Buying a home in Spain? Have your own lawyer check it first.
Legal checks, NIE, Spanish bank account and completion at the notary — in English, for a fixed fee agreed in writing before we start.
We act only for you, the buyer. We are lawyers, not an estate agency — we don’t sell or list property.
What our clients say
5.0 on Google · 25 reviews
See all reviews on GoogleIt’s hard to write a review that captures Alejandro’s professional and human quality. He advised us through a very complex property purchase and was with us every step of the way, for months — always with the right answer and the right advice. A specialised lawyer who is much more than that. And not just us: the other parties involved also congratulated him on his active, hands-on role. An adviser for life. Or rather, one who sorts your life out.
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Es difícil poner una reseña que condense la calidad profesional y humana de Alejandro. Nos asesoró en un proceso muy complejo de compraventa. Nos acompañó en todo momento, durante meses. Siempre con la respuesta y el consejo adecuados. Un abogado especializado que es mucho más que eso. Y no solo nosotros, también las otras partes implicadas en el proceso le felicitaron por su papel activo y operativo. Un asesor para toda la vida. O más bien, que te resuelve la misma.
My experience couldn’t have been better — for his professionalism, personal treatment and rigour. I recommend his services without any hesitation.
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Mi experiencia es inmejorable, por profesionalidad, por trato personal y por rigor, sin duda alguna recomiendo la contratación de sus servicios.
I found SCI online and contacted Alejandro without knowing anything about him, to help me end a rental contract. He replied quickly and within a few days the documents were ready. I really liked that we had a relationship of trust from the very first moment, so the work was done fast. Thank you very much!
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Encontré los datos de SCI en internet y contacté con Alejandro sin saber nada de él para que me ayudara con la terminación de un contrato de alquiler. Me atendió rápido y en unos días tenía los documentos preparados. Me gustó mucho que desde el primer momento tuvimos una relación de confianza y así se pudo realizar el trabajo de forma rápida. ¡Muchas gracias!
I contacted them to set up a company quite urgently and they helped me with everything! Within a week I could already operate with it. Very professional.
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Contacté con ellos para crear una empresa con cierta urgencia y me ayudaron con todo! En una semana ya podía operar con ella, son muy profesionales.
A great team, always available to answer every question about our business. Highly recommended.
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Gran equipo, siempre disponibles para resolver todas las cuestiones relacionadas con nuestro negocio. Muy recomendable.
Everything a buyer needs, from reservation to keys
Land Registry check
Who really owns the property and whether there are mortgages, charges or embargoes.
Planning and legality
Licence of first occupation, unregistered extensions and open planning issues.
Debts check
Community fees, IBI property tax and utilities paid up before you pay.
Contracts negotiated
Reservation and private purchase contract (arras), with clauses that protect your deposit.
NIE number
We arrange it for you so the purchase isn’t delayed.
Spanish bank account
Opened and ready to pay the price and the taxes.
No need to travel
With a power of attorney we sign on your behalf at the notary.
Completion and after
Deed checked, price paid safely, taxes filed, deed registered and utilities transferred.
Hi, I’m Alejandro
I’m a Spanish lawyer registered with the Madrid Bar (no. 137442). For the last 10 years I’ve helped foreign buyers, investors and entrepreneurs buy property, set up companies and settle in Spain.
Every purchase is handled or supervised by me personally, and you can reach me directly by WhatsApp or video call.
- Fixed fee in writing before we start
- Reply within 24 working hours
- Everything explained in plain English
Alejandro CayuelaLawyer · SCI Legal
Four steps, one fixed fee
Tell us about the property
Fill in the short form below or send us a WhatsApp.
Fixed-fee quote
A written quote within 24 working hours. No surprises later.
Checks and paperwork
Registry, planning and debt checks, contracts, NIE and bank account.
Completion
Signing at the notary, in person or through us with a power of attorney.
A fixed fee agreed in writing before we start, based on the price and complexity of the purchase. Notary, Land Registry and taxes are paid directly to them — we tell you the amounts in advance so you know the total cost of buying.
Have you found the property you want to buy?
When you’ve chosen a home, come back before you pay any deposit and we’ll check it for you. That’s when a lawyer saves you the most money and trouble.
Good to know you’ve reserved. Send us the form and we’ll ask you for the reservation document by email or WhatsApp to review it straight away.
Prefer WhatsApp? Message me here.
Questions buyers ask us
Do I need to be in Spain to buy?
No. With a power of attorney signed in your country or at a Spanish consulate, we can complete the whole purchase for you.
Do you work with my estate agent?
We coordinate with the agent and the notary so everything runs on time, but we act only for you and check everything independently.
How long does it take?
Usually 4 to 8 weeks from reservation to completion, depending on the checks, the NIE and whether there is a mortgage.
Which areas do you cover?
The whole Costa del Sol — Fuengirola, Mijas, Benalmádena, Marbella and Málaga — and Madrid.
Can you help after I buy?
Yes. Annual non-resident tax returns, renting the property, selling it later or inheritance matters.
Found a property? Talk to a lawyer first.
A short call now can save you from buying a home with debts, charges or planning problems.
SCI Legal · Alejandro Cayuela, abogado · Ilustre Colegio de la Abogacía de Madrid, no. 137442