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Do you have children custody? This can be done through the permission of the court. If he does not follow the court orders then he can be arrested.
Read full answerHiring a lawyer in Villares de la Reina follows the standard Spain wide approach. Start by identifying your legal issue, then contact one or more local lawyers in the Salamanca area for an initial consultation. In Spain, it is common to sign a written engagement document called a hoja de encargo that clearly sets out the scope of work, fees, estimated timeline, communication method, and who will handle your file. You should ask for the lawyer's full identification details and bar registration number and request a clear explanation of likely costs and disbursements such as court fees, notary fees, and taxes.
Fees may be fixed fee, hourly, or mixed with a success fee where allowed by professional rules. Most legal services are subject to VAT. In many court matters a procurador may also be required. A procurador is a court representative who handles procedural filings and service of documents. Your lawyer will tell you if a procurador is needed for your case. If you cannot attend in person, you may grant a power of attorney before a Spanish notary or via the court apud acta system so your lawyer or procurador can act on your behalf.
If you have limited means, you can apply for legal aid called asistencia jurídica gratuita. Eligibility depends on your household income and circumstances. Applications in Castile and León are processed through the regional legal aid commissions and local bar associations. You can review national level information at the Ministry of Justice website at
