Financial regulation
Advice on compliance with applicable regulations for financial institutions, investment products and payment services. Identification of regulatory obligations, adaptation of operations and reduction of non-compliance risks in a particularly demanding regulatory environment.
How we work
Our methodology for this service
Identification of regulatory obligations
We analyse the client's business model and activities to map all applicable regulatory obligations — supervision, reporting, conduct, capital — and their operational impact.
Compliance programme design
We design a financial compliance programme adapted to the client's structure and activity, with policies, procedures and controls that respond to current regulatory requirements.
Implementation and regulatory adaptation
We support programme implementation and advise on continuously adapting the client's operations to regulatory changes, assisting in communications with the Banco de España, CNMV and other authorities.
Defence in supervisory proceedings
We represent the client in supervisory authority proceedings and inspections, building the legal defence against enforcement actions and regulatory recommendations.
Who this is for
Credit institutions, investment services firms, payment institutions and fintechs operating in regulated markets that need ongoing advice to maintain regulatory compliance in a constantly evolving regulatory environment.
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Why MES Legal?
- Specialist lawyers with proven expertise in each practice area
- Offices in Barcelona and Madrid with national coverage throughout Spain
- Results-oriented, practical approach with clear risk management
- Direct professional relationship — no large-firm layers or intermediaries
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