Alberto Alonso
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Alberto has a strong background in commercial law and corporate governance, making him a key advisor to clients in Spain and internationally
Alberto is a lawyer specialising in commercial, corporate and securities market law, with more than four decades of experience. He has advised on numerous strategic transactions for listed companies, credit institutions, public companies and foundations, as well as in contractual and corporate arbitrations.
Before joining ECIJA, Alberto was responsible for the areas of commercial, corporate and corporate governance law in prestigious firms such as Ramón y Cajal and Baker McKenzie. His professional career has been recognised by international directories such as Chambers & Partners, which highlight him in their respective practice areas.
His experience in legal advice is complemented by his experience on the boards of directors of large corporations. He has been a member of the Board of Directors of Endesa, S.A., as well as of the Audit, Compliance and Related-Party Transactions Committee of Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy, S.A. (2017-2020).
Academic background
- Professor of Commercial Law at the Universidad de Castilla-La Mancha (1988), at the Universidad Complutense de Madrid (1993) and currently at the Universidad Rey Juan Carlos de Madrid since 1999.
- Professor of Commercial Law, Universidad Complutense de Madrid.
Academic activity
- Full Professor and Professor of Commercial Law at the Complutense University of Madrid.
- Ex officio member of the General Codification Commission of the Ministry of Justice.
Acknowledgements
- Recognised by Chambers & Partners as Senior Statespeople in Corporate/M&A (Mid-Market), highlighting his track record and leadership in the market.
- Outstanding lawyer in the areas of Corporate, M&A and Securities Market, according to international reference directories such as Chambers & Partners.
- Recognised by Best Lawyers for his professional excellence in commercial law and capital markets, based on peer reviews in the sector.
- Professional career backed by multiple national and international awards in the field of commercial law and corporate governance.
Languages
- Spanish, English and German
Related services
- Capital markets
- Corporate/Mergers and Acquisitions
- Corporate Governance