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Eversheds Sutherland

Corporate/M&A: Mid-Market

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Eversheds Sutherland

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The Corporate and M&A Department is led by 4 partners with extensive experience in international firms and recognition in the Spanish legal market. The team is complemented by one of counsel, one of counsel, two legal directors, and 8 experienced lawyers.

We offer our clients comprehensive services in the planning and execution of corporate mergers and acquisitions, tailoring our approach to the specific characteristics of each transaction and the parties involved, such as financial investors, private equity firms, distressed companies, and family businesses. In recent years, we have participated in both complex, multijurisdictional operations and mid-market domestic transactions.

Our approach is based on rigorous, results-oriented practice, focused on achieving our clients' objectives, whether they are buyers, sellers, or management teams. We accompany our clients from the initial conception of the transaction to the final integration of the acquired business, ensuring that each stage meets their expectations and business goals.

Additionally, our department provides ongoing support in corporate matters, contracting, and general commercial advice, thanks to our expertise in commercial law and jurisprudence.

Industries (8)

  • TMT
  • Real Estate
  • Financial Services
  • Industrial
  • Healthcare
  • Infrastructures, construction & transport
  • Education
  • Consumer

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Corporate/M&A: Mid-Market - Spain

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Eversheds Sutherland is a well-respected firm with a significant network of international offices and boasts particularly strong ties to the UK market to attract cross-border corporate mandates. The law firm is well placed to assist with joint venture projects, share capital deals, and corporate reorganisations and restructuring deals. Its client list comprises private equity houses and corporates with activity in the energy, automotive and consumer goods sectors.

Work Highlights

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  • Eversheds Sutherland acted for China Railway Construction Corporation International Investment on its 75% shareholding acquisition of Grupo Aldesa.

Strengths

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  • In addition to the team's knowledge, I value the quality of its service.

    Corporate/M&A: Mid-Market respondentEurope
  • Eversheds Sutherland provides excellent local law expertise and practical advice. It is very responsive and thorough.

    Corporate/M&A: Mid-Market respondentEurope
  • Eversheds Sutherland stands out for its depth of analysis, speed and negotiating skills. It offers the perfect package.

    Corporate/M&A: Mid-Market respondentEurope
  • The firm advises and guides clients from jurisdictions outside of Spain in a way that fully takes into account the client's prior experiences and requirements.

    Corporate/M&A: Mid-Market respondentEurope
  • Eversheds is distinguished by its technical knowledge and impeccable soft skills to push the deal in delicate moments.

    Corporate/M&A: Mid-Market respondentEurope

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Carlos Pemán
    Band 2Carlos Pemán

    Carlos Pemán

    Carlos Pemán is recognised for his ability to advise clients from the energy, infrastructure and technology sectors on acquisitions in the mid-market sector.

    • Carlos is very professional and knows the client really well. He is a pleasure to have on your side.

      Corporate/M&A: Mid-Market respondentEurope
    • Carlos Pemán has deep knowledge of this area, and has experience and practical vision derived from that. This makes the work easy.

      Corporate/M&A: Mid-Market respondentEurope
  • Band 2Juan Diaz Hidalgo
    Band 2Juan Diaz Hidalgo

    Juan Diaz Hidalgo

    Juan Diaz Hidalgo regularly assists clients with mid-market cross-border share and asset acquisitions as well as joint ventures.
    • Juan Diaz Hidalgo is very helpful. We are happy to have him on board.

      Corporate/M&A: Mid-Market respondentEurope
    • Juan is a highly approachable, solution-oriented lawyer with a strong commercial mindset. He has a client-focused approach, knowing how to translate complex issues into pragmatic solutions.

      Corporate/M&A: Mid-Market respondentEurope
    • He is an excellent lawyer.

      Corporate/M&A: Mid-Market respondentEurope
    • My opinion of Juan could not be more favourable.

      Corporate/M&A: Mid-Market respondentEurope
  • Band 4Diego Cruz-Villalón
    Band 4Diego Cruz-Villalón

    Diego Cruz-Villalón

    Diego Cruz-Villalón has notable experience in mid-market cross-border transactions in the pharmaceutical, manufacturing and financial services sectors. He further advises clients on corporate restructurings.
    • We are grateful to Diego Cruz-Villalón for such great cooperation!

      Corporate/M&A: Mid-Market respondentEurope
    • Diego knows us very well and can pick things up really quickly, which is so helpful.

      Corporate/M&A: Mid-Market respondentEurope

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