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Tax: Litigation | Europe

Spain

The below Tax: Litigation rankings table provides market-leading insights on the top ranked lawyers and law firms whose advice and legal services can be purchased in Spain. The rankings are the result of extensive research by our internal research team, who conduct interviews with in-house counsel, other third-party experts and private practice lawyers who have worked alongside them. Use our table and ranking system to identify the most suited provider of legal services for you.

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Senior Statespeople

  1. Abelardo Delgado
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    Abelardo Delgado
    Garrigues | Tax: Litigation
    2025 | Senior Statespeople | 19 Years Ranked

    Senior practitioner Abelardo Delgado is a highly respected figure in the tax legal market and has longstanding experience representing clients in significant tax disputes.

  2. Felipe Alonso Fernández
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    Felipe Alonso Fernández
    Pérez-Llorca
    Pérez-Llorca | Tax: Litigation
    2025 | Senior Statespeople | 19 Years Ranked

    Felipe Alonso Fernández is recognised by market commentators for his expertise in litigation and in advising private individuals on tax issues.

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Band 1

  1. Clara Jiménez
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    Clara Jiménez
    Pérez-Llorca
    Pérez-Llorca | Tax: Litigation
    2025 | Band 1 | 18 Years Ranked
    Clara Jiménez is regularly instructed on substantial tax disputes. She also assists with non-contentious tax mandates, particularly those involving tax audits and corporate income tax.
  2. María Antonia Azpeitia
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    María Antonia Azpeitia
    Baker McKenzie
    Baker McKenzie | Tax: Litigation
    2025 | Band 1 | 17 Years Ranked
    A leader in the indirect tax space, María Antonia Azpeitia is instructed by prominent clients to advise on tax audits and VAT exemption issues as well as regulatory matters. She also acts on tax litigation mandates.
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Band 2

  1. Julio César García
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    Julio César García
    KPMG Abogados
    KPMG Abogados | Tax: Litigation
    2025 | Band 2 | 7 Years Ranked
    Julio César García specialises in tax litigation, representing companies from a wide range of industries.
  2. Miró Ayats
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    Miró Ayats
    Cuatrecasas
    Cuatrecasas | Tax: Litigation
    2025 | Band 2 | 17 Years Ranked

    Miró Ayats is well-reputed tax lawyer in the Spanish market, who notably handles key contentious matters for the department's clients. Based in Barcelona, he represents energy, banking and hospitality clients in proceedings related to corporate income tax, tax neutrality regimes and tax depreciation matters.

  3. Rafael Calvo Salinero
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    Rafael Calvo Salinero
    Garrigues | Tax: Litigation
    2025 | Band 2 | 8 Years Ranked
    Rafael Calvo Salinero divides his practice between contentious and transactional tax matters involving multiple jurisdictions.
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Band 3

  1. Francisco Conde
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    Francisco Conde
    Garrido
    Garrido | Tax: Litigation
    2025 | Band 3 | 3 Years Ranked
    Francisco Conde is experienced in the defence and representation of clients before the Spanish tax authorities. He is also noted in the tax planning of corporate groups.
    Key sectors
    Business and Professional Services|Family Offices and High Net Worth
  2. Ignacio Arráez
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    Ignacio Arráez
    MAIO Legal
    MAIO Legal | Tax: Litigation
    2025 | Band 3 | 12 Years Ranked
    Ignacio Arráez of MAIO Legal regularly advises clients on tax elements of M&A deals as well as on transfer pricing. He is also noted for tax litigation.
  3. Javier Povo Martín
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    Javier Povo Martín
    Pérez-Llorca
    Pérez-Llorca | Tax: Litigation
    2025 | Band 3 | 3 Years Ranked

    Javier Povo Martín primarily assists clients with tax litigation proceedings, especially those related to tax restructurings. His client base includes family businesses as well as key companies active in the energy and real estate sectors.

  4. 3
    Maximino Linares
    EY Abogados
    EY Abogados | Tax: Litigation
    2025 | Band 3 | 1 Years Ranked

    Maximino Linares enters the rankings this year due to strong market support. He notably represents clients in tax matters at various court levels, including before the Supreme Court.

  5. 3
    Miguel Cremades
    Uría Menéndez
    Uría Menéndez | Tax: Litigation
    2025 | Band 3 | 6 Years Ranked
    Miguel Cremades is recognised for his contentious tax practice. He assists with tax audits and inspections in connection with international taxation, representing major corporate names.
  6. Miguel Munoz
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    Miguel Munoz
    Cuatrecasas
    Cuatrecasas | Tax: Litigation
    2025 | Band 3 | 1 Years Ranked

    Miguel Munoz enters the rankings this year due to his notable activity assisting a range of clients with tax administration and VAT mandates.