Eoin McGirr

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English barrister and Spanish abogado
Year of call: Barrister 1997 (Gray’s Inn)​

Abogado 2014 (Colegio de la Abogacía de Cantabria)

Eoin McGirr was called to the Bar by Gray’s Inn in 1997 and practiced as a barrister in London before moving to the Basque Region of Spain. In 2014 he became a practicing lawyer (abogado) in Spain as a member of the Cantabria Bar Association where he has extensive experience assisting foreign individuals and companies. Since 2016 he is also a Law Professor at the University of Deusto (Bilbao).

Practicing lawyer (abogado) in Spain registered with the Cantabria Bar Association (Ilustre Colegio de Abogados de Cantabria) (No. 3908) since 2014.

Member of the Honourable Society of Gray’s Inn (No. 4736).
Certificate of Good Standing.

Eoin brings a wealth of international legal expertise, combining a deep understanding of both the UK common law system and the Spanish civil law framework. This unique dual qualification enables him to provide strategic legal advice to clients engaged in cross-border matters, particularly those involving British and Spanish jurisdictions.

Over the years, Eoin has advised numerous foreign nationals, expats, and international businesses on Spanish legal issues, including civil litigation, commercial contracts, real estate transactions, and family law matters. His bilingual fluency in English and Spanish allows him to guide clients clearly through the Spanish legal system, ensuring transparency and confidence at every step.

In addition to his legal practice, Eoin plays a key academic role as a Law Professor at the University of Deusto, where he teaches International and European Union Law. His academic insight keeps him abreast of evolving legal principles, which he integrates into his legal practice for the benefit of his clients.

Eoin is also actively involved in professional development and legal reform discussions. His dual role as a practitioner and educator allows him to offer a balanced, insightful perspective on complex legal challenges.

His reputation for integrity, precision, and client-focused solutions makes him a trusted legal advisor for individuals and corporations navigating Spanish and international legal landscapes.

Specialism:

Immigration, real estate, family, general practice 

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Spain. Based in Bilbao 

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Year of call: Barrister 1997 (Gray’s Inn)​

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