Award-Winning Spanish Wills & Probate Law Firm

With offices across Spain, including Barcelona, Madrid, Málaga, and Gran Canaria, as well as in the UK, Giambrone & Partners is an award-winning international law firm specialising in Spanish inheritance, wills, and probate matters. Our multilingual lawyers are trusted by British nationals and international clients for their expertise in cross-border estate administration, providing clear, practical, and culturally aware legal guidance throughout the Spanish succession process.

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Expert Wills & Inheritance Services in Spain

Inheritance law in Spain differs significantly from that in the UK. Spanish law enforces “forced heirship”, meaning certain heirs (such as spouses, children, and parents) are legally entitled to part of the estate. In addition, beneficiaries have the right to refuse an inheritance if debts exceed the estate’s value, a common consideration in Spanish probate.

Giambrone & Partners’ expert Spanish inheritance and probate lawyers assist clients with:

  • Drafting Spanish wills alongside English wills to prevent conflicts between jurisdictions
  • Cross-border estate administration for Spanish and UK assets
  • Inheritance tax planning and guidance on regional allowances
  • Representation before Spanish Notaries and Registries
  • Support for executors and beneficiaries throughout the probate process
  • Advice on accepting or renouncing an inheritance and the legal implications

Our team also manages official documentation, translations, NIE applications, and Power of Attorney arrangements to ensure all formalities are handled efficiently, even if you are not based in Spain.

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Navigating Probate in Spain and the UK

In Spain:

  1. Assemble the required documents (death certificate, will, property title deeds, bank details, etc.)
  2. Obtain a Número de Identificación de Extranjero (NIE) for all beneficiaries
  3. Search the Central Wills Registry in Madrid to confirm the existence of a will
  4. Arrange for the legalisation and official translation of UK documents where necessary
  5. Execute the Deed of Acceptance before a Spanish Notary
  6. Pay inheritance tax (Impuesto sobre Sucesiones y Donaciones) within six months of death
  7. Transfer assets and register property titles in your name

In the UK:

  1. Obtain the Grant of Probate or Letters of Administration
  2. Value and identify all estate assets and liabilities
  3. Pay inheritance tax if applicable
  4. Distribute assets according to the deceased’s will

Cross-border estates often require careful coordination to ensure compliance with both legal systems. Our lawyers manage every aspect of the process, from documentation to tax planning, ensuring a smooth and transparent resolution for beneficiaries.

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Why Choose Giambrone & Partners?

With over 20 years of experience, Giambrone & Partners is a leading Spanish law firm providing expert assistance in wills, probate, and succession matters across Spain and the UK. Our award-winning, multilingual team combines deep legal expertise with practical insight into the complexities of cross-border inheritance law.

We offer clients the comfort of speaking to a lawyer in their own language and the convenience of offices across Spain (Barcelona, Madrid, Málaga, and Gran Canaria) and the UK, making us the ideal partner for international clients. Known for our efficiency, transparency, and personalised approach, we ensure your estate is managed smoothly, lawfully, and according to your wishes.

Contact our Spanish offices today for tailored, multilingual advice, and take the first step towards securing your Spanish estate and protecting your beneficiaries with confidence.

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Barcelona Office

Giambrone & Partners SLP
Carrer de Balmes 28
Barcelona
08007
Spain
+34 932 201 627

Gran Canaria Office

Giambrone & Partners SLP
Edificio Mercurio, Torre I – 3º F
Avenida de Tirajana 37
San Bartolomé de Tirajana
35100
Gran Canaria
+34 828124418

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Madrid Office

Giambrone & Partners SLP
Bajo Centro Derecha,
Calle Luchana 29
28010
Madrid
Spain
+34 911 383 045

Malaga Office

Giambrone & Partners SLP
Paseo de Reding 43
29016
Malaga
Spain
+34 851 946 103

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