José Antonio Sánchez Dafos

José Antonio Sánchez-Dafos advises clients on cross-border M&A and private equity transactions, particularly involving the technology sector.

He combines deep local experience with a sophisticated understanding of global transactions to guide major international and Spanish private equity funds and companies on:

- Mergers, acquisitions, and disposals

- Leveraged buyouts

- Add-on acquisitions

- Joint ventures

- Advising management

- SPAC-related transactions

José Antonio anticipates potential transactional hurdles and creates efficiencies that close deals. Drawing on his international education and extensive global transactional experience, he serves as a trusted advisor who understands clients’ strategic needs on a global scale.

José Antonio represents venture capital funds as emerging companies navigate the corporate life cycle, from raising venture capital to exit or listing.

A recognized leader at the firm, he serves as Chair of the Global Technology Committee. He previously served as Local Chair of the Corporate Department in Madrid, as well as on the Associates Committee. Outside the firm, he teaches postgraduate M&A courses at IE Law School and Carlos III University.

He maintains an active pro bono practice, including helping charitable organizations incorporate in Spain.