Jose Maria Ruiz Castillo

20/10/2026

If you find yourself in this situation, reaching an agreement with the plaintiff is usually the best solution. But keep in mind: once a lawsuit is already filed, a informal agreement won’t protect you.

The settlement must be formally filed and validated by the Court.

To make it legally binding, you are required to appear with a Spanish Attorney (Abogado) and Court Representative (Procurador) to present the agreement under terms that benefit both sides.

If you need legal support to resolve a dispute in Spain, feel free to reach out anytime:

📱 Phone: +34 618 314 062

✉️ Email: [email protected] / [email protected]

It will be my absolute pleasure to assist you. Enjoy your time in Spain and let us handle the legal stress for you!

16/10/2026

Many international clients ask me what "empadronamiento" is, and the truth is that it often creates unnecessary stress and anxiety.

The good news is that the process is usually much simpler than people think.

In basic terms, empadronamiento is the official registration of your address with the local Town Hall. You simply inform the local authorities where you are living in Spain.

Generally, you will need:

✅ Your passport

✅ Your rental agreement or title deed if you own the property

✅ A prior appointment with the Town Hall

Although the process sounds straightforward, language barriers, administrative requirements and local procedures can sometimes make it more complicated for foreign residents.

Having professional assistance can save a great deal of time, confusion and frustration.

It would be my pleasure to help you complete your empadronamiento anywhere in Spain.

📞 +34 618 314 062

📧 [email protected]

📧 [email protected]

Why is empadronamiento important?

Because it is often required for:

✔ Enrolling children in school

✔ Accessing the Spanish public healthcare system

✔ Applying for or maintaining immigration and residency procedures

✔ Obtaining family-related benefits and discounts

✔ Many other administrative procedures in Spain

Spain is enriched by people from different countries, cultures and backgrounds. Thank you for choosing Spain as your home and for helping create a more diverse, multilingual and multicultural society.

We are here to help you every step of the way.

08/10/2026

08/10/2026

One of the most important things you can do if you are living in Spain as an international resident is to make a Will.

Nobody likes to think about these matters, but having a properly drafted Will is essential. If someone passes away in Spain without a Will, or with a Will that has not been correctly prepared, their loved ones may face complex legal problems that can take years to resolve and involve significant costs.

By contrast, preparing a professionally drafted Will is a simple and affordable step that can save your family considerable time, stress, and expense in the future. It provides peace of mind, knowing that your affairs have been organised properly and that your wishes will be respected.

I have assisted many international residents in Spain with their Wills and succession planning, and it would be my privilege to help you do the same.

For professional assistance, please contact me:

📞 +34 618 314 062
📧 [email protected]
📧 [email protected]

I would be delighted to help you ensure that this important matter is properly taken care of.

Thank you for choosing Spain as your home.

07/10/2026

⚠️ Time for the Second Corporate Tax Advance Payment in Spain!

If you own a Spanish company, now is the deadline for submitting the second advance payment of Corporate Income Tax (Impuesto sobre Sociedades).

This is one of the most complex tax filings in Spain. In practice, it is extremely difficult to complete correctly without professional assistance. Most information is only available in Spanish, there are no official English forms, and obtaining clear guidance from the Spanish Tax Agency can be a real challenge.

❗ Missing the deadline or filing incorrectly can lead to significant penalties and unnecessary costs.

✅ I assist business owners and company directors throughout Spain, providing a straightforward and reliable service to ensure everything is submitted correctly and on time.

📞 Call or WhatsApp: +34 618 314 062
📧 [email protected]
📧 [email protected]

Let me take care of the process so you can focus on running your business.

Thank you, and I look forward to helping you.

José María Ruiz Castillo
Lawyer • Economist • Tax Adviser

05/10/2026

Many international tenants living in Spain are unaware of a common problem they may face when renting a property: some landlords unfairly refuse to return the security deposit at the end of the tenancy.

My goal in this video is to raise awareness within the international community about this abusive practice. In many cases, keeping a tenant's deposit without legal justification is contrary to Spanish law.

The good news is that Spanish courts are well aware of these situations and, in many cases, they rule in favor of tenants when landlords cannot legally justify withholding the deposit.

As a lawyer, I have successfully represented international tenants in these types of cases throughout Spain, including Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, and Granada.

If your landlord has unfairly kept your deposit, do not assume there is nothing you can do. You may have strong legal grounds to recover your money.

📞 Call me: +34 618 314 062
📧 [email protected]
📧 [email protected]

Together, we can take legal action to recover what is rightfully yours and help put an end to these abusive practices.

Know your rights. Protect your money. Stand up against unfair treatment.