BOE alerts tied to your cases: which legislative change affects which matter
Lexiel filters the BOE every working day by your keywords and areas of law and links each change to your active cases. How to set it up.
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Case management for lawyers: Kanban board and a case file with every tab
How Lexiel organises a firm's cases: a board by status, a file with deadlines, documents, briefs and invoices, and a case health score.
Client view and case report: show the case in a meeting without showing what is not meant to be seen
A clean case screen to show the client in a meeting, a printable report and an update email with a portal link and QR code.
Enquiries from individuals: receive requests from the public through the Lexiel directory
Individuals can contact your firm from Lexiel's public directory and their requests land in a dedicated inbox. How it works.
Invoicing for lawyers with debt ageing and automatic payment reminders
Invoices with VAT, IGIC or IPSI and income tax withholding, series, recurring invoices, debt ageing and reminders at 7, 14 and 30 days. What Lexiel does and does not do.
Law firm clients and CRM: records, leads and the intake pipeline in Lexiel
Lexiel's client directory: records with cases and invoices, status from lead to client, import, duplicate detection and intake pipeline.
Legal calculators for lawyers: costs, deadlines, severance and compensation in one place
52 AI-free legal calculators in Lexiel: court costs, court fees, severance, capital gains or income tax. What they calculate, how to use them and their limits.
Messaging clients from the case portal: one conversation per matter, not per WhatsApp
The client writes from their case link and you reply from Lexiel, with an email notice to each side. What the portal shows today and what it does not do yet.
My day: the lawyer's daily summary with overdue deadlines and cases at risk
What Lexiel's My day screen shows every morning: briefing, today's deadlines, meetings, tracked time and cases at risk from inactivity.
Procedural deadline control in Lexiel: calculation by jurisdiction and regional holidays
How Lexiel calculates and tracks procedural deadlines: by jurisdiction, with regional holidays, tied to the case and exportable to your calendar.
Quotes and engagement letters for lawyers: a public link that turns into an invoice
Create a quote with a public link for the client and turn it into an invoice once they accept. What Lexiel's quotes tool does.
Requesting documents from clients by link: upload, review and automatic reminders
A document list by link, upload by the client, review with a rejection reason and reminders every 12 hours. How it works in Lexiel.
The firm's library: so nobody has to ask the same question twice
Lexiel's library gathers the queries your team shares and the firm's documents in one searchable place, with permissions per case.
Time tracking for lawyers: a timer per case that feeds the invoice
Record time by case and task with a timer, approve the entries and turn them into an invoice. How Lexiel's time tracking works.
Your law firm's website in Lexiel: a microsite with profile, testimonials, calculators and lead capture
Publish a professional firm microsite from Lexiel, with profile, testimonials, quotes, embedded calculators and a contact form.
Lexiel vs Masterlex: an honest comparison of legal AI for Spanish lawyers in 2026
Masterlex runs on the Tirant lo Blanch corpus, according to its website. Lexiel checks every citation against CENDOJ and the BOE. What each does well, with sources.
Collective Redundancy (ERE): Complete Workers' Guide in Spain 2026
Guide to collective redundancies (ERE) in Spain: Art. 51 ET thresholds, ETOP grounds, consultation period, 20-day severance, priority of permanence and challenging a null ERE.
Single-Member Private Limited Company (SLU): Formation, Advantages and Tax in Spain 2026
How to form an SLU in Spain in 2026: minimum capital, steps, corporate tax advantages vs self-employed IRPF, limited liability and corporate veil piercing.
Inheritance with Debts: Accept, Renounce or Benefit of Inventory in Spain 2026
What to do when an inheritance has more debts than assets: heir options (pure acceptance, benefit of inventory, renunciation), deadlines, tax consequences and paulian action.
Rebus Sic Stantibus Clause in Spain: Requirements and Case Law 2026
When a contract can be modified or terminated due to changed circumstances: the 5 Supreme Court requirements, post-COVID application and commercial lease contracts.
Spain Income Tax Return 2025 (IRPF): Complete Guide for Taxpayers
Everything about the Spain 2025 Income Tax Return: who must file, deadlines, tax changes, deductions, minimums, investment gains and how to file with AEAT.
Objective Dismissal for Absenteeism and Sick Leave in Spain 2026
Art. 52.d of the Workers Statute allows dismissal for repeated absences even if justified. Analysis of the legal percentage, computation exclusions and TS case law after the CJEU ruling.
Corporate Criminal Compliance: Company Liability and Art. 31 bis CP in Spain
Guide to corporate criminal liability in Spain: Art. 31 bis CP, prevention models, compliance officer, grounds for exoneration and latest Supreme Court rulings.
Victim Direct Action Against Insurer (Art. 76 LCS): Guide 2026
How to exercise the victim direct action against the insurer of the responsible party: deadlines, necessary co-defendants, opposable defences and Supreme Court case law.
Criminal Appeal in Spain: Practical Guide 2026
How to file a criminal appeal in Spain: deadlines, grounds, competent courts, suspensive effect and differences between sentencia and auto appeals. Based on the reformed LECrim.
Adverse Possession (Usucapión) in Spain: Requirements, Periods and Case Law 2026
Guide to ordinary and extraordinary usucapión (Arts. 1940-1960 Civil Code): continuous possession, just title and good faith, periods of 10/20/3/6 years depending on the type of property, interruption, and declaratory action before the Land Registry.
Bank Guarantee and First-Demand Guarantee in Spain: Types, Enforcement and Defences 2026
Guide to the bank guarantee (aval, a surety regulated in Civil Code arts. 1822 ff.) and autonomous first-demand guarantees: key differences, enforcement by the beneficiary, external and internal defences, Supreme Court case law and the manifest abuse exception.
Construction Defects: Ten-Year Liability (LOE 38/1999) and Guarantees in the Sale of Housing 2026
Guide to liability for construction defects in Spain: LOE art. 17 (periods of 1/3/10 years by type of defect), developer, contractor, architect, quantity surveyor. Art. 1591 Civil Code partially repealed. Recourse action between parties.
De Facto Separation in Spain: Legal Effects and Risks for Spouses in 2026
What happens legally when a married couple separates without going to court in Spain: community property, inheritance, social security, household expenses and how to protect yourself.
Penalty Clauses in Contracts: How They Work, Judicial Moderation and Case Law 2026
Guide to the penalty clause (Arts. 1152-1154 Civil Code): cumulative and substitutive functions, judicial moderation for partial breach (art. 1154 CC), nullity for unfairness in B2C contracts, and Supreme Court case law 2024-2026.
Work Permit in Spain: Types, Requirements and How to Obtain It 2026
Complete guide to work permits in Spain for foreigners: employed, self-employed, highly qualified, digital nomad, labour rootedness and new Startups Law visas.
Acción de Tutela in Colombia: Requirements, Procedure and Constitutional Court Case Law 2026
Practical guide to the Colombian acción de tutela (Art. 86 Constitution): subsidiarity and immediacy, tutela against private parties, appeal and selection for review by the Constitutional Court. T-2025 rulings.
Amparo Proceedings in Peru: Requirements, Procedure and Constitutional Court Case Law 2026
Guide to Peruvian amparo proceedings (Art. 200.2 Constitution + Constitutional Procedure Code, Law 31307): residuality, subsidiarity, the 60 working-day deadline and Constitutional Court case law.
Challenging Corporate Resolutions (Art. 204 LSC): Grounds, Deadlines and Standing 2026
Practical guide to challenging resolutions of the general meeting and the board of directors (Arts. 204-208 LSC, 2014 reform): nullity vs. voidability, 1-year/40-day expiry, standing and abuse of rights.
Director Liability in Spanish Companies: Arts. 236-241 LSC, Practical Guide 2026
Analysis of a company director's civil liability for acts contrary to the law or the articles of association, the business judgment rule, corporate and individual actions, the action for company debts (art. 367 LSC) and Supreme Court case law 2025-2026.
DORA: Digital Operational Resilience Act for Financial Entities ) Guide 2025
Complete guide to DORA Regulation (EU) 2022/2554, in force since January 2025: which entities are obliged, the 5 compliance pillars, sanctions and how it affects law firms advising the financial sector.
Hidden Defects and Consumer Guarantees (Arts. 114-126 TRLCU): Rights, Deadlines and Case Law 2026
Practical guide to legal guarantees in sales contracts with consumers: EU Directive 2019/771, transposition by RDL 7/2021, 3-year guarantee, 2-year presumption that the defect pre-existed, repair vs. replacement, termination.
Offences against Workers' Rights (Arts. 311-318 Criminal Code): Guide for Lawyers 2026
Analysis of labour offences in the Spanish Criminal Code: imposing illegal working conditions (Art. 311), workplace discrimination (Art. 314), and the most relevant offence in practice: against health and safety at work (Art. 316 CP). Supreme Court case law 2024-2026.
Recurso de Protección in Chile: Requirements, Deadline and Procedure 2026
Guide to the Chilean recurso de protección (Art. 20 Constitution): 30 calendar days to file, protectable rights, proceedings before the Court of Appeals and appeal to the Supreme Court. 2025 case law.
Writ of Amparo in Mexico: Requirements, Types and Procedure 2026
Complete guide to the Mexican juicio de amparo: direct and indirect amparo, principles of relativity and personal injury, deadlines (15/30 days), the 2013 Amparo Law as reformed in 2021, and SCJN case law.
Constitutional Complaint (Recurso de Amparo) before the Constitutional Court: Requirements, Constitutional Significance and Procedure 2026
Everything you need to know to file a recurso de amparo before the Spanish Constitutional Court: exhaustion of ordinary remedies, constitutional significance (STC 155/2009), the 30-day deadline and procedural strategy.
Fixed-Discontinuous Contract: Complete Guide After the 2022 Labour Reform
Everything about the fixed-discontinuous contract in Spain 2026: what it is, when it applies, worker rights, call-up, ERTE, unemployment benefit and differences from project contracts.
Franchise Agreements in Spain: Rights, Obligations, Pre-contractual Disclosure and Termination 2026
Legal guide to franchise agreements in Spain: Law 7/1996, Royal Decree 201/2010 (Franchisor Register), mandatory pre-contractual information, entry fee, royalties, non-compete covenant and grounds for termination.
Fraudulent Concealment of Assets (Alzamiento de Bienes): Art. 257 Criminal Code, Elements, Civil Distinction and Case Law 2026
A guide for lawyers on the offence of fraudulent concealment of assets (alzamiento de bienes, Art. 257 Criminal Code): typical elements, differences from the civil Paulian action, reinstatement in insolvency and Supreme Court case law in 2025-2026.
Holographic Will (Testamento Ológrafo) in Spain: Requirements, Notarial Formalisation and Challenge 2026
Legal guide to the holographic will (Arts. 688-693 Civil Code): formal requirements, capacity from age 14, notarial formalisation within 5 years of death, grounds for nullity and challenge.
Special Assessments in Spanish Homeowners Associations: Legal Guide 2026
Everything about special assessments in Spanish homeowners associations: when mandatory, how to challenge, payment deadlines and consequences of non-payment. Based on the LPH and Supreme Court case law.
Legal Aid in Spain: How to Apply and What It Covers in 2026
Complete guide to free legal aid in Spain: income requirements, how to apply through the Bar Association, what services are covered and when you may lose it.
Voluntary Resignation vs Dismissal: Rights and Consequences in Spain 2026
Differences between voluntary resignation and dismissal in Spain: settlement, unemployment benefit, notice period, constructive dismissal and when to negotiate an agreed exit.
NIE and Residency in Spain: Complete Guide for Foreigners 2026
What the NIE is, how to obtain it, difference between NIE and TIE, EU vs. non-EU residence, social rootedness, digital nomad visa and family reunification.
Intellectual and Industrial Property in Spain: Trademarks, Patents and Claims 2026
Practical guide to trademark and patent protection in Spain: registration at OEPM, EU trademark (EUIPO), infringement actions, deadlines and differences between intellectual and industrial property.
Gender Violence in Spain: Protective Orders, Restraining Orders and Protection 2026
Guide to Organic Law 1/2004 (LOIVG): criminal and civil precautionary measures, restraining orders, communication ban and risk assessment protocol (VPR 5.0).
Adoption in Spain 2026: Requirements, National and International Process
Complete guide to adoption in Spain: adoptive parent suitability, judicial process, international adoption under the Hague Convention and legal effects.
Medical Liability and Malpractice: How to Claim in Spain 2026
Complete guide to medical malpractice claims in Spain: civil, criminal and patrimonial routes. Causal link, lex artis, healthcare scale and limitation periods.
Cybercrime in Spain: Art. 197 Penal Code, Hacking, Sexting and Cyberstalking (2026)
Complete guide to cybercrime in Spain: discovery and disclosure of secrets (Art. 197 CP), unauthorized access to computer systems, non-consensual sharing of intimate images (Art. 197.7 CP), and cyberstalking (Arts. 172 ter and 183 CP).
Directors' Liability in Spain: Arts. 236-241 LSC and Insolvency (2026)
Analysis of company director liability in Spain: derivative action (art. 238 LSC), individual action (art. 241 LSC), insolvency liability (art. 456 TRLC), requirements, limitation periods and defence strategy.
Mandatory Leave for Public Office: Employee Rights and Reinstatement Spain (2026)
Analysis of mandatory leave for public office in private sector (Art. 46.1 ET) and civil servant leave (TREBEP): Social Security contributions, job reservation, seniority accrual and reinstatement rights in Spain.
Nullity of Unfair Terms in Consumer Loans: CJEU 2023 and Collective Actions Spain (2026)
Analysis of unfair terms nullity in consumer loans: CJEU C-520/21, disproportionate APR, revolving credit, collective actions and restitution of unduly charged amounts in Spain.
Permanent Disability Spain 2026: Degrees, Pensions and IPP vs IPT vs IPA vs Total Invalidity
Complete guide to permanent disability in Spain (Arts. 193-200 LGSS): the 4 degrees (IPP, IPT, IPA, Grand Invalidity), pensión calculation, regulatory base, compatibility with work and INSS procedure timelines.
Online Fraud Spain 2026: How to Report and Recover Money (Art. 248 CP)
Guide to cybercrime fraud (Art. 248.2 CP): key elements, how to file a police report, bank liability for phishing, claim before Banco de España, timelines. Updated with 2024-2025 case law.
Separation of Property vs Community Property Spain 2026: Which Regime Suits You?
Complete guide to Spanish matrimonial property regimes: community property (Arts. 1344-1410 CC), separation of assets (Arts. 1435-1444 CC) and participation. Advantages, disadvantages, tax implications and how to change the regime via prenuptial agreement.
Pre-Claim Labour Conciliation Spain 2026: SMAC Guide
Complete guide to the Spanish pre-claim labour conciliation hearing (SMAC/SIMA): when mandatory, how to request, what happens if the employer fails to appear, timelines, effects of agreement and exemptions.
Compensatory Pensión on Divorce Spain 2026: Criteria, Amount and Extinction
Guide to compensatory pensión in Spanish divorce (Art. 97 CC): who qualifies, how the judge sets it, indicative amounts, temporary vs lifetime duration, extinction grounds and tax treatment. Updated with Supreme Court doctrine 2024-2025.
How to Claim Damages in Spain 2026: Civil Liability Guide
Complete guide to tort liability in Spain (Art. 1902 CC): elements, types of damage (actual loss, lost profit, moral), burden of proof, limitation periods, judicial procedure and compensation quantification.
Checklist: How to Digitise Your Law Firm with AI in 2026 (7 Steps)
Practical guide to digitising a law firm step by step. Case management, e-invoicing (VeriFactu), digital signing, deadline management and AI for legal research. Downloadable checklist.
How to Draft a Legal Brief with AI (2026 Practical Guide)
Step-by-step guide to drafting claims, defences and appeals using legal AI. Verified templates, automatic BOE and CENDOJ citations, and anti-hallucination review.
How to Search Case Law Free with AI in 2026: CENDOJ, Supreme Court and BOE
Complete guide to searching Spanish case law with AI. Comparison between manual CENDOJ, semantic search and RAG. How to find the exact precedent in seconds without paid databases.
How to Verify Legal Citations with AI and Avoid Hallucinations: Guide for Lawyers
AI hallucinations are the biggest risk for lawyers using ChatGPT or Copilot. Learn to detect them, avoid them, and how automatic citation verification works in Lexiel against BOE and CENDOJ.
Illustrative example: how a solo practitioner can organise the week with Lexiel
Illustrative example (not a real client) of a solo civil and family lawyer's workflow: which tasks Lexiel can support in case management, legal research, drafting and invoicing, and how to work out whether it pays off with your own numbers.
Mutual Termination of Employment Contract Spain 2026
Guide to mutual termination of employment contracts in Spain (Art. 49.1.a ET): differences from voluntary resignation and dismissal, what you receive, unemployment benefit entitlement, tax implications and how to negotiate correctly.
TS Civil Chamber, Limitation periods: computation, interruption and starting date for contractual liability claims 2024
The limitation of contractual liability claims (Arts. 1101-1104 CC, general 5-year period after the 2015 reform) remains a permanent source of litigation. We analyse TS doctrine on the starting date for continuing damage, extrajudicial interruption and the effect of prior negotiations.
Workplace Accident in Spain 2026: Step-by-Step Guide
Complete guide to workplace accidents in Spain: legal definition (Art. 156 LGSS), employer obligations in the first 24 hours, accident reports, benefit surcharge (30-50%), civil and criminal liability, and social security benefits.
Spanish income tax return 2025 (IRPF): deadlines, who must file and how to do it step by step
Complete guide to the 2025 Spanish income tax return: deadlines (April-July 2026), who must file, main deductions, how to review the draft and what to do if you owe or are owed.
Collective dismissal (ERE) in Spain 2026: complete guide for companies and workers
Practical guide to collective redundancy in Spain: causes, numerical thresholds, consultation period, 20 days/year severance, permanence priority and rights of affected workers.
Spanish Supreme Court Criminal Chamber, Damage repair mitigating factor (Art. 21.5 CP): requirements and scope 2024
The damage repair mitigating factor under Art. 21.5 CP allows sentence reduction when the accused repairs harm before trial. We analyse TS requirements: voluntariness, sufficiency of repair, procedural timing and application as a highly qualified mitigating factor.
The 37.5-hour working week in Spain: what the Workers' Statute says today and what happens if it is agreed
The legal maximum in force is still 40 hours a week (art. 34.1 of the Workers' Statute). What happened to the bill cutting it to 37.5 hours, when 37.5 hours is enforceable and how to calculate its impact.
Lexiel vs ChatGPT for lawyers: 7 differences that matter in practice
ChatGPT is a general language model. Lexiel is a specialised legal AI with 130,000+ verified legal sources. We analyse 7 concrete differences that affect your daily practice.
Spanish widow/er pensión 2026: requirements, percentage and compatibility with work
Complete guide to the Spanish widow/er pensión: eligibility, regulatory base, percentages (52%/70%), IRPF and compatibility with work and other pensions. Updated 2026.
How to calculate a Spanish finiquito (settlement) in 2026: components, formulas and common mistakes
Complete guide to calculating a Spanish finiquito: unpaid days, unused vacation, proportional bonuses and severance. With formulas and a table of rates by termination type.
Fixed-term contracts after the 2022 Spanish labour reform: what changed and what stayed
Analysis of fixed-term contracts after the RDL 32/2021 labour reform: presumption of permanent employment, new production circumstances contract, replacement contract, chain employment and penalties.
Floor clause and IRPH in Spain: Supreme Court and CJEU case law evolution 2015-2025
The floor clause (voidness for lack of transparency) and IRPH (mortgage reference rate) are the two major chapters of banking mortgage litigation in Spain. We analyse CJEU and TS case law evolution from the Aziz ruling (2013) to the latest decisions in 2024-2025.
Permanent disability in Spain 2026: types, requirements and pensión
Complete guide to permanent disability in Spain: partial, total, absolute and full disability. Contribution requirements, pensión percentages, recognition process and appeals to INSS.
Spanish mortgage expense claims 2026: what you can recover and how
Updated 2026 guide on Spanish mortgage expense claims: notary, registry, agency, valuation and stamp duty. What the Supreme Court ruled, how to claim out-of-court and applicable limitation periods.
ITP and AJD on Spanish property purchases 2026: complete guide by region
Practical guide to Transfer Tax (ITP) and Stamp Duty (AJD) on Spanish property purchases in 2026. Rates by region, second-hand vs new builds, reduced rates and who pays mortgage AJD.
Lexiel for criminal lawyers: verified criminal case law and defensive brief drafting
How criminal defence lawyers use Lexiel to find verified TS and AN case law on elements of offences, mitigating factors and nullities, and generate defence briefs with verified citations.
TS Administrative Chamber, Negative administrative silence: new criteria for appeal 2024
The Spanish Supreme Court Administrative Chamber clarified in 2024 the requirements for challenging negative administrative silence: deadlines for judicial review, effects of late notification of express decisions and tacit presumed acts vs. express acts.
Spanish Rental Contract: Essential Clauses, LAU, and 2026 Updates
Everything a Spanish rental contract must include in 2026: LAU, Law 12/2023 Housing Act, IRAV index, mandatory extension, deposit, void clauses, and how to protect yourself.
Spanish Civil Cassation Appeal: Requirements, Deadlines, and Casational Interest in 2026
Technical guide to the Spanish civil cassation appeal before the Supreme Court: Art. 477 LEC, casational interest, 20-day deadline, inadmissibility grounds, and drafting technique.
Workplace Harassment (Mobbing) in Spain: How to Report and Claim
Complete guide to workplace harassment (mobbing) in Spain: legal definition, types, how to prove it, Labour Inspectorate complaint, lawsuit, and compensation amounts.
Sole Trader vs Limited Company in Spain: When to Incorporate in 2026
Comparison of sole trader vs Spanish Limited Liability Company (SL) in 2026: tax, liability, costs, and when the switch actually pays off.
Lovable vs Lexiel: why maintain piecemeal calculators when your firm already has them integrated
Honest comparison between building calculators with Lovable (a subscription per tool in some setups, no case law, no official gazette, no AI assistant) and using Lexiel (baremo, child support, divorce agreement, fiscal, legal RAG, AgenteUno, all integrated).
Road Accident Claims in Spain: How to Claim Compensation (2026 Scale)
Complete guide to claiming road accident compensation in Spain: 2026 official scale, deadlines, pre-litigation steps, and how to maximize your payout.
Spanish Supreme Court Civil Chamber, Non-contractual liability: vicarious liability, solidarity and limits 2024
The Supreme Court Civil Chamber clarified in 2024 the limits of vicarious liability (Arts. 1902-1903 CC) of companies and principals for harm caused by their dependants. We analyse doctrine on joint liability, the required diligence standard and adequate causation.
Lexiel for employment lawyers: how AI speeds up legal research and drafting employment claims
Employment lawyers handle many simultaneous files with tight deadlines. Here is how they can use Lexiel to calculate severance, search Supreme Court 4th Chamber case law, track deadlines and start their briefs from procedure workflows.
CJEU and Personal Data in Generative AI: Case Law and European DPA Guidelines 2024-2025
Analysis of CJEU case law and European Data Protection Authority resolutions on personal data processing by generative AI models: training, inference and right to erasure.
Inheritance Tax in Spain 2026: Regional Differences and How to Minimise It
Complete guide to Spanish Inheritance Tax (ISD): regional allowances by autonomous community, filing deadlines, forced heirs, primary residence deduction and legal strategies to minimise the tax burden.
ESG in Spain: non-financial reporting obligations (Law 11/2018) and CSRD 2026
Law 11/2018 on non-financial information expanded ESG reporting to large companies and listed groups. The CSRD Directive (EU) 2022/2464, in force from 2024, goes much further: expands scope, requires independent assurance and adopts ESRS standards. We analyse the ESG compliance roadmap for Spanish companies.
Floor Clauses (Cláusulas Suelo): Invalidity and Claim Procedure Spain 2026
Current state of floor clause claims in Spain 2026: CJEU doctrine, 2015 Spanish Supreme Court plenary judgment, full retroactivity, statute of limitations and how to start a claim.
Workers' Digital Rights: Constitutional Court and Supreme Court Case Law 2024-2025
Analysis of Constitutional Court and Supreme Court rulings on employer digital monitoring: corporate email access, GPS tracking, CCTV cameras and social media.
Divorce Compensatory Pensión: Supreme Court Case Law 2024-2025
Analysis of the most relevant Supreme Court (Civil Chamber) rulings in 2024 and 2025 on the compensatory pensión after divorce: setting criteria, duration, extinction and modification.
Spanish Rental Contract: Common Mistakes and Clauses to Review in 2026
Practical guide to essential clauses in a Spanish residential tenancy agreement: duration, deposit, rent updates (CPI), extensions, eviction and void clauses under the LAU and Law 12/2023.
Civil Cassation Appeal in Spain: Practical Step-by-Step Guide 2026
Complete guide to civil cassation before Spain’s Supreme Court (Chamber I): access requirements, statutory grounds, 20-day deadline, preparation and procedure after Law 37/2011.
Spain Whistleblowing Act 2/2023: Reporting Channel, Deadlines and Sanctions
Practical guide on Spain Whistleblowing Act 2/2023: who needs a channel, technical requirements, response deadlines, whistleblower protections and sanctions for non-compliance.
Spanish Constitutional Court, Art. 24 CE: right to effective judicial protection 2024
Art. 24 of the Spanish Constitution guarantees the right to effective judicial protection. We analyse recent Constitutional Court doctrine on defencelessness, access to appeal, reasoning of decisions and the right to evidence.
Criminal Compliance for Law Firms: Art. 31 bis Spanish Penal Code and Corporate Criminal Liability
Analysis of corporate criminal liability (Art. 31 bis Spanish Penal Code) applied to law firms and professional partnerships: compliance program requirements, whistleblowing channel and certification.
Online Child Data Protection in Spain 2026: LOPDGDD and GDPR Obligations
Compliance guide on child data protection in digital environments: age of consent (14 in Spain), parental verification, GDPR and LOPDGDD-compliant design and sanctions.
EU AI Act and Lawyers in Spain: Obligations, Risks and Compliance in 2026
EU AI Act compliance guide for Spanish lawyers and law firms: AI tool risk classification, user and provider obligations, sanctions and compliance checklist.
Lexiel for family lawyers: maintenance, custody and agreements with verified AI
Family law matters combine high emotional stakes with technical calculations (child support, spousal maintenance, community property liquidation). Here is how Lexiel helps family lawyers.
Pay equality and salary transparency: RD 902/2020 and employer obligations Spain 2026
RD 902/2020 of 13 October regulates pay equality between women and men. It requires companies to maintain a pay register, conduct a pay audit (if a mandatory equality plan applies) and implement a job evaluation system. We analyse obligations and LISOS penalties.
Legal AI Trends 2026 in Spain: What Every Lawyer Must Know
Analysis of the main legal artificial intelligence trends for 2026: legal RAG, EU AI Act, hallucination prevention, AI in courts and the impact on the Spanish legal services market.
STS Social Chamber, Disciplinary dismissal: proportionality and sanction grading doctrine 2024
The Spanish Supreme Court Social Chamber consolidated in 2023-2024 demanding doctrine on proportionality of disciplinary dismissal. We analyse sanction grading criteria, null dismissal for violation of fundamental rights and the "disciplinary record" doctrine.
VeriFactu Mandatory for Law Firms: What You Need to Know in 2025-2026
Practical guide on VeriFactu (RD 1007/2023) for law firms and legal professionals: mandatory deadlines, system requirements, invoice issuance and how to comply.
LexNET 2026: Complete Guide for Lawyers, Access, Procedures and Common Errors
Everything you need to know about LexNET in 2026: how to access, file briefs, remedy notifications and fix the most common errors with digital certificate and Cl@ve system.
Spain Labour Reform 2021 and Permanent Discontinuous Contracts: Supreme Court Case Law Two Years On
Analysis of key Supreme Court rulings on Spain’s 2021 labour reform (RDL 32/2021): permanent discontinuous contracts, termination of temporary contracts and new contractual arrangements.
Anti-money laundering for lawyers: obligations and latest SEPBLAC rulings 2025
Lawyers are obliged entities under Law 10/2010 AML when involved in certain transactions (property sales, company formation, fund management). We cover due diligence duties, SEPBLAC reporting and professional secrecy.
STC 182/2021: Constitutional Court Strikes Down IIVTNU and Legislature Responds with RDL 26/2021
Analysis of STC 182/2021 striking down the objective IIVTNU calculation method and RDL 26/2021 introducing the alternative real gain method. Implications for pending appeals.
Anti-Money Laundering in Spain: Law 10/2010 for Lawyers and Businesses
Obligations under Law 10/2010 on money laundering prevention: obligated subjects (including lawyers), due diligence, beneficial owner identification, SEPBLAC reporting and penalties.
Compliance for In-House Counsel: AI Tools for Corporate Legal Departments
How a corporate legal department can use legal AI for compliance: contract management, internal regulations, whistleblowing channel, corporate minutes and compliance auditing.
Corporate Criminal Liability in Spain: Art. 31 bis Criminal Code and Compliance Programs
Analysis of Art. 31 bis of the Spanish Criminal Code: when a company is criminally liable, compliance program requirements for exemption, supervisory body and quarterly review.
Income Tax for Self-Employed Lawyers 2026: Which Expenses Are Deductible and How to Document Them
Tax guide for self-employed lawyers: deductible expenses for Spanish income tax 2026 (office, technology, training, vehicle, insurance), how to document them for AEAT and common mistakes to avoid.
LegalTech in Spain 2026: startups, investments and the ecosystem map
The Spanish legaltech ecosystem has grown in recent years. We analyse the most active segments (legal AI, practice management, e-signature, ODR), the most relevant startups and investment trends in 2025-2026.
Mandatory Whistleblowing Channel: Law 2/2023 and Obligations for Spanish Companies
Everything about Law 2/2023 on whistleblower protection: which companies are obligated (50+ workers), deadlines, whistleblower protection, penalties and how to properly implement the channel.
Personal Data Anonymization in Legal AI: How to Comply with GDPR Art. 32
How automatic anonymization of personal data works before sending to AI models: placeholders vs fake names, data types detected and encryption.
GDPR in Law Firms: Obligations, Risks and How to Comply in 2026
Practical guide to GDPR obligations for law firms: records of activities, data processing agreements, security breaches and the role of the Data Protection Officer.
How to prepare an oral trial with AI: from facts to arguments in 4 steps
Practical methodology for using Lexiel to prepare trials: legal research, fact narrative, case law selection and adversarial analysis preparation.
Lexiel vs Clio: Which software fits your firm in Spain?
Comparison between Clio (practice management software widely used in the US) and Lexiel (Spanish legal AI): features, pricing, legal corpus and fit for the Spanish market.
Spain Bar Access Exam 2024: 25 Questions Solved with Case Law
25 bar access exam 2024 questions solved with verified case law. Covers the hardest blocks: civil procedure, criminal law, constitutional law and professional ethics.
Second chance for individuals in Spain: requirements, procedure and effects 2026
The second chance mechanism (TRLC, Law 16/2022) allows individuals and self-employed to obtain discharge of unsatisfied liabilities. We analyse both paths: payment plan and immediate liquidation with provisional discharge.
Supreme Court 2025: Null Dismissal for Anti-Union Retaliation and Discrimination
Analysis of 2025 Supreme Court and Constitutional Court rulings on null dismissal: anti-union retaliation, pregnancy discrimination, long-term illness and exercise of fundamental rights.
Legal fee models in 2026: contingency fees, shared success and alternatives to hourly billing
Hourly billing is under pressure in Spain. We analyse contingency fees (Art. 35 Lawyers' Statute), success fee arrangements, flat-fee models and how AI is changing law firm economics.
Supreme Court 2025: Unfair Clauses in Credit Cards and Loans
Analysis of the main 2025 Supreme Court rulings on unfair clauses in banking contracts: hidden APR, disproportionate default interest, revolving credit cards and mortgage costs.
How to calculate legal interest in Spain 2026: Art. 1108 CC, procedural default and LATE
Practical guide for lawyers: legal interest rate (3.25%), procedural default Art. 576 LEC (5.25%) and LATE interest (ECB + 8pp). Includes free calculator and 2002-2026 rate table.
Spain Bar Access Exam 2025, 25 Questions Solved with Case Law
25 bar access exam 2025 questions solved with verified case law from CGPJ and BOE. Includes analysis of the most frequent traps and answer logic for each subject area.
Lexiel vs Tirant lo Blanch; Legal AI vs Legal Database
Tirant lo Blanch is a legal publisher with a large database. Lexiel is a legal AI and practice management platform for lawyers. Which suits your firm in 2026? Honest comparison of features, price and use cases.
Liquidation of the community property regime in Spain: assets, debts and judicial process 2026
Liquidation of the community property regime (Arts. 1344-1410 CC) is one of the most complex divorce processes. We analyse which assets are community property and which are separate, how common charges and debts are calculated, and the inventory and allocation process.
GDPR for law firms: obligations, processing records and fines 2026
Law firms handle particularly sensitive data: fees, judicial disputes, professional secrecy. We analyse specific GDPR obligations: records of processing activities, legal basis, retention periods and AEPD enforcement regime.
Lexiel vs vLex 2026: Which Fits Legal Research in Spain?
Comparison between Lexiel and vLex (Vincent AI) for lawyers in Spain in 2026. Case law coverage, AI features, firm management and pricing.
Lexiel vs Aranzadi AI 2026: Honest Comparison for Lawyers in Spain
Comparison between Lexiel and Aranzadi LA LEY (Karnov Group) and its AI Allegra for Spanish law firms in 2026: features, price, benchmark, practice management and verdict.
Civil Cassation Appeal in Spain: Complete Guide 2026
Practical guide to the civil cassation appeal in Spain. Requirements, deadlines, casacional interest, format, and tips to avoid rejection. Arts. 477-489 LEC.
Commercial Lease in Spain: Complete Legal Guide (LAU Arts. 29-35 + Civil Code)
Complete guide to commercial leasing in Spain: LAU Arts. 29-35 legal regime, duration, rent review (CPI vs agreed), assignment and transfer, goodwill indemnity, community expenses, early termination, and differences from residential leases.
Criminal Statute of Limitations in Spain: Complete Guide to Time Limits (2026)
Complete guide to criminal statute of limitations in Spain under Art. 131 of the Penal Code. Practical tables by offense severity, special rules for minors, terrorism, and genocide, plus interruption rules.
Expert Evidence in Spanish Courts: Complete Guide
Complete guide to expert evidence in Spain. Court-appointed vs party experts, costs, cross-examination, Arts. 335-352 LEC.
Extra-Contractual Civil Liability in Spain: Complete Guide (Art. 1902 CC)
Guide to extra-contractual civil liability. Art. 1902-1910 CC. Elements, fault, burden of proof reversal, special regimes, and limitation periods.
Family Mediation in Spain: Complete Guide to Law 5/2012 and Regional Services (2026)
Complete guide to family mediation in Spain. Law 5/2012, when mediation is mandatory, cost vs litigation, step-by-step process, advantages, and mediation services by autonomous community.
How to Collect an Unpaid Debt in Spain: Step-by-Step Legal Guide (2026)
Step-by-step guide to debt collection in Spain. Pre-judicial phase (burofax), payment order procedure (Art. 812 LEC), verbal and ordinary proceedings, asset seizure, deadlines and procedural strategy.
How to Prepare for the 2026 Spanish Bar Exam: Complete Guide and Strategy
Definitive guide to prepare for the 2026 Spanish Bar Exam. Structure, highest-weight areas, study strategy, and how to use legal AI to practise with verified case law.
How to Set Up a Limited Company (SL) in Spain in 2026: Steps, Costs, and the 1-Euro Capital Reform
Complete guide to forming an SL in Spain after the RDL 19/2022 reform: share capital from 1 EUR, name reservation, public deed, tax ID, Commercial Registry filing, CIRCE one-stop shop, and common mistakes.
Insolvency Proceedings in Spain 2026: Complete TRLC Guide for Companies, Self-Employed & SMEs
Updated guide to insolvency proceedings in Spain: TRLC 2020, subjective and objective requirements, pre-insolvency (Art. 583 TRLC), procedural phases, special rules for self-employed and SMEs, 2022 reform, and timelines.
Legitimate Inheritance Portions in Spain: Shares, Heirs & Regional Rules (2026)
Complete guide to forced inheritance shares in Spain. Legitimate heirs (Art. 806-822 CC), thirds of the estate, disinheritance (Art. 853 CC), and special rules by autonomous community.
Lexiel Promo Codes: Exclusive Offers for Every Legal Specialty
Lexiel launches exclusive promo codes for lawyers, solicitors, tax advisors, social graduates, and newly qualified lawyers. Up to 6 months free depending on your professional profile.
Lexiel vs Claude: A General-Purpose Model vs a Specialized Legal Platform
Lexiel is built with state-of-the-art AI, and adds a legal corpus of 130,000+ official sources, CRM, billing, and a procedure engine. Measured by us: 98.0% on the July 2026 bar access exam.
Lexiel vs Harvey AI: AI for Large Firms or for the Spanish Law Practice? (2026)
Harvey AI targets large firms and companies, with pricing on demo. Lexiel specializes in Spanish and LATAM law with a corpus of 130,000+ official sources and published pricing from €52/month (excl. VAT).
Lexiel vs Juztina: Comparison for lawyers in Spain (2026)
We compare Lexiel and Juztina on the official bar exam benchmark, legal corpus, GDPR privacy and workflow for lawyers practising in Spain.
Lexiel vs Maite AI: Research Assistant or Complete Law Firm Platform? (2026)
Detailed comparison of Lexiel and Maite AI for lawyers in Spain. What we can state with data and how to choose between them.
Lexiel vs Prudencia: Legal Assistant or Full AI-Powered Firm Management? (2026)
Comparison of Lexiel and Prudencia for Spanish lawyers. Prudencia is an AI legal assistant; Lexiel adds a procedure engine, case management, and VeriFactu billing.
Marriage Annulment in Spain: Complete Guide (Arts. 73-80 CC)
Guide to marriage annulment in Spain. Grounds, difference from divorce, canonical vs civil, effects, standing, and deadlines. Arts. 73-80 CC.
Open legal data in Spain: BOE, CENDOJ and the APIs transforming access to law
Spain has public APIs from BOE and CENDOJ enabling programmatic access to legislation and case law. We analyse what data is available, how to access it, and how open legal data is enabling new legal tools.
Spanish Property Registry: Practical Guide for Lawyers
Practical guide to the Spanish Property Registry. Nota simple, certification, registration principles, digital access, and costs. Arts. 32-34 Mortgage Law.
Tax Inspection in Spain: Taxpayer Rights, Deadlines & How to Respond (Arts. 142-159 LGT)
Complete guide to AEAT tax inspections: procedure initiation, development, maximum deadline (18 months extendable to 27), taxpayer rights (legal assistance, non-self-incrimination, copy of the record), types of assessment records, and available appeals.
Types of Power of Attorney in Spain: General, Special, Preventive & Apud Acta (2026)
Complete guide to power of attorney types in Spain. General vs special, apud acta, preventive power (Art. 256 CC). When to use each, costs, revocation, and formal requirements.
Unfair Banking Clauses in Spain: Floor Clauses, IRPH, Mortgage Expenses & How to Claim
Complete guide to unfair clauses in Spanish banking contracts: floor clauses (STS 9/5/2013), IRPH, mortgage expenses, opening fees, early termination, default interest. CJEU and Supreme Court case law. Limitation periods and claims procedure.
Work and Residence Permit in Spain 2026: Social Roots, Initial Authorization, Long-Term Residency & Special Visas
Complete guide to work and residence permits in Spain: LOEX 4/2000 and RD 557/2011, social roots (3 years), labor roots (2 years), family roots, initial authorization, renewal, long-term residence (5 years), entrepreneur visa, EU Blue Card, and common rejection reasons.
Aragonese Widowhood: The Universal Usufruct That Does Not Exist in the Rest of Spain
Analysis of the Aragonese widowhood right (Arts. 271-301 CDFA): universal usufruct over the entire estate versus the limited usufruct of the improvement third under the Civil Code.
Compensatory pensión on divorce: calculation, requirements and extinction causes under Spanish Supreme Court law
The compensatory pensión (Art. 97 CC) offsets the economic imbalance divorce creates for one spouse. We analyse the Supreme Court criteria for fixing its amount, temporal or indefinite nature, and extinction grounds including new cohabitation.
Forced Heirship in Catalonia vs Spanish Civil Code: Key Differences Every Lawyer Must Know
Comparative analysis of Catalán forced heirship (1/4 of the estate, Book IV CCC) versus the Spanish Civil Code (2/3). Practical examples, civil domicile, and conflict-of-law rules.
Fuero Nuevo of Navarra: Absolute Freedom to Dispose by Will
Analysis of the Navarrese succession system: 596 laws of the Fuero Nuevo, symbolic forced share of 5 carlines sueldos and a plot of land, and its estate-planning implications.
How Lexiel's Legal RAG Works: Legal Research With Checked Citations
Technical and practical explanation of how Lexiel's legal RAG works: hybrid search, article-level chunking and citation checking to reduce hallucinations in AI for lawyers.
Matrimonial Property Regime in Catalonia: Separation of Assets by Default
Analysis of the separation-of-assets regime under Book II CCC versus the community-property regime of the Civil Code. Impact on divorce, inheritance, and family business.
Personal Income Tax in the Basque Country: Why Foral Rules Change Everything
Practical guide to personal income tax in the Basque Historical Territories: Economic Agreement, rate differences, exclusive deductions, and fiscal domicile rules.
Spain Whistleblowing Law 2/2023: mandatory reporting channel for companies
Law 2/2023 of 20 February transposes EU Directive 2019/1937 and requires companies with 50+ workers to set up an internal reporting channel by 1 December 2023. We cover requirements, timelines and penalties.
7 AI Tools for Solo Lawyers in 2026: Comparison
Comparison of AI tools for solo lawyers and small law firms in Spain: legal research, drafting, case management and billing.
Drug Trafficking Offence (Art. 368 CP Spain): Types, Mitigating Circumstances and Case Law (2026)
Analysis of art. 368 CP: basic and aggravated drug trafficking (arts. 369-369 bis CP), minimum psychoactive dose, penalties, drug dependence mitigation, shared self-consumption and Supreme Court case law.
Legal design in Spain: visual contracts, legal UX and the future of legal documents
Legal design applies user-centred design principles to legal documents and services. We analyse how Spanish law firms are adopting visual contracts, process maps and plain language to improve client experience.
Civil Appeal to the Supreme Court in Spain: Art. 477 LEC, Legal Interest and Admissibility (2026)
Guide to civil cassation appeal to the Spanish Supreme Court: art. 477 LEC, legal interest grounds, contradictory court decisions, incorrect application of Supreme Court doctrine, grounds, deadlines and preparation brief.
How Much Does a Lawyer Charge in Spain 2026: Fees by Specialty and Case Type
Updated guide with average lawyer fees in Spain by specialty: civil, criminal, labor, tax, corporate and family law. Includes pricing factors and how to budget your legal case.
Shared custody in Spain: Supreme Court criteria 2025
The Spanish Supreme Court has consolidated shared custody as the preferred arrangement when beneficial to the child. We analyse the criteria from STS 257/2013 and subsequent rulings through 2025: distance between homes, parental communication capacity and child's wishes.
Spain's 2021 Bar Statute: key changes and practical implications
Analysis of Royal Decree 135/2021 approving Spain's General Bar Statute: advertising, fees, privilege, continuing education and bar governance.
EU AI Act: Key compliance obligations for lawyers and law firms 2026
Regulation (EU) 2024/1689 (AI Act) enters into force in phases from 2024. We analyse which AI systems are high-risk in the legal sector, transparency obligations and fines of up to 3% of global turnover.
How to draft a lawsuit with legal AI: step-by-step guide for lawyers (2026)
Practical guide to drafting a civil or labor lawsuit with specialized legal AI. From procedure selection to the final brief with verified BOE and CENDOJ citations.
Law 7/2022 on waste: key obligations for companies and waste managers in Spain
Law 7/2022 on waste and contaminated soil for a circular economy modernises the Spanish waste regime. We analyse obligations for producers, managers, extended producer responsibility (EPR) and the sanctioning regime.
Lawyer fees in Spain: recovery through jura de cuentas and other mechanisms
Everything about lawyer fee recovery in Spain: engagement letter, jura de cuentas procedure, taxation of costs, fee challenge and limitation periods.
Termination of Residential Tenancy in Spain: Grounds, Eviction and Procedure (LAU 2026)
Analysis of grounds for termination of residential tenancy (LAU art. 27): rent non-payment, expiry, breach termination, eviction for expiry, RD-law 6/2023 reform and case law.
Civil liability of sports clubs: player and spectator injuries in Spain
When a player is injured or a spectator is hurt at a sports event, who is liable? We analyse the organising club's liability, mandatory federation insurance (Law 39/2022) and contributory negligence.
Conflicts of interest in legal practice: detection, management and practical solutions
Complete guide to conflicts of interest in law firms: types of conflict, duty to detect, information screens, mandatory withdrawal and disciplinary consequences.
Generative AI in legal practice: real uses, limits and best practices 2026
Beyond the hype, what makes generative AI genuinely useful for lawyers in 2026? We analyse verified use cases: drafting pleadings, contract review, legal research and the limits where AI cannot replace the lawyer.
Law firm advertising in Spain: what's allowed and what's prohibited
Deontological and legal rules on lawyer advertising in Spain: absolute prohibitions, EGAE 2021 requirements, digital marketing for law firms and the line with ambulance chasing.
Lexiel vs Gemini for lawyers: what we measured and what to check (2026)
Lexiel (98.0%, 149/152) on the July 2026 bar access exam, measured by us, and what to check on any tool.
Climate litigation in Spain: Law 7/2021, Paris Agreement and corporate liability
Climate litigation arrives in Spain. We analyse available legal grounds: Law 7/2021 on climate change, Paris Agreement, EU Taxonomy Regulation, CSDDD and the ECHR Duarte Agostinho case as European precedent.
Cybercrime at Spain's National Court: landmark cases and current criminal framework
Analysis of Spain's cybercrime criminal framework (Arts. 197-200, 264, 270 CP) and key National Court cases: hacking, ransomware, identity theft and grooming.
Lawyer's civil liability in Spain: when they're liable and how to limit risk
Practical guide to lawyer professional liability in Spain: negligence, loss of chance, mandatory PI insurance, burden of proof and Supreme Court case law.
Medical Malpractice Liability in Spain: Medical Records, Informed Consent and Medical Standard of Care (2026)
Analysis of medical malpractice liability in Spain: lex artis ad hoc, informed consent (Ley 41/2002), medical records as evidence, healthcare centre liability and bodily harm assessment.
Abusive Bank Clauses in Spain: Floor Clauses, Mortgage Costs and IRPH, Step-by-Step Claim
Updated guide on claiming abusive mortgage clauses: floor clauses, setup costs, IRPH and early termination after CJEU case law.
Administrative Appeal in Spain: When and How to Challenge a Government Decisión
Practical guide to administrative appeals in Spain: deadlines, prior requirements, ordinary and abbreviated procedure, and interim measures.
Athlete image rights: Art. 92 LIRPF and special tax treatment in Spain
Athletes can assign their image rights to a company for tax advantages. We analyse Art. 92 LIRPF, the 85% limit, the 24% withholding on international assignments and simulation risks.
Attorney-client privilege in Spain: limits and exceptions
Attorney-client privilege in Spain: constitutional basis, deontological obligations, legal exceptions and conflicts with anti-money laundering rules.
Consensual vs. Contested Divorce in Spain: Differences, Costs and Timeline
Full comparison between consensual and contested divorce: requirements, procedure, child arrangements, pensions, and Supreme Court criteria.
Directors' Liability in Spanish Companies: When Personal Assets Are at Risk
Analysis of director liability in Spanish companies: liability for corporate debts, derivative and individual actions, and mandatory dissolution obligations.
Intestate Succession in Spain: Who Inherits and in What Order When There Is No Will
Guide to intestate succession in Spain: order of heirs, surviving spouse rights, representation and collation, with reference to the Civil Code.
Legal AI for Lawyers in Peru: Civil Code, CPC and Constitutional Court
Practical guide on legal AI for Peruvian law: 1984 Civil Code (D.Leg. 295), 1993 Code of Civil Procedure, NCPP adversarial criminal proceedings, and Constitutional Court binding precedents.
Lexiel vs Maite: what we can say with data (2026)
What we can say with data about Lexiel and Maite AI in 2026: what we measured, what each has published and what to check.
Rebus sic stantibus in Spain's Supreme Court: post-COVID application and current criteria
Supreme Court case law on rebus sic stantibus: requirements, effects, application to leases and long-term contracts after the COVID-19 pandemic.
Residential Tenancy Contract: Complete LAU 2024 Guide
Everything you need to know about residential tenancies in Spain: duration, rent, deposit, abusive clauses and tenant rights under the reformed LAU.
Traffic Offences in Spain: Fines, Points and How to Appeal
Everything about traffic offences in Spain: classification, fine amounts, early payment discount, points deduction and procedure for challenging the penalty notice.
Workplace Harassment (Mobbing) in Spain: How to Prove It and Your Legal Options
Practical guide on mobbing in Spain: legal concept, constitutive conduct, evidence, judicial actions and Supreme Court criteria.
Civil Appeal in Spain: Complete Guide (Arts. 455-467 LEC)
Everything about civil appeals in Spain: grounds, deadlines, appeal brief, cross-appeal, hearing and ruling. Arts. 455-467 LEC 2000 updated 2026.
Civil Liability in Traffic Accidents: Damage Scale and LRCSCVM Spain 2026
Complete guide to civil liability in road accidents: mandatory insurance, personal injury scale (LRCSCVM), updated 2026 tables, personal and property damage.
Cookies and GDPR: CJEU case law and application in Spain
Analysis of CJEU case law on cookies and consent: Planet49, Orange Romania, IAB TCF rulings and their application by Spain's AEPD.
Environmental impact assessment: the EIA declaration under Law 21/2013 step by step
Environmental impact assessment is a prior requirement for many industrial and infrastructure projects. We explain the ordinary and simplified procedure, deadlines, content of the environmental impact study and appeals against the EIA declaration.
Insolvency Proceedings in Spain: Procedure, Phases and Effects (TRLC 2020)
Complete guide to insolvency proceedings in Spain: requirements, filing, insolvency administrator, restructuring plan and liquidation. TRLC updated 2022.
Legal AI for Lawyers in Chile: Civil Code, CPC and Supreme Court
How legal AI transforms practice in Chile: 1855 Civil Code (Bello), Code of Civil Procedure, and Supreme Court case law (pjud.cl).
Right to Strike in Spain: RDL 17/1977, Limits, Essential Services and Unlawful Strikes (2026)
Analysis of the right to strike in Spain: art. 28.2 CE, RDL 17/1977, calling a strike, 5/10-day notice, essential services minimums, illegal and abusive strikes, and dismissal during a strike.
Usufruct and Bare Ownership in Spain: Rights, Obligations and Taxation (Arts. 467-529 CC)
Complete guide to usufruct in Spain: creation, usufructuary rights, obligations, termination, bare ownership and tax valuation under ISD tables.
Administrative judicial review in Spain: complete guide 2026
Complete guide to administrative judicial review in Spain: prior route, caducidad deadlines, competent court, procedures, interim measures and enforcement. LJCA 29/1998.
Bribery and Corruption in Spain: Arts. 419-424 and 286 bis CP ) Guide 2026
Complete guide to bribery offences (public officials), private sector corruption (art. 286 bis CP), influence peddling and corporate criminal liability in Spain.
Commercial Agency Contracts in Spain: Rights, Obligations and Termination (2026)
Analysis of the agency contract regulated by Law 12/1992: obligations of agent and principal, commissions, goodwill indemnity and compensation for damages on termination.
Commercial lease in Spain 2026: everything you need to know
Complete guide to commercial property leases in Spain: LAU regime, duration, rent, assignment, works, eviction and differences with residential leases.
Compulsory Purchase (Expropiación Forzosa) in Spain: Requirements, Fair Price and Procedure (2026)
Complete guide to compulsory purchase in Spain: public-utility grounds, administrative procedure, calculation of the fair price (justiprecio) and appeals before the Provincial Jury.
Computer Crime in Spain: Art. 197-197 ter Criminal Code, Offences and Penalties (2026)
Guide to computer crime in the Spanish Criminal Code: unlawful access to systems (art. 197 bis), interception of electronic communications, computer damage and criminal liability of companies.
Contract nullity and invalidity in Spain: absolute nullity, voidability and rescission
Legal guide to absolute nullity, voidability and rescission under the Spanish Civil Code: grounds, caducidad periods, effects and restitution of performances.
Corporate Disloyalty (Art. 252 CP): Elements, Liability and Defence in Spain (2026)
Analysis of corporate disloyalty offence after LO 1/2015 reform: typical conduct, patrimonial damage, difference from misappropriation and company administrator liability.
Criminal Cassation Appeal in Spain: Requirements, Grounds and Procedure (2026)
Complete guide to criminal cassation appeal before the Supreme Court: grounds (arts. 849-852 LECrim), error of law, procedural breach, factual error and preparation of the appeal.
Disability Support Procedure under Spanish Law 8/2021: Curatela, Guardianship and Support Measures (2026)
Complete guide to the new disability regulation in Spain under Law 8/2021: replacement of guardianship by curatela, support measures, judicial procedure and review.
Drink Driving and Drug Driving in Spain: Art. 379 CP ) Guide 2026
Complete analysis of the driving under influence offence (art. 379 CP): alcohol limits, drug testing, penalties, driving licence points and traffic criminal defence strategy.
EU AI Act 2026: key obligations for law firms and legal companies
EU Regulation 2024/1689 (AI Act) sets obligations for high-risk AI systems from August 2026. What do lawyers need to know? Analysis of Articles 6-10, prohibitions and classification system.
Extraordinary Appeal for Procedural Infringement in Spain: Requirements, Grounds and Procedure (2026)
Guide to the extraordinary appeal for procedural infringement (REP) before the Supreme Court: TS/TSJ jurisdiction, grounds under art. 469 LEC, incongruence, defencelessness, breach of art. 24 CE.
GDPR 2026: AEPD fines, AI Act updates and compliance for law firms
AEPD fines in 2025-2026, GDPR interaction with the AI Regulation, and compliance obligations for law firms handling sensitive client data.
Gender-based violence in Spain 2026: protection order, measures and victims' rights
Guide to LO 1/2004 gender violence: how to get a protection order, criminal and civil measures, employment rights, free legal aid and economic benefits.
Interim Measures in Spanish Administrative Courts: Suspensión and Urgent Protection (2026)
Analysis of interim measures in Spanish administrative proceedings: suspensión of the challenged act (art. 129 LJCA), periculum in mora, fumus boni iuris, caution and urgent injunctions.
Law Firm Management Software in Spain: Complete Guide 2026
What law firm management software in Spain should have: legal CRM, deadline tracking, billing, and AI-powered case management. With the available options and what to check in each one.
Legal AI for lawyers in Colombia: Constitutional Court and CGP 2026
How AI transforms legal practice in Colombia: Constitutional Court rulings, CGP, CST and labor jurisprudence.
Legal AI for lawyers in Mexico: SCJN research and commercial law 2026
How artificial intelligence transforms legal research in Mexico: SCJN tesis, Judicial Weekly, LGSM and LFT. Practical guide for Mexican lawyers.
Legal AI in Argentina: Case File Management Under the CCCN and CPCCN
The 2015 National Civil and Commercial Code renewed Argentine private law. Learn how legal AI helps Argentine lawyers manage case files under the CCCN, CPCCN, and the electronic notification system.
LegalTech trends in Spain 2026: AI, automation and the new lawyer profile
The Spanish legal sector in 2026: AI adoption, process automation, new billing models and how leading firms are reorganising their internal structure.
Misappropriation (Art. 253 CP): Elements, Types and Criminal Defence in Spain (2026)
Complete guide to the misappropriation offence: differences from fraud, art. 253 CP types, applicable penalty, prescription and criminal defence strategy.
Payment order procedure in Spain (Art. 812 LEC): how to claim debts quickly
The payment order procedure allows claiming matured and enforceable monetary debts of any amount without an ordinary trial. Deadlines, required documents, debtor opposition and subsequent enforcement.
Preventive detention in Spain's Constitutional Court: guarantees and recent case law
Constitutional Court case law on preventive detention: proportionality principle, legitimate purposes, enhanced reasoning requirement and máximum duration doctrine.
Right of Way Easement: Arts. 564-570 CC ) Requirements and Exercise in Spain (2026)
Analysis of the right of way easement in the Spanish Civil Code: landlocked property, compensation, width, judicial constitution, extinction and distinction from other easements.
Spanish monitorio procedure: how to claim a monetary debt in 2026
Practical guide to Spain’s monitorio procedure: requirements, documents, opposition deadline, conversion to ordinary or small-claims trial, and legal costs. Arts. 812-818 LEC.
State Liability of Public Administrations in Spain: Procedure and Requirements (2026)
Complete guide to the liability of public authorities: requirements of art. 32 LRJSP, claims procedure, deadlines, quantification of damage and appeals.
Summary Proceedings (Juicio Verbal) in Spain: Arts. 437-447 LEC ) Amount, Procedure and Defence (2026)
Complete guide to summary proceedings (juicio verbal) under the LEC: máximum amount, cases subject to verbal procedure, filing the claim, oral hearing and appeals.
Tax Fraud Crime (Art. 305 CP): Elements, Defences and Regularisation in Spain (2026)
Analysis of tax fraud crime (art. 305 CP): 120,000 € threshold, modes of commission, tax regularisation as absolute defence, and criminal tax defence strategy.
Traffic accident in Spain: how to claim from insurer and calculate 2026 baremo compensation
Practical guide to traffic accident claims: procedure, deadlines, 2026 injury scale (Law 35/2015), whiplash, personal damages, lost income and Motor Insurance Guarantee Fund.
Unfair Dismissal in Spain: Step-by-Step Guide (Arts. 55-56 ET)
What to do when dismissed: conciliation filing, claim before the labour court, conciliation hearing and unfair dismissal compensation calculation (33 days/year). Timelines and strategy.
Workplace Harassment (Mobbing) in Spain: Types, Evidence and Legal Actions (2026)
Guide for workplace harassment victims in Spain: types of mobbing, how to prove it, complaint to the Labour Inspectorate, labour court claim and recognition as occupational accident.
AI for Lawyers in Colombia: Automate Case Files Under the General Process Code
The CGP modernized Colombian civil procedure in 2012. Learn how legal AI helps Colombian law firms manage declaratory, executive, and family proceedings more efficiently.
Disciplinary dismissal in Spain: grounds, procedure and compensation 2026
Complete guide to disciplinary dismissal: legal grounds in the Workers Statute, dismissal letter, classification as fair, unfair or void, compensation and claim deadlines.
Doping in Spain: WADA sanctioning procedure and TAS/CAS appeals
Anti-doping in Spain combines the WADA World Code, RD 641/2009 and Law 3/2013 AEPSAD. We explain the sanctioning procedure and how to appeal before the Court of Arbitration for Sport.
GDPR and Spanish Data Protection Law in Law Firms: Practical Obligations (2026)
Practical guide to data protection for lawyers: GDPR, LOPDGDD, professional secrecy and special categories, controller vs. processor, DPO, AEPD sanctions and basic firm compliance.
How to File an Ordinary Civil Claim in Spain: Practical Guide (Arts. 399-405 LEC)
Complete guide to filing an ordinary civil claim in a Spanish court: claim structure, territorial and objective jurisdiction, formal requirements, documentation and deadlines. Updated 2026.
Lexiel vs ChatGPT for legal contracts: why generic AI is not enough
Five typical contract analysis questions (abusive clauses, compensation, non-compete, arbitration and floor clauses): what a good answer must contain and why generic AI is not enough.
Lexiel vs Docu Experto: how they differ for the Spanish lawyer in 2026
Comparison between Lexiel and DOCU.expert (Docu Experto): what each one is, legal sources, brief drafting, case management, privacy and pricing.
Medical liability in Spain's Supreme Court: consolidated doctrine and 2024-2025 rulings
Analysis of Supreme Court case law on medical liability: informed consent, loss of chance, burden of proof and key 2024-2025 rulings.
Residential lease in Spain 2026: Urban Leases Act, rights and obligations
Updated guide to residential leases: minimum term after the 2023 Housing Act, deposit, rent updates, eviction, and tenant and landlord rights.
Spanish Legal Software Comparison 2026: what you can check on each platform
Criteria you can check on any legal AI platform in Spain, and what we measured ourselves with published raw data.
Supreme Court Case Law on Unfair Contract Terms 2025: Key Rulings
Summary of the most relevant Supreme Court and CJEU rulings on unfair contract terms in 2025. IRPH, early termination, default interest, and floor clauses.
Supreme Court Labor Law Case Law 2025: Dismissal, Furloughs, and Remote Work
The most important Social Chamber rulings in 2025: void and unfair dismissal, post-covid furloughs, remote work, minimum wage, and pay discrimination.
Appeal and Reconsideration: Complete Guide to Administrative Appeals in Spain
Practical guide to administrative appeals in Spain: recurso de alzada, recurso de reposición, deadlines, administrative silence, and the contentious-administrative route.
Asset Seizure in Spain: What to Do When Your Assets Are Seized
Practical guide to asset seizure: types of seizures, order of priority, exempt assets, how to challenge and legal defense strategies.
Challenging Administrative Penalties: Grounds for Nullity, Proportionality, and Judicial Review
Guide to challenging administrative penalties in Spain: procedural defects, proportionality principle, administrative appeal, contentious-administrative review, and case law.
Challenging Corporate Resolutions in Spain: Practical Guide with Arts. 204-208 LSC and Case Law
How to challenge General Meeting and Board resolutions: void vs voidable resolutions, standing, limitation periods, resolutions contrary to corporate interest, and interim relief.
Claiming Compensation for Traffic Accidents in Spain: Complete Guide with 2024 Scale
Complete guide to claiming traffic accident compensation in Spain: 2024 valuation scale, deadlines, documentation, insurance negotiation and judicial routes.
Compensatory Pensión in Divorce: Requirements, Calculation and Supreme Court Case Law in Spain
Complete guide to compensatory pensión in Spanish divorce: Art. 97 CC requirements, calculation factors, duration, modification and termination with recent case law.
Consensual Divorce in Spain: Step-by-Step Guide (Arts. 86-89 CC)
Everything you need to know about consensual divorce in Spain: regulatory agreement, property division, custody, maintenance and timelines. Updated 2026.
Cybercrime in Spain: Phishing, Online Fraud, and How to Report with Digital Evidence
Guide on cybercrime in Spain: phishing, computer fraud (Arts. 248-249 CP), identity theft, how to file a report, preserve digital evidence, and key case law.
Cybercrimes in Spain: Computer Fraud, Unauthorized Access, and Digital Offenses (Criminal Code)
Complete guide to cybercrimes in Spain: computer fraud (Art. 248.2 Criminal Code), unauthorized system access (Art. 197 bis), computer damage (Art. 264), sexting, grooming, territorial jurisdiction, and digital evidence.
Environmental liability: soil and water damage under Spanish Law 26/2007
Law 26/2007 transposes Directive 2004/35/EC and establishes objective liability for operators of hazardous activities. We analyse types of environmental damage, remediation measures and the administrative procedure.
Fast-Track Criminal Trial in Spain: Complete Guide to the Art. 795 LECrim Procedure
Everything about the fast-track criminal trial: when it applies, defendant rights, procedure phases, deadlines, and the role of the duty lawyer under the LECrim.
Fast-Track Criminal Trials in Spain: Complete Guide to Juicio Rápido (Arts. 795-803 LECrim)
Everything about fast-track criminal proceedings in Spain: applicable offenses, deadlines, plea agreements with sentence reductions, rights of the accused, and processing before the duty court.
Fast-Track Eviction for Non-Payment of Rent in Spain: Requirements, Deadlines and Procedure
Guide to fast-track eviction for non-payment of rent: legal requirements, verbal trial deadlines, enervation, step-by-step process and party rights.
Floor Clauses: How to Claim Against Your Bank and Recover Overpayments
Complete guide to floor clauses: what they are, Supreme Court doctrine (STS 9/5/2013), full retroactivity (CJEU C-154/15), claims procedure, and calculation of amounts.
Guardianship, Curatorship, and Support Measures Under Law 8/2021: New Guide for Lawyers
Updated guide to guardianship, curatorship, and support measures for persons with disabilities under Law 8/2021: new system, judicial procedure, role of the Public Prosecutor, and self-appointed curatorship.
Home and Auto Insurance Claims in Spain: Guide to Getting Your Compensation
Complete guide to home and auto insurance claims in Spain: deadlines, documentation, denials, judicial claims and policyholder rights.
Homeowners Associations and the LPH: Meetings, Delinquent Owners, Expenses, and Challenging Agreements
Practical guide to the Horizontal Property Act: owners meetings, quorums, delinquent neighbors, common expenses, levies, challenging agreements, and community works.
How to Appeal a Traffic Fine in Spain: Complete Guide to Appeals and Defenses
Complete guide to appealing traffic fines: allegations, administrative appeal, contentious-administrative route, common defenses and legal deadlines.
How to Form a Limited Liability Company (SL) in Spain: Step-by-Step Guide with Real Costs
Complete guide to forming an SL in Spain: minimum capital (EUR 3,000), bylaws, public deed, Commercial Registry filing, tax ID, fiscal obligations, express formation, and director regimes.
Immigration Law in Spain: Residence Permits, Work Authorization, Arraigo, and Family Reunification
Complete immigration law guide for Spain: residence and work permits, arraigo social and laboral, family reunification, NIE, EU citizens vs third-country nationals.
Intellectual and Industrial Property: Trademarks, Patents, Copyright, and Trade Secrets
Basic IP guide for lawyers: trademark registration at the OEPM, patents, copyright, trade secrets, and enforcement actions.
Intestate Succession in Spain: Complete Guide to Inheritance Without a Will
Complete guide to intestate succession in Spain: order of succession, spouse rights, forced shares, procedures, taxes and legal deadlines.
Lease Agreements Under the LAU: Landlord and Tenant Rights in Spain
Complete guide to lease agreements in Spain under the LAU: duration, rent updates (CPI/IRAV), deposit, clauses, and rights and obligations of the parties.
Legal AI in Mexico: Case Management Under the CFPC and Federal Legislation
Mexico’s procedural system has its own particularities. Learn how legal AI helps lawyers in Mexico manage case files under the CFPC, CNPP, and state legislation.
Marital Property Regimes: Community Property, Separation of Assets, and Liquidation
Complete guide to marital property regimes in Spain: community property, separation of assets, participation, liquidation, debts, and regime changes.
Multi-Currency Mortgages: What They Are, Supreme Court Doctrine, and How to Claim
Guide on multi-currency mortgages: how they work, exchange rate risks, Supreme Court and CJEU doctrine, claim procedures, and nullity for lack of transparency.
Personal Income Tax for Self-Employed Lawyers in Spain: Deductible Expenses and Tax Obligations
Practical guide to personal income tax for self-employed lawyers in Spain: deductible expenses (rent, bar dues, training, vehicle, meals), simplified vs standard direct estimation, quarterly payments, and binding tax rulings.
Plea Agreements in Spanish Criminal Law: Types, Requirements, and Prosecution Deals
Complete guide to plea agreements in Spanish criminal law: full, partial, and rewarded pleas, sentence reductions, procedural timing, gender violence cases, and Supreme Court case law.
Protection Measures in Gender Violence: Types, Duration, and Specialized Courts
Complete guide to protection measures in gender violence cases: urgent protection orders (art. 544 ter LECrim), criminal and civil measures, specialized Violence Courts, duration, and victim resources.
Revolving Credit Cards: How to Annul the Contract and Recover Excessive Interest
Complete guide to revolving credit cards: Supreme Court usury doctrine (STS 4/3/2020), APR thresholds, how to claim contract nullity, and recover excess interest paid.
Shared custody in Spain 2026: how it is decided and what rights each parent has
Everything about shared custody in Spain: Supreme Court criteria, parenting plan, child maintenance, family home and how to apply for it.
Shareholder Agreements: Essential Clauses Every Entrepreneur and Lawyer Must Know
Complete guide to shareholder agreements in Spain: tag-along, drag-along, anti-dilution, pre-emption rights, lock-up, non-compete, distinction from bylaws, and Supreme Court case law.
State Liability in Spain: How to Claim Damages Against the Government (Arts. 32-35 LRJSP)
Complete guide to state liability in Spain: requirements, procedure, 1-year deadline, damage quantification, administrative silence, judicial review, and common cases in healthcare, roads, and urban planning.
Tax Inspection in Spain: Procedure, Deadlines, and Taxpayer Rights (Arts. 141-159 LGT)
Complete guide to tax inspections in Spain: procedure, maximum duration (18/27 months), taxpayer rights, inspection reports (agreement, disagreement), penalties, appeals, and statute of limitations.
Unfair Competition: Types of Acts, Legal Actions, and Damages
Guide on unfair competition in Spain: Law 3/1991 (LCD), acts of confusión, imitation, denigration, legal actions, injunctions, and damage compensation.
Whistleblowing channel Law 2/2023: practical step-by-step implementation guide
Law 2/2023 requires organisations with 50+ workers to have a whistleblowing channel. We analyse the 7 steps to implement it: designate the responsible person, create the policy, choose the technical channel, guarantee confidentiality and protect the whistleblower. Fines up to €1,000,000.
Administrative Litigation: How to Challenge Government Decisions in Spain
Complete guide to administrative litigation in Spain: prerequisites, deadlines, abbreviated and ordinary procedures, injunctions, and standing.
AI Contract Analysis: Review, Redlining, and Risk Clauses
Upload a contract and Lexiel AI identifies abusive clauses, hidden risks, and suggests changes. Automatic redlining with final export.
AI Meeting Recording and Transcription for Lawyers
Record client meetings, auto-transcribe with AI, extract action items, and link everything to the case file. Escribaño AI in Lexiel.
AI Outcome Prediction: Data-Driven Legal Strategy
Analyze your case success probability with AI. Lexiel compares it with case law from its corpus and suggests strategies, with citations checked against the source.
AI Testimony Preparation: Oral Trial Simulator for Lawyers
Prepare your witnesses for the hearing with Lexiel: an exportable preparation guide and a simulator with four modes (judge, opposing counsel, prosecutor, and full rehearsal) that ends with an assessment.
Child Support in Spain: Calculation, Challenge, and Adjustment
Everything about child support in Spain: CGPJ table calculations, challenges, CPI adjustments, and non-compliance penalties (Art. 227 CP).
Civil Appeal: Deadlines, Requirements and Strategy
Complete guide to civil appeals in Spain: deadlines, filing brief, grounds, cassation and procedural strategy under the LEC.
Civil Ordinary Trial: Complete Procedural Guide (Arts. 399-436 LEC)
Complete guide to the Spanish civil ordinary trial: phases, deadlines, claim, answer, preliminary hearing and judgment under the LEC.
Civil Verbal Trial: Step-by-Step Procedure (Arts. 437-447 LEC)
Step-by-step guide to the Spanish civil verbal trial: claim, defence, oral hearing, judgment and differences with the ordinary trial.
Client Portal for Lawyers: Secure Communication and Document Requests
Communicate securely with your clients, request documents, and manage the case file without leaving Lexiel. Say goodbye to insecure email.
Contested vs Mutual Consent Divorce in Spain: Complete Guide 2026
Key differences between contested and mutual consent divorce in Spain: requirements, timelines, costs, and step-by-step filing guide.
Court Costs: How to Calculate, Claim, and Challenge Them
Practical guide to court costs in Spain: loser-pays rule, assessment, challenging excessive costs, costs in different proceedings.
Criminal Complaint vs Private Prosecution: Differences and How to File in Spain
Differences between criminal complaint and private prosecution in Spain: requirements, where to file, limitation periods, and costs.
Custom BOE Alerts: Keep Up with Legislative Changes in Your Area
Set up custom BOE alerts by practice area and keywords. Lexiel reviews BOE publications and alerts you to the ones that match your profile.
Deadlines for Filing Lawsuits in Spain: Complete Guide by Procedure Type
All limitation and expiration periods for filing lawsuits in Spain: civil, labor, criminal, administrative, and family law.
Electronic Invoicing for Lawyers: Step-by-Step VeriFactu 2026 Guide
Everything about VeriFactu for lawyers in 2026: obligations, deadlines, technical requirements, penalties, VAT on legal services.
Employment Payment Claims: How to Claim Unpaid Wages in Spain
Complete guide on employment payment claims in Spain: deadlines, conciliation, lawsuits, and how to recover unpaid wages step by step.
Enforcement of Judicial Titles: How to Collect on a Final Judgment
Practical guide to enforcing final judgments in Spain: enforcement application, seizure, auction, opposition and mortgage foreclosure.
Eviction for Non-Payment: Complete Guide for Landlords and Tenants
Complete guide to eviction for non-payment of rent: claim, enervation, opposition, eviction and rights of landlords and tenants.
GDPR for Law Firms: Obligations and How to Comply in 2026
Complete guide to GDPR obligations for law firms: processing records, DPO, consent, breaches, penalties, and compliance checklist.
How to Automate Legal Brief Drafting with AI in 2026
Legal briefs take up a large share of a lawyer’s time. This is how Lexiel generates the first draft with the procedural structure, the case file data, and citations checked against official sources.
How to Calculate Unfair Dismissal Compensation in Spain (2026)
Step-by-step guide to calculating unfair dismissal compensation in Spain: formula, caps, FOGASA, tax exemptions, and interim wages.
How to Draft a Legal Complaint: Structure, Content, and Common Mistakes
Learn how to draft a legal complaint per Art. 399 LEC: structure, legal grounds, petition, documents, and mistakes to avoid.
How to make a will in Spain 2026: types, requirements and costs
Complete guide to wills in Spain: open, closed and holographic wills, formal requirements, forced heirship, disinheritance and notary costs in 2026.
How to Search for Case Law for Free in Spain: Complete Source Guide
All free case law sources in Spain: CENDOJ, BOE, Constitutional Court, HUDOC, EUR-Lex, with advanced search tips.
Insolvency Proceedings: Guide for Companies in Financial Difficulty in Spain
Guide to insolvency proceedings in Spain: pre-insolvency, phases, effects on contracts and workers, second chance, and key TRLC deadlines.
Legal CRM: How to Manage Clients and Cases in Your Law Firm
Complete guide to legal CRM for law firms: intake pipeline, case management, integrated billing, and advantages over Excel or generic CRMs.
Maintenance Obligations Between Relatives (Arts. 142-153 CC Spain): Amount, Obligors and Extinction
Analysis of maintenance obligations between relatives under art. 142 CC: broad concept, order of obligors, proportionality (need+capacity), provisional maintenance, adult children maintenance and extinction.
Modifying Divorce Measures: When and How to Request Changes
Complete guide to modifying post-divorce measures: Art. 775 LEC requirements, substantial change of circumstances, and step-by-step procedure.
Payment Order Proceedings: How to Claim Debts Step by Step (Art. 812-818 LEC)
Practical guide to payment order proceedings in Spain: requirements, petition, debtor options, conversion to trial and enforcement.
Private Prosecution: How to Exercise Your Rights as a Crime Victim in Spain
Guide to private prosecution in Spain: legal standing, Victim Statute, civil liability from crime, and fast-track trials. Arts. 109-110 LECrim.
Procedure Engine: Automate Your Judicial Briefs with AI
Lexiel’s procedure engine generates complete procedural briefs from your case data. 39 procedure types, CRM data auto-filled, DOCX and PDF export. Here's how it works.
Professional athlete contracts: key aspects of RD 1006/1985 in 2026
The professional athlete employment contract has a special regime since 1985. We analyse its features: máximum duration, termination, release clause and training rights.
Shared Custody in Spain: Requirements, How to Apply, and Case Law
Complete guide to shared custody in Spain: legal requirements, Supreme Court criteria, parenting plans, and key case law.
Substantial Modification of Working Conditions: Employee Rights in Spain
Everything about substantial modification of working conditions (MSCT): what it is, worker options, deadlines, and legal challenges under Art. 41 ET.
Time Tracking and Billing for Lawyers: From Hours to Payment
Track billable time, generate VeriFactu-compliant invoices, manage expenses, and analyze case profitability from Lexiel.
Verifactu for Attorneys: Complete Guide to Royal Decree 1007/2023
The Verifactu Royal Decree requires all practices with invoicing software from 2027 (Royal Decree-law 15/2025). What it means, what you need to do, and how Lexiel prepares your invoicing.
Voice Dictation for Lawyers: AI Transcription in Your Law Firm
Dictate briefs, notes, and emails by voice. Lexiel transcribes with AI on EU servers and links the text to the case file, faster than typing.
AI Procedural Workflows: How to Structure Spanish Civil Procedure Under the LEC
The LEC precisely defines the phases of Spanish civil procedure. Legal AI can guide each stage, from claim to enforcement, with the correct documents at every step.
NIS2 and cybersecurity for law firms: directly obligated or only as suppliers?
Directive NIS2 (EU) 2022/2555 is in force. We analyse whether law firms are directly within scope, the indirect risk as suppliers of essential entities, and the minimum cybersecurity measures every firm must implement.
Contract automation: practical guide for law firms
How to implement contract automation in your firm: smart templates, approval workflows, contract lifecycle management (CLM) and practical use cases for Spanish law.
Criminal Concurrence and Cumulation of Penalties in Spain: Arts. 73-77 CP (2026)
Analysis of real concurrence (art. 73 CP), ideal concurrence (art. 77 CP) and medial concurrence: accumulation and absorption principles, triple limit and Supreme Court case law.
How to Calculate the ROI of Legal AI in Your Firm
An illustrative calculation to estimate the return of legal AI in your firm: the formula, an example with assumed figures, and how to run it with your own hours and rate.
GDPR for law firms: records of processing, DPA and compliance 2025
Law firms handle especially sensitive data. We analyse specific GDPR and LOPDGDD obligations: records of processing, legal bases, DPIA, professional privilege and using AI tools with client data.
Spanish legaltech ecosystem 2026: tool map and trends
Complete overview of the Spanish legaltech ecosystem in 2026: tool categories, key players, investment, adoption trends and how to choose the right tools for your firm.
Legal design: simplifying legal documents without losing rigor
Practical guide to legal design for lawyers: design principles applied to contracts and pleadings, plain language, legal visualization and tools to implement it in your firm.
Lexiel 98.0% on the bar access exam: our own measurement
We put Lexiel through Spain's official bar access exam of July 2026 (152 scorable questions, graded against the Ministry's answer key) and published the raw data. Why specialized legal RAG matters.
Lexiel vs Aranzadi and Wolters Kluwer La Ley: can mid-sized firms replace traditional legal databases?
Aranzadi and Wolters Kluwer La Ley are two large legal databases in Spain. We analyse whether mid-sized firms and solo practitioners can replace them with Lexiel and when to keep them.
AI for Employment Lawyers: EREs, Dismissals, and Claims with Artificial Intelligence
How legal AI specialized in Spanish employment law accelerates ERE preparation, analyzes wrongful dismissals, and strengthens FOGASA claims.
Building Permits and Urban Planning Liability in Spain: TRLSRU and Urban Law (2026)
Guide to building permits in Spain: major vs. minor works, prior notification, responsible declaration, urban planning infringements, legal reinstatement and criminal liability (arts. 319-320 CP).
The future of law with AI: what changes, what stays and how to adapt
Real analysis of AI impact on the legal profession: automatable tasks, irreplaceable skills, new roles and adaptation strategies for lawyers.
Lexiel vs vLex: legal database vs generative AI, when to choose each (2025)
vLex is a large legal database (over one billion documents from more than 100 countries, according to its website, checked on 11 November 2026). Lexiel is a generative AI with verified corpus and integrated practice management (from €52, excl. VAT). We compare which tool suits which firm best.
How to Search Supreme Court Case Law with Semantic AI
Keyword search in CENDOJ requires hitting the exact terms. Semantic AI search finds judgments by concept, even when you don’t know the words the court used.
Right of Pre-emption and Redemption in Spain: Legal, Conventional and Co-owner (Arts. 1521-1544 CC)
Analysis of legal pre-emption (neighbours, co-owners, tenants), conventional redemption, exercise deadlines, right of first refusal and consequences of failure to notify sale.
How Legal AI is Transforming Law Firms in Spain
Discover how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing legal practice in Spain, from document analysis to case law research.
How to calculate the contributory retirement pensión 2026, Step-by-step guide
Complete guide to calculating the contributory retirement pensión in Spain in 2026: regulatory base, percentage, access age, contribution gaps and online simulator.
Lexiel vs ChatGPT for lawyers: key differences for Spanish law (2025)
ChatGPT is general-purpose. Lexiel is an AI specialized in Spanish law. What we measured, how to check citations, client data (GDPR) and integrated firm management.
Usurious Loans and Unfair Terms in Spain: Azcárate Law, APR and Nullity Action (2026)
Analysis of usurious loans in Spain: 1908 Usury Law (Azcárate), Supreme Court doctrine on APR comparison (STS 149/2020), revolving credit, unfair terms and nullity action.
AI in Criminal Defense: Evidence Analysis and Oral Trial Preparation
How criminal defense lawyers use AI to analyze police reports, prepare interrogatories, and anticipate prosecution strategy.
ERTE 2026: complete guide for companies and workers, requirements, benefits and procedures
Everything about ERTE in 2026: types (ETOP and force majeure), approval procedure, unemployment benefit during ERTE, contributions, penalties and alternatives to collective redundancy.
The future of lawyer work with generative AI: changes, opportunities and how to prepare
Generative AI does not eliminate lawyers but radically transforms their work. What is automated (research, document review, standard drafting), what cannot be automated (strategic judgement, trust relationships) and how to prepare your firm.
Slander and Defamation (Arts. 205-216 Spanish Penal Code): Elements, Truth Defence and Legal Action
Analysis of criminal slander (art. 205 CP) and defamation (art. 208 CP): differences, truth defence, social media defamation, private criminal action, conciliation and civil compatibility.
GDPR and AI: A Practical Guide for Lawyers Using Artificial Intelligence Tools
Everything you need to know about GDPR compliance when using AI tools in your law firm.
LegalTech in Spain 2025: tools, trends and the future of the digital law firm
The Spanish LegalTech market is growing, driven by generative AI and digitalisation. We analyse the most adopted tools (generative AI, document automation, legal analytics) and how they are transforming law firm practice.
Floor clause: how to claim it back in 2026, legal step-by-step guide
Updated guide to claiming floor clauses back in 2026: CJEU ruling of 21 December 2016, full retroactivity, out-of-court vs. judicial route, limitation period and Supreme Court case law.
Recognition and Enforcement of Foreign Judgments in Spain (Exequatur): 2026 Guide
Complete guide to recognition and enforcement of foreign judgments in Spain: Law 29/2015, procedure before first instance courts, requirements, grounds for refusal and EU regime (Brussels I bis).
AI Contract Analysis: Detecting Abusive Clauses and Risks
Manual contract review takes a lot of time. AI can flag abusive clauses, risks, and negotiation points, with references to the Civil Code and special legislation, for the lawyer to review.
Compliance Officer: functions, responsibilities and legal framework in Spain
The Chief Compliance Officer has become a key figure after Law 2/2023 and the AI Act. We analyse their functions, criminal liability, whistleblowing channel duties and best practices per COSO and UNE 19601.
Wills in Spain: Types, Requirements and Execution (Notarial vs. Holographic)
Complete guide to wills in Spain: open notarial will (art. 694 CC), holographic will (arts. 688-693 CC), sealed will, forced heirs and testamentary capacity.
Becoming a lawyer in Spain 2025: bar exam, MAAP master’s and new EGAE 2021
To practice law in Spain you need the Legal Practice Master’s (MAAP) and to pass the Ministry of Justice bar exam. We analyse the new EGAE 2021, exam content, pass rates and how to prepare with Lexiel.
Disinheritance in Spain 2026: legal grounds, effects and how to do it correctly
Complete legal guide to disinheritance in Spain: statutory grounds in the Civil Code, effects on the forced share, unjust disinheritance and its challenge, and how to draft the will.
2026 Comparison: Leading AI Tools for Lawyers
We review legal AI tools on the market (Harvey, CoCounsel, Prudencia.ai, Vincent AI, and Lexiel) and what to check in each one before subscribing.
AI and legal regulation in Spain: what lawyers need to know about the AI Act (EU) 2024/1689
Regulation (EU) 2024/1689 (AI Act) is in force. We analyse which AI systems are high-risk for law firms, operator obligations, the Spanish AESIA authority and generative AI implications for legal practice.
Compensatory Pensión in Divorce (Art. 97 CC): Amount, Duration and Termination in Spain (2026)
Complete guide to compensatory pensión under art. 97 CC: economic imbalance, quantification factors, temporary vs. indefinite pensión, extinction by remarriage/cohabitation and Supreme Court case law.
Urban leasing LAU: 2024 Supreme Court rulings on extensions, rent and eviction
2024 Supreme Court (Civil Chamber) key LAU rulings: non-retroactivity of the Housing Act for pre-2023 contracts (STS 234/2024), 3% rent cap (STS 456/2024), eviction enervation (STS 567/2024) and own-use recovery (STS 678/2024).
Adverse Possession in Spain: Acquisitive Prescription of Real Property (Arts. 1957-1960 CC)
Analysis of ordinary and extraordinary adverse possession of real property in Spain: time limits (10 or 30 years), good faith and just title, possession as owner, land registry effects and declaratory procedure.
Legal aid in Spain: how it works, lawyer remuneration and practitioner rights 2025
Legal aid in Spain guarantees the right to a defence under Art. 24 CE. We analyse eligibility, lawyer remuneration modules, the difference between detained person assistance and full defence, and unpaid fee claims.
Procedural Deadlines: How AI Prevents Fatal Errors in Law Firms
A missed deadline can mean action expiry, procedural preclusion, or even a professional liability claim. This is how Lexiel calculates procedural deadlines and alerts you before they expire.
Self-employed vs. employee: when each is best, tax and labour analysis 2026
Complete comparison between self-employment and salaried work in Spain 2026: self-employed quota, income tax, social contributions, social protection, tax risks and Labour Inspectorate criteria.
Constitutional Court and fundamental rights in criminal proceedings 2024: privacy, home and fair trial
2024 Constitutional Court rulings on the tension between criminal investigation and fundamental rights: Art. 18 CE (privacy, home, communications secrecy) and Art. 24 CE (effective judicial protection). STC 14/2024, STC 89/2024 and STC 201/2023.
ChatGPT for Lawyers: Why It’s Not Enough (And What to Use Instead)
ChatGPT is a powerful tool, but for legal work it has critical limitations: hallucinations, lack of access to current case law, and no specialization in Spanish law.
Franchise Contract in Spain: Elements, Obligations and Dispute Resolution (2026)
Analysis of franchise contracts in Spain: RD 201/2010, pre-contractual disclosure (20 days), obligations of franchisor and franchisee, exclusive territory, termination and common disputes.
Lawyer liability in Spain: legal malpractice, limitation periods and 2024 case law
Lawyers can incur contractual and tortious liability for professional negligence. We analyse damage, causation, fault, loss of procedural chance and STS 237/2024.
Economic dismissal: 2024 Supreme Court doctrine on Art. 52.c ET and ERTEs
2024 Supreme Court (Social Chamber) doctrine on economic dismissal under Art. 52.c ET: negative economic situation, three consecutive quarters (STS 567/2024), ERTE interaction and employment commitment (STS 789/2024).
Workplace Accident vs. Occupational Disease in Spain: Legal Differences and Benefits (2026)
Analysis of workplace accident (art. 156 LGSS) vs. occupational disease (art. 157 LGSS) in Spain: definition, classification, economic benefits, surcharge on benefits and employer liability.
Attorney-client privilege in Spain: legal basis, limits and exceptions
Attorney-client privilege in Spain is both a right and a duty recognised in Art. 24 CE, the CGAE Deontological Code and Law 34/2006. We analyse its limits: money laundering, duty to report and protection against office searches.
AI in Family Law: Divorces, Custody, and Alimony with Technology
Family law combines high emotional stakes with technical complexity. AI helps prepare separation agreements, analyze custody proposals, and argue child support claims.
Key legislative reforms in Spain (2024-2025): what changed and what is coming
An analysis of the most significant legal reforms of 2024 and those expected for 2025: Penal Code (LO 4/2023), Law on the Efficiency of the Public Justice Service, LECRIM reform and pending European packages for transposition.
Mediation and Arbitration in Spain: ADR as Alternative to Court Proceedings (2026)
Practical guide to alternative dispute resolution in Spain: mediation (Ley 5/2012), arbitration (Ley 60/2003), arbitration clauses, enforcement of awards and key differences from court proceedings.
Intestate Succession in Spain: Notarial and Judicial Declaration of Heirs (2026)
Complete guide to declaring heirs when there is no will in Spain: notarial procedure (Ley 15/2015), intestate succession order under CC, timelines, documents and key distinctions.
Matrimonial Property Regimes in Spain: Community vs. Separation (Arts. 1315-1444 CC)
Analysis of community property (arts. 1344-1410 CC) and separation of property (arts. 1435-1444 CC) in Spain: private vs. community assets, liquidation, debts and Catalan regime vs. common law.
Tort Liability in Spain (Art. 1902 CC): Negligence, Causation and Damage
Analysis of Spanish tort liability: art. 1902 CC, negligence, causation (adequate causation theory), compensable damages, and special liability regimes (road accidents, defective products, hunting).
Criminal Fraud (Art. 248 Spanish Penal Code): Elements, Aggravated Forms and Case Law
Analysis of criminal fraud under art. 248 Spanish Penal Code: sufficient deception, disposition act, patrimonial damage. Aggravated forms (art. 250 CP), procedural fraud and Supreme Court case law.
Director Liability in Spanish Companies: Arts. 236-241 LSC
Complete guide to director civil liability in Spanish companies: social action (art. 238 LSC), individual action (art. 241 LSC), business judgment rule and Supreme Court case law.
