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Competition/European Law - Spain

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What the Team is Known For

Latham & Watkins is recognised for its participation in key competition matters in the Spanish market. The team is well placed to represent clients before the CNMC in infringement cases, as well as assisting with appeals against sanctions imposed by the authority. In collaboration with its network of international offices, it also advises clients on merger clearance and foreign direct investment filings. Additionally, the law firm assists clients with the antitrust compliance aspects of commercial agreements and state aid issues. Its client list comprises domestic energy players, investment managers and healthcare and telecoms companies.

Work Highlights

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  • Latham & Watkins obtained conditional EU Phase II merger clearance on behalf of Orange for its joint venture with MásMóvil, valued at EUR18.6 billion.

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Notable Practitioners

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José María Jiménez-Laiglesia
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José María Jiménez-Laiglesia
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Outstanding lawyer José María Jiménez-Laiglesia deals with the full gamut of competition law work. His practice covers high-profile merger control and foreign direct investment procedures, as well as behavioural matters, and he has notable experience representing clients in appeals against CNMC decisions before the Spanish Supreme Court.

José María Jiménez-Laiglesia is simply outstanding.

José María Jiménez-Laiglesia is an excellent lawyer who inspires absolute confidence in me.

José María Jiménez-Laiglesia is the most brilliant lawyer in antitrust in Spain.

He is super aware of what we are doing, which is why he provides a really good service.

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José María Jiménez-Laiglesia
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José María Jiménez-Laiglesia
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