English-Speaking Lawyers in Altea | Property, Wills & Divorce

Whether you own property in Altea la Vella, Cap Negret, Sierra de Bernia or Mascarat, Tomas Ballestero Lawyers provides comprehensive legal services to the international community of Altea and surrounding areas. With over 30 years of experience and our office in nearby Jávea at Avenida del Pla 126, we understand the legal needs of British, Dutch, Belgian, German and other European residents in this coastal area.

AlteaNeed a Lawyer in Altea?

Altea is the most southern town we serve regularly, a Marina Baixa coastal town with a strong British, Belgian, Dutch and French expat community in Altea Hills, Mascarat and the historic old town.

Our office in Jávea is 25 minutes from Altea by car, and we also have associated lawyers in Dénia for in-person meetings. Meetings in person at our Jávea office or fully remote service via WhatsApp, email and video call, and the same lawyer manages your case throughout.

PropertyProperty Services in Altea

From Cap Negret beachfront apartments to hillside villas in Sierra de Bernia and Altea Hills, we handle all aspects of your property purchase or sale in Altea – legal checks, contract review, 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.

InheritanceInheritance & Wills in Altea

Inherited property in Altea? We handle the entire probate process for international families – from obtaining death certificates and locating assets to paying inheritance tax and transferring property titles. For clients whose purchase or inheritance we handle, we also prepare a Spanish will to protect their heirs. Meetings can be held at our Jávea office or with our associated lawyers in Dénia, or the whole process handled from abroad.

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 Altea on your behalf.

Also in AlteaOther legal services in Altea

• 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 Altea

• Property purchase

  A Belgian family buys an apartment in Altea Hills. They live near Brussels and want everything coordinated in French. We handle the full conveyancing in French and Spanish from our Jávea office, 25 minutes from Altea.

• Inheritance

  A British family inherits a sea-view apartment in Mascarat from a parent. The heirs live in the UK. We coordinate the Spanish probate remotely, complete the inheritance, and register the property in their names.

AreasAreas We Serve in Altea

We assist clients throughout Altea including: Altea town centre, Altea la Vella, Cap Negret, Sierra de Bernia, Mascarat, Altea Hills, Campomanes and Alfaz del Pi.

QuestionsFrequently Asked Questions

Do I need a Spanish will if I own property in Altea? Yes, strongly recommended. Without a Spanish will, your heirs face long delays, costly translations, and potential complications with Spanish inheritance law.

Can British citizens still buy property in Altea after Brexit? Absolutely. British citizens can buy property in Spain with no restrictions. However, longer stays in Spain now require a visa or residency permit.

Where is your office for Altea clients? Our office is at Avenida del Pla 126, Jávea, about 25 minutes from Altea by car, and we have associated lawyers in Dénia. Meetings can be held in person, or the whole matter handled remotely by email, WhatsApp and video call.

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.

See also

• Property lawyers in Costa Blanca
• Inheritance and wills in Spain
• Selling property in Spain as a non-resident
• Gifting property in Spain
• Divorce by mutual agreement
• Lawyers in Jávea
• Lawyers in Moraira

Our lawyers

José Manuel Tomas

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

José Rico

Marital and Family Law · Valencia Bar no. 12075

Mariano Ortuño

Civil Law · Valencia Bar no. 6041

Juan Poch

Conveyancing, Inheritance and Matrimonial Law · Alicante Bar no. 3607

Ruben Bolufer Martinez – Junior Lawyer

Civil and Insurance

Manuel Lopez de Andujar

Inheritance, Conveyancing and Contract Law · Valencia Bar no. 7773

María Salvá

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

Antonio Rodríguez de Sola

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

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.