Corporate/M&A: High-end Capability

Federico Roig is experienced in handling cross-border joint ventures for private equity houses. He has notable experience in energy investments.

"I like working with him a lot. He has a lot of energy and understands our needs very well. He provides good, fast and effective solutions."

Javier Villasante advises private equity funds on international acquisitions involving Latin America and the USA.

"I think that he has the quality of relaxing the ambience. It’s quite beneficial for the negotiations at all levels and for both parties."

"When I need a quick answer for a very specific doubt, he can give me advice in five minutes about a potential situation."

Juan Aguayo is experienced in handling cross-border joint ventures and M&A transactions for private equity houses. He is active in deals in the energy sector. His clients also benefit from his know-how of ECM.

"Juan is a lawyer who inspires confidence. He is a seasoned professional. His experience is unquestionable."

Diana Rivera progresses in the rankings this year due to strong market and client support. She is well placed to assist tech and private equity clients with venture capital transactions as well as acquisitions of startup companies.

"Diana Rivera is a very good negotiator. She looks out for the client's interests but also looks for solutions that come up in the transaction."

"She has an eye for detail and business needs. It's a pleasure working with her."

"Her service and client treatment is excellent. She gives us absolute confidence."

José Luis Rodríguez enters the rankings this year in recognition of his work on high-end M&A transactions for clients in the energy, financial and real estate sectors. He is a co-head of Cuatrecasas' corporate department in Spain.

"He has a deep understanding of the economic implications of our deals and the impact of the potential steps to be taken."

"He stands out in flexibility and making things easy."

"He's very calm. He listens very carefully."

"He provides us with an in-between, common-sense viewpoint. You don't have to win every battle."

Mariano Ucar moves up the rankings this year. He is well placed to act on transactions within regulated industries.

"He has availability and a good understanding of how the counterparties behave. He manages things very well. He's a resilient adviser."

"He knows how to get up to speed quickly on complex matters and also how to explain them simply."