Every year, international creditors with legitimate claims against Spanish-domiciled debtors fail to recover what they are owed. This is rarely because Spanish law lacks a viable route; rather, it is
With the Digital Nomad Visa Spain, the dream for many UK-based professionals of trading a grey London morning for a coffee on a terrace in Seville or a co-working space in
Navigating English probate for Spanish property causes friction in Spanish notarial and registration practice for one simple reason: the two systems start from opposite assumptions about how to prove a valid succession.
The traditional nuclear family, married parents, biological children, assets in one country, was once the bedrock of European succession law. Today, it’s increasingly the exception rather than the rule. Modern
With the 31st January UK tax return deadline fast approaching, thousands of British nationals living in Spain face a question that appears deceptively simple. Where are you tax resident? For
Determining your UK tax residency status is the cornerstone of managing your tax affairs effectively. Whether you’re an internationally mobile professional, relocating expat, or UK citizen working abroad, the Statutory
Here’s a question that might make you spit out your tea (or café con leche): Which country is most similar to Britain? If you guessed Denmark, Sweden, or perhaps Canada,
International divorce between the UK and Spain raises complex legal and strategic issues. Following Brexit, the legal landscape has shifted from automatic EU regulations to a more nuanced framework of international
A groundbreaking resolution from Spain’s Directorate-General for Legal Security and Public Faith, issued on 4 August 2025, has provided crucial clarification for STEP practitioners managing cross-border estates between the UK
Spanish probate is the legal process of organising and administering a deceased person’s assets in Spain and distributing them to beneficiaries once all debts and taxes have been paid. For
Over recent months, we have seen a growing number of UK taxpayers receiving letters from HMRC demanding payment of Spanish tax debts on behalf of the Agencia Estatal de Administración Tributaria (AEAT). In many of these
Much is said about trusts today : especially by corporate trustees and continental-trained lawyers : yet much of it misses the essence of what a trust really is. For many,
British clients who attend court in Spain often ask me the same question: “Why is the judge doing all the talking?” For anyone familiar with the English courtroom, where judges sit
A trust is a legal relationship originating in common law whereby a person (the settlor) transfers assets to another (the trustee) to hold and manage for the benefit of one
The Investors residence permit (also known as golden visa) has been one of the most popular vehicles used by non-European expats in order to start a life in Spain. Between
It is no secret that the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become ever more present within the legal profession and a prevalent topic of debate. In fact, its come
Decisions by the UK against illegal workers and it’s implications for businesses. Recent talk within the legal and political realm has been centred around the Prime Minister’s remarks on the
Your Guide to UK Travel and Immigration Changes. It is no secret that immigration regulations are always complex and understanding them, as well as keeping up to date with them,
Navigating The UK´s New Complex Immigration Rules. Travelling to the UK has become ever more complex post-Brexit, however, recent changes in the regulations mean that new requirements will be put
Exploring the lesser-known traditions of the Bar in England and Wales. The Bar, as a profession, and Barristers, as esteemed members of said profession, are often considered to be part
Del Canto Chambers partner with San Telmo Business School. San Telmo Business School is a well-respected business school in Spain, with campuses in Sevilla and Málaga. Their main goal is
Barristers in the International Legal Market. Barristers of England and Wales provide specialist advocacy and legal advisory services of the highest quality to clients around the world as follows:• They
Setting up a business in the UK. The UK has long been one of the best places in the world for setting up a business. Company formation and registration are
Guide to dealing with probate. Dealing with probate after the death of a loved one has never been an easy procedure. Covid-19 has made it more challenging and the need
Spanish residence permit for British Citizens after Brexit. The British exit from the EU on January the 31st seems like a lifetime ago, as the events of recent months have
The Brexit Prophecy and “Brexpats” in Spain. International tax barrister Leon Fernando Del Canto looks at what Brexit will mean for businesses and individuals in the EU and in particular
Many call for a quick and achievable resolution for internet defamation. Unfortunately the Internet defamation is more usual than desired. It is not hard to imagine that at this very
Spain is the most attractive European country for British investment Spain is the most attractive European country for British investment according to the III Barometer on Climate and Outlook for
Every day we wake up in the City of London and Brexit is still there. Like a bad dream that we just can’t escape. A nightmare for those who voted
Many of yours might be thinking, whether at this stage, would be worthy to apply for a Permanent Residence Card or perhaps would be convenient to wait until the UK
The Home Office changes the EEA (PR) Guidance Notes After media published that the Home Office tries to stop the applications to Permanent Residence Card from EEA citizens suggesting to
The City claims itself before Brexit Our Managing Partner, León Fernando del Canto, took part in the event #EmbraceLondon, held by the Spanish journal El País, last 19th April. The
Pragmatism, mutualism and certainty is what the City of London needs on Brexit negotiations Our managing Partner León Fernando Del Canto, (Del Canto Chambers) embraced the scope of a historical
Del Canto Chambers bets for the pragmatism on Brexit negotiations Our Managing Partner, León Fernando del Canto, has taken part of the event EmbraceLondon, a briefing held by the Spanish
Application for UK Residence Card A popular Spanish proverb says “All fields bloom in March…”. March is the month in which we begin to awake from the winter lethargy and
All the Fields Bloom in March… El refranero popular dice que “en Marzo florecen en todos los campos..”, sin duda es el mes en el que comenzamos a salir del
The Spanish-British axis It is time to get around the negative reading of ‘Brexit’ and strengthen ties between the two countries Published by León Fernando del Canto in El Pais
Schengen after Brexit Refugees crisis and spread nationalism across Europe have questioned the third-countries visa rules in the Schengen Area, but the real test will be the Brexit that will
The British luxury housing market keeps increasing despite Brexit and the recent changes implemented by the government in the Stamp Duty Land Tax. The luxury properties’ selling in the United
Our Managing Partner, León Fernando del Canto, has published an article in the economic journal “Cinco Dias” where he is defending that relations between Spain and the United Kingdom should
The World Economic Forum places the UK among the most competitive economies. The United Kingdom is the seventh most competitive economy worldwide. This has been confirmed in the report by
Our Managing Partner in the office of Del Canto Chambers, Leon Fernando Del Canto, published in the British business newspaper City AM an article on the growth of the M
The existing legislation between Spain and Britain regarding inheritance is complex, mainly because their legal traditions are opposed. While in the UK there is absolute freedom in regards to how
British pensioners on abroad have experienced how their pensions have dropped until a 10% and they are afraid of losing even more purchase power. The Brexit still has consequences, mostly
Different jurisdictions and tax schemes are keys to bear in mind when an FO is established A Family Office (FO) is a kind of business created to manage the single
The Brexit’s effects and those caused by the CJEU’s Advocate General’s line on mortgage-floor-clauses in the Spanish banking sector fill our first week up. Lawfirm Del Canto Chambers’ blog started
An article in The Guardian by Simon Bowers reports that ‘the island should be ready to become independent, says senior minister after political attacks on finance industry.’ The full article
The British capital has the highest concentration of Family Offices in Europe, a booming business sector that manages high-net-worth families’ wealth. London is the Europe’s financial capital, headquarters of numerous
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