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Cuatrecasas

Employment: Elite

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Employment: Elite - Spain

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Across its offices in Madrid, Barcelona and other Spanish cities, Cuatrecasas boasts an impressive employment law department. This elite practice advises on salary reduction programmes, collective bargaining agreements and also handles the implementation of redundancy plans as a result of the loss of commercial contracts. Large corporations benefit from the law firm's experience designing new policies for working conditions, including in cases that are collectively contested by unions through court proceedings. Furthermore, the law firm advises on M&A and restructuring-related employment mandates. Its clientele comprises domestic and international players from the finance, manufacturing, energy and retail sectors.

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Work Highlights

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  • Cuatrecasas advised Glovo on all employment-related aspects concerning the transition to an employment-based model for delivery riders in Spain.

Strengths

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  • The work of the Cuatrecasas' employment department is exceptional, with a very deep understanding of how companies operate today.

    Employment: Elite respondentEurope

  • They know the sector and types of industry regulations, share their experience and know how to take advantage of opportunities to expand their service.

    Employment: Elite respondentEurope

  • My experience with Cuatrecasas has been highly satisfactory as the team has proved its technical capacity, practical approach and in-depth knowledge of the regulatory environment.

    Employment: Elite respondentEurope

  • They are characterised by their speed and the quality in the advice they provide. Working with them is a confidence-building experience.

    Employment: Elite respondentEurope

  • The team offers experience, speed and dedication.

    Employment: Elite respondentEurope

Notable Practitioners

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  • Francisco Conde
    Francisco Conde

    Francisco Conde

    Francisco Conde is an experienced employment law practitioner. He enjoys a strong reputation in the Spanish labour market due to his expertise in labour reorganisations and litigious mandates.

    • Francisco is a brilliant and highly-qualified lawyer.

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  • Jorge Aranaz
    Jorge Aranaz

    Jorge Aranaz

    Jorge Aranaz stands out for his work alongside unions in the negotiation of flexible working policies. He also assists with the negotiation of collective bargaining agreements.

    • He is an excellent lawyer, his advice is top-notch, always taking his client's business and strategy into account.

      Employment: Elite respondentEurope

    • Jorge is a key business partner for us. He has excellent responsiveness and is able to provide sound advice in complex situations.

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  • Juan Bonilla
    Juan Bonilla

    Juan Bonilla

    Juan Bonilla co-heads the law firm's employment and labour practice. He is well placed to assist clients with collective dismissals and labour investigations.

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  • Valentín García
    Valentín García

    Valentín García

    Valentín García represents clients in court proceedings concerning employment matters, judicial reviews and labour-related bankruptcy issues. He defends the interests of corporate clients and financial institutions in cases involving restructuring processes, dismissal of directors and challenges to agreements. He has further specialisation in employment risk prevention and work-related accidents.

    • Valentín has great empathy and is very proactive; he steps into your shoes and finds creative solutions.

      Employment: Elite respondentEurope

    • Valentín is one of my most trusted advisers. This trust is based on continuous work and exceptional results.

      Employment: Elite respondentEurope

    • He is a magnificent and approachable lawyer.

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