Family LawSpecialists in Catalan legislation
"Family Law in Catalonia has unique particularities due to its own Civil Code (CCC). We offer comprehensive advice on separations, divorces, custody, pensions and inheritances, defending your interests with maximum professionalism.
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What is Family Law?and why it's different in Catalonia
Catalan Family Law regulates personal and patrimonial relationships between family members, from marriage or stable partnerships to filiation, adoption or inheritances.
Unlike the Spanish Civil Code, the Catalan one places great importance on the principle of equality between parents and the protection of the best interests of the child.
The Catalan legal framework: Catalan Civil Code (CCC)
Book II of the Catalan Civil Code, approved by Law 25/2010, establishes the rules on persons and the family. This text regulates:
- Marriage and stable partnerships.
- Filiation and adoption.
- Parental authority.
- Guardianship and de facto custody.
- Economic compensation and pensions.
Main matters regulated by Family Law in Catalonia
- Separations and divorces.
- Custody and parental authority.
- Child support and compensatory pensions.
- Stable partnerships.
- Family inheritances.
Separations and divorcesprocedures and key differences
Mutual consent divorce
This is the fastest and most economical procedure. Both parties present a regulatory agreement establishing custody, visits, pensions and division of assets. We manage this entire process, both in person and online.
Contentious divorce
When there is no agreement, the divorce is resolved judicially. Each party is represented by their lawyer and attorney. We take care of preparing all the documentation, evidence and arguments necessary to defend your rights before the Family Court.
Regulatory agreement and child custody
The regulatory agreement is mandatory in mutual consent divorces and can be modified if family circumstances change. In Catalonia, judges always prioritize shared custody, unless it harms the child.
Custody and parental authoritythe Catalan co-parenting model
Judges' criteria for determining custody
The Superior Court of Justice of Catalonia establishes that shared custody is the preferred model. Judges consider factors such as:
- Age of the children.
- Parents' time availability.
- Previous emotional relationship.
- Proximity of residences.
Parenting plan: mandatory requirement
The parenting plan is a unique legal document in Catalonia. It must be submitted together with the divorce or separation petition and details how parents will exercise their parental responsibilities (schedules, education, health, vacations, etc.).
Child supportand economic compensation
Child support calculation
It is calculated based on both parents' income, the number of children and basic needs (food, housing, education, health and leisure). We prepare precise simulations in accordance with the guidance tables of the General Council of the Judiciary.
Economic compensation for work
A figure exclusive to Catalan law. It is granted to the spouse who has contributed more to the household or family work without receiving direct economic compensation. This benefit is independent of child support.
Stable partnershipsrights equivalent to marriage
Rights and obligations of stable partnerships
A stable partnership is legally recognized after two years of uninterrupted cohabitation or if they have a child in common. They have rights similar to marriage regarding inheritances, pensions and family housing.
Legal equivalence with marriage
In Catalonia, stable partnerships have their own economic regime and can agree on their regulation through a public deed before a notary. In case of breakup, they can also request economic compensation for work or imbalance.
Inheritances and successionsin the family sphere
"Legitimate shares and forced heirs"
Catalan law reduces the legitimate share to 25% of the estate, compared to the third established by the Spanish Civil Code. In addition, it allows greater freedom to dispose of assets in a will.
Procedurestep-by-step in family cases
Mandatory family mediation
Before going to court, in many cases family mediation must be attempted. We advise and represent you in this preliminary phase to achieve a balanced agreement.
Proceedings before the Family Court
When mediation does not succeed, we file a petition before the Court of First Instance with jurisdiction in family matters. We accompany you through all phases: filing, oral hearing, provisional measures and enforcement.
Advantagesof trusting our team
Experience, human treatment and personalized solutions
We are specialists in Family Law in Catalonia, with extensive experience in courts in Girona and throughout the community. Our goal is to protect your well-being and that of your family with sensitivity and effectiveness.
Intervention throughout Catalonia and online attention
We serve in Girona and throughout Catalonia, in person or remotely, adapting to each client's needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
We answer the most common questions about our legal services. If you don't find the answer you're looking for, don't hesitate to contact us.
The Catalan one regulates shared custody, stable partnerships and economic compensation for work more flexibly.