SPECIALIST LAWYERS IN BARCELONA
Employment, Civil and Family Law
in Baix Llobregat and Barcelona
Specialists in employment law, dismissals, divorce, inheritance and public procurement. We defend our clients' rights from Sant Feliu de Llobregat, across the whole county and in Barcelona.
SPECIALIST LAWYERS IN BARCELONA
Specialist Lawyers in Baix Llobregat
and Barcelona
We work in employment law, family law, civil law and public procurement. Our commitment is rigorous legal advice with a personal, human approach.
We handle dismissals, divorces, inheritance and public contracts in Barcelona, Sant Feliu de Llobregat, L'Hospitalet and throughout the Baix Llobregat county.
PRACTICE AREAS
Lawyers in Sant Feliu de Llobregat: Employment, Criminal, Family and Civil Law
Specialist legal advice in Barcelona and Catalonia. Employment law (dismissals, permanent disability, workplace accidents), criminal law, Second Chance debt relief and insolvency, traffic accidents, family law, inheritance, evictions and public procurement.
SPECIALISM
Employment Lawyer in Baix Llobregat
Defence against dismissals, wage claims and disputes with your employer. Permanent disability claims before the Spanish Social Security (INSS) and claims for workplace accidents. Conciliation before the SMAC, the Catalan labour conciliation service, and proceedings before the employment court, keeping strict control of the time limits.
- Dismissals and severance pay
- Labour conciliation
- Unpaid wage claims
- Employment contracts
DEFENCE
Criminal Defence Lawyer in Sant Feliu de Llobregat
Criminal defence in Barcelona. Representation in criminal trials, appeals and reviews. Advice for victims and for the accused. Experience before the Barcelona courts.
- Defence in criminal trials
- Appeals
- Advice for victims
- Precautionary measures
- Removal of criminal records
Second Chance Debt Relief and Insolvency Lawyer
When your debts exceed what you can realistically pay, Spain's Second Chance Law opens the way to having them cancelled. We check whether you meet the requirements, prepare the procedure and stay with you throughout, including any seizures already under way.
- Debts beyond your ability to pay
- Seizure of wages and bank accounts
- Discharge of unpaid debts
- Personal insolvency proceedings
- Self-employed people and small businesses
Public Procurement Lawyer in Barcelona
We advise companies bidding for public contracts in Barcelona, Sabadell, Terrassa and throughout Catalonia. Bid preparation, challenges to contract awards and the special procurement appeal.
- Advice for private bidding companies
- Advice for public administrations
- Bid preparation and documentation
- Appeals and complaints in tenders
- Public contracts and procedures
Car Accident Lawyer in Baix Llobregat
Compensation claims for injuries and after-effects following a traffic accident. Assessment of the damage under the statutory compensation scale (baremo), negotiation with the insurer and court proceedings when the offer does not cover the real loss.
- Compensation for injuries and after-effects
- Damage assessment under the baremo
- Negotiation with the insurer
- Court proceedings
Family Lawyer in Baix Llobregat: Divorce and Custody
Specialists in divorce, separation and child custody in Barcelona. Advice on child maintenance and contact arrangements. A close and professional approach.
- Divorce and separation
- Child custody
- Child maintenance
- Variation of court orders
Civil Lawyer: Inheritance, Evictions and Tenancies
Inheritance, estates and wills. Evictions for non-payment or at the end of the contract, residential tenancies and landlord and tenant disputes. Debt claims and contractual liability.
- Inheritance and estates
- Contracts and obligations
- Wills
- Debt claims
Consumer Lawyer: Hidden Defects and Guarantees
Hidden defects in vehicle sales, unfair terms and products that do not conform to the contract. Legal guarantee, distance contracts and services not provided or poorly performed. Claims against the company and, when it does not respond, through the courts.
- Unfair terms and non-conforming products
- Services not provided or defective
- Legal guarantee and distance contracts
- Tesla FSD and cabin baggage claims
- EU cross-border claims: European Small Claims Procedure
Immigration Lawyer: Arraigo, Nationality and Family Reunification
Social, socio-labour, socio-educational, family and second-chance arraigo (residence based on ties to Spain) under the Immigration Regulation in force since 2025. Residence and work permits, renewals, Spanish nationality and family reunification. Appeals against refusals and defence against expulsion orders.
- Arraigo and regularisation
- Residence and work permits
- Spanish nationality
- Family reunification
- Appeals against refusals and expulsions
Dependency and Disability Lawyer
Applications for recognition of the degree of dependency (the Spanish long-term care assessment under Law 39/2006) and follow-up of the file. Appeals when the degree recognised does not reflect the person's real situation or is refused, reviews if their condition worsens, and claims when the Administration fails to decide on time or to approve the Individual Care Programme (PIA).
- Dependency assessment application
- Appeals against the degree awarded
- Review of the degree
- Claims for delays and the PIA
Company Formation in Barcelona | Official PAE Point
We are an official Entrepreneur Service Point (PAE). Online incorporation of limited companies and self-employed registration: company name, deed of incorporation, tax ID and tax registration, with the whole process handled from our office.
- SL and SA incorporation (48h) - PAE Point
- Self-employed and entrepreneur registration
- Amendments to the articles of association
- Dissolution and liquidation
- Sale and purchase of company shares
- Commercial contracts
WHY CHOOSE US?
Committed to Legal Excellence
Personal Attention
Every case receives our direct attention. We do not hand your case over to inexperienced assistants.
Online Advice Available
Video consultations from the comfort of your home or office. No need to travel.
Transparent Fees
No surprises: you know all the costs from the start, with a written quote before any work begins.
Service in four languages
We assist you and prepare your documents in Catalan, Spanish, English or French.
Official PAE Point
Authorised Entrepreneur Service Point: online company formation and self-employed registration.
WHERE DO WE WORK?
Areas Served
We serve clients throughout the Barcelona metropolitan area and surroundings.
Baix Llobregat
- Abrera
- Begues
- Castelldefels
- Castellví de Rosanes
- Cervelló
- Collbató
- Corbera de Llobregat
- Cornellà de Llobregat
- El Papiol
- El Prat de Llobregat
- Esparreguera
- Esplugues de Llobregat
- Gavà
- Gelida
- L'Hospitalet de Llobregat
- La Palma de Cervelló
- Martorell
- Molins de Rei
- Olesa de Montserrat
- Pallejà
- Sant Andreu de la Barca
- Sant Boi de Llobregat
- Sant Climent de Llobregat
- Sant Feliu de Llobregat
- Sant Joan Despí
- Sant Just Desvern
- Sant Vicenç dels Horts
- Santa Coloma de Cervelló
- Torrelles de Llobregat
- Vallirana
- Viladecans
Other Areas
- Barcelona
- Terrassa
- Sabadell
- Rubí
- Sant Cugat del Vallès
- Sant Quirze del Vallès
- Barberà del Vallès
COSTS AND FEES
Flexible payment, and you know before we start
We know cost is the first concern. That is why we discuss it at the outset and put it in writing: a fixed quote before we act, payment spread as the proceedings advance, and any additional expenses agreed with you first and charged at cost.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Our Legal Services
We answer the questions our clients ask most often about legal services in Barcelona and Catalonia.
General questions
How much does a first consultation with a lawyer cost?
At our firm the first consultation is free and without obligation. We study your case, explain the legal options available and tell you the applicable fees before any work begins. In complex matters it may not be enough to give you a definitive answer; in that case we will propose a preliminary study, with a quote. You can have it in person in Sant Feliu de Llobregat, by phone, by video call or by email.
Do you offer consultations by video call?
Yes, we offer both face-to-face meetings at our office in Sant Feliu de Llobregat and video consultations. This way we can assist clients from all over Catalonia and the rest of Spain with the same quality of service.
Employment Law
What compensation am I entitled to for unfair dismissal?
Compensation for unfair dismissal (despido improcedente) is 33 days' salary per year worked, up to a maximum of 24 months' pay (for contracts after 12 February 2012). For the earlier period, 45 days per year apply, up to a maximum of 42 months' pay. At our firm we offer a free initial assessment of your case and a fixed quote before we act.
How long do I have to challenge a dismissal?
The deadline to file a dismissal claim is 20 working days from the date the dismissal takes effect. It is a strict time limit that is only suspended by filing the conciliation request with the SMAC (for up to 15 working days). That is why it is essential to contact an employment lawyer from the very first moment.
What is the difference between a fair, an unfair and a void dismissal?
A fair dismissal (procedente) is one where the stated reason is proven; it carries no compensation if it is disciplinary, and 20 days per year if it is for objective reasons. A dismissal is unfair (improcedente) when the reason is not proven or the formal requirements are not met, and it carries compensation of 33 days per year. A void dismissal (nulo) is one that breaches fundamental rights or occurs in protected situations (pregnancy, reduced working hours, etc.), and it requires immediate reinstatement with payment of the wages owed in the meantime.
Can I be dismissed while on sick leave?
A dismissal during sick leave is not automatically void, but since Law 15/2022 illness has been expressly recognised as a ground of discrimination. If the real reason for the dismissal is your state of health, you can ask for it to be declared void, with reinstatement and compensation for damages. It is up to the employer to prove a different and sufficient reason.
What can I do if the INSS refuses my permanent disability claim?
Before going to court you must file a prior claim with the INSS within 30 working days of the notification. The INSS has 45 days to decide and, if it rejects the claim or does not reply, you then have 30 working days to bring proceedings before the employment court. These are short deadlines, and missing them closes the door.
Second Chance and Insolvency
Can I have my debts cancelled under the Second Chance Law?
The discharge of unpaid debts allows individuals, whether private persons or self-employed, to cancel the debts they cannot pay, either after liquidating their assets or through a payment plan. It is governed by articles 486 onwards of the Spanish Insolvency Act (Texto Refundido de la Ley Concursal). It is not automatic: you must have acted as a debtor in good faith and meet the legal requirements, which we assess case by case.
What happens to seizures if I start the procedure?
Opening insolvency proceedings suspends enforcement actions and ongoing seizures against the debtor's assets. That is a good reason not to wait: the sooner the process starts, the sooner the pressure from creditors stops. It is worth reviewing first which assets and which debts there are, because not all of them receive the same treatment.
Car Accidents
How long do I have to make a claim after a traffic accident?
The limit is one year, but it does not run from the accident: it runs from your medical discharge or from the moment the after-effects become stable. In addition, the prior written claim to the insurer interrupts the limitation period, and it is a mandatory step before going to the civil courts.
Should I accept the insurer's offer?
Not without reviewing it. The insurer must make a reasoned offer, but the assessment of injuries and after-effects under the baremo is open to debate, especially the number of days of impairment and the percentage of after-effects. Signing closes the claim, so it is wise to have the assessment checked first.
Family Law
How long does a divorce take in Barcelona?
It depends on the type of procedure. A divorce by mutual agreement is usually resolved within 1 to 3 months of filing. A contested divorce can take between 6 and 12 months or longer, depending on the court's workload and the complexity of the case. In both cases at least 3 months must have passed since the wedding, except in situations of risk.
How is child custody decided in Catalonia?
In Catalonia, the Catalan Civil Code (art. 233-8 et seq.) makes joint custody the preferred arrangement, unless the best interests of the child call for another. The judge considers the emotional bond with each parent, parenting ability, the time devoted to the children before the separation, the children's views if they are mature enough, and how close the parents live to each other. We support you in reaching the best possible agreement.
How is child maintenance calculated?
Child maintenance is set according to the children's needs and the financial means of both parents. The Barcelona courts use the guideline tables of the General Council of the Judiciary (CGPJ) as a reference. They take into account each parent's net income, the number of children, the custody arrangement, ordinary expenses (housing, food, education, healthcare) and extraordinary ones. Maintenance is updated every year in line with the consumer price index (IPC).
Civil Law and Inheritance
How long do I have to claim an inheritance in Catalonia?
In Catalonia you have 30 years from the death of the deceased to accept or renounce an inheritance, under the Catalan Civil Code. However, inheritance tax (Impost de Successions) must be settled within 6 months of the death, which can be extended by a further 6 months if requested within the first 5. We recommend acting as soon as possible to avoid tax surcharges and complications between co-heirs.
Is it compulsory to make a will in Catalonia?
It is not compulsory, but it is highly advisable. Without a will, the rules of intestate succession in the Catalan Civil Code (art. 441-1 et seq.) apply, which set a legal order: first children and descendants, then the spouse or stable partner, and then ascendants and collateral relatives. A will lets you name your heirs, distribute assets through legacies, appoint a guardian for minor children and optimise the tax burden. We advise you on planning your estate.
How long does an eviction for unpaid rent take?
It depends on the court and on whether the tenant opposes the claim. Without opposition the case can be resolved in a few months; with opposition, or if legal aid is requested, it takes considerably longer. What is in our hands is preparing the claim properly from the start: a prior demand for payment, an exact calculation of the debt and joining the claim for unpaid rent to the eviction.
What is the European Small Claims Procedure?
It is the route for claiming against a company or an individual in another EU country, except Denmark, when the amount does not exceed 5,000 euros, excluding interest and costs. It works, for example, for an online purchase that never arrives or a service that is not provided. It is a written procedure using standard forms, and the judgment can be enforced in any other EU country without further formalities. What should be checked first is which court has jurisdiction and how the debt is proved, because a badly prepared form can delay the claim by months.
Company and Commercial Law
What is a PAE Point and why use one to set up my company?
An Entrepreneur Service Point (PAE) is an office authorised by the Spanish Ministry of Industry to incorporate companies (SL and SA) and register self-employed workers online through the CIRCE system. Our firm is an official PAE Point, which allows us to complete the whole incorporation in 48 hours: reservation of the company name, drafting of the articles of association, public deed before a notary, registration with the Commercial Registry, obtaining the definitive tax ID and registration with the Tax Agency and Social Security, all in one place.
What is the difference between being self-employed and setting up an SL?
A self-employed person is liable for debts with all their personal assets, whereas in an SL liability is limited to the capital contributed. Since the Crea y Crece Law (2022), an SL can be incorporated with 1 euro of capital, although at least 20% of profits must go to reserves until they reach 3,000 euros. For tax purposes, the self-employed pay personal income tax (IRPF, progressive rates of up to 47%) and the SL pays corporation tax (25% in general, 15% for new companies in their first two years with a positive tax base). We help you choose the most suitable legal structure.
Tenders and Public Procurement
What documents do I need to bid for a public contract?
The usual documentation includes the company's deed of incorporation, tax ID, certificates showing you are up to date with the Tax Agency and Social Security, proof of economic and technical capacity, and any specific documents required by each set of tender specifications. We advise you on the full preparation of your bid.
Can I appeal if I am not awarded a public contract?
Yes. Spain's Public Sector Contracts Act (Law 9/2017) provides for a special procurement appeal for contracts subject to harmonised regulation. It is lodged with the competent contract appeals tribunal within 15 working days of notification of the award. For contracts not covered by the special appeal, an administrative appeal for reconsideration or a direct judicial review is available. We assess whether an appeal is viable and the most appropriate strategy.
Criminal Law
What should I do if I am summoned as a person under investigation?
If you receive a summons as a person under investigation (investigado), it is essential always to attend with a lawyer. You have the right not to make a statement, not to incriminate yourself and to know the accusation before you testify. We support you from the first summons, study the case beforehand and prepare your defence. It is important not to make statements without a lawyer, as they can seriously harm your position in the proceedings.
When do offences become time-barred in Spain?
Limitation periods vary with the seriousness of the offence: 20 years for offences with a maximum prison sentence of 15 years or more, 15 years if the maximum sentence exceeds 10 years, 10 years if it exceeds 5 years, 5 years for sentences of up to 5 years, and 1 year for minor offences. Terrorism offences with a maximum sentence of 15 years or more, crimes against humanity, genocide and offences against persons in armed conflict do not become time-barred. The limitation period is interrupted when proceedings are brought against the offender.
CONTACT
Book your consultation
First consultation free of charge. We see you in person in Sant Feliu de Llobregat, by phone, by video call or by email. Tell us about your case and we will find the best legal solution together.
Area Served
Province of Barcelona and Baix Llobregat
Phone
info@lexamm.com
Opening hours
Monday to Friday: 9:00 - 19:00
Saturday: 9:00 - 14:00
Emergencies: 24 h (fee applies)
Your information is confidential and protected by professional secrecy.