Specialising in corporate transaction structuring, wealth planning, and tax audits, B LAW & TAX is a trusted adviser to high-net-worth individuals and businesses from the technology, aviation, and pharma sectors, among others. The team is jointly steered by corporate taxation expert Roland Wilhelm Gsell and tax planning specialist María Pérez Ravina.

Ashurst LLP‘s tax practice maintains a strong position in the Spanish market, advising major domestic and multinational blue-chip companies from the real estate, financial services, and insurance sectors, among others, on the full range of tax matters. The group’s expansive offering covers litigation, transactions, and advisory services, including tax planning and dispute prevention. Spearheading the department is Javier Hernández Galante, who specialises in multijurisdictional transactions, group restructurings, and indirect taxation matters. Ricardo García-Borregón is highly regarded for his expertise in real estate taxation, while Carmen Profitós is the key point of contact for tax litigation. Covering the entire scope of corporate transactions are Jorge Ramírez and Enrique Muñoz. Muñoz is also recognised for his considerable experience advising on tax audits.

Baker McKenzie has a longstanding reputation for its wide-ranging tax capabilities, covering transactional work, global reorganisations, and wealth planning, as well as tax litigation, transfer pricing, and real estate taxation. The team’s broad scope, alongside its ‘international perspective and its ability to coordinate complex cross-border transactions’, attracts instructions from an ever-expanding client base, including market-leading technology, financial services, and energy companies, to name a few. Jointly steering the department are tax litigation and VAT expert María Antonia Azpeitia and Bruno Domínguez, who specialises in tax and wealth planning. Rodrigo Ogea is a name to note for transactional and reorganisation matters, while Javier Blázquez is a key point of contact for e-commerce businesses seeking assistance with tax audits.

A powerhouse in the Spanish tax space, Cuatrecasas is well equipped to handle a variety of high-value mandates both domestically and internationally. The team has particular expertise advising on corporate taxation, wealth management, and tax litigation, while also offering assistance with transfer pricing, indirect taxation, and transaction structuring matters. Ignacio Costa, who heads up the practice, is the main point of contact for tax restructurings, tax planning for corporate reorganisations, and tax inspections, while Fernando Remón is well-versed in financial and real estate taxation. Miró Ayats stands out for his considerable experience in tax litigation. Other key practitioners include corporate tax specialist Antonio Barba, Paz Irazusta, who excels in fund formation matters, and direct taxation expert Miguel Muñoz.

The ‘excellent’ tax team at Garrigues is well-versed in the gamut of tax matters, ranging from tax planning and transactional work to tax litigation and customs issues. With considerable experience advising on a variety of high-profile mandates, both domestically and internationally, the group is retained by a diverse client roster comprising leading companies from a wide range of sectors, including insurance, technology, and energy. Eduardo Abad spearheads the department and stands out for his expertise in financial and insurance tax. He is supported by Carmen Mata, who advises financial services, banking and insurance clients on tax inspections and reorganisations, and Ramón Tejada, who covers all tax aspects relating to capital markets. Gonzalo Rincón is the key point of contact for real estate-related matters, while Ángel García is highly regarded for his tax litigation practice. Isabel Cortés is also noted for her extensive experience in tax disputes.

A reference in the Spanish market for its tax capabilities, Linklaters is regularly turned to by notable multinational businesses operating across an array of sectors, including telecoms, financial services, and energy. The group specialises in handling transactional mandates such as fund formations, refinancings, and M&A, although it also offers assistance with tax investigations and regulatory compliance. Javier García-Pita co-leads the practice alongside Alejandro Meca and is best known for his tax advice in relation to capital markets transactions, restructurings, and M&A. Meca is sought after for his breadth of expertise, which spans real estate transactions, tax litigation, and foreign investment planning and structuring. International tax matters fall under the remit of Álvaro Albiñana. Carlos Olmedo assists corporate and private equity clients with transactional tax matters. Javier Rodríguez is another key practitioner.

Praised by clients for ‘offering practical and personalised solutions’, Uría Menéndez is a one-stop shop for all tax matters, including transactions, litigation, and regulatory issues. The group has extensive experience advising on complex, cross-border mandates and operates across a diverse range of sectors, such as banking and finance, telecoms, and energy. Practice head Víctor Viana is adept at handling corporate tax issues with his caseload spanning M&A, corporate restructurings, and real estate deals. David López is lauded for his expertise in international tax matters and tax planning, while Miguel Cremades is best known for his expertise in tax and collection proceedings. Violeta Pina is a name to note on the tax audit and regulatory fronts.

Clifford Chance leverages the firm’s wider international presence to provide a robust tax offering which encompasses domestic and cross-border M&A, corporate restructurings, capital markets and real estate transactions, as well as tax litigation and tax audits. Alongside its wide-ranging capabilities, the group acts for clients across a broad spectrum of industries, including insurance, financial services, and real estate. The department is under the leadership of Pablo Serrano de Haro, whose practice spans international taxation, investment structuring, and tax litigation. Specialising in the tax aspects of capital markets and banking and finance transactions is Roberto Grau, while Fernando Escribano and Andrea Rubio concentrate on real estate deals.

Praised by clients for its ‘combination of technical excellence, approachability, and strategic vision’, EY Abogados is engaged by a diverse client base which comprises notable names from the financial services, energy, and telecoms sectors, to name a few. The team is turned to for its robust offering, which encompasses transactional work, tax disputes, and transfer pricing issues, as well as tax structuring and regulatory compliance. Spearheading the department is Ramón Palacín, who is highly regarded for his transfer pricing and international tax expertise. He is supported by corporate income tax specialist Araceli Sáenz de Navarrete, controversy and indirect taxation expert Ana Royuela, and Pedro González, who concentrates on audits and tax disputes.

Gómez-Acebo & Pombo, recognised for its ‘complete availability and commitment’, fields a tax team that regularly advises multinational and domestic companies from the banking and finance, energy, and technology sectors, among others, on tax structuring, transactional matters, tax litigation and legislative challenges. Spearheading the practice is Enrique Ortega, who specialises in tax inspections, audits, and corporate transactions. He is supported by international, corporate, and wealth taxation expert Javier Vinuesa; Eduardo Martínez-Matosas, who focuses on transactional tax matters and transfer pricing issues; and Mariana Díaz-Moro, who advises on the tax aspects of investments and wealth management.

Hogan Lovells Spain is home to a robust tax team with considerable experience advising on transaction structuring, international tax planning, and tax litigation. The practice straddles a variety of sectors, with financial services, insurance, and real estate giants featuring on its client roster. Miguel Ángel Sánchez, who heads up the department, is well-regarded in the market for his expertise in tax-finance structures. He is supported by fellow asset finance expert Patricia Sánchez and international tax specialist Juan Garicano. The team also benefits from the aptitude of Alejandro Moscoso del Prado, who concentrates on advising on the tax aspects of corporate restructurings and multijurisdictional M&A.

Market-leading technology, energy, and telecoms companies regularly turn to KPMG Abogados, Spain for assistance with complex, cross-border tax matters, including transaction structuring, administrative proceedings, and tax litigation, as well as transfer pricing, regulatory compliance, and tax audits. The practice is led by managing partner Alberto Estrelles, and also includes Julio Cesar García, noted for his deep knowledge of EU tax, corporate income tax, and tax controversy. Pelayo Oraá is a name to note for tax planning and advisory matters, while José Díaz-Faes specialises in international tax and transfer pricing.

Specialising in cross-border transactions, ranging from M&A and corporate restructurings to real estate and capital markets deals, Latham & Watkins LLP‘s tax department is sought after by relevant players across the financial services, banking, and private equity sectors. Jordi Domínguez and Iván Rabanillo jointly steer the practice and stand out for their considerable transactional experience. Domínguez is a key point of contact for clients from regulated industries — including energy, telecoms, and environmental management — seeking assistance with refinancings, disposals, divestments, and carve-outs, while Rabanillo is noted for his M&A, structured finance, and tax structuring. Other key practitioners in the team include Blanca Vázquez de Castro and Juan Rodríguez.

Pérez-Llorca has a strong reputation for advising on high-value tax matters, including international taxation, corporate tax, tax litigation, and wealth management. With broad capabilities and experience handling cross-border mandates, the group is engaged by clients operating in a wide range of sectors, including financial services, energy, and telecoms. Clara Jiménez heads up the team and stands out for her aptitude in tax litigation, audits, and direct taxation. On the real estate taxation front, Felipe Alonso is the name to note, while Norma Peña i Bagés is a go-to for multijurisdictional M&A advice. José Suárez, Javier Povo, and José Ramón Vizcaíno are among other key practitioners.

Noted for its ‘extensive experience and a deep understanding of the client’s business', A&O Shearman‘s tax practice is a solid choice for clients seeking assistance with the tax aspects of corporate transactions. The group has particular expertise in the tax structuring of M&A, divestments, exits, and restructurings, as well as investments and financings. The ‘outstanding’ Ishtar Sancho oversees the department and concentrates on advising financial institutions on international tax planning and tax elements of financing and refinancing deals. She is supported by tax due diligence specialists Juan José Sánchez, a key contact for corporates and private equity firms, and Marina Granada, who also focuses on transactional tax matters.

With strong capabilities in contentious, non-contentious, and transactional matters, Andersen in Spain‘s tax department is a trusted adviser to family offices, private clients, and domestic and multinational corporates active in a variety of sectors, including logistics, sports, entertainment, and real estate. Borja de Gabriel and Javier de Artiñano jointly steer the practice and specialise in asset restructurings and the tax planning and structuring elements of investments. The team also benefits from the aptitude of tax structuring specialist Pablo Gómez-Acebo, Yago Martos, who advises on tax inspections, and María Olleros, who focuses on international tax mandates.

With a focus on corporate transactions, CMS Albiñana y Suárez de Lezo‘s tax practice is a trusted adviser to leading clients from the financial services, energy, and real estate sectors, among others. Alongside its transactional capabilities, which span domestic and cross-border deals, the group is also adept at handling tax audits and reviews. Diego de Miguel co-heads the department alongside Ricardo Héctor and specialises in contentious-administrative and administrative tax proceedings. Héctor is the primary contact for matters related to M&A, corporate restructurings, and tax planning. The team also benefits from the aptitude of Marta Burgos, who advises on both direct and indirect taxes.

The tax practice at DLA Piper is well equipped to advise on a range of domestic and cross-border tax mandates, including tax structuring, M&A, and transfer pricing, as well as corporate reorganisations, regulatory compliance, and tax disputes. Drawing on its international presence to offer a wide variety of services, the group also has extensive experience assisting clients from an array of sectors such as energy, financial services, and transport. At the helm of the department is César Salagaray, who specialises in transfer pricing and valuation. Miguel Baz is a key contact for international taxation issues and tax structuring.

Turned to by private clients, family offices, and corporates from the telecoms, financial services, and hospitality sectors (among others), Garrido is capable of advising on a wide range of tax matters, including corporate transactions, tax recoveries, and litigation, as well as VAT assessments, audits, and compliance. Francisco Conde co-heads the department alongside Enrique Benavente and Raúl de Francisco, and stands out for his corporate restructuring and tax planning expertise. Benavente is noted for his expertise in cross-border transactional tax mandates, while Francisco is the main point of contact for administrative and litigation proceedings.

PwC Tax & Legal Services is well equipped to advise on the tax aspects of M&A, joint ventures, and spin-offs, as well as cross-border restructurings and transfer pricing issues. Alongside its transactional capabilities, the group also offers assistance with tax litigation, VAT regularisations, and general advisory services. Antonio Sánchez Recio heads up the team and specialises in real estate taxation. He is supported by international taxation experts Javier González Carcedo and Mar Sánchez Mercader. On the M&A front, Carlos Reviriego is the name to note, while Ignacio Quintana Elena focuses on tax audits in the TMT sector.

Praised by clients for its ‘approachability, availability, and ability to translate technical issues into practical solutions that clients can implement’, RocaJunyent‘s key services include transactional tax matters, tax litigation, wealth management and succession planning. The team is also active in international taxation and transfer pricing, white-collar tax offences, and general advisory matters. Practice head Blanca Usón is the main point of contact for multinational corporates and high-net-worth individuals seeking assistance with acquisitions, restructurings, and real estate transactions. Other notable practitioners in the department include Joan de Figarolas, Luis Mas, and Pilar Vacas.

Described as ‘highly competent and dedicated’, the tax practice at Deloitte Abogados is well equipped to advise on transaction-related tax structuring, regulatory compliance, and transfer pricing. The team also has strong expertise in cross-border restructurings, tax litigation, and Pillar II implementation. Its broad and evolving capabilities continue to draw new clients, including businesses across the private equity, energy, and transport sectors. Juan Ignacio de Molina heads up the group and specialises in supply chain issues and tax disputes, with a particular focus on the financial services industry. Jose María Gómez Rosende oversees transactional tax work, with a primary focus on the private equity space, while Jorge Martín Girola Mariño concentrates on tax governance matters. Irene Reoyo Serrano specialises in international taxation.

DWF-RCD is regularly turned to by Spanish and international clients from the technology, telecoms, and energy sectors, among others, seeking assistance with tax planning, corporate transactions, and tax proceedings. Co-leading the practice are tax inspection and collection expert Jorge Sarró, wealth management specialist José María Durán, and Diego Artacho, who is skilled at advising on tax crimes and regulatory compliance. Alejandro Capdevila is a name to note for international tax planning, while Iñaki Silva is adept at handling the tax elements of M&A. The team also benefits from the aptitude of F. Javier Triviño.

Addleshaw Goddard is sought after by private clients and corporates from the sports and entertainment, energy, and financial services sectors, among others, for advice on high-profile transactional tax matters and tax planning. Alberto Ruano leads the department and concentrates on the tax elements of corporate transactions. On the tax audit and tax litigation fronts, Pablo Tejerizo is the key point of contact, while Fernando Jiménez and Covadonga Peréz specialise in tax structuring.

With a robust offering spanning corporate tax, tax litigation, and transfer pricing, as well as indirect taxation, tax criminal proceedings, and international tax planning, CCS Abogados continues to grow its client roster, which comprises businesses from the manufacturing, energy, and financial services sectors, to name a few. Practice head Miguel Caamaño Anido is sought after for his expertise in tax planning and tax litigation. The team also benefits from the aptitude of Carmen Gómez Docampo, who specialises in restructuring and M&A.

Offering ‘excellent advice’ on transaction structuring, regulatory compliance, and corporate reorganisations, Dentons acts for a growing client base featuring notable players from a wide range of sectors, including energy, technology, and automotive. Leading the team is María Cortizas, who stands out for her expertise in transactional matters. She has considerable experience assisting banks and financial services groups with the tax aspects of M&A, capital markets deals, and structured finance, as well as debt restructurings and corporate reorganisations. Diego Carrera is a key contact for insurance clients.

Toda & Nel-lo is home to a ‘dynamic’ team of tax lawyers, capable of advising on corporate tax, international taxation, and family business tax, as well as succession planning and tax litigation. The group’s strengths make it a trusted adviser to high-net-worth individuals, family offices, and businesses from the healthcare, financial services, and technology sectors, among others. Contentious tax expert Ignacio Goytisolo co-heads the department alongside Lourdes Pérez-Luque, who is adept at handling M&A and restructuring projects. Francisco Chamorro is another key contact.

Offering assistance with international taxation, corporate restructurings, and tax litigation, as well as transfer pricing, inheritance tax, and real estate tax, AGM Abogados is a solid choice for private clients, family offices, and domestic businesses. In Barcelona, corporate tax specialist Jordi Rovira co-heads the department alongside transactional specialist Leonardo Cárdenas. Leading the team in Madrid is Ignacio Ruiz, who focuses on regulatory compliance and tax inspection proceedings.

Noted for its ‘personalised attention, prompt responses, and high-quality service’, Araoz & Rueda is a solid choice for corporates and private clients seeking assistance with transactional, contentious, and non-contentious matters. The group regularly advises on M&A, investments, and joint ventures, as well as tax disputes, regulatory compliance, and due diligence. Key practitioners in the team include practice head Javier Prieto, Andrés Máiz, and Elly Wang.

The tax department at Cases & Lacambra has considerable experience advising domestic and foreign businesses, private clients, and family offices on tax audits and litigation, international taxation, and real estate tax matters, alongside the tax elements of transactions. Practice head Ernesto Lacambra specialises in international tax planning related to foreign investments. He is supported by David Navarro, Jorge Del Castillo, and Alberto Gil.

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP‘s tax department supports the wider corporate team, regularly assisting with high-value transactions both domestically and internationally. The group has particular expertise advising on M&A, disposals, and financings for financial services and banking clients. Marta Esteban heads up the practice and specialises in the tax structuring of acquisitions, investments, and reorganisations. Nicolás Martin, who is particularly active in the private equity space, is another key contact in the team.

The tax team at Marimón Abogados is adept at advising private clients, family offices, and businesses on a variety of complex mandates, such as tax refunds, inheritance issues, and special tax regime applications. Wealth and real estate taxation expert Gonzalo González jointly steers the practice alongside Santiago Díez, who is noted for his expertise in tax planning. Álvaro Crespo is another key practitioner.

Bolstered by its 2024 merger with Gómez-Villares Atencia, Montero Aramburu & Gómez-Villares Atencia‘ tax practice advises on transactional, contentious, and non-contentious tax matters. Leonardo Neri Fernández heads up the team and regularly assists family businesses with tax structuring and corporate reorganisations. Specialising in tax litigation is Javier Ortega Trujillo, while Rafael Casado González focuses on succession and estate planning.

Leveraging the firm’s international network, Squire Patton Boggs is equipped to handle cross-border tax matters, ranging from transactions and tax structuring to judicial reviews. The ‘exceptional’ José Aguilar Shea spearheads the group and specialises in M&A, joint ventures, and real estate transactions. On the international taxation front, Marisa Fernández is the main point of contact, while Miguel Nasser is the go-to for tax audits.

Watson Farley & Williams LLP‘s tax department is regularly turned to by energy, real estate, aviation, and maritime businesses seeking assistance with M&A, asset and project finance, and tax disputes. At the helm of the practice is Luis Soto, who focuses on international taxation matters and is well-versed in transactional and contentious work. He is supported by transaction structuring experts Javier Gabiña and Blanca López.