Employment: Elite

Senior practitioner Federico Durán López is highly recognised as a practitioner with an incredible breadth of expertise in employment matters. He is also respected for his academic career.

"Federico always provides us with creative solutions. He is always at the disposal of the company to shed light on and solve the legal and strategic problems raised."

"Federico's ingenious solutions and solid knowledge make it a luxury to be able to count on his personal and direct advice."

As one of Spain's leading employment law experts, Rosa Zarza regularly advises on collective bargaining agreements, labour force restructurings and the employment aspects of M&A transactions. Designing internal policies in wake of the COVID-19 pandemic also falls within her area of expertise.

"Rosa is clever, and she has a very wide vision of the labour market and the company and of the sector we work in. She helps us with the best strategies to defend us and prevent conflicts."

"Rosa's leadership is remarkable. She always shows sensitiveness and flexibility even on the most difficult matters."

"She is the best professional in labour issues that I have found nationwide. I have been working with her for many years."

"Rosa stands out for her experience, reliability and technical skills. She is very analytical, which is really important in legal matters."

Top-ranked lawyer Adriano Gómez García-Bernal is renowned for his prowess in handling complex employment mandates including corporate reorganisations and related employee transfers. He is also adept at handling collective bargaining agreements.

"Adriano's performance is impeccable and extraordinary. He always provides us with solutions and creative arguments."

"Adriano is an excellent professional with a close relationship with the clients. His advice is always at levels of excellence."

"He is a great professional with solid knowledge and experience, who transmits security to the client."

Rafael Giménez-Arnau is held in high esteem for his prowess in handling complex labour investigations and collective lay-off matters.

"Rafael's personal skills during negotiations and proposing strategic positions in cases are outstanding."

"Rafael encompasses all traits that I consider a good labour partner should have, namely knowledge, common sense and being very balanced."

José Manuel Mateo is well versed in handling M&A-related employment cases and employee transfers, and also assists with complex dismissals of top executives.

"José Manuel is polite, assertive, highly experienced and and has strong knowledge."

"He is very good - he's clear and knows the legislation very well."

Ángel Olmedo is known for advising Spanish clients on M&A-related employment cases.

"Ángel is an excellent processional with a high level of expertise and fantastic results."

"We must highlight his deep knowledge and his ability to adapt to the client, especially in the face of surprises and urgent queries."