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Our Insolvency practice enjoys a well-deserved reputation, thanks to its successful participation in the most widely reported insolvency proceedings.

The team specialised in Insolvency Law has advised one of the largest Spanish developers in what to date has been the largest insolvency proceedings in Europe.

The experience arising from the management of complex insolvency proceedings, as well as from other company matters relating to Insolvency law, has meant that our lawyers possess all the qualifications necessary to successfully provide comprehensive advice to the client in the face of any situation arising from insolvency proceedings.

Our areas of action in this field are:

  • Preparation and presentation of insolvency proceedings petitioned by debtors or creditors
  • Disputes and acknowledgments of claims
  • Representation and defence of creditors in all stages of the proceedings
  • Insolvency issues from the termination of freelance or business agreements, and avoidance (clawback) actions
  • Preparation, drafting and negotiation of compositions with creditors
  • Role as insolvency practitioners

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What the Team is Known For

Gómez-Acebo & Pombo is a popular choice for international investment funds that have acquired creditor claims in distressed Spanish companies and are looking to either restructure debt or enforce their security interests through formal insolvency proceedings. The law firm additionally assists key Spanish and international banks with claims against insolvent companies, often teaming up with UK and US law firms to advise on restructuring or insolvency cases that have a significant foreign law component. The team has an established profile in insolvency proceedings, with a team of skilled litigation lawyers.

Work Highlights

  • Gómez-Acebo & Pombo advised an ad hoc group of noteholders on the recapitalisation of the group structure of Consolis Group.

Strengths

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Gómez-Acebo & Pombo is a really well-rounded firm.

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Gómez-Acebo & Pombo is really specialised in restructurings. It offers constructive advice and is really committed.

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Gómez-Acebo & Pombo has a multidisciplinary team that addresses all our needs and is very focused.

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Gómez-Acebo & Pombo has an exceptionally brilliant team with a dedication and commitment that I haven't seen in any other collaborators.

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The firm's experience has been invaluable.

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Notable Practitioners

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Miguel Lamo de Espinosa
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Miguel Lamo de Espinosa
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Miguel Lamo de Espinosa has cultivated an excellent reputation in the restructuring field and regularly represents syndicates of funds and banks in complex cross-border mandates.

We would highlight Miguel's ability to anticipate risks, his negotiating skills and his constant commitment.

Thanks to Miguel's advice and leadership, the transaction was carried out efficiently and satisfactorily for all parties involved.

His in-depth knowledge of complex operations and his strategic approach have been instrumental in achieving the objectives set in a challenging environment.

Miguel Lamo de Espinosa is a top lawyer. He is result-oriented with a very deep understanding of the law. He is the best partner to have in complex situations.

Miguel is a very commercial person who is very dedicated to his work.

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Rodrigo López
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Rodrigo López
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Department co-head Rodrigo López handles contentious insolvency mandates for high-profile clients, often with cross-border elements. He is a highly esteemed lawyer in Spain for his expertise acting for creditors, as well as debtors, in insolvency proceedings.

Rodrigo's knowledge of the law and his practical application of it distinguish him from other lawyers. His calm and practical nature plays a very important role.

Rodrigo's ability to understand the complexity of an issue and to propose and implement solutions to each case is impressive.

Rodrigo is an excellent professional and a great lawyer.

Rodrigo López is really hard working. He is also very technical and detail-oriented.

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Rafael Aguilera
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Rafael Aguilera
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Rafael Aguilera has notable experience assisting with complex debt refinancing and restructuring. His client roster includes domestic and international banks.

Rafael Aguilera has a tremendous understanding of the subject matter.

Rafael has a very good technical level.

Rafael is a very good lawyer.

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Rodrigo López
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Miguel Lamo de Espinosa
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Rafael Aguilera
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