Inheritances
What does the legal service for inheritances consist of?
Our service is designed for foreign heirs who have received an inheritance in Spain (properties, bank accounts, vehicles, etc.) and need to manage all the necessary legal and tax procedures to receive it safely.
- Obtaining official certificates: death certificates, wills, insurance policies.
- Verification of the existence of a valid will in Spain or abroad.
- Coordination with notaries, registries, and tax authorities.
- Review of liens or debts associated with inherited assets.
- Drafting and signing notarial deeds of acceptance of inheritance.
- Settlement of inheritance tax and municipal capital gains tax.
- Registration of properties in the Land Registry.
- Full legal representation if you are unable to travel to Spain (through a power of attorney).
Legal process in inheritances
1- Initial consultation
We analyze your case, the relationship with the deceased, the existence of a will, and the assets at stake.
2- Document collection
We help you gather all the necessary documentation from your country or from Spain, including certificates, wills and powers of attorney.
3- Study of inheritance and debts
We check if there are any liens, mortgages, taxes, or legal disputes that could affect your acceptance of the inheritance.
4- Acceptance and signature before a notary
We prepare the notarized deed of acceptance of inheritance. If you are not in Spain, we handle everything by power of attorney.
5- Fiscal management
We calculate and file inheritance and municipal capital gains taxes. We make sure everything is in order.
6- Property Registry
Once the payments are completed, we register the properties in your name at the Land Registry.
Our team of experts in managing wills
We specialize in inheritance and wills for foreigners in Spain, with extensive experience in estate planning, will drafting, and notarization. We offer clear, secure, and multilingual advice, ensuring that your assets and rights are protected under Spanish law.
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Free consultation
Your inquiry will be handled by one of our attorneys specializing in international clients. We will respond within 24 hours.
Frequently asked questions about inheritance
Read our frequently asked questions about inheritances and wills that we’ve prepared for you. If you have more specific questions, don’t hesitate to contact us via WhatsApp or email.
Although not mandatory, it is highly recommended to have a will drawn up in accordance with Spanish law, or the law of your country of origin depending on the specific circumstances, for your assets in Spain. This simplifies the inheritance process and avoids delays, unnecessary costs, or potential conflicts among heirs.
Yes. Our team will draft it in your language and accompany you to the notary with a sworn translation if necessary, guaranteeing that you understand everything you sign and that the document is fully valid in Spain.
In the event of death without a will (intestate succession), Spanish inheritance law or the law of the deceased's country of origin will apply, following the legal order of heirs. We handle the entire probate process, even if the heirs live abroad.
Yes. With a power of attorney, we can represent you in all procedures: obtaining certificates, paying taxes, accepting inheritances, registering properties, and more. We offer a 100% remote service.
Inheritance and Gift Tax varies depending on the autonomous community, the degree of kinship, and the value of the assets. In Andalusia, there are significant tax breaks for direct heirs. We can help you calculate and optimize it legally.
You will need a death certificate, a certificate of last will and testament, the will itself (if applicable), and documentation of the assets to be inherited. We can help you gather and manage all the necessary documentation, even if you are in another country.
You can easily contact us through several channels:
- Phone: +34 651 12 61 54
- Email: info@lexartissolicitors.com
- Website: www.lexartissolicitors.com
You can also schedule an in-person appointment at our Almuñécar office or book a video call if you are abroad. We offer support in multiple languages to ensure a clear and convenient process from the start.
Our law offices
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Office in Nerja:
Edificio Levante, Calle Dr. Fleming, 1 - Bajo, 29780 Nerja, Málaga
Office in Almuñécar
P.º del Altillo, 9, Bajo, 18690 Almuñécar, Granada
Office in Salobreña:
C. Evaristo Corral, 18680 Salobreña, Granada
Wills and Estates on the Tropical Coast – In-person and Online
At Lex Artis Solicitors, we help foreign residents and heirs manage inheritances and wills in Spain clearly and securely. We offer legal representation throughout the Costa Tropical, with the option of handling the entire process remotely. We advise you in your language and protect your assets in accordance with Spanish law.