Band 3
Band 4
Provided by Alonso Hurtado
Alonso has strong expertise in technology, media, and telecommunications, as well as regulatory compliance, making him a key advisor for clients in Spain and internationally. He specializes in IT Compliance, privacy and data protection, cybersecurity, electronic identification, electronic contracting, and compliance risk management.
In addition to his practice, Alonso collaborates with European and Latin American governments on electronic identification, trusted services for electronic transactions, and regulatory frameworks in privacy, data protection, and cybersecurity. He also serves as Second Vice President of the Asociación Española de Compliance (ASCOM), contributing to initiatives aimed at professionalizing the compliance function in organizations.
Co-author of the Memento Derecho de las Nuevas Tecnologías (New Technologies Law Compilation), Editorial Lefebvre – El Derecho (2017).
“Guías legales sobre Internet: Derecho de las tecnologías de la información y la comunicación en entornos empresariales” (“Legal guides on the Internet: IT Law and communication in business environments”), Expansión, 2016.
“He is highly flexible and approachable, ready to provide his support and expertise.” Chambers Europe 2019.
“He is a real expert and tries to understand the problems that we face, you feel like he is going through the process with you” Chambers Europe 2019.
Alonso holds a Law Degree from the Carlos III University of Madrid, where he also completed a Master’s in Telecommunications Law and New Information Technologies, specializing in the regulation of the digital and technology sector. He further enhanced his academic training with studies at the National Distance Education University (UNED), obtaining an advanced qualification in Biotechnology, Biomedicine, and European Union Law.
In addition, he completed an Advanced Master’s in Risk Prevention and Management at the San Pablo CEU University, which provided him with specialized knowledge to assess, mitigate, and manage legal and operational risks in highly regulated industries. This multidisciplinary education underpins his expertise in IT compliance, cybersecurity, and regulatory frameworks, allowing him to advise clients with both legal precision and technical depth.
With more than 15 years of professional practice, Alonso has advised public and private entities, both nationally and internationally, on strategic projects involving privacy, cybersecurity, and compliance. Before joining ECIJA, he developed his career in prestigious institutions providing legal and regulatory compliance advisory services.
He is a registered external expert with the Servicio de Prevención de Blanqueo de Capitales (SEPBLAC) and has advised on asset tokenization processes, as well as on the design of fraud prevention and anti-money laundering programs in the technology sector.
His work has been recognized by international directories such as Chambers & Partners, highlighting his expertise in compliance, technology, and data protection.
Alonso advises a wide range of clients, including multinational corporations, technology companies, public institutions, and regulators, with a focus on industries undergoing digital transformation and subject to complex compliance requirements.
English and Spanish
Provided by Chambers
Alonso Hurtado handles a range of IT matters, including IT procurement processes and compliance.
Provided by Chambers
Alonso Hurtado is very knowledgeable.
Alonso has deep expertise in a wide range of fields. His profound understanding of the cross-functional purpose of compliance, along with his managerial skills, have enabled an efficient relationship.
Alonso Hurtado provides deep knowledge and accessibility.
Alonso Hurtado combines a high-quality service with a timely response. He is able to handle highly complex cases and demonstrates a crucial business acumen.
Alonso Hurtado is able to look after the interests of his clients in an exceptional way as he demonstrates knowledge of not only the regulations, but also of the regulatory bodies.
Alonso Hurtado is very knowledgeable.
Alonso has deep expertise in a wide range of fields. His profound understanding of the cross-functional purpose of compliance, along with his managerial skills, have enabled an efficient relationship.
Alonso Hurtado provides deep knowledge and accessibility.
Alonso Hurtado combines a high-quality service with a timely response. He is able to handle highly complex cases and demonstrates a crucial business acumen.
Alonso Hurtado is able to look after the interests of his clients in an exceptional way as he demonstrates knowledge of not only the regulations, but also of the regulatory bodies.