Europe Guide 2026 : Spain
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Provided by EJASO
The Private Equity department of EJASO is recognised as a leading practice in the Spanish market, advising financial and strategic investors on high‑value and complex transactions.
The team has built a strong reputation for its deep sector expertise, multidisciplinary approach and ability to support clients throughout the entire investment cycle. It provides end‑to‑end legal advice across seed, Series B and C rounds, redomiciliations and exits (M&A), as well as initial formation, early and late‑stage financings, secondary transactions, strategic alliances, joint ventures, licensing, commercial contracts, patent prosecution, tax, labour, employment and corporate governance.
Clients include venture capital and private equity investors, fast‑growing startups and scaleups with high technological and IP intensity. The team specialises in cutting‑edge sectors such as software, hardware, e‑commerce, cybersecurity, data analytics, AI/robotics, blockchain, digital business models, deep tech, biotechnology, healthcare IT, fintech, proptech, entertainment, lifestyle businesses and green tech.
In the past year, the practice has strengthened its market position, receiving its first public recognitions and awards, achieving significant revenue growth—becoming the firm’s fastest‑growing division—and expanding the team with new profiles. The department is proud of its know‑how, precision and proven ability to close successful transactions that support clients’ continuity and growth.
Provided by Chambers
EJASO is equipped to handle venture capital and private equity matters. It offers specific expertise in M&A transactions, seed rounds, joint ventures, licensing deals and other contractual work. The team assists investors and start-ups who are active in the e-commerce, healthcare, cybersecurity and technology spaces.
Provided by Chambers
EJASO advised Sensia Solutions on a strategic capital increase backed by the A&G Energy Transition Tech Fund and SETT. The matter value was quoted at EUR19 million.
Provided by Chambers
They really understand customer needs and vision. They offer interest alignment, close contact and sincerity.
EJASO is focused on the details and specialized in complicated transactions from a technical point of view. It is also good at coordinating many shareholders' interests.
The law firm houses a wide range of professionals dedicated to the project, with friendly and responsive service provided in a short timeframe.
Provided by Chambers
César Espert is a well known lawyer in the Spanish Venture Capital space. He assists clients with complex private equity transactions, including pre-deal structurings and advice on financing rounds.
César Espert has consistently demonstrated an outstanding balance of service quality, sophistication and commercial awareness.
He is very committed and he does help us a lot.
As soon as César is involved, we know that we don't have to be worried.
I love working with César. He is a problem-solver.
Jose Ignacio Saldarriaga assists clients with the drafting and negotiating of strategic agreements as well as with financing rounds of key transactions in the Spanish venture capital market.
Jose Ignacio Saldarriaga's advice is very nuanced and thoughtful.
He is a great professional with a deep experience which allows him to provide best in class advice.
Private Equity: Venture Capital
Private Equity: Venture Capital
Provided by EJASO
Daniela Leal Vargas
José Ignacio Saldarriaga Alonso
César Espert Rodríguez
Jose Ignacio Saldarriaga
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