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How to make a will in Spain

23 February, 2026FirmalexInheritance in Spain, Latest posts, Legal consultancy

Ensuring your wishes are respected and avoiding family disputes start with proper estate planning. We provide a clear and straightforward guide on how to make your will in Spain with full legal certainty. What is a will and why is it important? A will is a legally valid document that allows the testator to decide...

What can you do without being a tax resident in Spain?

13 February, 2026FirmalexLatest posts, Legal consultancy, Tax consultancy, Taxes in Spain

Even if you do not reside in Spain legally, there are certain things that can be done within Spanish territory, if you always comply with the requirements and follow the procedures established for this purpose. Let’s have a look at the most common ones. Difference between Legal and Tax Residence Before starting, it is essential...

International succession

27 January, 2026FirmalexInheritance in Spain, Latest posts, Legal consultancy

Inheriting assets from different countries is usually called international succession. It’s a common situation, but also complex. To ensure it goes well, you need to identify the applicable law, gather all the necessary documents, and comply with all the procedures in each jurisdiction. The best course of action in these cases is to seek specialized...

What happens if the deceased made several wills?

20 January, 2026FirmalexInheritance in Spain, Latest posts, Legal consultancy

Inheritance in the event of the death of a family member can be complicated in some cases, one of which is the existence of different wills that make the deceased’s last wishes unclear. What is a will? A will is a legally valid document in which a person, called the testator, expresses his or her...

What to do when you’re an heir but there’s no will

17 November, 2025FirmalexInheritance in Spain, Latest posts, Legal consultancy, Tax consultancy

Receiving an inheritance often raises questions and paperwork, but when the deceased did not leave a will, the process can become even more confusing. In these situations, the law provides a specific procedure to determine who the legal heirs are and how the estate should be distributed. Below, we explain step by step what to...

I’m an heir, now what?

7 November, 2025FirmalexInheritance in Spain, Latest posts, Legal consultancy

You might suspect that you’ve become an heir, or you might already know for sure. Either way, it’s normal to have many questions about what steps to take and how to proceed. In this article, we will see the process to find out if you are an heir in Spain when the deceased has left...

How long does it take to receive the inheritance?

26 September, 2025FirmalexInheritance in Spain, Latest posts, Legal consultancy

In this time of immediacy, we often rush through everything that happens in our lives. Moreover, when it comes to something financially significant, such as inheritance, it can solve or improve living conditions in some cases. Legal processes, such as inheritance after death, can be complicated to understand and can take a long time, as...

Which is included in a will?

11 July, 2025FirmalexInheritance in Spain, Latest posts, Legal consultancy

Before death, it is best to make a will that includes everything you need. But… What can be regulated through this document? Identification of the testator The testator is the person who grants the will, that is, the person who is making the decisions about the distribution of his or her assets. Therefore, it is...

Accept or reject the inheritance

20 June, 2025FirmalexInheritance in Spain, Latest posts, Legal consultancy

When receiving an inheritance, the question may arise as to whether it is better to accept or reject the inheritance, especially if you are not entirely clear about everything the deceased owned. Why consider rejecting the inheritance When an inheritance is accepted, personal assets undergo changes related to both the deceased’s assets and rights, as...

Who is involved in an inheritance?

16 June, 2025FirmalexInheritance in Spain, Latest posts, Legal consultancy

An inheritance is the set of assets, rights and obligations that are transferred to the heirs after the death of a person. Various people and elements are involved in this transmission to ensure it ends correctly. Main legal figures in an inheritance The following people are usually part of the inheritance process. Testator This is...

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