Francisco Solchaga, Araoz & Rueda partner since 2007, joined the firm as an associate in 2000 after two years as an associate at Uría Menéndez, where he acquired experience in mergers and acquisitions and securities markets.

Francisco is specialized in energy, advising on numerous projects relating to the promotion and financing of wind and solar plants. He has also extensive experience in mergers and acquisitions and securities markets. 

Included in the list of "Best Lawyers in Spain" in the category of Natural Resources in 2009 and last edition (2010) edition of the prestigious legal directory Best Lawyers.

 

"Recommended Individual" in Energy in Corporate/M&A in Chambers & Partners Global Guide 2011 edition: Francisco Solchaga concentrates on M&A and enjoys a successful practice in the renewable energy sector.

"Recommended Individual" in Energy in Chambers & Partners Europe Guide 2010 edition: This compact Madrid-based firm has a small but steady flow of project finance work. The practice focuses on the financing of solar power farms in Spain. Sources speak highly of practice head Francisco Solchaga, who, having focused on renewable energy deals for several years, has acquired excellent legal and technical knowledge of the sector. 

"Recommended Individual" in Corporate/M&A in Chambers & Partners Global Guide 2010 edition: Francisco Solchaga is a younger partner who has caught the eye of several clients.

"Recommended Individual" in Energy in The Europe, Middle East & Africa Legal 500 2010 Edition: Araoz & Rueda has niche expertise in renewable energy, particularly solar plants. Clients praise the team´s "response, support and commitment". The team is led by "outstanding partner" Francisco Solchaga.

"Recommended Individual" in Energy in Chambers & Partners Europe Guide 2009 edition: Peers identify this firm as an active player in the projects market, concentrating predominantly on the energy industry and working on photovoltaic projects on the side of the sponsors. Partner Francisco Solchaga leads the practice. 

"Recommended Firm" in Energy in PLC Which Lawyer? 2009 edition.