María Elina Verdugo Almeida

Garrigues is an international legal and tax services firm that advises clients locally, regionally and globally from every angle of business law. Garrigues’ strength lies in its team of over 2,000 people working cross-functionally to resolve their clients’ problems. And in the values it shares in the 13 countries in which it operates: top quality service, commitment to ethics and an innovative approach to ensure it is one step ahead of the market’s needs. With the ultimate goal of contributing to generating an environment of certainty and trust that helps businesses develop in a fairer, more ethical, responsible and sustainable society. Our team is made up of two thousand people from twenty-five different nationalities who, under a single integrated management team and with the same quality standards, operate in thirteen countries across Europe, Africa, Asia and the Americas, where we have a well-established office and team structure. All Garrigues lawyers share the same hallmarks: empathy with the client, ongoing dedication to understanding client needs and strict compliance with ethical standards. These qualities, together with their broad experience, training and availability, make us one of the most prestigious and professional law firms in the industry.