Firms are spread across Valencia, Alboraya, Burjassot and Tavernes Blanques. Within 20 km of Valencia are TLA Lawyers, adelante abogados and Domingo Monforte. For work that needs return visits, a firm within an hour’s drive is usually worth a slightly higher quote.
JB Abogados, Más Dos Abogados and Bufete online lead on Google among firms with at least 20 reviews. The average rating across the list is 4.8 (firms with at least five reviews). Read the low-star reviews as well as the high ones: how a firm answers a complaint tells you a lot.
Pick a lawyer who works for you, not one recommended by the seller or the agent. For rural property, ask them to check the land’s planning status, any outstanding debts and whether the buildings are registered, not just the deeds.
Questions to ask before you sign
- Do you act only for the buyer?
- Will you check planning status, registered buildings and access?
- Is your fee fixed, and what does it cover?
- Who will handle my purchase day to day, and in which language?