Lawyers · Real Estate · Tax · Succession · Marbella
García Castarnado Lawyers handle property, tax, succession and criminal matters for international clients on the Costa del Sol — the same lawyer, from first call to final signature.
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"Excellent service from start to finish. Yolanda and her team handled our property purchase professionally and kept us fully informed throughout. Clear communication, no surprises. Highly recommended to anyone buying in Marbella."
"We used Law Marbella for our inheritance in Spain. Álvaro guided us through a very complex cross-border process with patience and real expertise. Everything was handled smoothly despite us being in the UK throughout."
"Very professional, efficient and approachable. Carolina helped me with my NIE and residency paperwork — clear explanations at every step. Will definitely use them again for our future legal needs in Spain."
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Who we are
García Castarnado Lawyers — operating under the brand Law Marbella — was built on a single principle: international clients buying, living or investing on the Costa del Sol deserve a legal team that understands their language and their situation, not just their transaction.
Over 25 years of practice in Marbella, the firm has guided hundreds of British, Irish, Scandinavian and other European clients through property purchases, inheritance proceedings, tax obligations, NIE applications and criminal matters — each handled by a named lawyer, in English, from start to finish.
The lawyer you meet is the lawyer who handles your matter. No handovers, no junior associates taking over mid-transaction.
English is a working language here, not a marketing claim. Contracts, advice and filings drafted in English from the outset.
Two and a half decades acting for international clients in Marbella. Edge cases, title complications, tax traps — we have seen them all.
Every client's situation is different. The firm's philosophy is to provide advice fit for your specific circumstances — not a template.
How we help
Property, tax, succession, criminal and civil law for international clients living in or investing on the Costa del Sol.
Purchase and sale of property in Spain — from reservation contract through notary completion. Due diligence on the property and seller, NIE processing, money-transfer guidance and post-completion registration. Off-plan purchases and developer contracts.
Talk to us →Spanish wills for foreign residents, cross-border probate, acceptance of inheritance for beneficiaries based abroad, and inheritance-tax planning under Andalusian rules. Handled sensitively and co-ordinated with your advisers at home when needed.
Talk to us →Annual income tax (IRPF), non-resident-income tax on Spanish property, wealth tax and the rental-income reporting obligations. We file, you understand exactly what was filed — and we structure your affairs to keep you compliant and efficient.
Talk to us →Número de Identificación de Extranjero (NIE) applications, residency registrations, golden-visa guidance and related immigration matters. Essential for property purchases, bank accounts, and most dealings with Spanish public authorities.
Talk to us →Defence in criminal proceedings before Spanish courts — including road-traffic matters, fraud allegations, property disputes with criminal dimensions, and consumer complaints. Representation in both investigation and trial phases.
Talk to us →Contract disputes, neighbour disputes, community-of-owners matters, debt recovery and other civil actions before the Spanish courts. The firm also works closely with specialist partners on family law and labour matters.
Talk to us →We also act on:
The lawyers
You know from the outset which lawyer is handling your matter — and that person remains your point of contact throughout.
Founding Partner
Specialises in real estate law, succession and civil law. Over 25 years guiding international clients through property and inheritance matters on the Costa del Sol.
Ilustre Colegio de Abogados de Málaga
Associate Lawyer
Handles NIE applications, residency, conveyancing and client onboarding for international buyers. Experienced in guiding non-Spanish speakers through Spanish bureaucracy.
Ilustre Colegio de Abogados de Málaga
Associate Lawyer
Specialises in succession, wills and cross-border inheritance. Advises beneficiaries across Europe on accepting Spanish estates and managing probate proceedings.
Ilustre Colegio de Abogados de Málaga
Associate Lawyer
Focuses on criminal law and civil litigation. Acts for international clients in criminal proceedings, property disputes and civil actions before the Spanish courts.
Ilustre Colegio de Abogados de Málaga
Associate Lawyer
Handles tax compliance for resident and non-resident clients, including annual IRPF, wealth tax filings and non-resident income tax obligations on Spanish property.
Ilustre Colegio de Abogados de Málaga
Working with us
Thirty minutes by phone or video — in English. You explain your situation; we ask the right questions and tell you whether we are the right firm.
A fixed-fee proposal and a timeline in writing before we begin. No hourly drift, no surprises when the invoice arrives.
Notary, registry, tax office, courts — with a power of attorney we act for you even if you are not in Spain. The same lawyer throughout.
By email, phone or video — in English. You always know where your matter stands. No legalese, no vague "we will be in touch."
Find us
Located in the heart of Marbella — easy to reach from the Golden Mile, Puerto Banús and across the western Costa del Sol.
Calle Virgen del Pilar N°13
Edif. Los Pilares, 1B · 29602 Marbella, Málaga
Our base in central Marbella. Clients are welcome to drop in, or we can meet by phone or video from anywhere in Spain or Europe.
Most of our international clients work with us entirely remotely. A power of attorney lets us complete property purchases, handle inheritance, and file tax returns on your behalf — wherever you are.
Start online →Guides & insights
Practical guides from Law Marbella on the matters our international clients ask about most.
From finding the right NIE to completing at the notary — what your lawyer should be doing at each stage and where buyers most commonly get caught out.
If you own property in Spain and do not live here, you have annual tax obligations even on property you do not rent out. This is the plain-English version.
A short, properly-drafted Spanish will protects your beneficiaries, saves inheritance tax, and avoids months of cross-border probate. Here is why it matters.
Good to know
Yes. Law Marbella is a genuinely English-speaking firm. Your lawyer handles correspondence, contracts and tax filings in English — not through a translator or with Google Translate in the background.
Yes. With a power of attorney we complete property purchases, accept inheritances, file tax returns and handle court proceedings on your behalf — keeping you updated at every stage by email, phone or video.
Real estate and conveyancing, succession and wills, resident and non-resident tax, NIE and residency, criminal law, and general civil litigation. For matters outside our core expertise we work with trusted specialist partners.
Nothing. Your first call or meeting is free. We listen, ask the questions that matter, and give you a written fixed-fee quote before any chargeable work begins. No obligation.
All client information is handled confidentially and under Spanish and EU GDPR rules. The full detail is in our Privacy Policy.
Get in touch
Tell us a little about your situation and one of our lawyers will get back to you within one business day — in English.
