The 6-month period and the fear of taxes
It's normal to feel lost. An inheritance brings obligations that are unexpected and stressful if you don't know the steps to take. At our firm, we validate these concerns on a daily basis:
The clock is ticking You have 6 months from the date of death to settle Inheritance Tax and Capital Gains Tax. If you are late, the tax authorities will impose surcharges.
The tax cost: «Will I have to pay a lot?» is the biggest fear. Without good advice, you could miss out on key bonuses and overpay.
Blocking bureaucracy Frozen bank accounts, vehicles that cannot be sold, and houses that cannot be let until the ownership is transferred.
The lack of papers Sometimes there is no will, old deeds cannot be found, or there are disagreements between the heirs.
Our job is to bring order to chaos, prevent conflict, and give you peace of mind from day one.
How we help you: processing your inheritance from start to finish
Inheriting should not be a problem or a burden. Our goal is to simplify the process and protect your family's estate.
We manage the entire estate: we collect certificates, negotiate the division (partition deed), prepare the signing at the Notary's office, and most importantly, We settle taxes whilst seeking maximum legal savings..
| Action | Do it yourself (or basic administrative management) | With FA Lawyers |
|---|---|---|
| Taxation | Risk of overpaying due to unfamiliarity with complex bonuses. | Tax Optimisation. We study your case to pay the legal minimum. |
| Distribution of Assets | If there is disagreement or complex assets, the process gets blocked. | We are drafting the Partition Notebook for a fair distribution that avoids lawsuits. |
| Bureaucracy | Endless visits to the Registry, banks, archive... A waste of time. | Comprehensive Service. We go for you. You just go to the Notary to sign. |
| Complete peace | Stress due to 6-month deadlines and fear of making mistakes. | You delegate the problem. We'll take care of presenting everything on time and in the correct format. |
Let us take care of the bureaucracy so you can focus on recovering. We'll ensure everything is processed on time, without errors, and paying fair taxes.
Why trust FA Lawyers to manage the inheritance
We understand that you need sensitivity and effectiveness. We are not just paper-pushers; we are lawyers who protect your interests and those of your family so that your assets are not lost.
Legal representation Directed by Antonio Fernández Álvarez and Elena Pulido, qualified lawyers.
Real specialisation Specialists in Succession Law and Inheritance Taxation (we don't do «a bit of everything»).
360º Management From the request for Certificates to registration in the Property Register.
Tax relief We rigorously apply all bonuses (regional and state) to reduce your tax bill.
Complex cases Settlement of inheritances with or without a will (Declaration of Heirs).
Family mediation We intervene in disputes between heirs to avoid costly legal proceedings.
Proximity Offices in Marbella, Seville and Tarifa.
Transparency First consultation to value the hereditary estate (assets) and approximate costs.
Our processstep by step until the award
We convert a complex and jargon-filled process into 4 clear steps for you:
Documentation compilation We obtained the death certificates, last wills, and an authorised copy of the will. We identified all assets (banks, properties, insurance).
Declaration of heirs (if no will): If necessary, we will process the prior notarial deed to designate who the legal heirs are according to the law.
Acceptance and Award (Notary): We prepare the deed of acceptance of inheritance and the division of assets (who gets what) and accompany you to the signing before the Notary.
Tax and registration: We will pay the Inheritance Tax and the Municipal Capital Gains Tax, and take the deeds to the Land Registry so that the houses are transferred into your name.
Case studies (Inheritances successfully resolved)
Case 1: Tax savings on family inheritance
Problem. Heirs concerned about the high tax cost of an inheritance with several properties in Andalusia.
Solution We carried out a preliminary tax assessment and applied the regional tax reliefs for the main residence and family relationships (99%), correcting errors in the initial draft.
Result: The inheritance was processed by paying a minimal amount of tax, saving the family assets from forced sale.
Case 2: Intestate Inheritance Unlocking (International)
Problem. Death without a will and with an heir living abroad, which was blocking the entire banking process.
Solution We manage the Declaration of Heirs Ab Intestato and coordinate international powers of attorney to sign without the heir having to travel to Spain.
Result: Inheritance award signed and assets unfrozen in record time, avoiding late penalties.
