Department profile
Uría Menéndez

Dispute Resolution: Barcelona

Europe Guide 2026 : Spain


Uría Menéndez

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Dispute Resolution: Barcelona - Spain

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Uría Menéndez is a top-tier firm that offers a pre-eminent dispute resolution practice. The firm is highly active in contentious commercial mandates, advising a diverse group of distinguished clients including banks and e-commerce and pharmaceutical companies. Its lawyers also offer significant strength in public and corporate law issues, with further expertise in banking, competition and IP litigation, as well as international arbitration.

Strengths

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  • The firm has the ability to understand the client's ultimate interests and to guide the strategy beyond the team's technical, legal or procedural capabilities.

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  • Uría Menéndez shows technical excellence, extraordinary knowledge of the subject and commitment.

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  • They have a particular sensitivity to matters of interest to the organisation, and their work reflects this sensitivity. They are always available to provide everything we have asked for, even under demanding conditions.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Cristian Gual
    Band 2Cristian Gual

    Cristian Gual

    Head of the international arbitration and litigation department, Cristian Gual is a skilled lawyer who assists clients with damage claims, construction contracts and unfair competition proceedings. He boasts additional expertise and recognition in international arbitration.

    • Cristian Gual takes on matters with a very unique perspective.

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    • Cristian is really impressive. He has deep legal and economic knowledge and is very honest and practical. He is a fantastic lawyer.

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  • Band 3Montiano Monteagudo
    Band 3Montiano Monteagudo

    Montiano Monteagudo

    Montiano Monteagudo is known for advising companies on a range of mandates, including IP disputes, unfair competition and international arbitration proceedings.
    • Montiano combines extraordinary analytical skills with a keen strategic vision. He is known for his sound legal judgment, approachable manner and ability to manage complex matters with clarity.

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    • Montiano Monteagudo showed excellence, a practical and commercial vision, deep technical knowledge and creativity in his proposals. He is an excellent leader.

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  • Band 4Raimon Tagliavini
    Band 4Raimon Tagliavini

    Raimon Tagliavini

    Raimon Tagliavini is the head partner of Uría Menéndez's office in Barcelona. He has a wealth of experience in civil and commercial contract disputes, before both Spanish courts and tribunals, as well as in international arbitration.

    • Raimon approaches each case with an analytical and strategic mind. He stands out for his genuinely client-centric approach and is always seeking practical and effective solutions.

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    • Raimon Tagliavini is a profound and insightful lawyer possessing great technical rigour and precision.

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  • Up and ComingJorge Azagra
    Up and ComingJorge Azagra

    Jorge Azagra

    Jorge Azagra demonstrates a strong commercial litigation focus by supporting his clients with matters related to banking disputes, class actions, unfair competition claims and agreement terminations, amongst other mandates.

    • Jorge Azagra is an excellent lawyer. He is fully dedicated to every issue and is always available to help.

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    • Jorge is an excellent litigation lawyer. He offers business acumen, efficient responses and an ability to understand the complexity of a matter.

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