Department profile
Garrigues

Sport

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Garrigues

Rankings

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Sport - Spain

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For
Garrigues is a transactional powerhouse regularly retained by a range of high-profile athletes and sports entities, often from the football sector. The team advises on player transfers, including assistance with employment and tax aspects. The lawyers are active on IP matters, acting for clubs and individuals on image rights and sponsorship agreements. The law firm offers expertise advising on club financing and assisting with M&A transactions.

Strengths

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  • Garrigues has extensive experience and detailed knowledge of both governing laws and private regulations. It provides solutions that are legally robust and commercially sound.

    Sport respondentEurope
  • Beyond their technical expertise, what truly stands out is the closeness, continuous attention and personal commitment. They approach matters with dedication and care as if the business was their own.

    Sport respondentEurope
  • We feel very well protected by the team we work with. We see great determination, knowledge and experience in each of its members.

    Sport respondentEurope

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Félix Plaza
    Band 2Félix Plaza

    Félix Plaza

    Félix Plaza assists clients with tax issues in the sporting sector. He has further experience advising on investments into clubs and the establishment of new competitions.
    • He is one of the best advisers I've met. In addition to his vast experience in the industry, he is also committed and has a complete vision.

      Sport respondentEurope
    • Félix is a lawyer with a global and quick understanding of situations and an ability to focus on solutions.

      Sport respondentEurope

Ranked Individuals at Garrigues (1)

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