Free disposition of assets has a long tradition in England & Wales and you will have heard stories of wealthy individuals leaving all their assets to friends or even the local dog’s home. In one recent case a Judge had … Continued
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 … Continued
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 … Continued
As a law firm serving the international community in Spain, we are often approached by ‘heir-hunters’ or companies who specialise in tracing lost relatives. Over the last 30 or more years of immigration, residence and property purchase by British nationals … Continued
Valid wills The Spanish notarial system provides more security for those who make a valid will. This is because there is a Central Wills Registry where each notarial will is registered by the notary. The original will is always kept … Continued
Q & A with Jon Sutton, Partner with De Cotta Law 1) Is it necessary for clients who own property in Spain to have a separate Spanish Will? Strictly speaking, it is possible to have one English form will to … Continued
Most ex-patriots from the UK will be acquainted with the fact that if you are domiciled back home, any assets bequeathed to a wife or husband are free of UK inheritance tax under the spouse exemption rule. However, many people … Continued
A will is one of those things that you know you really ought to do but continually put off. In the UK, almost 70% of the adult population does not have a will. In opinion surveys, most people agree that … Continued
Strategic Wills & Probate Services for UK Lawyers Experts In Estates With Assets In Spain, The UK & Offshore Spanish & UK Wills Service – Sign in UK or Spain Inheritance & Probate For Spanish and English Estates Inheritance is … 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
Below is an article from Vera Liprandi of De Cotta Law, Tenerife. For more information, book your FREE consultation on November, Tuesday 13th, during our Open Day, in partnership with BlevinsFranks. Inheritance tax increases for the residents in the Canary … 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