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Established in 1983 by English barrister and Spanish lawyer John De Cotta, alongside Spanish lawyer Jaime Santafé, De Cotta Law has been serving the English-speaking international community in Spain for over four decades. With offices in Mijas-Costa, Tenerife, Nerja, Granada, and Coín, the firm offers comprehensive legal services across the country. Their team comprises both English-qualified solicitors and Spanish-qualified abogados, enabling them to provide expert advice in multiple languages, including English, Spanish, Dutch, French, and German.

De Cotta Law specializes in a wide range of legal areas, including property and conveyancing, family law and child custody, wills and probate, company and commercial law, tax law, and civil litigation. Their expertise extends to assisting clients with property transactions, divorce proceedings, inheritance matters, business legalities, and tax planning. The firm's diverse team ensures that clients receive tailored legal solutions that address their unique needs, whether they are residents or international clients.

Committed to delivering personalized legal assistance with integrity and professionalism, De Cotta Law has built an international reputation by working with clients from the UK, Netherlands, Belgium, Scandinavia, and beyond. Their multilingual staff ensures effective communication, providing legal advice in clients' preferred languages. The firm's dedication to upholding the highest standards of legal practice is evident in their longstanding service and the trust they have garnered from a diverse clientele.

About De Cotta Law

Founded in 1983


Practice areas
Family
Lawsuits & Disputes

Languages spoken
English

Practice areas

Family

De Cotta Law's family law department offers comprehensive legal services, including divorce proceedings, child custody and visitation rights, financial settlements, and cohabitation agreements. Their expertise extends to complex cases involving conflicts of jurisdiction, child abduction under the Hague Convention, and domestic violence matters. With a team experienced in both Spanish and English law, they provide tailored support to married and unmarried couples, ensuring clients receive informed guidance and robust representation in sensitive family matters.
Adoption
Child Abuse
Child Custody
Child Support
Child Visitation
Collaborative Law
Divorce & Separation
Domestic Violence
Father's Rights
Marriage
Military Divorce
Same Sex & LGBT
Annulment

Lawsuits & Disputes

De Cotta Law's litigation team offers comprehensive legal support in monetary claims, contractual disputes, asset embargoes, property litigation, and enforcement of foreign judgments in both Spanish and English courts. They conduct thorough cost-benefit analyses and prioritize negotiated settlements, exploring alternative dispute resolution methods before proceeding to court. When litigation is necessary, their lawyers represent clients at all levels of the Spanish courts, from local courts of First Instance to the Supreme Court in Madrid. With over 30 years of experience, they provide confidential and informed guidance, ensuring clients understand proceedings and progress throughout their cases.
ADR Mediation & Arbitration
Appeal
Class Action
Litigation
Ethics and Professional Responsibility

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