Publications List

The new Capital Company Law in Spain

On July 2nd, the Council of Ministers approved the Redrafted Text for the Law of Capital Companies (Royal Legislative Decree 1/2010). Effective from September 1, 2010, it unifies regulations for various company types, addressing organizational issues and imperfections.

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How to start an SME in Spain

Establishing a business in Spain demands understanding not only the local legal system and traditions but also compliance with European directives and international conventions. This intricate legal landscape necessitates a comprehensive assessment of how both Spanish and international laws impact the initiation of a new business venture by an optimistic foreign entrepreneur.

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Guidelines and tips to follow in an insolvency proceeding in Spain

This article delves into crucial aspects of insolvency and debt collection proceedings in Spain. It highlights the practical challenges faced by economic actors, emphasizing the decision-making process between liquidation and reaching agreements with creditors, which can be influenced by the type of creditor involved. The article also briefly touches on the limited effectiveness of insolvency proceedings in family debt cases.

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Reform 3/2009 to the Spanish Insolvency Law

In Spain, the Insolvency Law 22/2003 underwent recent reform with Royal Decree Law 3/2009 (March 27), responding to the global economic crisis. Originally enacted during economic prosperity, the law’s deficiencies over six years prompted modifications in the reform.

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Melanie Glover, June – September 2009

PDF- M.-Cooley-Law-School-Magazine-Winter-2009 Mariscal Abogados provides law students with the opportunity to expand on his/her substantive and practical legal education by practcing alongside an experienced team of attorneys. Melanie gained experience in …

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Steps when buying a property in Spain

The great variety of landscapes, excellent weather conditions, captivating history, delicious gastronomic offer and enthusiastic inhabits push more and more foreign citizens to not only spend their summer but furthermore buying a property in Spain. It is always advisable to rely on experienced Spanish lawyers to guarantee the success of the purchase.

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International Purchases. The questions of which law applies?

In international transactions, a common concern is determining the applicable law for a sales contract involving parties from different countries. Unfortunately, many international agreements lack a crucial element known as a choice of law provision. The absence of this clause can lead to unforeseen complications, particularly in the realm of debt collection, causing challenges for both parties.

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