Solicitors in Jaén, Spain

Your English-Speaking Lawyer in Jaén

At Tejada Solicitors, we’re here to assist you with a wide variety of legal services tailored to meet the diverse needs of expatriates, non-residents, and local residents in Jaén.

Our expertise is focused on providing clear, practical advice and comprehensive legal support in several key areas through a team of trusted English-speaking lawyers in Jaén.

Property conveyancing and real estate law

Buying or selling property in Jaen involves several distinct legal phases, each essential for a secure and smooth transaction—especially for expatriates or non-residents unfamiliar with the Spanish system:

• Due diligence and legal checks: Before making any payment, we obtain and review the “nota simple” (official land registry extract) to verify ownership, check for debts, encumbrances (charges or liens), and confirm compliance with urban planning regulations. We also verify that there are no pending infringements or hidden legal risks. This phase is crucial for avoiding future disputes or unexpected financial obligations.
• Assessment of compliance and documentation: We analyze local planning regulations, coordinate with architects for technical surveys (particularly for rural/finca properties), and confirm whether required municipal licenses, such as a Licence of First Occupation (“Licencia de Primera Ocupación”) and energy efficiency certificates, are in place for both resale and new-build properties.
• Contracts, notary, and fund transfer: Once due diligence is complete, we draft and negotiate the private purchase agreement (contrato privado de compraventa), which outlines the conditions, dates, and penalties. Completion takes place before a Spanish notary, where, after confirming final payment and compliance, the Title Deeds (“Escritura de Compraventa”) are signed by all parties or their legal representatives (as often facilitated for non-residents via a power of attorney).
• Post-completion administration: Following completion, we ensure that purchase tax is paid, the transaction is registered with the Land Registry and Cadastre (for tax/property registration), and utilities and community obligations are updated. This stage is critical for enforcing ownership rights and defending against third-party claims.
• Special assistance for remote clients: Non-residents or absent buyers can complete all actions securely via a power of attorney, including signing, tax formalities, and registration, greatly reducing the need for travel.

• Optimizing inheritance tax in Andalusia : Our expertise includes recent regional tax reforms in Andalusia, such as substantial discounts or allowances for close relatives. We advise on structuring assets and marriages (including civil partnerships) to minimize tax liability.
• Full support for heirs: We assist heirs in obtaining Spanish NIE numbers (tax IDs), managing the ‘acceptance of inheritance’ (‘aceptación de herencia’) before a notary, interpreting foreign wills, and securing the required certificates of succession, law, and death internationally.
• Resolving international and complex cases: For clients residing abroad, we coordinate all bureaucratic matters remotely—representing you before local tax, notary, and land registry authorities, thereby avoiding probate problems and double taxation.
• Rural and urban estate matters: Navigating unique documentation or registration challenges for rural land and inherited homes, including legalization, regularization, or updating the cadastral value.

With comprehensive inheritance planning and representation, we ensure your estate is transferred legally, efficiently, and with minimal tax exposure to heirs—no matter where you or your beneficiaries reside. Our expert legal services for expats in Jaén ensure your estate is transferred efficiently and legally, with minimal tax implications.

Tax advice for residents and non-residents

We provide end-to-end Spanish tax advice and fiscal representation, adapted to your status, residency, and cross-border obligations:

• Residents: Support for annual income tax declarations (IRPF), including deductions and reporting worldwide income; proactive advice to optimize tax residency for new arrivals, retirees, and cross-border workers.
• Non-residents: Guidance and declaration of non-resident income tax in Spain  (IRNR), wealth tax (Impuesto sobre el Patrimonio), capital gains on property sales, and municipal or regional taxes.
• International reporting: Preparation of Form 720 for declaration of assets held abroad—a legal obligation with steep penalties if omitted. We ensure timely filing and provide tailored advice for complex cases such as trusts, investment portfolios, or overseas businesses.
• Double tax treaties and planning: Analysis and application of tax treaties between Spain and other countries (e.g., the UK, USA, EU states), minimizing double taxation and preventing costly errors for global clients.
• Fiscal representation and penalty avoidance: As your official representative before the Spanish tax authorities, we help you avoid late-filing penalties, administrative missteps, and provide ongoing compliance support as your situation evolves.

This holistic and vigilant approach to Spanish and international tax ensures legal certainty, alleviating the stress of cross-border obligations for both residents and non-residents. Our English-speaking lawyers in Jaén work to clarify your obligations and optimize your tax position in Spain.