Testimonials from clients of De Cotta Law
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 are just some of the Testimonials we have received recently. Property purchase in Tenerife – […]
Squatters & Illegal occupation of Spanish property
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 and can prove it is their sole residence, it can still take many months to […]
Pets – New Animal Welfare Law
In September this year a new law has come into force on Animal Welfare. Law 7/2023 incorporates important changes which affect owners of domestic animals. Here are some of the relevant provisions: 1. Domestic animals must not be left unaccompanied for more than 1 day. This is reduced from 3 days. Pets must not be […]
Insurance claims for business and private individuals
The Court of First Instance in Leon has recently ordered an insurance company to pay a local Bar owner 13.200€ in compensation for the 93 days the Bar had to close during the pandemic. Other Courts have made similar decisions though many insurance policies do not cover such losses. The devil is always in the […]
Commercial property rentals – Update
The Royal Decree-Law 35/2020 has established the possibility for small and medium-sized enterprises and self-employed workers in Spain to request a rent deferral or a 50% rent reduction before 31/01/2021, if no agreement has been reached between the parties and the owner of the premises is a “large owner” as defined by the law. In […]
Canary Islands: IGIC,Inheritance and Donation Tax 2020
The Canary Islands Budget Law for 2020 came into force on 01/01/2020 and includes the following tax changes: the IGIC general rate (the general Canary Islands VAT rate) increased to 7%; in respect of Inheritance Tax, the 99.9% allowance is applicable to Group I beneficiaries (descendants/adopted children under 21 years) and a variable progressive relief […]
For UK nationals living in Spain
The British government is providing current and vital information for all British people moving to or living in Spain. This includes information and guidance on passports, healthcare, working, pensions and much more. This advice is up to date so you know what changes can affect you post Brexit. This vital resource can be found at […]
Litigation in Spain
As a law firm with clients from many different countries, we have the advantage of being able to advise companies and individuals in their own language on all aspects of Spanish litigation. This can range from debt enforcement to complex property matters including title and boundary disputes as well as seeking injunctions and court orders. […]
Property injunctions – Boundary disputes
In Spain it is possible to obtain court injunctions where there is evidence that a neighbour is building on part of your property or building without a licence and the construction affects your property rights. For example, if you live in a village house and a neighbour starts to build over a terrace or adjoining […]
Rättstvister i Spanien
En advokatbyrå med kunder från flera olika länder ger oss fördelen att kunna rådge företag och privatpersoner på deras egna språk i alla aspekter av spanska rättstvister. Rättstvister kan ha sin grund i återbetalning av lån, komplexa fastighetsärenden, så som rätt till en fastighet, gränsdispyter så väl som att söka förhinder och domstolsbeslut. Vi försöker […]
Isole Canarie: Progetto di bilancio 2020 – Imposta sulle succesioni e donazioni
Il progetto di bilancio per il 2020 delle Isole Canarie comprende importanti modifiche fiscali per i contribuenti nella regione. Prima che questo bilancio diventi una legge, deve essere approvato dal Parlamento regionale e ciò dovrebbe avvenire entro la fine dell’anno. Per quanto riguarda l’imposta sulle successioni, secondo il progetto di legge l’attuale riduzione del 99,9% […]
Powers of attorney
Powers of attorney can be very helpful particularly between a couple, family or friends who jointly own property. It is important to take advice and to keep clear records if you hold a power of attorney. The involvement of an experienced lawyer is important. If any dispute does arise regarding powers for British citizens for […]