Biography

José María Alonso advises clients on the regulatory aspects of complex corporate transactions and litigation against Spanish public administrations and administrative courts.

He draws on nearly a decade as a Spanish State Attorney to guide private equity firms and large corporates on Spanish public law matters and EU regulation, particularly in the financial, energy, and infrastructure industries, including:

Regulatory aspects of M&A
Public law concessions, permits, and authorizations
Foreign direct investments
Public procurement matters
Environmental law issues

Leveraging his experience at the Ministry of the Presidency and Public Administration and his work as Technical General Secretary of Spain’s Ministry of Economy and Business, he combines a deep understanding of the European market with a commercially driven approach to transactions.

About Latham & Watkins

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We bring together the world’s best legal talent in every major jurisdiction to shape the deals and win the disputes that transform markets. Our experience at the cutting edge of commercial, financial, and legal innovation enables us to deliver results that fuel our clients’ success.  

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