dealership agreements.

Industries (6)

  • AKZO NOBEL
  • Association of Catalan Bar Associations
  • Bar Association of Barcelona
  • Bar Association of Lleida
  • Bar Association of Figueres
  • Bain Capital

Chambers Review

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Competition/European Law - Spain

Band 4

Band 4


What the Team is Known For

Baker McKenzie is an established firm with a global reach that enables the team to advise on local and cross-border merger control and foreign direct investment mandates. The team handles a variety of behavioural matters, including representing clients in CNMC investigations into alleged infringements and in subsequent Supreme Court appeals, as well as in follow-on damages claims. Its expertise further extends to advising clients on competition compliance.

Work Highlights

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  • Baker McKenzie represented Honda in follow-on damages claims related to the so-called 'vehicles cartel'.

Strengths

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  • The department has extensive experience in analyzing complex cases and in-depth knowledge of applicable regulations and case law. It also gives personalised and realistic advice.

    Competition/European Law respondentEurope
  • The team has very solid technical expertise in the subject, a practical and solution-oriented approach, speed in its response and availability.

    Competition/European Law respondentEurope
  • Baker McKenzie demonstrates exceptional analytical skills, strategic thinking, and a deep understanding of intricate regulatory and business contexts.

    Competition/European Law respondentEurope
  • The team has a solid knowledge of all matters involving competition risks and the approach of the competition authorities.

    Competition/European Law respondentEurope

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 3Paloma Martínez-Lage
    Band 3Paloma Martínez-Lage

    Paloma Martínez-Lage

    Paloma Martínez-Lage is known for her expertise in merger clearance mandates and FDI filings. She is regularly sought out by clients operating in the energy and automotive sectors. She has further experience in abuse of dominance investigations and competition law compliance matters.

    • Paloma Martínez-Lage has strong knowledge of competition law and is able to address all the different problems that may arise from companies' activity.

      Competition/European Law respondentEurope
    • Paloma has an exceptional ability to conduct complex legal analysis with a highly practical and clear vision. She also has excellent skill in anticipating risks and proposing practical solutions.

      Competition/European Law respondentEurope
    • She stands out as an excellent professional, combining deep legal expertise with strong strategic insight and sound judgement. She approaches every matter with rigour, clarity and a proactive mindset.

      Competition/European Law respondentEurope

Ranked Individuals at Baker McKenzie (1)

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    Paloma Martínez-Lage

    Head of Competition/European Law

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