Ashurst appoints new global Board member from Spain

Ashurst has announced the election of María José Menéndez as a new member of the global Board of Directors, effective today

María José Menéndez (pictured) is director of Corporate Operations for CEMEA and leads the firm’s Commercial Law department in Spain. Previously she was also managing partner of the Madrid office. She specialises in Commercial Law and, in particular, M&A, Joint Ventures and Commercial contracts. She also has extensive experience in the Financial sector and national and International Arbitration. María José is one of the most prominent professionals in the Insurance industry in Spain, having advised on many of the most important projects and transactions in the last 20 years.

“I would like to congratulate María José on her appointment,” said global chair Karen Davies. “Her experience, leadership and vision will play a pivotal role in cementing our global success and helping us to fully realise the great opportunities ahead for Ashurst and our clients.”

María José Menéndez commented: “This position is a great opportunity to build on the impressive achievements we have already made, building on our successful track record. I look forward to contributing to the firm’s future strategic decision making and working with the Board and Executive Team to realise our ambitious plans.”

This appointment follows the appointment of Karen Davies as Ashurst’s global chairman.

The Board will comprise global chair Karen Davies (London), global managing partner Paul Jenkins (London/Sydney), partners Phil Breden (Sydney), David Jones (London), Tobias Krug (Frankfurt), Kylie Lane (Melbourne), Maria Jose Menendez (Madrid), Finance director Mark Herbert (London) and independent directors Wu Gang and Robin Lawther.