English-Speaking Lawyers in Dénia, Costa Blanca

From the historic centre of Dénia to the Les Rotes coastline, Las Marinas and the hillside urbanisations of the Montgó, Tomas Ballestero Lawyers provides legal services to the international community of Dénia. With associated lawyers in Dénia and our main office in nearby Jávea, about 15 minutes away, we offer convenient local access for all your legal needs, in English, French or Spanish.

DéniaNeed a Lawyer in Dénia?

Dénia is one of the largest expat communities of the Marina Alta, with a strong British, Dutch, German, French and Belgian presence in Las Marinas, Les Rotes, the Montgó slopes and the historic centre. For over 30 years we have helped international clients buy, sell, inherit and protect property here.

María Salvá and Antonio de Sola, in association with our practice, handle in-person meetings in Dénia, alongside our main office in Jávea where the legal work is centralised. Direct legal advice in English, French or Spanish from qualified Spanish lawyers, and the same lawyer manages your case throughout.

PropertyProperty Services in Dénia

From Las Marinas beachfront apartments to hillside villas on the Montgó, we handle all aspects of your property purchase or sale in Dénia – legal checks, contract review, NIE applications, notary completion and the seller’s tax obligations. Can’t travel to Spain? We prepare your Power of Attorney so you can buy or sell remotely.

Buy or Sell Property Without Travelling to Spain We prepare your Power of Attorney in English and Spanish. You sign in your home country, we handle the entire purchase or sale process on your behalf – including notary signing. Buying a property in Dénia? See our page for conveyancing lawyers in Dénia.

InheritanceInheritance & Wills in Dénia

Inherited property in Dénia? We handle the entire probate process for international families – from obtaining death certificates and locating assets to paying inheritance tax and transferring property titles. We also prepare Spanish wills to protect your heirs in the future. Meetings can be held in Dénia with our associated lawyers, or the whole process handled from abroad.

Inheritance lawyer in Dénia: how Spanish probate works, step by step

Handle Your Inheritance Without Travelling to Spain We prepare your Power of Attorney in English and Spanish. You sign in your home country, we handle the entire probate process in Dénia on your behalf.

Also in DéniaOther legal services in Dénia

• Divorce by mutual agreementFor couples who agree on the terms, we prepare the settlement agreement (convenio regulador) and handle the divorce before the court or, when there are no minor children, before a notary. Each spouse may have their own lawyer.
• Everything by power of attorneyBuy, sell, inherit or sign a will without travelling to Spain. We prepare the power of attorney in English and Spanish, you sign it in your home country, and we represent you before the Spanish notary.

ExamplesExamples of cases we handle in Dénia

• Property sale

  A British couple who have moved back to the UK sell their apartment in Las Marinas. With a power of attorney signed in England we handle the sale from the private contract to the notary and settle the seller’s tax obligations, without them travelling to Spain.

• Spanish wills

  A German family with a villa on the Montgó slopes sign Spanish wills choosing the law of their nationality under the EU Succession Regulation, so that their Spanish property is dealt with locally and without delays when the time comes.

AreasAreas We Serve in Dénia

We assist clients throughout Dénia including: Dénia town centre, Les Rotes, Las Marinas beach area, Les Deveses, El Montgó, La Pedrera, La Xara, Jesús Pobre, El Verger and Els Poblets.

QuestionsFrequently Asked Questions

What legal services do English-speaking lawyers in Dénia offer? Property purchase and sale, inheritance and probate, Spanish wills, donations of property and divorce by mutual agreement. We act for British, Irish, American, Dutch, Belgian, German, Scandinavian and other international clients in Dénia and the Marina Alta.

Do I need to speak Spanish to buy property in Dénia? No. We handle the entire purchase process in English, including the NIE application, contract review, due diligence at the Land Registry and the notary appointment, and we make sure you understand every document before signing.

Do I need a Spanish will if I own property in Dénia? Yes, strongly recommended. Without a Spanish will, your heirs face 6-12 months of delays, costly translations, and potential complications with Spanish inheritance law.

Can British citizens still buy property in Dénia after Brexit? Absolutely. British citizens can buy property in Spain with no restrictions. However, you now need a visa or residency permit to stay more than 90 days in any 180-day period.

How much do English-speaking lawyers in Dénia charge? Fees depend on the matter and its complexity. We give you a clear written estimate before you instruct us. The first consultation is free.

Where is your office for Dénia clients? Our main office is at Avenida del Pla 126, Jávea, about 15 minutes from Dénia by car, where the legal work for every case is centralised. In-person meetings in Dénia are held with María Salvá and Antonio de Sola, in association with our practice.

Can I handle everything from abroad? Yes. With a power of attorney signed in your home country we can complete a purchase, a sale, an inheritance or a will on your behalf, keeping you informed by email, WhatsApp and video call.

Acheteurs francophones à Dénia : consultez notre page Avocat immobilier à Dénia.

See also

• Conveyancing lawyer in Dénia
• Lawyers & Solicitors Dénia
• Inheritance and wills in Spain
• Selling property in Spain as a non-resident
• Gifting property in Spain
• Divorce by mutual agreement
• Lawyers in Jávea

Our lawyers

José Manuel Tomas

Conveyancing, Inheritance and Donations · Admitted to the Valencia Bar in 1992 (no. 6407) · Alicante Bar no. 9382

José Rico

Family Law · Valencia Bar no. 12075

Mariano Ortuño

Valencia Bar no. 6041

Juan Poch

Conveyancing, Inheritance and Donations · Alicante Bar no. 3607

Rubén Bolufer Martínez

Legal Assistant

Manuel Lopez de Andujar

Conveyancing, Inheritance and Donations · Valencia Bar no. 7773

María Salvá

Conveyancing, Inheritance and Donations – Dénia · Alicante Bar no. 3699

Antonio Rodríguez de Sola

Conveyancing, Inheritance and Donations – Dénia · Alicante Bar no. 3374

How we meetIn person in Jávea, or 100% remote

In person in JáveaMeet us at our office in the Centro Comercial Arenal, Avenida del Pla 126. Meetings in English, French or Spanish.

100% remote, from homeMost of our clients never need to travel. We work by email, phone, WhatsApp and video call, and you sign through a power of attorney. Only the NIE has to be applied for in person, in Spain or at a Spanish consulate.

How much do you charge?

Every case is different, so before any work starts we send you a written quote. You know our fee from the beginning, with no surprises at the end.

Next stepWhat happens when you contact us

1. You send your enquiryThrough the form below, by phone, WhatsApp or email. A few lines are enough.
2. A lawyer reads itNot an assistant: one of our lawyers reviews your situation and replies personally, the same day.
3. We tell you the next stepWhat needs to be checked first, and which documents would help.
4. We confirm scope and feeIn writing, before any work starts.
5. You decideNothing is commissioned until you say yes.

Disclaimer. The information on this page is general in nature and does not constitute legal advice. Every property and every transaction is different, and the applicable rules may change. No decision should be taken on the basis of this page alone without obtaining advice on your specific case. Tomas Ballestero Lawyers accepts no liability for actions taken in reliance on this general information.