We are often asked whether a couple can choose which country to divorce in and where they will have the greater economic advantage. With the new European regulations a “first come, first served” approach has been taken. A lot has … Continued
The Spanish courts have always had jurisdiction to decide on matters affecting children who are habitually resident here. However for many years this did not necessarily mean that Spanish law would be applied to decisions about custody, visits and maintenance … Continued
Recommendation on Pre nuptial contracts The Law Commission for England and Wales has recommended that pre nuptial contracts – an agreement on financial division of assets during the marriage and in the event of divorce – should become enforceable provided … Continued
This is not an entirely flippant title for this article and it hopefully will make you read on! It is an old adage from UK lawyers who deal with wills that some people would prefer to leave their assets to … Continued
By Reyes Gomez, Lawyer with De Cotta Law in Nerja Following separation or divorce of residents in Spain, there is significant potential for conflict when one of the parents’ wishes to take the child to live with them overseas, for … Continued
Following separation or divorce of residents in Spain, there is significant potential for conflict when one of the parents’ wishes to take the child to live with them overseas, for example back to the UK. This matter must be managed … Continued
Living the dream is what brings families to southern Spain; the more relaxed lifestyle, the favourable climate and the family-friendly culture. Yet for some, there are significant challenges to a stable family life. For example, work and economic factors can … Continued
There have been a lot of stories about the increase in child abduction cases between countries where parents live in different countries or have to leave the country they are living in for economic reasons. Sadly the issue of child … Continued
We are often asked whether a couple can choose which country to divorce in and where they will have the greater economic advantage. With the new European regulations a “first come, first served” approach has been taken. A lot has … Continued
De Cotta Law, the Firm of English Lawyers and Spanish abogados with offices in the Canary Islands and Mainland Spain, are holding an Open Day in Tenerife on Wednesday 18th September 2013, from 9:30 to 17:00. Especially for the Open … Continued
Many people have the idea that “Family law” is for those divorcing or separating and the difficulties of finance. However, the range of family law is much wider. At DMS, we can deal with Spanish and UK work adoption, parenting, … Continued
Family Law News from De Cotta Law. Parental responsibility Parents of children whether married or unmarried always share parental responsibility under Spanish law. A recent change in European legislation means that Spanish law will always be applied to issues of … Continued
