Addleshaw Goddard Spain promotes Gonzalo Fernández to Partner in Corporate

Addleshaw Goddard has announced the promotion of Gonzalo Fernández as a new Partner in the Corporate/M&A practice in its Spain office. The appointment strengthens the firm’s organic growth strategy and further consolidates its position in corporate and transactional legal advisory services.

Gonzalo Fernández brings extensive experience in mergers and acquisitions, corporate reorganisations, and strategic advisory work for both national and international companies. Throughout his career at the firm, he has participated in highly complex transactions, standing out for his technical expertise, management capabilities and his contribution to the continued development of the Corporate/M&A team.

Regarding the appointment, Roberto Pomares, Managing Partner at Addleshaw Goddard in Spain, stated: “Gonzalo’s promotion reflects recognition of his outstanding contribution to the firm, both in technical excellence and in business development and team management. His contribution in key areas for the growth of our Corporate and Private Equity practices, as well as his leadership skills and strategic vision, will be essential in strengthening our firm in Spain and consolidating our relationship with the rest of Addleshaw Goddard’s offices.”

Appointment of new Counsels

Addleshaw Goddard has also approved the promotions of Victoria Ruenes as Counsel in the Corporate team and Cristina Esteban as Counsel in the Employment team.

Victoria Ruenes has built a solid career advising on M&A transactions, corporate governance and general corporate matters, participating in complex transactions involving both domestic and international clients.

Cristina Esteban brings extensive experience in Employment Law, with a particular focus on managing labour relations across companies in diverse sectors, restructurings, collective bargaining processes and employment litigation.

In recent years, Addleshaw Goddard Spain has consistently pursued an organic growth model based on the professional development of its lawyers and the retention of internal talent. The latest promotions to Partner and Counsel reflect the firm’s recognition of the commitment, excellence and sustained performance demonstrated by these professionals.

With these appointments, Addleshaw Goddard strengthens its structure in Spain and reaffirms its position as one of the leading law firms in the market. The Madrid office now comprises 16 partners, 9 counsels and a team of more than 70 lawyers.