Lawyers · Marbella · Mijas · Fuengirola
Independent legal advice for international clients on the Costa del Sol. Property purchases, residency, inheritance and criminal law — handled by qualified Spanish lawyers who actually speak your language, since 2017.
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"Luis was incredibly helpful throughout our property purchase. He explained everything clearly in English and we always felt in safe hands. Every step was handled professionally and we completed on time without any surprises."
"Excellent service from start to finish. Lex Legale helped us navigate the residency application process — it was far less stressful than we expected, thanks to their clear guidance in English throughout."
"Dealt with our Spanish inheritance efficiently and kept us informed at every stage. The firm clearly knows the local system well and the fee was fair for the work involved. Would use again."
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Who we are
Lex Legale was founded on a clear premise: foreign buyers and residents on the Costa del Sol deserve qualified, independent legal advice — given in English, by lawyers who understand Spanish property law and procedure from the inside.
We are a boutique law firm with offices in Marbella, Mijas and Fuengirola. Every instruction is handled personally by a qualified Spanish lawyer. We are entirely independent — we have no ties to real estate agencies, developers or banks, which means our only obligation is to you.
No referral arrangements with agents or developers. We act for you — not for the vendor, the agent, or anyone else involved in the transaction.
Not occasionally, not through an interpreter — your lawyer works in English every day and writes your contracts and advice in English from the start.
Registered with the Ilustre Colegio de Abogados de Málaga. Local knowledge, Spanish qualifications, English communication.
You receive a written, fixed-fee quote before any work begins. No hourly billing surprises, no invoice you didn't expect.
How we help
Real estate, immigration, inheritance and criminal law for individuals living between Spain and another country — and for those planning to buy, relocate or settle on the Costa del Sol.
From reservation deposit through to notary completion — with full due diligence on the property, the seller and the title. We arrange your NIE, open your bank account, route the transfer and handle post-completion registration.
Talk to us →Non-lucrative visas, digital nomad visas, golden visa applications, EU citizen registration (green card) and certificate of residence. We handle the paperwork, the appointments and the follow-up with the authorities.
Talk to us →Spanish wills for foreign residents, acceptance of inheritance by beneficiaries abroad, cross-border inheritance tax calculations and the full probate procedure with the notary and land registry.
Talk to us →Defence representation in criminal proceedings in Spain, including matters arising during the purchase of a property, employment disputes with a criminal element, and general criminal defence for expat residents.
Talk to us →Registration of tourist apartments with the Junta de Andalucía's tourism registry and the local police — a legal requirement for any property offered for short-term holiday rental on platforms like Airbnb.
Talk to us →Drafting and reviewing lease agreements, private purchase contracts and other civil contracts under Spanish law. Eviction proceedings (desahucio) handled with speed and precision for landlords.
Talk to us →We also advise on:
Working with us
Every property transaction follows the same structure. Here is exactly what Lex Legale does at each stage — and what you need to be ready for.
A deposit of around €6,000 removes the property from the market while we carry out checks. We advise on the reservation contract before you sign anything.
We verify title, check for encumbrances, confirm planning status and review the vendor's right to sell. If anything is wrong, we find it here — before you are committed.
Once due diligence is clear, we prepare or review the private purchase contract. A 10 % deposit is typically paid at this stage.
We arrange your NIE (Spanish tax number) and help you open a Spanish bank account — both required for the purchase. We handle the appointments.
We attend the notary with you (or represent you via power of attorney if you are abroad) for the signature of the title deed and transfer of funds.
We register the new title deed with the land registry and arrange the transfer of utilities — water, electricity and community fees — into your name.
The lawyers
You will know who is handling your case from day one. Not a department, not a case reference — a named lawyer you can call.
Principal Lawyer · Real Estate & Immigration
Luis founded Lex Legale to offer English-speaking clients the same quality of independent legal advice available to Spanish nationals. He handles property purchases, immigration and inheritance matters personally.
Ilustre Colegio de Abogados de Málaga · ID 9888
External Collaborator · Real Estate Specialist
Emma brings specialist knowledge of the Costa del Sol property market to the firm's real estate practice, supporting clients through conveyancing and advising on market-specific issues in English.
External Collaborator · Real Estate Advisory
Find us
Marbella, Mijas and Fuengirola — by appointment. Most international clients work with us remotely via video call and power of attorney.
Most of our international clients instruct us from the UK, Ireland, Germany and Scandinavia. A power of attorney lets us act for you anywhere in Spain — property purchases, inheritance, residency and more.
Get in touch →Guides & insights
Practical guidance from Lex Legale's lawyers on the legal questions our international clients ask most often.
From reservation deposit through to registration, a clear walkthrough of each stage of a Spanish conveyancing transaction and the pitfalls that catch out buyers acting without independent legal advice.
The two most common paths to Spanish legal residency for non-EU nationals compared side by side — income requirements, processing times, and what each allows you to do once you have it.
How a correctly drafted Spanish will — separate from your UK or Irish will — protects your beneficiaries, simplifies probate and can materially reduce the inheritance tax payable in Spain.
Good to know
Yes. Lex Legale was set up to serve English-speaking clients and every lawyer on the team works in English every day. Your contracts, letters of advice and correspondence will all be in English.
Yes. With a power of attorney, we can attend the notary, collect documentation, carry out due diligence and complete the transfer on your behalf. We update you by email and video call throughout.
Yes. Lex Legale has no referral arrangements with real estate agencies, developers or mortgage brokers. Our only obligation is to our client. This is one of the most important things to verify when choosing a property lawyer in Spain.
A NIE (Número de Identificación de Extranjero) is the Spanish tax identification number required for any property purchase, opening a bank account, or registering as a resident. We handle NIE applications as part of every property instruction, and separately for clients who need one for other purposes.
Yes. We have offices in Marbella, Mijas and Fuengirola and take instructions from clients buying or residing anywhere on the western Costa del Sol, from Estepona to Málaga city. Most international clients work with us entirely remotely.
All client information is handled confidentially and under Spanish and EU GDPR obligations. See our Privacy Policy for full details.
Get in touch
Tell us about your situation and Luis or Emma will come back to you within one business day — in English.