IN-HOUSE TEAM OF THE YEAR
Aena
El Corte Inglés
Grupo Visabeira
Hipoges
HP
Iberdrola
Inditex
Microsoft
Repsol
TAP Air Portugal
Santander España
Stellantis
Telefónica

IN-HOUSE COUNSEL OF THE YEAR
Pablo Blanco Pérez – Repsol
Pablo Bolinches – Stellantis
Gerardo Codes – Iberdrola
Asier Crespo – Microsoft
Pablo de Carvajal González – Telefónica
Isabel Fernandes – Grupo Visabeira
Alfonso Gallego – Pfizer
Borja García Ruiz – Iberdrola
Silvia Madrid – UniCredit
Jorge Muñoz – Telix Pharmaceuticals Limited
Alicia Muñoz Lombardía – Santander España
Noelia Palacios Melle – Hipoges
Javier Ramírez Iglesias – HP
John Rigau – PepsiCo
Carlos Sanz Mallo – El Corte Inglés
Manuela Vasconcelos Simões – TAP Air Portugal

IN-HOUSE TEAM OF THE YEAR AUTOMOTIVE & TRANSPORT – in collaboration with Squire Patton Boggs
Arriva
astara
BMW Portugal
DHL
Ford
MercedesBenzEspaña
OUIGO
Renfe
Transfesa
ANA – Aeroportos de Portugal
MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company
OGMA-Indústria Aeronáutica de Portugal
Porsche
Renault
SEAT
Stellantis
TAP Air Portugal

IN-HOUSE COUNSEL OF THE YEAR AUTOMOTIVE & TRANSPORT – in collaboration with Squire Patton Boggs
Tiago Almeida – OGMA-Indústria Aeronáutica de Portugal
Pablo Bolinches – Stellantis
Sébastien Coquard – MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company
Isabel Fernández de Córdova Cerveró – Arriva
Daniel Figuerola – Ferretti – DHL
Julia García Navarro – Transfesa Logistics
Isabel Gómez Calleja – Renfe
Llanos Manzanares Galean – astara
Carlos Menor – Renault
Teresa Mínguez Díaz – Porsche
Patricia Miranda Villar – OUIGO
Víctor Manuel Sánchez Álvarez – SEAT
Manuela Vasconcelos Simões – TAP Air Portugal
Javier Vives – Ford

IN-HOUSE TEAM OF THE YEAR BANKS & FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS
Allfunds Bank
Banco CTT
Banco Santander
Banco Comercial Português
Bank of China
Bankinter
BBVA
Bit2Me
BNP Paribas
Citi
Deustche Bank
Euronext
Getnet Europe
Haitong Bank
Hipoges
Intrum
LandCo
Novo Banco
N26
Pictet Alternative Advisors
Portugal Capital Ventures
Santander España
SONAE
UniCredit
Visa

IN-HOUSE COUNSEL OF THE YEAR BANKS & FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS
Patrícia Afonso Fonseca – Novo Banco
Teresa Almeida Mota – Bankinter
António Amaral de Medeiros – Banco Comercial Português
María Jesús Arribas – BBVA
Messaoud Benabdelouahad – Pictet Alternative Advisors
João Augusto Teixeira – Bit2Me
Isabel Charraz – Citi
Pedro Freitas Oliveira – SONAE
Carlos Gardeazábal Ortiz – BNP Paribas
Silvia Madrid – UniCredit
Alicia Muñoz Lombardía – Santander España
Catarina Gonçalves Oliveira – Banco CTT
Marta Oñoro – Allfunds Bank
Noelia Palacios – Hipoges
Carlos Romero-Girón – Banco Santander
Corinna Scatena – Getnet Europe
Javier Somoza – LandCo
Francesca Spreafico – Visa
Ana Suárez Garnelo – Intrum
Vanda Valente – Bank of China
Paula Viegas Rosa – Portugal Capital Ventures
Isabel Vidal – Euronext

IN-HOUSE TEAM OF THE YEAR CHEMICAL & PHARMACEUTICAL – in collaboration with Eversheds Sutherland
Alliance Healthcare
Almirall
Arthrex
Atrys
Bayer Hispania
Bial Portugal
ESTEVE HEALTHCARE
Fresenius Kabi
Fresenius Medical Care
Gilead Sciences
Luz Saúde
ISDIN
MENARINI Group
Novartis
Novo Nordisk Pharma
Pfizer
Roche
Siemens Healthcare
Telix Pharmaceuticals Limited
The Janssen Pharmaceutical Companies of Johnson & Johnson
Uriach

IN-HOUSE COUNSEL OF THE YEAR CHEMICAL & PHARMACEUTICAL – in collaboration with Eversheds Sutherland
Hugo de Almeida Pinho – Siemens Healthcare
Pablo Bassols – Fresenius Kabi
Ana Bayó Busta – Bayer Hispania
Gabriela Camuñas Caruana – Atrys
Marta Codony – Almirall
Fátima Correia da Silva – Elementis Global
Hugo de Almeida Pinho – Arthrex
João Ferreira Rebelo – Luz Saúde
Alfonso Gallego – Pfizer
Daniel Girona – ESTEVE HEALTHCARE
Azucena González Olivera – Alliance Healthcare
Ainhoa Madrazo Rotger – ISDIN
Jose Manuel Ramos Naveira – Novo Nordisk Pharma
Jorge Muñoz – Telix Pharmaceuticals Limited
Elisabet Rojano-Vendrell – MENARINI Group
Zina Safer – Uriach

IN-HOUSE TEAM OF THE YEAR CONSUMER GOODS MANUFACTURING
BAT
CELSA Group
Grupo Fertiberia
FLUIDRA
Henkel Ibérica
IKEA
Leroy Merlin España
Robert Bosch España
Super Bock Group
Tabaqueira
The Navigator Company
Urbaser
Verallia

IN-HOUSE COUNSEL OF THE YEAR CONSUMER GOODS MANUFACTURING
Fabiola Gallego Caballero – Urbaser
Alejandro Garcia-Casal Anderte – Robert Bosch España
Pontus Hallengren – Henkel Ibérica
Cristina Hernández Tielas – BAT
Mercedes Lara – CELSA Group
Juan Maggio Mas – Leroy Merlin España
Maximino Montero – Fluidra
Iván Muñoz López de Carrizosa – Grupo Fertiberia
António Neto Alves – The Navigator Company
Paulo Nuno Oliveira – Super Bock Group
Beatriz Peinado Vallejo – Verallia
Natália Galvão Veiga Rebelo – IKEA
Alexandra Reis – Tabaqueira

IN-HOUSE TEAM OF THE YEAR E-COMMERCE & RETAIL – in collaboration with Ceca Magán
Amazon
Carrefour Spain
Decathlon
El Corte Inglés
Farfetch
GLOVO
Grupo Dia
Huawei Consumer Business Group
IKEA
Jerónimo Martins
KIABI
L´Oréal
Lidl
MERCADONA
Uriach

IN-HOUSE COUNSEL OF THE YEAR E-COMMERCE & RETAIL – in collaboration with Ceca Magán
Sergio Arribas Sacristán – Carrefour Spain
Dorothée Choussy Serzedelo – L´Oréal
Lucía Conde – Huawei Consumer Business Group
Pierpaolo di Lorenzo – Amazon
João Fachana – Farfetch
Jose Luis Iglesias – Decathlon España
Ana Kleba – Lidl Portugal
Carlos Martins Ferreira – Jerónimo Martins
Patricio Morenés Hoyos – Grupo Dia
Natália Galvão Veiga Rebelo – IKEA
Juan Riego Vila – Carrefour Spain
Ursula R. Rodriguez Robles -KIABI
Zina Safer – Uriach
Carlos Sanz Mallo – El Corte Inglés

IN-HOUSE TEAM OF THE YEAR ENERGY – in collaboration with Ambar Partners
ACCIONA Energía
Applus+
Atrys
BayWa r.e. Projects España
EDP España
Enagás
Endesa
Endesa Portugal
Galp
Grenergy Renovables
Greenvolt Group
Iberdrola
Lightsource bp
Moeve
Naturgy
Recurrent Energy
REN
Repsol
Solarig
Técnicas Reunidas

IN-HOUSE COUNSEL OF THE YEAR ENERGY – in collaboration with Ambar Partners
Borja Acha Besga – Endesa
Antonio Adami – Recurrent Energy
Marta Almeida Afonso – REN
Eva Argilés – Applus+
Pablo Blanco Pérez – Repsol
Marta Castro – Galp
Clara Cerdán Molina – Solarig
Gerardo Codes – Iberdrola
Lara Cuervo-Arango – BayWa r.e. Projects España
Javier Ferrando de Martín-Pinillos – Grenergy Renovables
Pelayo Echevarría Ybarra – EDP España
Manuel García Cobaleda – Naturgy
Borja García Ruiz – Iberdrola
Alma Gómez Valdés – Técnicas Reunidas
Sara Gonçalves – Endesa Portugal
Santiago Martínez Garrido – Iberdrola
Fernando Reina – Lightsource bp
Raquel Rocha – Greenvolt Group
José Aurelio Téllez Menchén – Cepsa
Diego Trillo – Enagás

IN-HOUSE TEAM OF THE YEAR ENTERTAINMENT & SPORTS – in collaboration with Cerejeira Namora, Marinho Falcão
Atlético de Madrid
Clever Advertising
FC Barcelona
Impresa
LaLiga
Secuoya Content Group
Solverde Casinos & Hotels
Sony Music Entertainment
The Walt Disney Company
Universal Music Group

INHOUSE COUNSEL OF THE YEAR ENTERTAINMENT & SPORTS – in collaboration with Cerejeira Namora, Marinho Falcão
Maria João Faisca – Impresa
Álvaro Gil Baquero – Atlético de Madrid
Bernardo Lacerda – Solverde Casinos & Hotels
María José López Lorenzo – LaLiga
Carlos López Martín de Blas – Secuoya Content Group
José Manuel Maza – Real Madrid
Pere Lluís Mellado – FC Barcelona
Marina Orizaola Celorrio – Universal Music Group
Leticia Rodríguez Etcheverria – The Walt Disney Company
Alberto Simões – Clever Advertising
Isabel (Urzáiz) Azlor de Aragón – Sony Music Entertainment

IN-HOUSE TEAM OF THE YEAR FASHION, LUXURY, DESIGN
Bimba y Lola
Camper
Desigual
El Corte Inglés
Farfetch
Inditex
KIABI
Puig

IN-HOUSE COUNSEL OF THE YEAR FASHION, LUXURY, DESIGN
Esteban Buldú Freixa – Camper
Carolina Fabregat – Puig
João Fachana – Farfetch
Javier Monteoliva – Inditex
Oliver Ribera – Desigual
Ursula R. Rodriguez Robles -KIABI
Carlos Sanz Mallo – El Corte Inglés
Guillermo Zulueta – BIMBA Y LOLA

IN-HOUSE TEAM OF THE YEAR FOOD & BEVERAGE
Beam Suntory
Campofrio Food Group
DANONE
Grupo Dia
Grupo Lactalis
Mahou San Miguel
Mcdonald´s Portugal
Mondeléz International
Nestlé
PepsiCo
Pernod Ricard España
The HEINEKEN Company

IN-HOUSE COUNSEL OF THE YEAR FOOD & BEVERAGE
Pino Bermúdez – Beam Suntory
Ana Patricia Carvalho – Nestlé
Francesc Casajuana Cuscó – DANONE
María Cobián – Grupo Lactalis
Marta García Alba – Campofrio Food Group
María Leis Mayán – Pernod Ricard España
Pilar Marchán – Mondeléz International
Beatriz Martínez-Falero García – Mahou San Miguel
Ignacio Mendoza – The HEINEKEN Company
Patricio Morenés Hoyos – Grupo Dia
Carmen Neira – PepsiCo
Filipe Neves – Mcdonald´s Portugal
John Rigau – PepsiCo
Luis Rodrigues – Nestlé

IN-HOUSE TEAM OF THE YEAR INFRASTRUCTURE & CONSTRUCTIONS
Aena
AUDASA
Acciona Construcción
CEMEX Latam Holdings
Cosentino Group
dst group
Ferrovial
Globalvia
Grupo Visabeira
José de Mello
Martifer Group
Mota-Engil
Propav Infraestructuras
Sacyr
Técnicas Reunidas

IN-HOUSE COUNSEL OF THE YEAR INFRASTRUCTURE & CONSTRUCTIONS
Alfonso Aguirre Diaz-Guardamino – Sacyr
Cameron Beverley – Mota-Engil
Cristina Castro Vela – Aena
Jorge Cuervo Vela – Cosentino Group
María de los Reyes Escrig Teigeiro – Aena
Fernando Díaz Barco – Sacyr
Isabel Fernandes – Grupo Visabeira
Alma Gómez Valdés – Técnicas Reunidas
Pablo Hernández Lahoz Ortiz – Aena
Sergio Hormigos – Globalvia
Marcos Felipe Macedo – Propav Infraestructuras
Maximino Montero – Fluidra
Geerte Hesen – Ferrovial
Ana Piera Gomez – Acciona Construcción
Inês Filipa Serra – Martifer Group
Daniel Ventin – Abertis Infraestructuras
Vanessa Villamor Labandeira – AUDASA
Sandra Vizcaíno Cantón – CEMEX Latam Holdings

IN-HOUSE TEAM OF THE YEAR INSURANCE
Allianz Partners
ASISA
AXA
AXA XL
bolttech
Fidelidade – Companhia de Seguros
Generali
Liberty Mutual Surety
Linea Directa Aseguradora
MAPFRE
VidaCaixa
Zurich Santander Insurance America

IN-HOUSE COUNSEL OF THE YEAR INSURANCE
Jose Miguel Alcolea Cantos – MAPFRE
Telma Candeias – bolttech
Anna Casas Fort – VidaCaixa
Ángel Luis Dávila Bermejo – MAPFRE
Vladimir de Saint André – AXA XL
Elia Esteban García-Aboal – ASISA
Charo Fernández-Ramos Oca – Generali
Pablo González Schwitters – Linea Directa Aseguradora
Isabel Lage – Fidelidade – Companhia de Seguros
Joaquín Pons Maicas – Zurich Santander Insurance America
Javier Sastre-Estevez del Gallego – Liberty Mutual Surety
Nuria Sobrino Lajo – Allianz Partners

IN-HOUSE TEAM OF THE YEAR REAL ESTATE
AccorInvest
Alting Grupo Inmobiliario
dst group
Grupo Casais
idealista
JLL
Metrovacesa
Pictet Alternative Advisors
Realia Business
Sareb
Solvia Inmobiliaria

IN-HOUSE COUNSEL OF THE YEAR TEAM REAL ESTATE
Carla Bodião – JLL
Marjorie Colas – AccorInvest
Manuel Luis Gonçalves – Grupo Casais
Pilar Martin Bolea – Metrovacesa
Miguel Martin-Calama – Pictet Alternative Advisors
Almudena Moreno Herrero – Realia Business
Vanessa Rubiras Valenzuela – Alting Grupo Inmobiliario
Raquel Uroz Rodríguez – Solvia Inmobiliaria
Andrea Viale – idealista

IN-HOUSE TEAM OF THE YEAR SERVICES & CONSULTANCY
Accenture
ANV
Applus+
BIP
Deloitte
Idealista
Minsait
Novabase
Servinform
SONAE
Unisys

IN-HOUSE COUNSEL OF THE YEAR SERVICES & CONSULTANCY
Eva Argilés – Applus+
Lodovico Bianchi Di Giulio – BIP
Rita Branquinho Lobo – Novabase
Pedro Freitas Oliveira – SONAE
Nieves García – Accenture
Marta García Rodríguez – Unisys
Luís Graça Rodrigues – Minsait
Jochi Jiménez – ANV
Joana Pinto – Accenture
Juan Venegas – Servinform
Andrea Viale – Idealista

IN-HOUSE TEAM OF THE YEAR HIGH TECH & TELECOM – in collaboration with Abreu Advogados
Amadeus
Bit2Me
Critical Software
Critical TechWorks
Dell Technologies
Grupo Visabeira
Hewlett Packard Enterprise
Hispasat
HP
Huawei Consumer Business Group
IBM
Lenovo
MASORANGE
Microsoft
Minsait
Nokia
OLX
Oracle
Salesforce
Samsung Electronics
Siemens
Telefónica
Teleperformance

IN-HOUSE COUNSEL OF THE YEAR HIGH TECH & TELECOM – in collaboration with Abreu Advogados
Rita Branquinho Lobo – Novabase
João Augusto Teixeira – Bit2Me
Lucía Conde – Huawei Consumer Business Group
Asier Crespo – Microsoft
Pablo de Carvajal González – Telefónica
Manuel Delgado – Dell Technologies
Maria Echeverria-Torres – Nokia
Isabel Fernandes – Grupo Visabeira
Javier Folguera – Hispasat
Sonia Frias Marques – Critical Software
Ana Gomez Ruiz- Amadeus
Luís Graça Rodrigues – Minsait
Juan Luis Delgado – MASORANGE
Mafalda Mascarenhas Garcia – IBM
Fernando Ortega – Siemens
Adriano Peloso – Lenovo
Lidia Peyrona – IBM
Javier Ramírez Iglesias – HP
Montserrat Serra Puntí – Seidor
Joana Simões Ferreira – Oracle
Joao Frederico Taborda – Minsait
Ana Valdivieso – Hewlett Packard Enterprise
Paloma Moura – OLX

IN-HOUSE TEAM OF THE YEAR PUBLISHING & MEDIA
Facebook
Grupo Planeta
Impresa
Mediaset España
MOGAMBO PRODUCTIONS
Novabase
Paramount
Secuoya Content Group
Unidad Editorial
Vocento

IN-HOUSE COUNSEL OF THE YEAR PUBLISHING & MEDIA
Cecilia Álvarez – Facebook
Lidia Barrera – Unidad Editorial
Enrique Blanco Gómez – Vocento
Luis Elias – Grupo Planeta
Maria João Faísca – Impresa
Teresa González Ercoreca – Paramount
Carlos López Martín de Blas – Secuoya Content Group
Mónica Martínez Marqués – Mediaset España
Carlos Segovia Martín – MOGAMBO PRODUCTIONS

IN-HOUSE TEAM OF THE YEAR TRAVEL & TOURISM
Accor
AccorInvest
Amadeus
Grupo Visabeira
Melia Hotels International
Mercan Capital Portugal
Minor Hotels
OUIGO España
Parques Reunidos
Solverde Casinos & Hotels
TAP Air Portugal
W2M WORLD2MEET

IN-HOUSE COUNSEL OF THE YEAR TRAVEL & TOURISM
Cristina Carro Werner – Parques Reunidos
Marjorie Colas – AccorInvest
Inês Costa Moura – Mercan Capital Portugal
Isabel Fernandes – Grupo Visabeira
Fernando Forteza de la Fuente – W2M WORLD2MEET
Mariana Garcia Fernandez de Mesa – Accor
Ana Gomez Ruiz- Amadeus
Diana Kraft – Amadeus
Bernardo Lacerda – Solverde Casinos & Hotels
Patricia Miranda Villar – OUIGO España
Inês Moser – Minor Hotels
Mariano Pérez de Cáceres – Melia Hotels International
Manuela Vasconcelos Simões – TAP Air Portugal

The winners of the Iberian Lawyer 2024 Gold Awards were announced during the gala ceremony held at the Wellington hotel.

In their eighth edition, the Gold Awards recognized, once again, the excellence amongst in-house professionals in Spain and Portugal.

The Gold Awards have been granted considering the most important sectors of activity in the economy, distinguishing in each category the best legal team and the most outstanding lawyer of the year.

The winners were the following:

IN-HOUSE TEAM OF THE YEAR

Santander España

The in-house team at the European Bank with the highest market capitalization represents a stellar combination of legal knowledge and business insight. Renowned for their vast experience, this team is highly regarded as exceptionally skilled within the industry.

IN-HOUSE COUNSEL OF THE YEAR

Pablo Blanco Pérez – Repsol

The strategic legal guidance of the general counsel has been essential in navigating the intricate regulatory landscape this year. Moreover, the legal department reached a significant milestone by becoming one of the first in Spain to incorporate a generative AI platform into its operations.

THOUGHT LEADERSHIP

Julia A. García Navarro – Transfesa Logistics

Experienced lawyer with over 25 years in corporate and regulatory affairs, she is recognized for her strategic approach and exceptional interpersonal abilities in managing complex legal issues.

IN-HOUSE TEAM OF THE YEAR AUTOMOTIVE & TRANSPORT

in collaboration with Squire Patton Boggs

SEAT

The in-house department operates comprehensively within the company’s activities, actively supporting its growth journey amid a challenging external environment and competitive landscape.

IN-HOUSE COUNSEL OF THE YEAR AUTOMOTIVE & TRANSPORT

in collaboration with Squire Patton Boggs

Teresa Minguez Diaz – Porsche Ibérica

Under the guidance of the professional, the team manages domestic and international transactions in legal, compliance, and data protection, ensuring smooth navigation through complex business processes and regulations.

IN-HOUSE TEAM OF THE YEAR BANKS & FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS

BBVA

Showing strong expertise, the team’s recent performance has played an important role in driving the company’s success and solidifying its position in a competitive market.

IN-HOUSE COUNSEL OF THE YEAR BANKS & FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS

Silvia Madrid – UniCredit

The professional manages legal, compliance, and data protection areas, leveraging her extensive experience to effectively resolve complex legal issues while demonstrating proactive problem-solving skills.

IN-HOUSE TEAM OF THE YEAR CHEMICAL & PHARMACEUTICAL

in collaboration with Eversheds Sutherland

Pfizer

The team excels in efficiency and professionalism with clients and colleagues worldwide, using a forward-thinking approach that integrates technology to enhance efficiency and focus on strategic counsel.

IN-HOUSE COUNSEL OF THE YEAR CHEMICAL & PHARMACEUTICAL

in collaboration with Eversheds Sutherland

Ana Bayó Busta – Bayer

A distinguished general counsel in the pharmaceutical market, celebrated for dynamic expertise, a committed approach, strong leadership, and a history of proven success.

IN-HOUSE TEAM OF THE YEAR CONSUMER GOODS MANUFACTURING

Henkel Ibérica

The legal team demonstrated a seamless blend of legal expertise and business priorities in a highly regulated market, skilfully addressing various issues and launching a series of important initiatives.

IN-HOUSE COUNSEL OF THE YEAR CONSUMER GOODS MANUFACTURING

Alexandra Reis – Tabaqueira / Philip Morris International

A strategic expert who combines extensive legal expertise with sharp business acumen to deliver insightful guidance, earning high praise from peers over the past year.

IN-HOUSE TEAM OF THE YEAR E-COMMERCE & RETAIL  

in collaboration with CECA MAGÁN ABOGADOS

IKEA

The in-house department consists of experienced lawyers adept at managing complex operations. This team showcases strong business insight and possesses exceptional technical expertise

IN-HOUSE COUNSEL OF THE YEAR E-COMMERCE & RETAIL

in collaboration with CECA MAGÁN ABOGADOS

Patricio Morenés Hoyos – Grupo Dia

Specializing in commercial, corporate, and real estate law, the lawyer has made significant contributions to the In-house team’s leadership in numerous transactions throughout this year.

IN-HOUSE TEAM OF THE YEAR ENERGY

in collaboration with Ambar Partners

Iberdrola

The team has showcased exceptional skills in developing innovative solutions and promoting sustainable practices, establishing itself as a leader in the renewable energy industry

IN-HOUSE COUNSEL OF THE YEAR ENERGY

in collaboration with Ambar Partners

Pepe Téllez Menchén – Moeve

The lawyer showcases exceptional leadership and commitment, leveraging extensive experience to provide legal advice in commercial and corporate law and oversee corporate reorganizations

IN-HOUSE TEAM OF THE YEAR ENTERTAINMENT & SPORTS

in collaboration with Cerejeira Namora, Marinho Falcão

Real Madrid C.F.

The In-house team, known for managing various complex transactions, is distinguished by its exceptional combination of technical skills and business insight.

IN-HOUSE COUNSEL OF THE YEAR ENTERTAINMENT & SPORTS

in collaboration with Cerejeira Namora, Marinho Falcão

María José López Lorenzo – LALIGA

The expert brings a wealth of legal experience and leads the team that advises on all organizational projects, providing essential services to various departments while addressing their specific needs.

IN-HOUSE TEAM OF THE YEAR FASHION, LUXURY, DESIGN

Bimba y Lola

The in-house legal team effectively managed various strategically vital transactions for the company, offering personalized legal counsel that leverages the lawyers’ business-focused approach.

IN-HOUSE COUNSEL OF THE YEAR FASHION, LUXURY, DESIGN

Carlos Sanz Mallo – El Corte Inglés

With over 20 years of experience, the professional is now a leading force behind the dynamic restructuring of the group’s legal services, lea impactful changes and innovative solutions.

IN-HOUSE TEAM OF THE YEAR FOOD & BEVERAGE

The HEINEKEN Company

In a highly regulated market, the legal team showcased an excellent balance of legal knowledge and business needs, effectively navigating a diverse array of challenges.

IN-HOUSE COUNSEL OF THE YEAR FOOD & BEVERAGE

John Rigau – PepsiCo

The general counsel’s expertise in managing complex cases has earned him recognition from peers and the industry, establishing his reputation as a leading figure in the in-house legal field.

IN-HOUSE TEAM OF THE YEAR INFRASTRUCTURE & CONSTRUCTIONS

Acciona

The in-house department is composed of a dedicated and skilled team of expert lawyers who have been pivotal in managing numerous prominent infrastructure operations forward this year.

IN-HOUSE COUNSEL OF THE YEAR INFRASTRUCTURE & CONSTRUCTIONS

Isabel Fernandes – Grupo Visabeira

The professional expertly guides the legal department to ensure alignment with the group’s strategic vision. Her inspiring leadership empowers the team to navigate complex legal landscapes and drive innovative initiatives.

IN-HOUSE TEAM OF THE YEAR INSURANCE

MAPFRE

The in-house department plays a vital role in the company’s operations, expertly navigating a broad spectrum of legal challenges. Their commitment and operational efficiency ensure that they deliver exceptional counsel with precision and impact.

IN-HOUSE COUNSEL OF THE YEAR INSURANCE

Isabel Lage – Fidelidade

She has extensive experience in delivering daily global legal counsel. She handles complex legal issues while effectively managing her team’s workload in the face of changing economic conditions.

IN-HOUSE TEAM OF THE YEAR REAL ESTATE

AccorInvest

The team adapts well to changing client needs and the business environment, implementing innovative strategies to boost legal service efficiency and quality.

IN-HOUSE COUNSEL OF THE YEAR TEAM REAL ESTATE

Andrea Viale – idealista

This legal expert boasts over 15 years of experience and a comprehensive set of technical skills. She provides exceptional legal counsel and insight to all companies within the group across various areas of law.

IN-HOUSE TEAM OF THE YEAR SERVICES & CONSULTANCY

Accenture Portugal

The legal team excels in managing complex transactions, demonstrating their proficiency in intricate deals. Their innovative mindset, digital skills, and business acumen enable them to deliver tailored and effective solutions.

IN-HOUSE COUNSEL OF THE YEAR SERVICES & CONSULTANCY

Rita Branquinho Lobo – Novabase

With extensive experience and excellent business acumen, the professional has directed the legal department in multiple strategic operations across diverse practices in the past 12 months.

IN-HOUSE TEAM OF THE YEAR HIGH TECH & TELECOM

in collaboration with Abreu Advogados

HP

The legal department is distinguished by its business-focused approach, with lawyers adeptly working across various areas of expertise. Under the outstanding leadership of the general counsel, the team is highly regarded in the market.

IN-HOUSE COUNSEL OF THE YEAR HIGH TECH & TELECOM

in collaboration with Abreu Advogados

Ana Gómez Ruiz- Amadeus

Drawing on a solid background of experience and technical expertise, the lawyer has led the team in key initiatives and operations essential to the company’s growth.

IN-HOUSE TEAM OF THE YEAR PUBLISHING & MEDIA

Mediaset España

In a landmark deal for the podcast industry, the legal team of the Spanish media company successfully negotiated a strategic partnership with one of Spain’s leading podcast platforms.

IN-HOUSE COUNSEL OF THE YEAR PUBLISHING & MEDIA

Carlos López Martín de Blas – Secuoya Content Group

With nearly 15 years of leadership, the general counsel has expertly guided the team in various areas nationally and internationally. As a recognized authority in the media and audiovisual sector, he combines legal expertise with business acumen to deliver impactful results.

IN-HOUSE TEAM OF THE YEAR TRAVEL & TOURISM

OUIGO España

The in-house department operates within the company’s activities, managing strategic operations this year. Leveraging the general counsel’s 360-degree perspective, the department delivers swift and innovative solutions.

IN-HOUSE COUNSEL OF THE YEAR TRAVEL & TOURISM

Mariano Pérez de Cáceres – Meliá Hotels International

With many years of experience in the sector, the lawyer has developed a solid reputation for his effective leadership and in-depth knowledge, establishing himself as a respected authority in the field.

IN-HOUSE TEAM OF THE YEAR COMPLIANCE

Mercan Properties

The legal team stands out for its expertise and strategic insight, employing an innovative approach to oversee corporate management for numerous companies while ensuring compliance and alignment with strategic guidelines across various jurisdictions.

IN-HOUSE COUNSEL OF THE YEAR COMPLIANCE

João Augusto Teixeira – Bit2Me

The professional heads the legal and compliance team, gaining recognition in Spain’s cryptoasset sector. This year, under his leadership, the team successfully managed strategic operations, enhancing its reputation in regulatory compliance across Europe and globally.

PROFESSIONAL COMMITMENT

Eva Argilés – Applus+

She leads the group’s legal services, managing operations in over 70 countries and guiding a team of in-house counsels in 9 nations. Her extensive experience and exceptional leadership drive effective legal support on a global scale.

DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

Clara Cerdán Molina – Solarig

As General Counsel, she exemplifies integrity and an unwavering dedication to compliance. Besides this role, she is also a founding member of Women in a Legal World (WLW), dedicated to advancing gender equality in the legal field.

BEST PRACTICE NPLs

Intrum

The in-house team stands out for the experience in managing complex matters and the deep knowledge of the NPLs sector. The lawyers operate with the purpose to bring value to the company, with a structure duly adapted to mitigate risks and to support business.