Joan Hortalà
About Joan Hortalà
Joan Hortalà is a lawyer based in Barcelona, ES and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in Spain™ since 2012. Joan Hortalà is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Barcelona, Spain
- Pricing
- Tax Law
Current Firm: Cuatrecasas SLP
Location: Barcelona, ES
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