Javier Villasante
About Javier Villasante
Javier Villasante is a lawyer based in Madrid, ES and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in Spain™ since 2009. Javier Villasante is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Madrid, Spain
- Corporate and Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- Family Business Law
- Investment Funds
- Private Equity Law
Current Firm: Cuatrecasas SLP
Location: Madrid, ES
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