Madrid-headquartered multinational firm Garrigues was established in 1941. The firm has offices in more than 12 countries across Africa, the Americas, Asia and Europe. The firm is led by its highly regarded managing partner Fernando Vives Ruiz, who also serves as the executive chairman. Garrigues has an exceptional track record Spain, achieving top-tier rankings across core practice areas including banking, debt and equity capital markets, M&A, and restructuring and insolvency.

Highlights 

A notable example of the firm's recent work was its role advising Vodafone Group on the €5 billion sale of Vodafone España to Zegona.

In restructuring and insolvency, the firm advised Petersen in its insolvency proceedings and declaratory proceedings pursued by Argentina and YPF.

The firm also advised Solenis on its $4.6 billion acquisition of Diversey Holdings.

Testimonials

2025

“They have advised us on several project finance transactions. Their experience, knowledge, flexibility and capacity for work are outstanding, and their service is excellent.” -Banking and finance

“They have advised me on several PBSA purchase and sale transactions in Spain.” -Private equity

Clients highlight the team’s expertise and professionalism -Capital markets: Structured finance and securitisation

“The team shows extreme attention to detail, 24/7 availability, out-of-the-box thinking, and strong commitment and professionalism across the whole team.” -M&A

“From our perspective, Garrigues delivers outstanding value through its legal advice and ability to handle complex, high-stakes matters. The firm demonstrates a strong commitment to client service and legal excellence. We therefore have no suggestions for improvement at this time”. -M&A

“It is not possible to compare — there is simply no comparison with Garrigues; they are in a different league.” -Project finance

“They are the most professional in the market, with accredited capabilities, deep knowledge, and the imagination to propose practical solutions.” -Restructuring and insolvency

Marta López Brea and Gonzalo García Fuertes are recognised for their expertise in securitisation transactions and are regarded as highly competent. -Capital markets: Structured finance and securitisation

“Jon Goirigolzarri is very approachable, with strong knowledge, impressive capacity for work, and extensive experience in resolving complicated situations”. -Banking and finance

Arnau Tenas is extremely attentive to all aspects of the deal and seeks to anticipate potential issues before they arise. -Private equity

Naiara Bueno is recognised for her proactivity, transparency, and 360-degree perspective. -Banking and finance

José Luis Ortín Romero is praised for his ownership of all aspects of the transaction, extreme attention to detail, ability to adapt to all kinds of situations and people, and deep technical knowledge. -M&A

Juan González Ortega is recognised for his technical knowledge, politeness, attention to detail, and proactivity. He is also noted for originating additional mandates. -M&A

Fernando Vives is an exceptional legal professional and one of the most prominent corporate lawyers in Spain. He brings a unique combination of strategic vision, deep technical knowledge, and outstanding leadership. His advice is consistently well-reasoned, pragmatic, and tailored to clients’ specific needs and context. What distinguishes Vives is not only his mastery of complex corporate and financial matters—including M&A and corporate governance—but also his accessible approach to client relationships and his ability to manage high-stakes issues with clarity and confidence. His contributions reflect a strong commitment to excellence, innovation, and long-term partnership. -M&A

Álvaro López-Jorrín is recognised as one of Spain’s leading corporate lawyers, with extensive expertise in commercial law, mergers and acquisitions, and corporate governance. He consistently delivers high-quality, solution-oriented advice, even in highly complex and time-sensitive matters. López-Jorrín stands out for his strong analytical skills, deep understanding of clients’ needs, and ability to adapt to diverse legal and business contexts. His approach is practical, efficient, and grounded in sound legal reasoning, while his availability and responsiveness are exceptional. His approachable style also fosters highly effective and trusted client relationships. -M&A

Marcos Botella and Gonzalo Valencia are recognised for their strong negotiation skills and in-depth knowledge of the energy sector. -M&A

“Adrián Thery is the best insolvency and restructuring lawyer in Spain. He has outstanding capabilities, is innovative, and seeks imaginative solutions for arising problems.” -Restructuring and insolvency

“Borja García Alamán is very professional, serious, and highly accurate.” -Restructuring and insolvency

“José Miguel Pinillos leads an excellent team across all aspects, with great legal knowledge and a strong client orientation.” -Project finance