"Language isn't just a tool — it's a way of building trust."
Spanish voices and connections at Baker McKenzie Luxembourg
At Baker McKenzie Luxembourg, diversity is not merely a value; it is an integral part of our daily operations. Within our multicultural team, the presence of Spanish and Hispanophone colleagues significantly contributes to our identity and practices. We are proud to highlight the contributions of Spanish-speaking professionals and the strong connections we maintain with Spain and Latin America. Through personal stories and professional insights, we aim to highlight a small but vibrant community that plays a crucial role in our global success.
Baker McKenzie around the world
With 74 offices in 45 locations, Baker McKenzie is a globally integrated law firm. Our platform allows us to deliver cross-border services while maintaining local roots. The Firm has a global footprint with a strong presence in Spanish-speaking countries.
Baker McKenzie Luxembourg: practice areas and international clients
Established over 15 years ago, our Luxembourg office is known for its expertise in banking and finance, investment funds, corporate/M&A, real estate, tax, employment, and dispute resolution. We regularly advise Spanish-speaking clients, from private equity houses and asset managers to institutional investors and international firms, on matters requiring both technical knowledge and cultural sensitivity.
Our work is inherently international, involving not only Spain but also Latin American jurisdictions, and our team manages this complexity through close collaboration with colleagues in Spain and across Latin America. Spanish, like other languages, enriches our interactions by fostering cultural sensitivity and trust.
Our professionals’ cultural and legal backgrounds strengthen our Spanish/Latin American connections. Many colleagues have studied or worked in Spanish-speaking countries, adding significant depth and nuance to our services.
Portraits of Spanish and Hispanophone colleagues
Antonio Weffer — transfer pricing principal
Antonio is a tax principal. Born in Venezuela, Antonio obtained a law degree, a Master’s and an MBA in Finance, and an LLM from Leiden. He brings a strong connection to the Hispanic world. With more than two decades of experience, he advises multinational enterprises on intricate cross-border tax issues, specializing in transfer pricing, valuation and economic analysis across diverse industries. Recognized by publications such as World Transfer Pricing and The Legal 500 EMEA, Antonio’s leadership contributed to Baker McKenzie Luxembourg being named “Luxembourg Transfer Pricing Firm of the Year” in 2024.
Antonio Merino — senior associate, Tax
In 2011, Antonio began his professional journey in Madrid as a transfer pricing analyst at a major global law firm. This experience in the Spanish capital laid the groundwork for his career before he moved to Luxembourg in 2012. Antonio brings a valuable Spanish legal perspective to his current role as head of indirect taxes. His roots in the Madrid legal scene continue to inform his expertise in international tax matters.
Rafael De Vega Pascual — associate, Banking & Finance
Rafael De Vega Pascual was born in Barcelona and studied law in Valladolid and Madrid, where he started his career and spent three years working in an international law firm. He moved to Luxembourg in 2022 and has been working as an investment funds lawyer since then. Rafael joined our Investment Funds Practice as an associate in 2023 and advises on all matters related to fund structuring and asset management. He is admitted to the Luxembourg (Liste IV) and Madrid bars.
Ramon Nunez — trainee, Tax
In September 2024, Ramon Nunez joined the team as a transfer pricing trainee. Originally from Madrid, he completed his education and graduated with a degree in business administration from Universidad Rey Juan Carlos and a degree in law from Universidad Complutense de Madrid. His studies included a year in Bordeaux and an academic exchange at New York University. Ramon is now enrolled in a master’s program aimed at qualifying him for the Madrid Bar Association.
Ana Vazquez — counsel, Banking & Finance and Real Estate
Ana is a counsel, specializing in banking and regulatory practices. Originally from Zaragoza, Ana began her professional journey in Luxembourg after studying law in Spain and France. With over 20 years of experience in the financial sector, Ana transitioned to become a lawyer at Baker McKenzie Luxembourg. This career move has allowed Ana to leverage her extensive experience in the financial sector to manage multiple clients with diverse needs and expectations.
Teresa Rodriguez — senior associate, Tax
Teresa is a tax lawyer with degrees from Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and Universität Regensburg. After completing a double master’s degree in law and taxation at Centro de Estudios Garrigues, she moved to Luxembourg. She started at a Big Four firm, earning a diploma in taxation and passing the Spanish bar exam. Though initially planning on a short stay, Teresa found Luxembourg’s work environment and opportunities appealing, and it has become her home.
Manuel Labao-Antunes Jimenez — junior associate, Corporate/M&A
Born in Coria, Manuel holds a double degree in business administration and law from Universidad Carlos III, as well as a master’s degree in corporate law from the University of Lisbon. He has spent half of his professional career in Madrid as a legal adviser for start-ups and the other half in Luxembourg. Since 2023, he has been working in the Corporate/M&A department team.
