Iban Díez López

Practice Areas

Iban Diez López, partner at Menta Legal, focuses his practice on intellectual property and copyright law, with particular expertise in the audiovisual and media sectors, as well as entertainment and sports. He regularly advises clients on the protection, exploitation and enforcement of IP rights, and on complex contractual arrangements involving content production, distribution and digital platforms. His practice also covers regulatory and commercial aspects of the digital economy, including technology-driven business models and online content. Iban is recognised for his strong industry insight and his ability to deliver pragmatic, business-oriented advice to clients operating in fast-evolving, content-driven and technology-enabled markets.

Professional Memberships

Iban Diez López is a founding member of the Spanish Entertainment Law Association - DENAE and is also a member of the Madrid Bar Association (Ilustre Colegio de Abogados de Madrid - ICAM). He is actively involved in REDI (Red Empresarial por la Diversidad e Inclusión), reflecting his commitment to diversity and inclusion within the legal profession and the broader business community.

Publications

Iban Diez López is the author of numerous articles and publications in the fields of intellectual property and new technologies. His academic and professional contributions include both standalone works and collaborations, notably as co-author of leading publications such as "Comentarios a la Ley General de Telecomunicaciones", "La Nueva Ley de Internet" and "Derecho y Nuevas Tecnologías". He has also contributed to international and sector-specific publications, including "Copyright Litigation"(Thomson Reuters), and has written extensively for specialised journals such as the "Revista DENAE de Derecho del Entretenimiento". His broader body of work reflects a sustained engagement with the legal implications of digital transformation, telecommunications and content-related industries.

Clients

Iban Diez López advises a broad range of clients across the audiovisual and media industry, including top-tier production companies, distributors and other key players spanning the entire value chain of the sector. His practice is distinctly international in scope, acting not only for Spanish clients but also for major multinational companies, particularly those with operations in or strategic interests linked to the Spanish audiovisual market. In addition, he regularly represents influencer agencies, digital content producers and leading on-screen and creative talent in Spain. Iban has been involved in a number of high-profile productions, including La Casa de Papel, El Caso Asunta, Den of Thieves 2, Berlin and Los Farad, which underscores his deep industry expertise and his ability to advise on complex, large-scale and cross-border projects within the entertainment ecosystem.

Industry Sector Expertise

Iban Diez López is widely recognised for his distinctly pragmatic approach to legal advisory work, combining technical excellence with a sharp commercial mindset. Clients consistently highlight his ability to move beyond purely legal analysis and deliver solutions that are closely aligned with business objectives, timelines and industry realities. He is particularly valued for his capacity to anticipate challenges, streamline decision-making processes and translate complex legal frameworks into actionable strategies. His approach is defined by a deep understanding of the commercial drivers underpinning the audiovisual, media and digital sectors, enabling him to act not only as legal counsel but as a trusted strategic advisor. This business-oriented perspective, coupled with his responsiveness and clarity in communication, positions him as a key partner for clients navigating sophisticated and fast-evolving environments.

Expert in these Jurisdictions

Spain

Languages Spoken

Iban Diez López is fully bilingual and is able to advise clients seamlessly in both Spanish and English, ensuring effective communication and coordination in domestic as well as cross-border matters.

Experience

ban Diez López has extensive experience in intellectual property, media and technology law. Since 2018, he has been a partner at Menta Legal. Prior to this, from 2007 to September 2018, he was a senior associate at Gómez-Acebo & Pombo, where he was a key member of the Intellectual Property and Technology practice. Between 2004 and 2007, he worked as a lawyer in the digital division of the Spanish collecting society SGAE, advising on matters related to digital rights and content exploitation. He began his professional career at Cremades & Calvo-Sotelo, where he worked from 2001 to 2004, gaining early experience in media, telecommunications and technology-related legal matters.

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