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Cuatrecasas

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Sport - Spain

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Cuatrecasas has a broad practice in the sporting sector, representing both individuals and organisations from football and motorsports. The law firm assists clients with employment law and tax law matters, in addition to representing clients in contentious matters, such as appeals against penalties. The team has further experience in corporate law matters in the sporting industry, including joint venture and business combination agreements, as well as in the launch of new sporting events. Additionally, it acts on sponsorship agreements.

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Strengths

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  • They have absolutely top-drawer client service; I can't rate them highly enough on game theory. They know when to accelerate and when to tap the brakes.

    Sport respondentEurope

  • The team has very good client service, it can distinguish between what's urgent and what isn't, is agile and knows what to prioritise.

    Sport respondentEurope

  • They handle contracts very well, know the market, help with more precise evaluations, and support us on all issues. They are fast, organised and diligent.

    Sport respondentEurope

  • Cuatrecasas analyses the best possible solutions, providing agile, flexible, and imaginative alternatives. It has experience in the sports sector and knowledge of stakeholders.

    Sport respondentEurope

Notable Practitioners

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  • Roberto Álvarez
    Roberto Álvarez

    Roberto Álvarez

    Roberto Álvarez acts for both individuals and clubs. He frequently assists with employment and tax law issues, as well as appeals against sporting sanctions. He further advises on the launch of new competitions and on corporate transactions and joint ventures in the sporting sector.

    • Roberto is undoubtedly our go-to person for all our major contracts and complex matters. His experience and knowledge are exceptional, as is his approach to service delivery.

      Sport respondentEurope

    • He stands out for his extensive knowledge of the sector, of the institutions that regulate it and of the key stakeholders. His involvement in any matter is already a guarantee of success.

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  • Bartolomé Sánchez
    Bartolomé Sánchez

    Bartolomé Sánchez

    Bartolomé Sánchez is a specialist in sports and entertainment industries, with particular expertise in tax structuring, image rights and sponsorship agreements. He advises top motorsport athletes on both tax and contract matters.

    • Bartolomé works very quickly and closely with the client, with great cooperation and clarity of information.

      Sport respondentEurope

    • He has great negotiation skills, he knows what points to touch on and carries the weight on the financial side.

      Sport respondentEurope

    • He is very available and eager to work.

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  • Marta Mañez
    Marta Mañez

    Marta Mañez

    Marta Mañez has extensive expertise acting for sports industry clients in M&A, financial structuring, corporate governance and regulatory matters.

    • She is highly solution-oriented, analytical, and charismatic, which makes her a trusted adviser both at a technical and personal level.

      Sport respondentEurope

    • If Marta has worked on something, you have the absolute certainty that it has been reviewed down to the smallest detail. She has a great ability to think of creative ways to achieve success.

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