Félix Montero climbs to the top tier this year due to market support and visibility. He regularly acts as lead counsel in high-stakes arbitration as well as advising on a range of disputes in the construction, sport and energy sectors.

"Working with Félix has always made us feel on the safe side, both in terms of the assessment of matters as well as helping the client understand the strategy and way forward."

"Félix Montero's broad experience in litigation and arbitration, and dedication to the cases entrusted to him, makes him one of my first choices, especially for complex matters."

"He's a business-oriented, practical litigator."

Guillermina Ester climbs a tier as a result of strong market support. She regularly advises clients in the banking, automotive and private equity sectors on contractual, competition and shareholder disputes.

"Guillermina has proven her great skill in dealing with extremely complex legal matters."

"I would like to highlight Guillermina Ester, who has demonstrated both an enormous capacity for work and the capacity to learn, as well as exceptional legal aptitude. She also has a lot of technical knowledge. Her commitment is one of her most important qualities."

Ignacio Santabaya is experienced in multi-jurisdictional disputes involving shareholder, contractual and insolvency proceedings.

"Ignacio has great technical knowledge and a practical and efficient vision of the issues we entrust to him. He supports our work with his proactive and imaginative responses."

Arancha Barandiarán supports the team on litigation matters for clients active in the areas of real estate and construction, with a focus on insolvency situations.

"Arancha Barandiarán defends arguments with credibility and passion."