Inheritance lawyers · Torrevieja · Costa Blanca
Inheritances and Donations in Torrevieja: we take care of the paperwork, so you can take care of your family
Losing a loved one is hard enough without having to deal with notaries, certificates and taxes in another country. And planning what you will leave to your family deserves calm and good advice. We accompany you with respect and patience, handle every procedure for you and explain each step in your language.
We know how it feels
In difficult moments, you need people you can trust
After a death, families often face a long list of tasks while still grieving: finding out whether there was a will, obtaining certificates, dealing with banks, agreeing with other heirs and paying taxes within strict deadlines. When the deceased owned property in Spain and the family lives abroad, everything feels even more complicated.
For more than 25 years we have accompanied families on the Costa Blanca through these moments. We handle the procedures with sensitivity, help heirs reach agreements and, when you are planning ahead, we help you prepare your will and donations so your loved ones are protected.
“We look after your family’s legacy with the same care you would.”
Our way of working
With you before, during and after the succession
Whether you are planning ahead or dealing with an inheritance today, we are by your side at every stage.
We help you plan
Good planning avoids problems for those you love.
- Drafting and updating your Spanish will
- Advice on international wills and applicable law
- Planning of donations during your lifetime
- Estimate of taxes for your heirs
We handle the inheritance
We take care of the procedures with patience and clarity.
- Death and last will certificates
- Acceptance and partition of the inheritance
- Inheritance tax returns within the deadline
- Accompaniment at the notary, with translation in your language
We complete everything
The process ends when everything is in your name.
- Registration of properties at the Land Registry
- Changes at banks, utilities and local taxes
- Sale or management of inherited property
- Advice for your own future planning
How we can help you
Inheritance and donation services in Torrevieja
Complete support for families, heirs and people planning their legacy.
Inheritances with a will
Obtaining the certificates, accepting and dividing the inheritance and transferring the assets to the heirs.
Inheritances without a will
When there is no will, we handle the declaration of heirs and the rest of the procedure.
Wills
Drafting and modification of Spanish wills, including choice of the applicable law for international clients.
Donations
Donations of property or money: preparation, accompaniment at the notary with translation and calculation of the donation tax.
Inheritance and donation tax
Taxation depends on the circumstances of each inheritance or gift and on the tax residence of the people involved. We study your case, calculate the taxes and file them, applying the reductions that correspond.
Disputes between heirs
Negotiation between heirs, claims for the reserved portion (legítima) and legacies, and partition actions in court when necessary.
Why clients trust us
A team that cares for your family’s legacy
You may also need our tax services, real estate services, family law and help obtaining your NIE.
Frequently asked questions
Questions about inheritances and donations
A relative who owned property in Spain has died. Where do we start?
First, we obtain the death certificate and the certificate of last wills, which shows whether a will exists in Spain. From there, we explain the steps, the documents needed and the deadlines, and we take care of the procedure for you.
Is there a deadline to pay inheritance tax in Spain?
Yes. In general, inheritance tax must be filed within six months of the date of death, and this period can be extended by a further six months if requested within the first five months. Filing late can lead to surcharges or interest, depending on each situation, so it is important to act early.
Do I need a Spanish will if I already have one in my country?
It is highly recommended if you own property in Spain. A Spanish will makes the inheritance procedure much faster and simpler for your heirs. We can draft it so that it is coordinated with your will in your home country.
How much inheritance or donation tax will we pay?
It depends on the circumstances of each inheritance or gift: the relationship with the deceased or donor, the value and location of the assets and the tax residence of the people involved, which determines whether national or regional rules apply. The Valencian Community currently offers significant reductions for close relatives, but the rules change frequently, so we calculate each case with the rules in force at that moment.
Can non-residents inherit property in Spain?
Yes. Non-resident heirs can inherit property in Spain. They will need an NIE, and how they are taxed will depend on their tax residence, that of the deceased and where the assets are located: in many cases regional rules can be applied, but each inheritance has to be studied individually. We handle the whole process, including with a power of attorney.
What happens if the heirs do not agree?
We first try to reach an agreement through negotiation, which is usually faster and protects family relationships. If that is not possible, we defend your interests through a court partition of the inheritance.