About

Provided by Dentons

Dentons has built a full-service Environment team in Spain, providing expert legal support across environmental and natural resources law. We help clients navigate complex regulations and ensure compliance with national and European frameworks.Our team specializes in industrial project development, regulatory compliance, permitting, environmental impact assessments, and liability management. We cover key areas such as contaminated land, water law, atmospheric emissions, and greenhouse gas trading.


We also represent clients in environmental litigation, handling liability disputes, pollution incidents, and enforcement actions. Additionally, we provide strategic counsel in environmental due diligence for mergers, acquisitions, and real estate projects. Our strength lies in our multidisciplinary expertise, led by key partners Javier Moya (Public Law and Regulatory Energy), Santiago Hurtado (Litigation), Fermín Garbayo (Corporate Energy), Roberto Tojo, and Itxaso López (Real Estate).


At Dentons, we go beyond compliance—helping businesses integrate sustainability, manage risks, and align with evolving environmental policies. With our global reach and deep local knowledge, we support companies in Spain to navigate environmental challenges effectively.

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Environment - Spain

4
Band 4

What the Team is Known For

Dentons is an international law firm with a dedicated environmental practice. The team handles environmental liability, waste, water and land contamination, and industrial emissions, further assisting with issues relating to atmospheric pollution and climate change. Its clients hail from the mining, retail, chemical manufacturing and energy sectors.

Notable practitioners

Nieves Briz is a key contact for clients.