Key elements of the startup shareholders agreement
What should a startup shareholders agreement include? We outline the most relevant clauses to protect your business and avoid common mistakes.
Permanent disability and dismissal in Spain: what changes and what risks companies face
As of May 2025, the reform of Article 49.1 of the Workers’ Statute prevents companies from directly terminating a contract following a permanent disability. We explain the new mandatory steps and the legal consequences of non-compliance.
CAE Agreement: How to correctly set compensation according to the Energy Saving Certificate Scheme regulations
The CAE System, governed by RD 36/2023 and Order TED/815/2023, requires all energy savings transfer agreements to include a clear compensation expressed in €/kWh, whether monetary or in kind. It is not permitted to condition the payment to future or uncertain events, such as the market price of the CAEs.
Corporate restructuring in Spain: Advantages of communicating the opening of negotiations
The communication of the opening of negotiations allows the debtor to gain time to reach a restructuring plan with its creditors, avoiding the need to file for insolvency proceedings. For three months, the obligation to file for insolvency proceedings and to dissolve the company due to losses is inactive.
Tax incentives for patronage in Spain: an opportunity for companies and individuals
Spain has a favourable legal framework for those wishing to support non-profit organizations, offering tax reliefs in personal and corporate income tax, as well as advantages in property taxes such as inheritance and donations.
The startup shareholders agreement: a key document not to be underestimated
What clauses should a good startup shareholders agreement include? We explain the key legal tools to protect your project from day one and avoid common mistakes – in clear and practical language.
Taxation for Non-Residents on the Purchase and Sale of Real Estate in Spain
Spanish tax regulations include various taxes on the purchase and sale of real estate. For non-residents, taxation differs from that of residents and varies depending on the type of transaction, the nature of the property, its location, and the tax status of the buyer or seller.
Setting Up a Company in Spain: Shelf Company or Incorporation Ab Initio?
Spain is one of the main gateways to the European and Latin American markets. For foreign businesses looking to establish a presence in Spain, a key strategic question often arises: Is it better to incorporate a new company or acquire a pre-existing shelf company? We analyse both options in terms of advantages, disadvantages, timeframes, and costs.
Assignment in payment and assignment for payment as forms of debt settlement in Spain
The assignment of credits is a valid and widely used legal mechanism in Spain through which a creditor (assignor) transfers to a third party (assignee) a credit right it holds against a specific debtor (assigned debtor).
International Telework: Which Employment and Social Security Legislation Applies?
Although international telework is increasingly common, regulations have not yet fully adapted to this reality. We explain the applicable legal framework for remote work performed from Spain for foreign companies.
