A very recent Supreme Court decision has confirmed previous case law in Spain about developer obligations to off plan purchasers. Unless a contract to purchase a property specifically states otherwise the purchaser has the right to rescind the contract if … Continued
De Cotta Law is a specialist in Spanish property matters and closely follows developments in property law. A recent Supreme Court decision has reinforced the ruling made earlier this year that a purchaser has the right to withdraw from a … Continued
De Cotta Law has a highly effective Personal Injury division, providing legal services not only to foriegn residents, tourists and visitors to Spain, but also professional services to international law firms including UK solicitors. Here we publish an interesting case … Continued
Litigation in Spain and the UK What are the major differences between the two jurisdictions in civil matters One of the main differences is that the pleadings or documents submitted to the court in the English system are shorter and … Continued
For most of us in Spain we turn to a lawyer for life’s more familiar issues; like buying or selling a property; making a claim for an injury; drafting a Will or managing the estate of a loved one during … Continued
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 … Continued
A denuncia is the formal term for advising the authorities of a situation or event that appears to have been a crime which has been witnessed by one or more persons. Everyone indeed has an obligation to make a report … Continued