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Andersen welcomes a new partner in EU Regulatory, Competition Law and Public Affairs

July 10, 2025

We are pleased to announce that Miguel Ángel Caramello-Álvarez has joined our firm as a Partner in EU regulatory, competition law, and public affairs.

Andersen welcomes a new partner in EU Regulatory, Competition Law and Public Affairs

Miguel is a seasoned lawyer with over 15 years of experience in the fields of Competition Law, State aid, European and international Rail Transport Law, as well as EU Public Policy. He advises a diverse client base, international companies, professional associations, and public entities, facing complex legal and regulatory challenges in a constantly evolving European context.

His practice includes as well foreign direct investment, foreign subsidies, public procurement, market access and regulatory compliance strategies. Miguel regularly represents his clients before the European Commission as well as before both national and international regulatory authorities.

Before joining Andersen, Miguel held senior positions in leading international law firms and professional associations in Brussels. He notably served as Chief Legal Officer of the Community of European Railways and Infrastructure Companies (CER), where he led major legal and regulatory initiatives across the European rail sector.

In parallel, Miguel shares his expertise as a visiting lecturer at the European College of Parma, where he teaches EU Transport Policy to postgraduate students.

Admitted to the Bar in Pamplona (Spain) and registered with the Brussels Bar (E-list), Miguel combines in-depth knowledge of national and EU legal frameworks with a strategic vision of institutional and policy-related issues.

Miguel’s arrival is a major asset for our firm. His cross-disciplinary expertise, dedication, and ability to anticipate legal and policy challenges further strengthen the services we offer and the strategic support we provide to our European and international clients.

We look forward to continuing the development of our firm alongside Miguel and thank our clients for their continued trust.

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