WE ARE PLEASED TO ANNOUNCE WE HAVE MOVED TO NEW PREMISES IN TENERIFE IN CENTRO COMERCIAL TERRANOVA
IN THE SAN EUGENIO AREA – PLEASE CALL ON 922 719 520 FOR DIRECTIONS
Centro Comercial Terranova Avenida de España s/n 312 & 313 San Eugenio 38660 Tenerife
Tenerife is the largest of the dramatic volcanic islands that make up the Canaries – the Spanish Autonomous Community with a population of over 2 million, that swells to over 12 million each year, thanks to the visitors that flock here to enjoy one of the most beautiful places in the world.
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Summer hours – July & August 09.00 – 15.00
Monday to Thursday 10 – 17.30 – no siesta
10.00 – 15.00 Fridays
Kontoradresse
De Cotta Law – TenerifeCentro Comercial Terranova
Avenida de España s/n Locales 312 & 313
San Eugenio 38660
Tenerife
Mail addresse
Centro Comercial TerranovaAvenida de España s/n 312 & 313
San Eugenio
38660 Tenerife
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Maria del Valle Cuesta Colmenar
Valle Cuesta studied at the University of Castilla La Mancha and after working with Banks and law firms based on the mainland and in the Canary Islands she established her own successful practice in Tenerife. Joining Vera Liprandi our partner in the islands and assisted by Ana Sandovichi she is providing experienced advice and legal work in all areas of civil law and also has a small niche practice in criminal law matters.
Valle can assist clients with personal injury claims and family law in the Canary Islands and her experience in the courts in all aspects of litigation is invaluable in dealing with our wide range of clients.
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Giovanni Naranjo Segura
Administrator
Giovanni is in the administrative department, helping part time to keep things running smoothly in the Tenerife office. He speaks English, Spanish and Italian.
He graduated in Advertising and Communications Sciences from the University of Costa Rica and then went on to live and work in New York, gaining expertise in the travel and tourism sector.
Giovanni has since lived and worked in Tenerife for over 15 years where he has developed his art career.
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Vera Liprandi
Lawyer & Office Director
Our multi-lingual team is headed by Vera Liprandi, a dual qualified Spanish (Abogada) & Italian (Avvocato) lawyer. Born in Turin, Italy, Vera studied at the city’s prestigious University Faculty of Law and then went on to take her Spanish Law Degree. This was followed by a Masters in European Union & European Communities.
This impressive academic & legal background is enhanced by genuine, in-depth experience in commercial, property, land, conveyancing & timeshare law as well as business and contract law in the Canaries, Spain & Italy.
Understandably, with this background, Vera is a linguist, having commanded 4 additional languages (English, Spanish, French, and German) to Italian, her mother tongue. You can contact Vera directly by e.mail at [email protected]
When unwinding, she practices Classic and Contemporary Dance and enjoys cinema, theatre, music and art.
Her legal team includes English and Spanish lawyers and a dedicated support team.
Centro Comercial Terranova
Avenida de España s/n Locales 312 & 313
San Eugenio 38660
Tenerife
Centro Comercial Terranova
Avenida de España s/n Locales 312 & 313
San Eugenio 38660
Tenerife

Thomas Cook – Consumer’s Rights
Thomas Cook has finally declared bankruptcy and many consumers and travellers are affected. In particular many travellers who are still in the Canary Islands and consumers who have already paid for their trip but will not be able to travel.

Inheritance tax in the Canary Islands
In Spain there are many autonomous regions and inheritance tax allowances are different depending on the region where the inheritance assets are situated or where the inheritor is fiscally resident. If the inheritor is resident in the Canary Islands or

L’imposta sulle successioni nelle Isole Canarie
Tenerife è sempre stato uno dei posti più attraenti in Europa per acquistare immobili, con un clima meraviglioso, un’alta qualità di vita e spiagge. Ora ha anche uno dei più favorevoli regimi fiscali di successione per coniugi, figli e famiglie.

Compensation for Mortgage payments – Floor clauses
SPANISH MORTGAGE CLAIMS : Following a judgment of the European Court of Justice on 21st December 2016 you may be able to claim compensation from your bank if you have a mortgage containing a “floor clause” which has been held

Latest news on inheritance tax reclaims
In September 2014, the European court has decided that Spain has been discriminating against non residents by charging inheritance tax where a resident would be exempt from tax. The decision in Commission v Spain Case C-127/12 states that this discrimination

ENGLISH INTESTACY LAW CHANGES
IMPORTANT CHANGES TO ENGLISH INTESTACY LAWS The law of England and Wales on intestacy, dying without a will, has been changed. The Inheritance and Trustees’ Powers Act of 2014 has substantially changed the law. Previously where a husband, wife or
Selling your timeshare
When it comes to selling your timeshare, be cautious. If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. They were desperate to sell their timeshare. The management fee had increased over the years, they had not visited the
Tenerife´s Helping Hands Charity Lunch
Vera Liprandi (left) and Isabella Young (right) were pleased to be part of Helping Hands in Tenerife’s Bianco’s Charity Lunch on the afternoon of Saturday the 8th of March. Over 135 foreign residents came together to support the Charity Lunch

De Cotta Law supports campaign against Timeshare Cold Calling
TATOC, Europe’s largest consumer association for timeshare owners, is actively addressing the issue of ‘Cold Calling’. The association is endeavouring to communicate to the widest possible audience that Cold Callers are the biggest single problem affecting the industry. If you
Sandra Wrightson, De Cotta Law appointed an Ambassador for TATOC
Sandra Wrightson of De Cotta Law is just back from attended the annual TATOC Timeshare Conference 2014 in England (7th to 9th March), where she was appointed an Ambassador for TATOC. The association was originally established to assist owner’s committees
How do you choose a lawyer in Spain?
Choosing your legal representative in Spain can be complex. You want some one that speaks your language and understands your culture but also you need some one who can work effectively in the Spanish legal framework. To help you make
Charity Event – Helping Hands – Tenerife
DE COTTA LAW is proud to have been able once again to sponsor and donate to another fabulous Charity Event organised by Liz Montague and supported by many friends of HELPING HANDS on Friday 13th February 2015 at the spectacular
Tenerife´s Helping Hands Charity Lunch
Vera Liprandi (left) and Isabella Young (right) were pleased to be part of Helping Hands in Tenerife’s Bianco’s Charity Lunch on the afternoon of Saturday the 8th of March. Over 135 foreign residents came together to support the Charity Lunch
De Cotta Law’s Tenerife Office to sponsor the 7th CANARIES ANNUAL PAIRS BOWLS CHAMPIONSHIP 2013
Together with independent financial advisors, Blevinsfranks, De Cotta Law in Tenerife is pleased to be sponsoring the 7th ‘Canaries Annual Pairs Bowls Championships’ 2013 at the Tenerife Green Bowls, Winter Gardens, Golf del Sur,on Friday 1st, Saturday 2nd & Sunday
How do you choose a lawyer in Spain?
Choosing your legal representative in Spain can be complex. You want some one that speaks your language and understands your culture but also you need some one who can work effectively in the Spanish legal framework. To help you make