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Garrigues

TMT: Telecommunications

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Garrigues

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TMT: Telecommunications - Spain

Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Garrigues maintains a well-known TMT practice covering a wide spectrum of matters. The team advises on IT outsourcing, data protection regulatory compliance, data transfer agreements and privacy mandates, as well as blockchain and cybersecurity issues. The law firm further handles telecoms infrastructure issues such as submarine cable projects and dark fibre lease agreements. Its lawyers advise on production agreements and advertisement and broadcasting mandates. Its client base comprises domestic and international clients, including software developers and energy providers.

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Work Highlights

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  • Garrigues acted on behalf of Advent International to minimise data security risks surrounding the sale of the Donte Group. The law firm carried out due diligence and analyses of data protection structures.

Strengths

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  • The lawyers are truly knowledgeable about the processes for managing GDPR incidents. They bring great value to the resolution process. It is a top firm in these matters, and it has more than proven it.

    TMT: Telecommunications respondentEurope

  • Garrigues is our go-to law firm. I appreciate the advice they provide, which is characterised by rigour, approachability and a practical focus. I value its ability to answer questions clearly.

    TMT: Telecommunications respondentEurope

  • Garrigues houses a very comprehensive team covering all tech specialties. It has a very pleasant and responsive team, which shows a consistently high level of expertise.

    TMT: Telecommunications respondentEurope

  • Whenever we encountered obstacles with the transaction, the Garrigues team offered solutions that helped us make decisions that benefited our business. Thanks to this, we achieved a successful close.

    TMT: Telecommunications respondentEurope

  • Garrigues is a firm that has earned our trust. Overall, we are very satisfied with its services. The partners who assist us have a high level of sophistication and experience in complex matters.

    TMT: Telecommunications respondentEurope

Notable Practitioners

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  • Alejandro Padin
    Alejandro Padin

    Alejandro Padin

    Alejandro Padin is a highly regarded lawyer who offers expert knowledge of Spanish and European NIS regulations and data protection compliance. He frequently advises clients on cyber incidents and data breach regulations.

    • Alejandro Padin is very good and pragmatic.

      TMT: Telecommunications respondentEurope
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  • Carolina Pina
    Carolina Pina

    Carolina Pina

    Carolina Pina regularly advises on copyright matters as well as broadcast content regulations, also acting for companies from the media and entertainment sector on contentious and non-contentious topics.

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  • Javier Marzo
    Javier Marzo

    Javier Marzo

    Javier Marzo commands respect for his experience in regulatory issues, as well as in cross-border transactions. He also offers advice on telecoms infrastructure topics and sector-related litigation.

    • Javier Marzo is a great lawyer who is also a business adviser with extensive knowledge of the industry in which we work.

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  • José Ramón Morales
    José Ramón Morales

    José Ramón Morales

    Barcelona-based José Ramón Morales offers a strong practice that covers IT support on M&A transactions, as well as advice on outsourcing agreements, cybersecurity issues and software licensing topics.

    • José Ramón Morales has a deep understanding of the subject. He's approachable and knowledgeable about his clients. He makes difficult things easy. He instills confidence in his approach.

      TMT: Telecommunications respondentEurope

    • José Ramón Morales is a highly experienced tech lawyer. He remains alert, curious and exceptionally responsive.

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  • Antonio Muñoz Vico
    Antonio Muñoz Vico

    Antonio Muñoz Vico

    Up-and-coming lawyer Antonio Muñoz Vico frequently assists clients with advertising and regulatory issues in the audiovisual media industry.

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  • Katiana Otero
    Katiana Otero

    Katiana Otero

    Katiana Otero is a principal associate, playing a supporting role in significant data protection mandates.

    • Katiana Otero is an excellent professional and has good interpersonal skills.

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