Property Law

Your Expert Property Lawyer in Mijas, Costa del Sol

Buying property in Spain is one of the most significant financial decisions you will ever make. As a specialist property lawyer in Mijas and La Cala de Mijas, Dolores Perujo provides comprehensive legal protection for every stage of your property purchase or sale on the Costa del Sol — from the initial reservation contract to final registration at the Land Registry.

Foreign buyers are particularly vulnerable without independent legal representation. As an experienced English-speaking property lawyer in Mijas, Dolores conducts thorough due diligence on every transaction: obtaining and analysing the nota simple from the Land Registry, checking for outstanding debts, mortgages, embargoes, and encumbrances, verifying planning licences and building permits, and reviewing the terms of the private purchase contract (contrato de arras) before you commit a penny.

Our conveyancing lawyer service in Mijas covers properties in La Cala de Mijas, Mijas Costa, Mijas Pueblo, Fuengirola, Calahonda, and Marbella. Whether you are purchasing a resale villa, a new-build apartment, or an off-plan development, we ensure your interests are protected throughout. We also assist with property sales in Mijas, handling all legal formalities for vendors.

With over 20 years of experience in real estate law on the Costa del Sol, Dolores has an established network of trusted notaries, mortgage brokers, surveyors, and tax advisors, making her the single point of contact for your entire property transaction. Fees are agreed transparently from the outset — no surprises.

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What We Cover

Property Legal Services in Mijas

Complete legal support for every aspect of property transactions on the Costa del Sol.

Property Purchase & Sale

Due Diligence & Nota Simple

Off-Plan & New Build Contracts

NIE Applications for Buyers

Mortgage Legal Review

Transfer Tax (ITP) Advice

Land Registry Registration

Power of Attorney

How It Works

The Property Buying Process in Spain

A step-by-step guide to buying property in Mijas and the Costa del Sol with legal protection at every stage.

1

Reservation Contract

A small deposit secures the property. We review the terms before you sign and confirm the property is free from legal issues.

2

Due Diligence

We obtain the nota simple, check all charges and encumbrances, verify planning licences, and confirm the property's legal status with the Land Registry.

3

Private Purchase Contract

We negotiate and review the arras contract. Typically 10% is paid. We ensure all conditions protect your interests and your deposit is secure.

4

Completion at Notary

We accompany you or act via power of attorney at the notary signing (escritura). Final payment is made and keys are handed over on the same day.

5

Registration & Taxes

We register the deed at the Land Registry, pay the applicable taxes (ITP or VAT + stamp duty), and ensure your ownership is fully protected.

Areas Covered

Property Legal Services Across the Costa del Sol

Our property law office in La Cala de Mijas serves buyers and sellers across the entire coast.

La Cala de Mijas

Our main office — C/Cártama 25, 29649

Mijas & Mijas Costa

Villas, apartments & urbanisations throughout Mijas

Fuengirola

Property conveyancing for Fuengirola buyers & sellers

Calahonda

Sitio de Calahonda & surrounding developments

Marbella

Luxury property transactions on the Golden Mile & beyond

Estepona

New developments & resale property in Estepona

Benalmádena

Apartments & villas in Benalmádena & Torremolinos

Costa del Sol

Full coast coverage from Nerja to Sotogrande

FAQ

Property Law FAQ — Mijas & Costa del Sol

The most common questions about buying and selling property in Spain.

While Spanish law does not legally require a buyer to hire a lawyer, it is essential protection — especially for foreign buyers unfamiliar with the Spanish system. A property lawyer in Mijas will verify that the seller has clear title, check the Land Registry nota simple for hidden debts and encumbrances, confirm that all planning licences and building permits are in order, and review every contract before you sign. Without independent legal advice, buyers have purchased properties with outstanding community debts, illegal extensions that cannot be regularised, or disputed boundaries. The lawyer's fee (typically 1% of the purchase price, minimum €1,500) provides significant protection for one of the largest investments of your life.

Property lawyer fees in Spain typically range from 1% of the purchase price, with a minimum fee of around €1,500 for lower-value properties. This fee usually covers the full conveyancing process: reviewing contracts, conducting due diligence, attending the notary, and handling post-completion registration and taxes. Some lawyers charge separately for NIE applications, power of attorney, and tax filings. At our office in La Cala de Mijas, fees are agreed transparently at the outset with no hidden costs. We recommend requesting a full scope of services in writing before appointing any legal representative.

A nota simple is an official extract from the Spanish Land Registry (Registro de la Propiedad) that provides essential information about a property: the registered owner, the property's boundaries and surface area, any mortgages or loans secured against it, easements, community debts, judicial embargoes, and other encumbrances. Obtaining a current nota simple is one of the first tasks your property lawyer will carry out. It is not a title deed but a snapshot of the registered status of the property at that moment. The nota simple must be checked carefully — sellers are not required to disclose all charges, so independent verification is crucial.

No. An NIE (Número de Identidad de Extranjero) is legally required to complete a property purchase in Spain. You cannot sign the title deed at the notary, open a Spanish bank account to transfer funds, or file the mandatory transfer tax return without an NIE. As your property lawyer in Mijas, we can apply for your NIE on your behalf by holding your power of attorney, meaning you do not need to be present in Spain to start the NIE process. We recommend applying for the NIE as early as possible in the buying process, as processing times can vary.

Beyond the agreed purchase price, buyers should budget approximately 10–13% in additional costs. For resale properties in Andalucía: ITP (Impuesto de Transmisiones Patrimoniales) transfer tax at 7% of the purchase price, notary fees (approximately €1,000–€2,000), Land Registry fees (approximately €400–€1,000), and lawyer fees (approximately 1%). For new builds from developers: VAT (IVA) at 10%, stamp duty (AJD) at 1.2% in Andalucía, notary fees, registry fees, and legal fees. Additionally, buyers should allow for the first year of community fees and IBI (annual property tax), plus NIE and bank account opening costs. Our property lawyer team in Mijas will provide a full breakdown before you commit to any purchase.

Property Lawyer in Mijas & La Cala de Mijas