Employment: Elite - Spain
What the team is known for
The law firm Simmons & Simmons houses a reputable employment law practice in Spain. The team is experienced in advising on a variety of labour issues arising from the closure of business plants affecting a large number of workers. The harmonisation of working conditions and the design of internal policies also form part of the firm's offering. Simmons & Simmons is further respected for its ability in complex terminations and dismissals of top executives as well as their hiring. Clients also benefit from the firm's experience in works council negotiations.
Strengths
"Simmons & Simmons has provided very strong clarity and certainty of responses and actions to be taken."
Work highlights
Simmons & Simmons advised Novartis Farmaceutica on collective dismissal negotiations.
Notable practitioners
Juan Calvente handles a variety of mandates ranging from collective bargaining agreements and negotiations with trade unions to corporate reorganisations. He is also an experienced litigator.
Eduardo Peñacoba is a trusted adviser due to his expertise across a broad spectrum of employment law. He assists with labour matters arising from corporate transactions, including contentious cases.
Jesús Gimeno advises on a range of labour law mandates throughout Spain, covering contentious and non-contentious matters.
Carmen Torres assists with a variety of employment issues, including transactional support and misconduct at work cases. "Carmen is well liked by our team. She is approachable, quick to respond, sticks to estimates and delivers."
Álvaro Zaldívar is an associate to watch who assists with labour aspects of transactional work as well as investigations. "Álvaro provides great customer support."
