Publications List

Foreign Nationals’ access to the Schengen Area

Spain passed the Internationalization and Entrepreneur Act, Law 14/2013, which allows foreign investors to obtain a specific permit that allows them not only to work in Spain but also to travel within the Schengen area.

Perspectives on Spanish investment in 2014

Spain provides excellent investment opportunities in 2014, especially in the real estate sector. The growth in Gross Domestic Product and improvement in the labour market seem to point towards the end of the crisis and bring more opportunities for profitable investment in Spain.

Progress of the legal framework on a future European Patent

Problems associated with obtaining a European patent have led to the series of agreements reached by the EU Justice Ministers. The meeting proposed specialised jurisdiction for patents with an aim to make the procedure faster and reduce its costs. Such progress in legislation would grant patent protection in all European Union Member States.

Pension Reforms

On November 20, 2013, the Spanish Government approved a pension reform without having accepted any of the amendments proposed. Among other things, this reform provides a new mathematical pension adjustment …

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Maternity or Paternity Leave in Spain

Article 46.3 of the Spanish Workers’ Statute regulates time off for employees to take maternity or paternity leave.  The maximum period provided for this type of leave is about three …

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