Department profile
Hogan Lovells

Arbitration

Global Guide 2026 : Spain


Hogan Lovells

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Arbitration - Spain

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

Hogan Lovells boasts a dispute resolution department offering extensive coverage of international arbitration. Its lawyers regularly act in both civil and commercial arbitration proceedings. The team has additional capabilities in international and domestic arbitration, including ICSID and local proceedings.

Work Highlights

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  • Hogan Lovells International represented the Republic of Chile in a EUR550 million investor-state arbitration before the Spanish courts.

Strengths

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  • The department is distinguished by a unique combination of real global reach, deep sector knowledge and a culture of cross-office and cross-functional collaboration across practice areas.

    Arbitration respondentGlobal
  • The firm has excellent commitment and dedication.

    Arbitration respondentGlobal
  • I could mention so many of Hogan Lovells' strengths, including their knowledge and the way they studied the case.

    Arbitration respondentGlobal
  • Hogan Lovells offer technically impeccable legal advice. They also have a thorough understanding of their clients' business and strategic priorities, allowing them to provide practical solutions.

    Arbitration respondentGlobal
  • Hogan Lovells' preparation is meticulous. The team are highly attuned to the needs of the business, offering practical, strategic advice that consistently reflects sound commercial judgement.

    Arbitration respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • Up and ComingSilvia Martínez Sastre
    Up and ComingSilvia Martínez Sastre

    Silvia Martínez Sastre

    Silvia Martínez Sastre represents international clients in commercial post-M&A and investment arbitrations. She is also active advising Spanish clients in the construction, infrastructure and energy sectors.

    • It's always a pleasure to work with Silvia. I think she is very detail-oriented and conscientious in her analysis.

      Arbitration respondentGlobal
    • Silvia is a brilliant lawyer.

      Arbitration respondentGlobal
    • Silvia Martínez Sastre's technical knowledge is very much worth highlighting.

      Arbitration respondentGlobal
    • Silvia is an excellent lawyer with spectacular legal and technical knowledge. You can completely trust her.

      Arbitration respondentGlobal
  • Associates to watchAlejandra Ruiz de Apodaca
    Associates to watchAlejandra Ruiz de Apodaca

    Alejandra Ruiz de Apodaca

    Alejandra Ruiz de Apodaca is especially active in international arbitrations. She acts as counsel before leading arbitral institutions such as the ICC and CIAM in the construction, energy and engineering sectors.

    • With strong experience in technical arbitrations, Alejandra is very valuable in any team.

      Arbitration respondentGlobal
    • Alejandra has very clear ideas. It's a pleasure to work with her.

      Arbitration respondentGlobal
    • Alejandra Ruiz de Apodaca's work is great. She has the case perfectly organised and her interventions in the arbitration are really good.

      Arbitration respondentGlobal
  • Associates to watchAlejandro Montanero
    Associates to watchAlejandro Montanero

    Alejandro Montanero

    Alejandro Montanero is recognised by both international and domestic clients for his work in arbitration proceedings before the Spanish civil and commercial courts.

    • Alejandro provided answers quickly and consistently.

      Arbitration respondentGlobal
    • Alejandro Montanero is highly skilled, dynamic and very good in cross-examinations.

      Arbitration respondentGlobal
    • Alejandro provided support throughout the process.

      Arbitration respondentGlobal
    • Alejandro Montanero is truly committed. He pays attention to the client and takes the time to explain things, which is really important.

      Arbitration respondentGlobal

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