Publications List

25 2023 Law firms as escrow agents

Law firms as escrow agents in business transactions

An escrow agreement is a contract between 3 parties: the buyer, the seller, and an impartial third party called the escrow agent. The escrow agent holds money or assets until certain terms of the agreement are met. Law firms can act as escrow agents, providing agility, security, trust and cost savings in business-to-business transactions.

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33 2023 General Conditions of Sale or GCS in Spain

General conditions of sale in Spain

The General Conditions of Sale constitute a fundamental contractual document for any company that wishes to operate in the Spanish market. These conditions vary depending on the type of client and the company’s sector of activity.

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48 2023 Recruitment of Highly Qualified Professionals

Recruiting Highly Qualified Professionals in Spain

In recent years, Spain has implemented various legislative changes in the realm of immigration, all geared towards facilitating the recruitment of Highly Qualified Professionals. These changes involve easing the criteria that companies must fulfill and implementing a more efficient processing procedure.

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17 2023 Global transfer of assets and liabilities

Global transfer of assets and liabilities in Spain

The global transfer of assets and liabilities is a type of corporate restructuring transaction that differs from similar operations in various ways, including its consideration. The straightforward nature of this procedure makes it a popular choice for companies seeking to transfer ownership or wind up their operations.

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27 2022 Buyer protection mechanisms in a company acquisition

What are the buyer protection mechanisms in company acquisitions?

Due diligence and representations and warranties clauses allow the buyer to ensure that the seller has provided accurate information about the target company. Based on this information, the buyer can identify any risks involved in the transaction and establish a liability regime in the event of non-compliance.

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39 2022 M&A agreements

Types of agreements in M&A transactions

Contracts make the agreements between parties legally binding and provide certainty to their relationships. In the area of mergers and acquisitions in Spain, it is crucial to be familiar with the most common types of contracts, which can differ depending on the specifics of the transaction.

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