Global MobilityAbogado

Moving to another country is your decision. Leave the paperwork to me.

Independent Spanish lawyer (abogado), registered with the Bar and in private practice. I advise individuals, families and foreign companies settling in Spain. I handle every matter personally, coordinating with other specialists.

Classic law office with a library, green baize desk and a statue of Justice
ICAS 13445Registered lawyer
3 languages
7 areasof practice
All of SpainRemote service
  • NIE and TIE
  • Municipal registration (padrón)
  • Visas
  • Residence by settlement (arraigo)
  • Family reunification
  • Spanish nationality
  • Special tax regime for inbound workers
  • Company formation
  • Self-employed registration
  • Lease agreements
  • Inheritance
  • Claims
  • Contract review
  • Legal second opinion

Global Mobility

Moving to Spain

I coordinate every step of your move, from early planning to full legal, tax and administrative compliance in Spain.

No visa

EU, EEA and Swiss citizens

You do not need a visa to live in Spain, but you must register if you stay longer than three months.

  • EU citizen registration certificate
  • Municipal registration (padrón)
  • Social Security and access to healthcare
  • Tax residence and tax obligations

Every situation requires an individual assessment.

The stages of your move

Stage 1

Advance planning

  • Identifying the most suitable residence route
  • Visa or permit application
  • Legalisation, apostille and sworn translation of documents
  • Tax planning for the move
Stage 2

Arrival and residence

  • NIE and TIE
  • Municipal registration (padrón)
  • Social Security registration and access to healthcare
  • Bank account and digital certificate
Stage 3

Housing and daily life

  • Review of lease and purchase contracts
  • Setting up utilities
  • School enrolment
  • Driving licence and vehicle registration
Stage 4

Professional activity

  • Self-employed registration or company formation
  • Special tax regime for inbound workers
  • Renewals, long-term residence and nationality

I personally handle the whole process and keep you informed at every stage.

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Practice areas

Comprehensive legal advice

Beyond relocation, I advise individuals and companies on their everyday legal matters.

Immigration and foreign nationals

Visas, residence and work permits, arraigo, family reunification, renewals and Spanish nationality.

Civil law

Contracts, leases, property sales, inheritance and debt claims.

Commercial law

Company formation, shareholder agreements, commercial contracts and recovery of unpaid invoices.

Employment law

Employment contracts, dismissals, wage claims and hiring staff.

Compensation claims

Traffic accidents, damages, claims against insurers and civil liability.

Tax and administrative

Registration with the Spanish Tax Agency and Social Security, tax returns, public benefits and administrative appeals.

Advisory and consultancy

One-off consultations, review of contracts and documents, legal second opinions and reports. I can also accompany you in dealings with public authorities, banks or notaries. For companies and professionals, ongoing advice on a monthly retainer.

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How I work

Close, rigorous and always on top of things

I treat every matter as if it were my own. You will always know where your case stands and what comes next.

Honesty

From the outset, I tell you what is feasible and what is not, even if it is not what you hoped to hear.

Clarity

I explain each step in plain language, without unnecessary jargon.

Efficiency

I prepare the paperwork and keep track of deadlines so your matter moves forward without unnecessary delays.

Personal approach

Every case is different. I study your specific situation and propose the solution that fits it best.

Follow-up

I keep a close eye on every procedure and update you on progress without you having to ask.

Approachability

Direct, personal contact: by phone, WhatsApp, video call or in person, in Spanish, English or Italian.

In practice

Single point of contact

I personally manage your matter and explain the procedure, expected timelines and required documents at every step.

Network of professionals

When needed, I coordinate tax advisers, sworn translators, notaries and other trusted specialists, so you do not have to deal with each of them.

Fees in writing

Before any work begins, I send you a written fee quote.

Remote service

Video calls, electronic signatures and digital certificates allow most matters to be handled without travelling.

Before you sign

I will review every document with you before you sign it.

Rental agreements, property purchases, deeds or documents in another language: I explain what you are signing and what it means for you.

Blue fountain pen on an old document

Where I work

Andalusia, the Valencia region and the rest of Spain

Available in Andalusia and the Valencia region, and remotely throughout the rest of Spain.

SevilleAndalusia
MálagaAndalusia
ValenciaValencia region
AlicanteValencia region
Rest of SpainRemotely

Contact

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You can reach me through the form, by email or on WhatsApp.

Emaillegal@atenoconsulting.com
Phone+34 614 467 865
Languages
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