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Property Law & Real Estate Litigation
Our Property Law and Real Estate Litigation service offers you strategic legal representation to protect your assets and resolve disputes with confidence, transparency, and speed.
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Property Law & Real Estate Litigation
Why Clients
choose us
With over 20 years of experience advising and defending property owners, we combine deep knowledge of Spanish real estate law with a boutique, client-centered approach. You’ll work directly with a partner, never a junior, throughout every stage of your case.
Our Areas of Expertise
We act as your trusted legal partner through every phase of your investment.
1. Construction Defects and Developer Claims
Spanish law (Ley 38/1999) sets strict responsibilities for developers and builders. We act swiftly when construction defects emerge, whether they are aesthetic, habitability, or structural.
We handle: Structural damage, leaks, and foundation defects, noncompliance with building codes or safety standards, claims against developers, insurers, and warranty providers
Our approach: We commission an independent expert report, initiate formal claims, and, when necessary, pursue litigation to recover repair costs, price reductions, or contract termination.
2. Planning and Zoning Disputes
Unpermitted works or regulatory breaches can lead to fines, demolition orders, or legal uncertainty for owners. Our team manages these matters with local administrations to achieve swift, compliant resolutions.
Typical issues include: Construction without municipal permits, properties lacking first occupancy licenses, and usage violations and classification disputes
We provide: Legalization projects with certified architects, amnesties and administrative appeals, and representation before local authorities and courts.
3. Land and Boundary Disputes
Boundary conflicts or cadastral inconsistencies can significantly affect property value and marketability.
We assist with: Disputes between neighbors or adjoining properties, mismatches between physical and registered boundaries, and judicial demarcation (“juicio de deslinde”) when negotiation fails
Our process: we integrate technical topographical reports, registry corrections, and where needed, civil litigation to secure clear ownership rights.
4. Landlord-Tenant Disputes
Whether you are a landlord facing unpaid rent or a tenant encountering unlawful claims, we ensure compliance with Spanish rental law and protect your contractual rights.
We manage: Evictions and debt recovery, enforcement of lease terms, and compliance with 2025 short-term rental regulations.
For landlords and investors, we also provide ongoing compliance monitoring and registration in the national NRUA system.
5. Administrative and Government Claims
Local or regional authorities may intervene in private property transactions through preemptive acquisition rights or enforcement actions.
We prepare the necessary clauses and notarial safeguards to protect our clients’ deposits and prevent financial loss during these administrative proceedings.
Why International Investors Choose Us
At Paton & Mayr, our clients trust us because we protect their interests before problems arise.
Personalized Representation
You deal directly with your lawyer, not intermediaries. Every case is managed by a partner
Proactive Due Diligence
Our 12-point verification process detects risks before they become problems
Transparent Communication
You’ll always know where your transaction stands through our client portal and regular updates
Trusted Relationships
We collaborate with top notaries, tax offices, and local authorities in Barcelona, Madrid, Costa del Sol, and Costa Blanca