David Franco
About David Franco
David Franco is a lawyer based in Madrid, ES and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in Spain™ since 2012. David Franco is recognized in the following practice area:
- Madrid, Spain
- Corporate and Mergers and Acquisitions Law
Current Firm: Freshfields
Location: Madrid, ES
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