Lawyers in Mallorca

Yes, strongly recommended. A lawyer checks the land registry (Registro de la Propiedad), checks for debts and charges, verifies building permits and accompanies you to the notary. Cost: approximately 1-1.5% of the purchase price.

Yes, in Palma there are numerous law firms with German-speaking lawyers familiar with both Spanish and German law. On mallorca.com, 131 lawyers are listed with reviews.

Hourly rates are €150-300. For property purchases approximately 1-1.5% of the price. Company formation €1,000-3,000. Initial consultations often €100-200. Some firms offer a free initial assessment.

Lawyer fees in Mallorca typically range from €150-300 per hour. For property transactions, lawyers charge around 1% of the purchase price (minimum €1,500). Inheritance matters cost around €1,500-5,000, residence permit applications around €500-1,500. German-speaking lawyers in Mallorca are slightly more expensive due to demand but provide legal certainty where language barriers exist.

A lawyer is strongly recommended when buying property in Mallorca, even though it's not legally required. The lawyer checks the land registry extract (nota simple), building permits, debt clearance, ETV licences, and the purchase contract. Particularly important is checking for illegal extensions (obras ilegales), which are widespread in Mallorca and can lead to fines for the buyer.