Divorcing in the English courts – 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 the UK is now outside the scope of EU legislation in both countries it can still be a question of “first come, first served” which means it is important […]
Specialists in International Family Law
Specialists in International Family law
Divorcing in the English Courts
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 the UK is now outside the scope of EU legislation in both countries it can […]
CHILD ABDUCTION & CHANGING A MINOR’S HABITUAL RESIDENCE
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 discussed the workings of the Hague Convention of 1980. Each country has special measures under […]
Sharing a pension on divorce
In the UK courts there are provisions for sharing a pension or splitting a pension on divorce. In England this is either by a Pension Sharing Order or a Pension Splitting Order. This can be very important where the couple have agreed that one of them does not work and matrimonial assets, including a pension, […]
Available for all your Spanish legal advice
We are available by telephone and email for all your legal issues We want to take this opportunity to send all our clients and all those with property and businesses in Spain our good wishes. We are keeping our telephone lines open to respond to your concerns about any of your legal issues during the […]
Family Law Specialists
Our Specialist team of Family lawyers include both English and Spanish Lawyers to offer you the best advice and support in regards to English and Spanish family law cases in both countries. We also advise on all areas of family and children´s law, specialising in international issues. We offer a focused and cost-effective approach whether […]
Arrangements for Children – Custody, Visits and maintenance
We have an international community in many parts of Spain and there is an increasing need to ensure any arrangements made for children benefit the child and are workable. This is particularly important where parents live in different countries or may move in the future for work or other reasons. We have seen a number […]
Resolution
My colleague Reyes Gómez and I have just joined the UK Family Lawyers’ organization, RESOLUTION. Their aim is to encourage lawyers to seek settlements and avoid conflict when a family relationship breaks down. This can be as part of an agreed divorce; to agree custody and visits for children of the family or for the […]
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 […]
Travelling with children
Travelling is very much part of our lives in Europe. If you are travelling with children it is very much taken for granted that you won´t have any problems provided you all have valid passports. However, if the children do not share your surname it is important to have additional information if the airline or […]
Family lawyers – a blessing or a curse
We all know good news is heard less often and that bad news sells newspapers. My good news this month is that family lawyers can, and indeed do, help couples whose relationship breaks down. In particular, where there are children involved and by reaching agreement lengthy court proceedings can be avoided. Sadly, and all too […]