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In May De Cotta Law attended A Place In The Sun’s property exhibition at the ExCeL London. We answered many questions from property buyers and investors on all the legal issues arising from purchase, sale and rental of properties in … Suite

Last Monday 8 April, the Spanish Prime Minister, Pedro Sanchez, announced that his government wishes to eliminate the Golden Visa. The Golden Visa allows one to obtain Spanish residency by investing in Spain; the minimum investment being the purchase of … Suite

All of our lawyers and administrators always look to provide a friendly and efficient service to our clients. With our 4 offices in Mijas Costa, Nerja, Coin and Tenerife in the Canary Islands we provide a professional service and these … Suite

De Cotta Law partner, Jonathan Sutton recently attended the Five Wealth evening with Bryan Robson at the Radisson Edwardian in Manchester as a guest of Weightmans solicitors. The event was to support the very worthwhile charity Support Dogs. It was … Suite

The law on illegal occupation of property was changed in 2020 in an effort to give better protection to property owners. Unfortunately, while some of the changes have improved the position, once squatters have been in possession for some time … Suite

Prevention is better than cure, as De Cotta Law explains… Owning, running and managing a business in Spain is rewarding and can be challenging. Unpaid invoices and accounts can cause immediate cash flow problems and build up longer term issues … Suite

De Cotta Law can provide a professional and confidential service to residents of Spain We are often asked whether a couple can choose to divorce in England or in Spain, and where they will have the greater economic advantage. Although … Suite

It is often necessary for people living in Spain to apply for a Grant from the Probate Registry of England and Wales. Grants of Probate and letters of administration are issued by the Probate Registry of England and Wales. This … Suite

The Spanish Association of Professionals working in the field of International Child Abduction (Asime) held a Conference in Málaga on 23rd & 24th November.  Our specialist lawyer, Reyes Gomez Llorente attended the event. A number of professionals from different countries … Suite

De Cotta Law were very proud to be one of the sponsors of the X111 Padel Tennis Tournament at Vincci Costa Golf in Chiclana recently. Over 900 people attended at the event over the weekend of 27th to 29th October. … Suite

Despite Brexit, there are still a number of options for British nationals who wish to live in Spain. Three of the most popular visas are the: a)      Non-Lucrative visa (“NLV”);  b)     Golden visa (“GV”); and c)      Digital Nomad Visa (« DNV ») All … Suite