Following Brexit, the number of cross-border disputes involving UK and Spanish entities has risen significantly. Key issues now include applicable law, jurisdiction, and enforcement of civil and commercial judgments between the EU and the UK.
Our dispute resolution practice focuses on complex and international cases. We identify all available options, guide clients through Spanish litigation procedures and help avoid potential risks.
Our team includes English-speaking Spanish litigators and barristers who ensure a seamless transition between English and Spanish legal systems. We act for a diverse range of clients, including multinational corporations, investment funds, financial institutions, SMEs and private individuals.
Major international law firms, including those with offices in Madrid and Barcelona, regularly instruct us to represent their clients before Spanish and EU courts.
We provide legal advice and representation at every stage of litigation, from first instance claims to appeals before the Spanish Supreme Court.
Our team also assists in the recognition and enforcement of English judgments in Spain. Enforcement may involve new proceedings to recover assets, compel performance or register recognised rights in the relevant public registries.
We assess risks, costs and procedures to develop effective strategies for each case. In cross-border matters, our dual-qualified lawyers advise on all EU and UK regulatory implications.
We represent clients in complex commercial disputes before national courts, including pre-action claims, interim measures and full trials. Our litigation team delivers strategic advocacy and practical solutions across all stages of proceedings.
We handle disputes arising from private M&A transactions, including busted deals, breach of contract, warranties and purchase price adjustments.
We advise on derivative actions, minority oppression claims, removal of directors and corporate governance conflicts.
We act for IP owners and defendants in all major Spanish courts, providing strategic and results-driven representation in trademark, copyright and patent cases.
We have extensive experience representing clients before the Spanish Tax Agency, managing investigations and disputes efficiently. Our dual-qualified tax lawyers combine legal and accounting expertise to deliver prompt resolutions.
We assist with real estate and property disputes, from early-stage advice to complex litigation and asset recovery.
We advise developers, contractors and funders on disputes related to large-scale projects, including commercial, industrial, energy and infrastructure developments.
We handle complex disputes involving investment banks, hedge funds, private equity firms, commodity houses and high-net-worth individuals.
We trace and recover assets in Spain, enforcing judgments and arbitration awards to reclaim funds and property after fraud, insolvency or banking collapses.
We assist in enforcing foreign judgments and arbitral awards before Spanish courts, managing the “exequatur” procedure required for recognition post-Brexit.
We advise both applicants and respondents in proceedings involving freezing orders, helping to secure or protect assets such as bank accounts, shares, property and vehicles.
Our shipping litigation team represents clients in cross-border and jurisdictional disputes involving maritime transport and logistics operations.
We handle arbitration cases across sectors including construction, real estate, energy, and corporate disputes. Our experience includes jurisdiction challenges, freezing orders and enforcement of arbitral awards.
Our team of English-speaking Spanish dispute resolution lawyers provides coordinated representation in Spain and the UK, ensuring continuity and clear communication at every stage.
With more than 500 cases handled globally, we are qualified to assess the strength of your case, represent you before Spanish courts, and manage cross-border litigation efficiently.
Whether your dispute involves commercial, tax, corporate or real estate matters, Del Canto Chambers offers the expertise and international perspective needed to protect your interests and achieve results.