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Baker McKenzie

Public Law

Europe Guide 2026 : Spain


Baker McKenzie

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Baker McKenzie’s Public Law department in Spain is the go to adviser for some of the most recognised household names locally and globally. 

Clients choose us for our expertise in key areas such as regulatory and administrative law and administrative litigation, and the complexities of setting up foreign investment projects.

Our expertise in Regulatory and administrative law matters focuses on representing the interests of our clients, providing advice on all matters involving the Spanish Public Administration and issues related to the application of administrative legislation and regulated sectors. 

We primarily offer integrated advice on administrative contracting, from the presentation of competitive bids to participation in public tenders for contracts and agreements with Public Administrations. We also represent our clients in all types of administrative and administrative dispute proceedings before the Courts of Justice. 

We also help our clients navigate the complexities around foreign investments that includes methods of entry, bidding and M&A activity of Spanish infrastructure groups outside of Spain beyond the US and Latin America.

Our international network of 77 offices in 46 countries enables us to provide clients with comparative multi-jurisdictional environmental and climate change law advice. The Firm is able to take advantage of its extensive international reach to understand what is critical for global businesses.

Clients (6)

  • Red Eléctrica de España S.A
  • Iberdrola
  • Naturgy Eergy Group
  • Lidl
  • Deka Inmobilien
  • Booking.com

Chambers Review

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Public Law - Spain

Band 4

Band 4


What the Team is Known For
Baker McKenzie represents large multinational corporations in a range of public law matters such as the preparation of agreements with public administrations and related disputes. It regularly advises on zoning, planning and environmental matters. It also acts on regulatory mandates affecting the telecommunications, natural resources and waste management industries as well as the healthcare sector.

Work Highlights

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  • Baker McKenzie advised Acciona Energía on the sale of 440 MW of wind energy capacity to Opdenergy.

Strengths

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  • Baker McKenzie strives to understand the company's values, strategy and needs. Its knowledge of internal procedures and regulations facilitates and adds value to its work.

    Public Law respondentEurope
  • The Baker McKenzie team's strengths are its cohesion across different offices, subject matter expertise and international experience.

    Public Law respondentEurope
  • Baker McKenzie's client service and quality of work are fantastic.

    Public Law respondentEurope
  • The lawyers' experience and expertise is impeccable.

    Public Law respondentEurope
  • Baker McKenzie is customer-oriented and responds quickly and efficiently.

    Public Law respondentEurope

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 3Antonio Morales
    Band 3Antonio Morales

    Antonio Morales

    In addition to his superb reputation for energy sector regulatory work, Antonio Morales has demonstrable experience in a wider range of public law matters. He acts for healthcare providers on transactional and contentious-administrative matters.
    • Antonio Morales' in-depth knowledge of our sector and its regulations, along with his extensive professional experience in the public and private sectors, provide him with reliability and security for his clients.

      Public Law respondentEurope
    • Antonio Morales understands our needs and working methods perfectly; his availability is absolute, and he is fully committed to our own matters.

      Public Law respondentEurope

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Spain

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