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BZN LEX INTERNATIONAL LAWYERS is an English Speaking Law Firm situated in Malaga as well as in Alicante and Torrevieja. In this important section of Blog and Case Studies, you will find useful general informative and cutting-edge legal advice, which is based on real Case Studies.
We must clarify that the advice and recommendations contained in this section, do not intend to provide any specific legal advice regarding your own situation. Likewise, we fully realize that every single case is different and it subsequently has its own peculiarities. However, this Blog might prove useful in order to give you a preliminary insight and to point you in the right direction.
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This post is also available in: Français (French)NON-LUCRATIVE VISA & TIE CARDS RENEWAL SPAIN Dear clients & readers We have been receiving a lot of emails lately with regards to the renewal of the VISA & TIE cards process in Spain. For example, please see below an email received just a few days ago: “Dear…
This post is also available in: Français (French)Community debts on sale of a property The buyer of a property facing debts to the Community Dear clients and readers. Our Law Firm currently represents the legal interests of several communities. And many neighbours ask us if the buyer of a property is responsible for the debts…
This post is also available in: Français (French)Which queue should the non-EU spouse go through to cross the border with their EU citizen partner? Dear clients and readers, We have recently read on the news a very interesting question posed by a UK citizen person regarding which queue should the non-EU spouse go through to…
This post is also available in: Français (French)New E-mail & Testimonial Received by our Clients: Dear friends and clients, We are glad to share with you that we have received in the following new email & testimonial and beautiful present just recently – it’s always great to know we are doing a fine job and…
This post is also available in: Français (French)Testimonial 1 Dear friends and clients, We are so delighted to share with you that we have received in the following a new testimonial just recently – it’s always great to know we are doing a fine job and reassurance for you, and that our clients are in…
This post is also available in: Français (French) CASE LAW: INHERITANCE DISPUTE SPAIN: CONTESTING A SPANISH WILL I.- THE FACTS OF OUR CLIENT’S CASE R, a British subject domiciled in Spain, devised Spanish property in his Spanish Will, according to the English law; making no provision for one of his daughters. The testator made a valid Spanish…
This post is also available in: Français (French)NON-LUCRATIVE VISA IN SPAIN UPDATE Dear clients, Further to our last article regarding non-lucrative VISAS posted a few months ago. We are writing to give all our clients and readers some useful updates, with regard to the advisable procedure and paperwork required. First of all, we ought to…
This post is also available in: Français (French)LAWSUIT WON by “BZN LEX INTERNATIONAL LAWYERS”. Excellent news! Another great success was achieved by “BZN LEX INTERNATIONAL SOLICITORS & ABOGADOS”. Lawsuit case won! A landmark Court’s judgment rendered by the Torrevieja Court: We have managed to save our innocent client, from an unjust accusation of medical malpractice!…
This post is also available in: Français (French)HOUSE INSURANCE IN SPAIN: ADVANTAGES THE KEY TO HAVING A GOOD HOME INSURANCE FOR YOUR PROPERTY Dear clients and readers, Have you just acquired a Property in Spain? Or do you already own a dwelling? In the affirmative case, in order to be safe than sorry, we strongly advise…
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This post is also available in: Français (French)Why Choose BZN LEX Solicitors? We are a 100% independent legal firm based in Alicante, in the southeast of Spain and we offer comprehensive, professional legal services, locally and nationally, to both private individuals and businesses, who have legal interests in Spain (i.e. property conveyance, estate planning, inheritance,…
This post is also available in: Français (French)LEGACY OF COMMON SHARES SPAIN Supreme Court’s decision analysis: DELIVERY OF THE LEGACY Dear clients and readers, Firstly, in the sphere of company functioning and delivery of legacies, we are glad to share with you the recent landmark Judgment of the Spanish Supreme court nº 862/2021, of December…
This post is also available in: Français (French)I.- WHAT IS THE BACKGROUND OF THE NEW LAW? The Spanish parliament has recently approved the NEW digital nomad visa and fiscal regime for startups via a new law to come into effect in January 2023, called Ley “Act” 28/2022. The new law has been particularly well-received among…
This post is also available in: Français (French) Thank you again for your support in 2022 Wishing all our clients a very Merry Christmas. Dear friends and clients, We are grateful for all your support this year and we would like, If we may, – to wish all of you, especially those who will take the…
This post is also available in: Français (French) ANOTHER FANTASTIC SUCCESS FOR BZN LEX INTERNATIONAL LAWYERS: HIGH COURT RULES IN FAVOUR OF OUR CLIENT There is no better way to finish the year than winning a lawsuit. THE FACTS OF THE CASE IN A NUTSHELL: “de mortius res nisi bene” (“you must always speak well…
This post is also available in: Français (French)REGISTRATION PROPERTY PROBLEMS IN SPAIN Dear clients and readers, Are you currently considering buying a property in Spain? In the affirmative case, we hope you will find this article of your interest. In the first place, we would like- if we may- to kindly introduce our Law Firm…
This post is also available in: Français (French)PURCHASING PROPERTY IN SPAIN: FREQUENT MISTAKES TO AVOID Dear clients and readers, Are you considering purchasing a property in Spain? Do you wish to avoid facing potential legal problems? In the affirmative case, we are sure you will find this article of your interest. In the first place,…
This post is also available in: Français (French)Follow Us on Social Media – keep up to date with all BZN LEX INTERNATIONAL LAWYERS news Keep up to date with all the BZN LEX INTERNATIONAL LAWYERS news, events and behind-the-scenes footage by following us on social media. We regularly post on our website about the newest updates,…
This post is also available in: Français (French)CASE LAW: WILL & INHERITANCE CONSULTATION Inheritance rights of the widowed spouse. THE FACTS OF OUR CLIENT’S CASE R, a British subject domiciled in Spain, devised Spanish property in his Spanish Will. According to English law, makes no provision for one of his daughters. The testator made a valid…
This post is also available in: Français (French)Purchasing Property in Spain: Frequent Mistakes To Avoid Dear clients and readers, Have you considered buying a property in Spain? Do you wish to avoid facing potential legal problems? In the affirmative case, we are sure you will find this article of your interest. First of all, we…
This post is also available in: Français (French)CASH LIMIT DEPOSITS IN SPAIN DO SPANISH BANKS IMPOSE ANY LIMITS ON HOW MUCH CASH CAN BE DEPOSITED OVER THE COUNTER? Dear clients and readers, We have recently received a new enquiry from a non-resident client. He has received an email from his Bank requesting specific clarification with…
This post is also available in: Français (French)ANOTHER FANTASTIC SUCCESS FOR BZN LEX INTERNATIONAL LAWYERS: HIGH COURT RULES IN FAVOUR OF OUR CLIENT THE FACTS OF THE CASE IN A NUTSHELL The facts of the case are as follows: Our client, an owner’s community, – hired our professional services in order to sue a property owner.…
This post is also available in: Français (French)PART II: CONDOMINIUM DISSOLUTION SPAIN. Dear clients and readers, Have you bought a property in Spain with someone else? Do you wish to terminate the situation of joint ownership? Does the joint tenant refuse to reach an amicable agreement? In the affirmative case, we are sure you will find…
This post is also available in: Français (French)THE CONDOMINIUM DISSOLUTION IN SPAIN. Dear clients and readers, Have you bought a property in Spain with someone else? Do you wish to terminate the situation of joint ownership? In the affirmative case, we are sure you will find this article of your interest. As specialized property lawyers,…
This post is also available in: Français (French)RIGHT OF WAY EASEMENT – Article 15.5.22 To grant public record of real right of way /easement Have you read your title deeds? Does it say something about ‘servidumbre de paso’ or ‘derecho de paso’? In the affirmative case, we are sure you will find this article of your interest. To…
This post is also available in: Français (French)LEGAL PRECAUTIONS WHEN BUYING PROPERTY SPAIN. PART II Dear clients and readers, Further to our previous articles regarding the legal tips to be considered when buying a property in Spain; we are still receiving an increasing number of enquiries from people; who have paid a large deposit to…
This post is also available in: Français (French)THE IMPORTANCE OF HAVING HOME INSURANCE POLICY FOR YOUR PROPERTY Have you just purchased a Property? Or do you already own a property in Spain? In that case, we strongly recommend you hire a comprehensive home insurance policy in Spain. This is indeed essential for your peace of mind. …
This post is also available in: Français (French)LEGAL PRECAUTIONS WHEN BUYING PROPERTY SPAIN. PART 1 Dear clients and readers, Further to our previous articles regarding the legal precautions tips to be considered when buying a property in Spain. We are still receiving an increasing number of enquiries from people. Who have paid a large deposit…
This post is also available in: Français (French)The Procedure for the NON LUCRATIVE VISA Application Dear clients and readers, Due to the significant number of enquiries received over the past few weeks, regarding the application for residency in Spain, – (specifically for the non-lucrative VISA)-. We are writing to share with you some useful information regarding…
This post is also available in: Français (French) Excellent news! Another great success was achieved by “BZN LEX INTERNATIONAL SOLICITORS&ABOGADOS”. COURT CASE WON! A landmark Court’s judgment rendered by the Supreme Court against a well-known Spanish bank: We have managed to win the appeal and recover all our clients’ money directly from the bank involved!…
This post is also available in: Français (French) LEGALIZATION OF ILLEGAL EXTENSIONS WORKS MADE TO AN URBAN PROPERTY Dear clients and readers, We have recently received the following enquiry from a client who owns an urban dwelling in Spain: The owners illegally built an extension to their dwelling. They wrongly believed that because the nature…
This post is also available in: Français (French)Dear Friends, Happy New Year to you! Another year is drawing to an end while a new one is beginning. Here it is in front of us, just like a blank sheet with nothing written on it. What is its message going to be or rather what are…
This post is also available in: Français (French)Dear clients and Readers, We would like-if we may, – to take this opportunity to wish you all a wonderful Christmas, and may the coming year be full of blessings for you; Thank you so much for your support and continuous trust. Kind testimonials like the one received…
This post is also available in: Français (French)CASE LAB OF THE WEEK: REAL ENQUIRY: “Hi I have just bought an old apartment in Alicante city which needs intensive internal renovation works. Can I just do it on my own without hiring an architect or a Solicitor?” RESPONSE: I would personally not recommend you to work…
This post is also available in: Français (French) Real testimonial received from grateful clients: Dear clients and readers, We are so grateful when we received such kind testimonials from our grateful clients and friends. For me, after all the stress and difficulties encountered in our work, it means really a lot, as it gives me…
This post is also available in: Français (French)Dear clients, Today’s post is a real conveyancing enquiry received from a UK citizen, looking for a Solicitor to assist them with the purchase. Please see below an extract of the email received a few days ago: (…) Hi, we have already completed the following: Put a deposit on…
This post is also available in: Français (French) Dear clients and readers, We are currently dealing with a new case where our client (property owner) suffered a serious fracture when she slipped on the pavement of the terrace around the pool, belonging to the Community of Neighbors of the residential building. After being treated in…
This post is also available in: Français (French)BREACH OF CONTRACT WHEN THE BUYER DOES NOT OBTAIN FINANCING Dear clients and readers, We do hope you have enjoyed a peaceful summer vacation. Over the past few months, we have witnessed an increasing number of breaches of purchase contracts due to mortgage declined. Subsequently, due to…
This post is also available in: Français (French) SERVICE SUMMONS ABROAD Dear clients and readers, We frequently receive a lot of enquiries from clients residing in Spain (both individuals or corporate), as the defendant lives for example in England or the United Estates. How can the service be legally done? In…
This post is also available in: Français (French)DEFAMATION CASE IN SPAIN: USEFUL TIPS I.- INTRODUCTION Defamation can occur when someone makes a false statement of fact about you, and you suffer harm as a result (financial damage or harm to your reputation, for example). These kinds of cases are extremely serious because they are a…
This post is also available in: Français (French)LIVING WILL IN SPAIN Dear clients and Readers, As a consequence of the Covid-19 tragedy as well as the infamous Euthanasia Act was recently implemented in Spain precisely during the pandemic. We have been receiving a lot of enquiries from concerned clients regarding this important matter. Therefore, please…
This post is also available in: Français (French)COMPLEX INHERITANCE: TESTIMONIAL Dear friends and clients, We are glad to share with you that we have received the following testimonial just recently – it’s always great to know we are doing a fine job and reassurance for you that our clients are in safe hands! EMAIL RECEIVED…
This post is also available in: Français (French) BREAKING NEWS! SPAIN LIFTS RESTRICTIONS to the UK from MONDAY 24th MAY. Source: BOE No. 12 Friday, May 21, 2021, Sec. I. Page 62057. Dear clients and readers, We hope you are safe and well under the current circumstances. We are writing to inform you that Spain will welcome…
This post is also available in: Français (French)Legal Tips on Spanish Golden Visa Dear clients and Readers, Over the past few months, we have detected an increased number of clients who are considering selling their properties in the UK and using the money to buy 1 or more properties in Spain, in order to be…
This post is also available in: Français (French)LONG TERM VISA SPAIN FOR UK NATIONALS: Questions & Answers Dear clients and readers, For the British ex-pat living in Spain and those wishing to live in Spain, there are still some issues to resolve, such as the need for a valid residency, a Spanish driving test to…
This post is also available in: Français (French)NEW MASK RULES IN PLACE, as published in the BOE state bulletin. EFFECTS OF THE NEW FACE MASK RULES IN SPAIN Dear clients and readers, We are writing to inform you that the Spanish government has recently passed a controversial law which from Tuesday, March 30th, 2021, makes…
This post is also available in: Français (French)SUCCESSFUL LAWSUITS AGAINST BANKS Dear clients and readers, In C. Bank v Julie and Andrew P [2021] Judgment Nº 000770/2021, the Spanish Court Nº 5 bis of Alicante has upheld our clients claim that the bank owed a contractual duty of care to advise them as to (among other things) the…
This post is also available in: Français (French)VALUATION FEES MORTGAGE SPAIN Dear clients and readers, The Supreme Court has recently ruled on January 27th 2021 (Appeal Nº 1926/2018. Decision Nº 35/2021) that the valuation fees in mortgage loans must be paid by the bank, and not by the consumer. With this landmark Judgment, all the financial consequences derived from the nullity…
This post is also available in: Français (French)COVID-19 vaccination programme for all UK Citizens living in Spain Dear clients and readers, We have received the following communication from the Ministry of Health that the vaccine will be available to everyone who lives in Spain as they consider this to be a public health issue as…
This post is also available in: Français (French)CONTROVERSY REGARDING THE IRPH INDEX ON MORTGAGE LOANS STILL GOING ON As you probably remember, on October 21; the Civil Chamber of the Supreme Court (from now own SC) deliberated and resolved four appeals filed in relation to the variable interest clause IRPH; – (“Decisions 595, 596, 597…
This post is also available in: Français (French)Tenancy Eviction Legal Framework Dear clients and readers, What are your options if your tenants stop paying the rent? Non-paying tenants cause severe consequences to landlords which may even lead to a bank repossession as many are reliant on the rental to cover their mortgage instalments. Therefore, due to the importance…
This post is also available in: Français (French)Estimados clientes y amigos: Despedimos un año complicado que nos ha dejado un balance anímico muy excepcional y emociones encontradas. No obstante, la vida continúa y es la fe en un futuro mejor, lo que nos anima a compartir esperanzas con todos vosotros. Espero sinceramente que, – aunque no podamos en muchos…
This post is also available in: Français (French)Dear friends and clients, I would like to wish all of you, especially those who will take the time to read this message, a most blessed new year 2021. The year 2020 has been an exceptionally difficult time for all of us, especially those who have lost their…
This post is also available in: Français (French)Dear clients: we are glad to share with you that we have received in the following testimonial just recently; – it’s always great to know we are doing a fine job and reassurance for you that our clients are in safe hands! Please see the link to the…
This post is also available in: Français (French)MORTGAGE COSTS II. CLAIM YOUR RIGHTS! CLAIM YOUR MORTGAGE EXPENSES: EXCELLENT NEWS FOR CONSUMERS: THE EUROPEAN COURT OF JUSTICE FORCES SPANISH BANKS TO REFUND ALL ABUSIVE MORTGAGE EXPENSES IN FULL. IMPORTANT: NOW IS THE RIGHT TIME TO REVISIT YOUR MORTGAGE COSTS, AND CLAIM WHAT IS YOURS! Dear clients and…
This post is also available in: Français (French)IRPH News. Lack of transparency but no abusive according to the Supreme Court Dear clients and readers, Our weekly post news is about the abusive clause applied to many mortgages, regarding the interest rate called IRPH or commonly known as “CAJAS”. IRPH. Lack of transparency but no abusive…
This post is also available in: Français (French)Dear clients and readers, We are proud to announce that we have recently won a new important administrative lawsuit case against the Spanish Administration Government. In a nutshell, our client, – an important pharmaceutical company based in Torrevieja,- was unduly accused of prescribing unlicensed Magisterial Prescriptions, and intended to impose…
This post is also available in: Français (French)MORTGAGE COSTS. CLAIM YOUR RIGHTS! EXCELLENT NEWS FOR CONSUMERS:THE EUROPEAN COURT OF JUSTICE FORCES SPANISH BANKS TO REFUND ALL ABUSIVE MORTGAGE COSTS IN FULL. REMEMBER: NOW IS THE TIME TO REVIEW YOUR MORTGAGE AND CLAIM WHAT IS YOURS! Dear readers, The Court of Justice of the European Union -CJEU-…
This post is also available in: Français (French)WE HAVE SAVED OUR CLIENT FROM A PROPERTY FRAUD Dear friends, clients and readers, As the summer holiday season is upon us, and after a very busy year helping clients, I must say that one of the true privileges of working as a Solicitor, is to receive testimonials…
This post is also available in: Français (French)Are you ready for the end of the transition period? We are glad to inform all our clients and readers that in accordance to Instruction of 2nd July 2020; a new procedure for issuing the residence permit for citizens of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern…
This post is also available in: Français (French)ANOTHER CASE WON! OUR CLIENT SAVES THE HOUSE! The Court rules on the consequences of invalid accelerated repayment clauses in mortgages and declares the dismissal of the mortgage enforcement proceedings. On 11 September 2019, the Spanish Supreme Court delivered a landmark judgment resolving one of the most disputed…
This post is also available in: Français (French)IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT: BZN LEX International Lawyers To all our clients, and readers I hope you are all keeping well and safe. We are glad to inform you that we have re-opened our offices from 11th May. Please see below some essential recommendations: First, please bear in mind that…
This post is also available in: Français (French)ADMINISTRATIVE CLAIMS COVID 19: ON THE ILLEGALITY OF THE SANCTIONS IMPOSED DURING THE STATE OF ALARM 1. SPAIN’S CORONAVIRUS LOCKDOWN AND THEIR ASSOCIATED FINES ARE UNCONSTITUTIONAL AND UNLAWFUL More than 15,000 people have been fined so far by the National Police and Guardia Civil for non-compliance with the coronavirus…
This post is also available in: Français (French)“SOBRE LA LEGALIDAD DEL CONFINAMIENTO DOMICILIARIO OBLIGATORIO PARA PERSONAS SANAS DURANTE EL ESTADO DE ALARMA” Y“SOBRE LA LEGALIDAD DE LAS SANCIONES ADMINISTRATIVAS EN EL ESTADO DE ALARMA Resumen Estimados lectores y clientes, El acervo popular no está familiarizado con los estados de alarma; no son algo común ni…
This post is also available in: Français (French)Chers Clients, Chers Confrères, Suite aux recommandations du gouvernement liées à l’épidémie de Covid-19, et dans un souci de santé publique, nous vous informons que l’ensemble de notre Cabinet est désormais en télétravail. Les juridictions sont fermées sauf cas très particuliers (notamment urgence) et les études d’huissier ne…
This post is also available in: Français (French)Estimados clientes, Deseamos que se encuentren bien y a salvo. En cumplimiento de las disposiciones adoptadas en el Real Decreto 463/2020, – como consecuencia de la crisis sanitaria provocada por el COVID 19;- BZN LEX ha adoptado las medidas necesarias para continuar prestando sus servicios habituales de forma…
This post is also available in: Français (French)RIESGO EXPROPIACIÓN Y EMBARGO ACTIVOS, CUENTAS BANCARIAS Y VIVIENDAS Estimados clientes y lectores: A raíz de las manifestaciones de Pablo Iglesias, publicada en prensa recientemente (https://okdiario.com/espana/iglesias-amenaza-expropiaciones-coronavirus-otro-mitin-desde-moncloa-5388345); de que toda la riqueza del país está supeditada al interés público, y que los particulares deberán aportar su dinero al sostenimiento…
This post is also available in: Français (French)IMPORTANT INFORMATION COVID 19– BZN LEX INTERNATIONAL LAWYERS Dear clients, We hope that you and your family are keeping well and safe. As a consequence of the Royal Decree 463/2020, and the COVID 19 crisis, BZN LEX INTERNATIONAL LAWYERS has adopted the necessary measures to continue providing the…
This post is also available in: Français (French)“EL DERECHO A LA SALUD Y A LA VIDA DE LOS MAYORES, EN UNA PANDEMIA SANITARIA”. Muchas personas – la mayoría – se olvidan de que todo lo que hacen, y como lo hacen, y como deben actuar, es puro Derecho, y que, en base al Derecho les…
This post is also available in: Français (French)Expensive Fines! Spain issues fines between 601 and 30,000 euros for those who fail to comply with lockdown decree. The declaration of the state of alarm will change life in Spain for at least 15 days: closed shops, home confinement; restriction of movement of people and vehicles, closure…
This post is also available in: Français (French)IRPH CLAUSE INTEREST RATE: MAIN CONCLUSIONS OF THE JUDGMENT Case C-125/18 The Court of Justice of the European Union, based in Luxembourg; has rendered a landmark and expected Judgment in Case C-125/18 Gómez del Moral Guasch/Bankia S.A.; in relation to IRPH clause inserted in mortgages.After having settled the…
This post is also available in: Français (French)Recurso Contra Reclamación de Hacienda La temática del presente artículo versa sobre la injusta reclamación que Hacienda a realizado a nuestro cliente (una mercantil dedicada a la venta de productos de parafarmacia); frente a la cual nuestro Bufete ya ha interpuesto oportuno recurso ante el TEAR. Los hechos…
This post is also available in: Français (French)KIND OF LEGAL BUSINESS IN SPAIN If you wish to set up a business in Spain, the first step is to decide which kind of legal structure you wish to implement. The most commonly used options are as follows: 1. Self-employed workers in Spain (commonly known as “autonomos”).…
This post is also available in: Français (French)ABOUT OUR NEW LOGO “BZN LEX“, WEBSITE AND DOMAIN NAME “BESTSOLICITORSINSPAIN.COM“ Dear clients and readers, As you probably remember two years ago (2018), we were proud to announce the launch of a new website, domain name and logo, with new improved features, which defines better our corporate image…
This post is also available in: Français (French)Are you tax compliant in Spain? FISCAL REPRESENTATION ANNUAL SERVICE PACKAGE (Annual tax declaration + Emergency assistance) Are you tax compliant in Spain? Did you know that if you fail to pay the annual taxes to the government, you risk facing expensive penalties? Annual Tax Declaration is NOT…
This post is also available in: Français (French)Enforcement of international court orders or judgments in Spain Overview Enforcement court orders Spain: The enforcement of foreign judgments is governed by Act 29/2015 dated 30 July 2015 on international legal co-operation in civil matters (Legal Co-operation Act), which entered into force in Spain on August 2015. Article…
This post is also available in: Français (French)SPANISH BANKS ARE LOSING THE BATTLE AGAINST THE EU CONSUMERS: MORTGAGE COSTS Dear clients and readers, I am proud to announce that we have recently won another important court case regarding the refund of the mortgage expenses by a Spanish bank. Consequently, I believe this article will surely…
This post is also available in: Français (French)Greeting for a happy New Year 2020 Our Mission Statement: Having a human-based purpose BZN LEX International lawyers have been providing professional services to real people for almost 20 years. In fact, I humbly but firmly believe that when you have a genuine mission to serve the clients…
This post is also available in: Français (French)Dear friends and colleagues, Greetings from BZN INTERNATIONAL LAW FIRM. The atmosphere at BZN this year has been electric. Just this fall, we’ve won several lawsuits, published new articles, helped a lot of new clients, and much more. Whether you are a friend, client, or reader, thank you so…
This post is also available in: Français (French)A real Testimonial from an excellent client: “Devoted legal assistance”; I must say that I am truly honoured and flattered for the testimonial; and interesting book that has kindly been given to me as a gratitude gift; by a very good client and friend. Thank you so much…
This post is also available in: Français (French)What is the NIE number? Useful Tips. First, the Spanish NIE number is the tax identification number, mandatory by all foreigners with financial, professional or social affairs, regardless of whether they are a resident or non-resident in Spain. (i.e. buying a property, car, inheritance, management of taxes, get…
This post is also available in: Français (French)IMPORTANT NOTIFICATION SPANISH RESIDENCY 🇬🇧 All UK citizens living in the Alicante province can go to Alicante city to get the green Spanish residency card Dear clients and Readers, We are writing to inform you that British nationals living in the Alicante province can get next-day Spanish residency…
This post is also available in: Français (French)What is a power of attorney? A notarial power of attorney is a public document notarized by a notary, by which, a person or Company, appoint another (usually a Solicitor), as legal representative to act on his or her behalf in certain legal acts. For instance, in order…
This post is also available in: Français (French)IRPH Litigation Spain: The outcome of the European Court of Justice’s Decision On September 10, the Advocate General (Mr Maciej Szpunar) issued his Opinion on a preliminary ruling to be rendered by the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU). The Opinion relates to the validity of…
This post is also available in: Français (French)CRIMINAL RECORD CANCELLATION IN SPAIN: DOES MY CRIMINAL RECORD STAY WITH ME FOREVER? If you’ve been convicted of a criminal offence, you will usually then have a criminal record. This can cause a variety of problems. For example, a criminal record can adversely affect employment prospects, international travel…
This post is also available in: Français (French)Steps to follow to claim insurance damage DANA flooding in Spain II An extreme ‘Gota Fria’ –meaning ‘Cold Drop’– delivers Spain’s most Severe Storm in over a century and it has battered practically ALL of Alicante province between September 11 and 15th September. A succession of frigid polar…
This post is also available in: Français (French)Responsibility of the owner for wrongful acts caused by tenants Beware of wrongful acts of your tenants, especially if you are a homeowner in a community. In fact, you could be jointly legally liable for any harm, damages or annoying behaviour caused by your tenant to the rest…
This post is also available in: Français (French) # VERY URGENT HELP!! Please donate NOW to “HOGAR NAZARET”, and save the children from sexual exploitation and organ trafficking! Our Mission Statement At BZN LEX INTERNATIONAL LAWYERS, Charitable giving is one of our main aims (other than winning compensations for our clients of course) and as…
This post is also available in: Français (French)PARENTAL LIABILITY: Who is responsible for the children’s wrongful acts in Spain? In the case of Sarah,- a girl of 12,- she accidentally hit with her bicycle, a pedestrian who was walking in the street, causing him injuries that needed medical treatment for two almost months. The injured…
This post is also available in: Français (French)CINQ CONSEILS UTILES 1. Pourquoi est-ce important de faire un testament Notarié en Espagne? Le testament en Espagne. Un testament est un document qui contient des directives sur ce que vous désirez que l’on fasse de vos biens personnels et de vos biens fonciers après votre décès. Le…
This post is also available in: Français (French)To uphold justice and the rule of law At BZN Lex, our Statement of purpose has always been to uphold justice and the rule of law. We passionately believe that the upholding of the Rule of Law. The right to a fair trial goes to the heart of…
This post is also available in: Français (French)USEFUL ADVICE THE IMPORTANCE OF MAKING A SPANISH WILL AND USEFUL ADVICE AND PRACTICAL RECOMMENDATIONS We would like- if we may- to take this opportunity to kindly give you some useful advice regarding a Spanish Will. We have indeed detected that this issue is still creating some confusion…
This post is also available in: Français (French)Need legal advice? We are pleased to inform all our readers and clients that I will be available for a free 10-15 minutes consultation. The date: Wednesday 12th June from 11.45 am to 13:00 am The place: Manhattan Restaurant, Calle del Aqua | Cabo Roig, 03189 Playa Flamenca,…
This post is also available in: Français (French)Remember that signing any important contracts should be signed at the Spanish Notary. The notary is a professional within the Spanish law system and his/ her main function is to certify Spanish documents ensuring that private agreements fulfill certain legal criteria. This is applicable whether you might be…
This post is also available in: Français (French)Divorce in Spain is never painless, but our experienced Law Firm can provide all the expertise, advice and support you will need to settle your uncontested or contested divorce quickly and efficiently with the least amount of stress or expense. We are proud to inform you that, –…
This post is also available in: Français (French)Father will no longer have to pay child support to his 27 year’s old daughter Dear Readers, In this week’s legal topic, I would like to briefly comment about the recent Judgment rendered by the High Court of Granada regarding child support, as it is equal to a…
This post is also available in: Français (French)A LEGAL CONSULTATION FROM A CLIENT LEGAL QUESTION: “I have suffered a traffic accident with my motorbike in a roundabout. A car hit me and the driver of the car is responsible. However, due to the fact that my insurance has expired, will the driver of the car…
This post is also available in: Français (French)Claim for alleged defective ankle-foot orthosis In a complex Tort dispute, we have won a new case won, as the Civil Court of Torrevieja has ruled in favor of our client. We are indeed very satisfied with the outcome, – as after a fierce battle, – we have…
This post is also available in: Français (French)FANTASTIC SUCCESS FOR BZN LEX: ECONOMIC ADMINISTRATIVE COURT RULES IN FAVOR OF OUR CLIENT! The Court has overruled the unfair decision rendered by the Tax Revenue Office, consequently we have won another case against the administration. The facts of the case are as follows: The tax Revenue office…
This post is also available in: Français (French)A new hope for thousands of consumers European Court of Justice on the IRPH clause in Mortgage Loans Dear Readers: The European Court of Justice, has been asked to clarify whether the judgment of the Supreme Court is adjusted to European community law, as it stated in the…
This post is also available in: Français (French)Legal Tip of the day Dear Readers: Remember that any important private contract in Spain should be signed before the Spanish Notary. The notary is a professional within the Spanish law system; his/ her main function is to certify Spanish documents ensuring that private agreements fulfil certain legal…
This post is also available in: Français (French)PRIVATE MEDICAL INSURANCE REQUIRED! As the Brexit deadline of the 29th March approaches rapidly, we are helping a significant number of UK citizens to apply for Spanish Residency. Many clients have expressed their concern about the medical insurance. Therefore, please find below some useful information regarding this important…
This post is also available in: Français (French)(Annual tax declaration + Emergency assistance) In the first place, we would like to take this opportunity to kindly inform you about the Annual tax return. We have indeed detected that this issue is still creating some confusion among our new clients. First, if you own a property in Spain,…
This post is also available in: Français (French)Can you sue for a defamatory Facebook or Twitter post? Bottom line YES. You can sue for a defamatory post. However, in order to increase your chances of successfully sue for defamatory content from a social network, each case must be individually analyzed. Bear in mind that not…
This post is also available in: Français (French)If you are buying an off-plan property in Spain, some Building Developers might recommend you the use of their own solicitor (usually cheaper) to handle the property conveyance. This can be troublesome as the solicitor is unlikely to be truly independent as the same firm may be representing…
This post is also available in: Français (French)Are you buying an off-plan property in Spain and using the developers nominated solicitor? Dear Readers, Some Building Developers might recommend you the use of their own usually cheaper solicitors to handle the property conveyance. This can be risky as the solicitor is unlikely to be truly independent…
This post is also available in: Français (French)BREXIT DEADLINE APPROACHING Dear Readers: We have been receiving many enquiries from a lot of clients concerned about the need to exchange their driving licence. As the Brexit deadline of the 29th March approaches rapidly. Drivers from the U.K., living in Spain should swap their driving licence for…
This post is also available in: Français (French)Brexit deadline of the 29th March approaches rapidly, we are delighted to offer our help to those UK citizens already resident in Spain, who might wish to have their residency status declared official, to better protect their interests, before the Brexit deadline. Subsequently, should you be interested in…
This post is also available in: Français (French)Dear clients and readers, We are proud to announce the launch you of a new website and logo, with new improved features, which defines better our corporate image and mission statement. Our goal with BZN Lex’s newly designed multilingual website www.bestsolicitorsinspain.com, is create a user-friendly browsing experience for our…
This post is also available in: Français (French)PARAMOUNT LEGAL EXPERIENCE No matter what the paramount legal experience issue is, a well-trained, experienced and honest Spanish Solicitor is always strongly advisable. You might not be sure of what to look for when you hire a Lawyer in Spain, however, we kindly recommend you to contact us…
This post is also available in: Français (French)“A question of trust”: According to a recent survey carried out by our Firm, professional expertise, honesty, clarity and confidence are some of the biggest factors in hiring a Solicitor. At BZN lex not only we are knowledgeable and intelligent, but we also have excellent people skills and…
This post is also available in: Français (French)Legal Tip of the day Dear readers, Remember If you come across lawyers in Spain who are actively working for a state agent, avoid hiring them. This sort of situation is generally risky and it will create a conflict of interests. This is especially true if you might…
This post is also available in: Français (French)At BZN Lex, we strongly believe it is as vital to prevent lawsuits as it is to settle them, when possible. That is why, – as litigators Solicitors, – we offer litigation services in Spain. We are prepared to take any necessary actions at every step of the…
This post is also available in: Français (French) Très risqué. Vous pourriez être dissuadé de faire appel à un avocat pour les frais que cela pourrait vous engendrer. Cependant, il est absolument essentiel d’avoir des conseils avisés d’un avocat qualifié pour s’assurer du meilleur résultat.
This post is also available in: Français (French)Legal Tip of the day Dear Readers, Always remember: Prior to agreeing to work with a Lawyer in Spain, you should ask the lawyer to disclose all fees upfront. Likewise, It is highly advisable to sign a retainer agreement on fees. For more info please kindly contact us…
This post is also available in: Français (French)Your trusted Law Firm in Spain At BZN Lex, we have built our practice and our reputation through strong advocacy, integrity, honesty legal counsel on prompt and effective solutions, cost-effectiveness. A full commitment to help all our clients no matter how serious the problem might be.
This post is also available in: Français (French)Dear friends, clients and readers, We would like, -if I may- to also inform you that we have recently designed a new website and logo “BZN Lex” for our Law Firm, with new improved features, which defines better our corporate image and mission statement. Please kindly visit our…
This post is also available in: Français (French)Can I buy a property without a real estate lawyer in Spain? Very risky. The added cost of utilizing a lawyer might deter some people from doing so. But it is absolutely crucial to have the expert advice and guidance of a qualified Solicitor in your corner to…
This post is also available in: Français (French)To all our friends, clients and readers, We would like to wish everyone a HAPPY NEW YEAR 2019! Please know that we are here for you if you ever need our help. – Oscar Ricor. BZN Lex.
This post is also available in: Français (French)FROM GRATEFUL CLIENTS Dear friends, clients and readers: As the holiday season is upon us, we find ourselves reflecting on the past year; and those who have helped to shape our business. Our thoughts turn gratefully now to those who have made our success possible; and it is…
This post is also available in: Français (French)AND HAPPY NEW YEAR 2019! Dear friends, clients and readers, As the holiday season is upon us, we find ourselves reflecting on the past year and those who have helped to shape our business. Our thoughts turn gratefully now to those who have made our success possible, and…
This post is also available in: Français (French)At BZN Lex, we offer effective legal solutions. Rather than offering theoretical legal analysis, we provide the specific advice required to get a deal done or resolve a legal dispute. For more information about the scope of our legal services, please kindly contact us or visit our PRACTICE…
This post is also available in: Français (French)New Testimonials from clients: Dear friends, clients and readers, purchasing or selling a property in Spain is a serious matter and it can be a daunting if you are not familiar with the process and you don’t have a qualified and independent Solicitor by your side. Therefore, considering…
This post is also available in: Français (French)Recovering Off-Plan deposits from banks: 100% success rate so far. Deadline for claims October 2020. Dear Readers: After years of protracted legal ordeal, stress and suffering, homebuyers who were affected by the Spanish property market crisis, are finally recovering off-plan deposits, for the money they paid for holiday…
This post is also available in: Français (French) Our Mission Statement III: Public confidence. That is behave in a way that maintains the trust the public places in our Law Firm in the provision of legal services.
This post is also available in: Français (French)Our mission statement II: To provide a paramount standard of service to our clients; complying with our legal obligations in an open, timely and cooperative manner.
This post is also available in: Français (French)Our mission statement: To act with intelligence, integrity and independence of mind always in the best interests of our clients. Should you be interested in receiving more specific information, (either about this particular subject or any other), you can contact our firm in several ways: 1. Call us…
This post is also available in: Français (French)Dear readers, After years of protracted legal ordeal, stress and suffering, there is hope. Homebuyers affected by the property market crisis, are finally recovering the money they paid for holiday homes that were never built. A landmark ruling in Spain’s supreme court in December 21st 2015 (STS 5263/2015) is the…
This post is also available in: Français (French)Your trusted international Law Firm in Alicante When acquiring a property in Spain, what is the difference between hiring “BZN Lex” or some other unqualified bogus advisor? Very simple, the difference lies in the paramount quality of the legal services offered by our Law Firm. At BZN Lex,…
This post is also available in: Français (French)3 Pitfalls to avoid when buying a property in Spain Dear Readers: I am glad to share with you 3 pitfalls to avoid when buying a property in Spain. Some people may be under the assumption that using a Solicitor will lead to unnecessary expenses. However, purchasing a…
This post is also available in: Français (French)Qui paie la taxe foncière (IBI en espagnol) dans le cas d’une vente de propriété ? Conformément à la réglementation fiscale; qui paie la taxe de l’IBI correspond à celui qui possède la propriété au 1er janvier de l’année de la vente. Tout accord privé entre le vendeur…
This post is also available in: Français (French)A real enquiry made by a new client “Good morning Mr Beuzón. I’m having tenancy problems. I am currently renting a villa. The landlord demands the rent to be paid in cash every month. To avoid declaring the rent as an income. Moreover, I’ve been told that the…
