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Garrigues

Employment: Barcelona

Europe Guide 2026 : Spain

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Garrigues

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Employment: Barcelona - Spain

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Garrigues is widely considered a legal powerhouse, with an outstanding labour department that is well versed in a plethora of mandates. The team handles collective bargaining agreements, often in close negotiation with various trade unions, as well as complex collective dismissal and lay-off procedures. It also assists with the modification of working conditions, handling collective claims in relation to employee benefit entitlements and restructurings. Its prestigious client base encompassing multinational players from the automotive, finance, pharmaceutical and food and beverage industries further speaks to the firm's brilliant market position.

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Strengths

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  • Garrigues has a very deep knowledge of the subject, and it adapts it to the reality of our sector.

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  • Garrigues' extensive technical knowledge and practical experience, combined with the internal coordination and specialisation of its team members, guarantee consistent, high-quality attention.

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  • They have a wide team so they have great availability and responses. I would also highlight their rigour and the quality of their advice.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Alberto Blasco
    Alberto Blasco

    Alberto Blasco

    Alberto Blasco is well-placed to handle labour disputes regarding contractual breaches as well as post-merger employee integrations. He has further expertise in advising on salary structurings and collective redundancies.

    • Alberto stands out for his analytical skills, sound legal judgement and practical approach. He is always providing effective and realistic solutions.

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    • Alberto Blasco is an excellent lawyer who combines exceptional technical expertise with constant approachability and availability.

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    • He is a great expert who always offers practical advice with a business-oriented mindset.

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  • Jose Miguel Anies
    Jose Miguel Anies

    Jose Miguel Anies

    Jose Miguel Anies receives positive market feedback for his notable expertise in dismissal claims. He also advises on labour inspections and the employment aspects of commercial mandates.

    • Jose Miguel Anies' commitment is something I would highlight. He is always very present and reachable.

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    • Jose Miguel has a very high technical capacity, which makes you feel very confident because his work is really well analysed.

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    • The level of satisfaction and collaboration with Jose Miguel is very high for all parties, highlighting the quality of the work done so far.

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  • Miguel Ángel Salas
    Miguel Ángel Salas

    Miguel Ángel Salas

    Miguel Ángel Salas is a strong member of the team who leads contentious matters concerning collective claims, dismissals and employee welfare.

    • Miguel Ángel Salas is a very good professional with a high level of knowledge and experience.

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  • Sara Luján Luján
    Sara Luján Luján

    Sara Luján Luján

    Sara Luján Luján is recognised by clients for providing strategic advice on complex employment law matters, including human resources issues and labour relation mandates.

    • Sara combines her legal knowledge with closeness to the client. She is also incredibly quick and practical and has an extreme capacity to make hard things easy.

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    • Sara Luján Luján is fantastic. She's on top of everything and is quick, efficient and pragmatic. She has the know-how to respond with the immediacy and diligence that the business needs.

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