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Chambers Review

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Public Law - Spain

4
Band 4

What the Team is Known For

DLA Piper's Spanish office handles a range of contentious and advisory mandates linked to regulatory compliance and public contracts. It assists with public tenders, concession agreements and related contentious-administrative appeals. It advises major utilities companies on regulatory matters flowing from their operations in Spain. The law firm has further notable activity on behalf of companies active in the transport, life sciences, education and energy sectors.

Work Highlights

  • DLA Piper represented Iberdrola in a contentious-administrative procedure against a fine imposed by the CNMC.

Strengths

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DLA Piper has a practical, business-oriented approach that is focused on identifying the regulatory aspects truly relevant to the company's operations.

Public Law respondent
Europe

DLA Piper provides very good client service; we are very happy and trust its judgement. It is like another part of the team – we lean on it a lot for critical business decisions.

Public Law respondent
Europe

DLA Piper stands out for its responsiveness and deep knowledge. It combines solid doctrinal training with a clear practical focus, allowing it to offer precise and effective solutions to complex problems.

Public Law respondent
Europe

The DLA Piper team can effectively coordinate local offices and maintain a consistent global vision. Its approach is structured, rigorous and focused on practical resolution.

Public Law respondent
Europe

DLA Piper's main strength is the efficient management of complex information and fluid communication between international teams, which allows for reliable results within tight deadlines.

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Europe

Notable Practitioners

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José Manuel Sala Arquer
S
José Manuel Sala Arquer
S
Senior Statespeople

José Manuel Sala Arquer has demonstrable experience across various areas of public law, including environment, planning and energy sector regulatory matters.

José Manuel Sala Arquer combines the knowledge and solidity of a long-standing administrative lawyer with the sensitivity and agility required by the practice of law.

José Manuel Sala Arquer has a great mind.

José Manuel Sala Arquer's approachable manner makes you feel as if you are his only client.

He is an exceptional lawyer.

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José María Barrios
4
José María Barrios
4
Band 4

José María Barrios heads DLA Piper's regulatory practice in Spain. He has significant experience in public procurement, expropriation and environmental matters, as well as in working within regulated sectors. He is also recognised for his work as a litigator in contentious-administrative proceedings.

José María Barrios gets personally involved and helps us understand very technical details in an area that is new to us.

He has insane knowledge of public law, a strategic vision and the tools to solve issues and find solutions. He is excellent – always willing to help.

José María Barrios is an excellent lawyer with extensive experience in the sector; he is also a very caring and approachable person.

José María Barrios is approachable, clear in his explanations and very results-oriented. His experience in managing international matters and his commitment to his clients are evident.

He is an excellent lawyer.

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José Manuel Sala Arquer
S
José Manuel Sala Arquer
S
Senior Statespeople
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José María Barrios
4
José María Barrios
4
Band 4
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