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Build & Grow Your Business in Spain with Confidence
Gonzalez Sanchez & Partners provides comprehensive legal support tailored for success. From incorporation to day-to-day operations, we guide companies through every legal, tax and accounting requirements — ensuring compliance, protecting your interests, and helping you focus on growth.
We partner with entrepreneurs, developers, and investors at every stage — from setup to scale.
Growing your Business
We offer more than legal advice — we provide ongoing, strategic support that helps existing businesses in Spain thrive. Our corporate law team ensures your company stays compliant with Spanish regulations while protecting your interests at every turn. With our deep local knowledge in Marbella, Sotogrande, and Mallorca, and fluency in multiple languages, we make Spanish corporate law clear, practical, and aligned with your business goals.
Incorporating your Business
Our Corporate Law Services
Company Formation & Incorporation
Full setup of Spanish companies (SL, SA, branch, subsidiary)
Drafting of bylaws, shareholder agreements, and partnership structures
Registration with mercantile registries and tax authorities
Tax Structuring & Compliance
Corporate tax planning for local & international entities
Advice on VAT, double taxation treaties, and non-resident company issues
Employment Law Advisory
Drafting of employee & executive contracts
Ensuring compliance with Spanish labor law and regulations
Guidance on redundancies, workplace policies, and local standards
Contract Law & Commercial Agreements
Drafting and negotiation of commercial contracts, NDAs, supplier and service agreements
Review and risk assessment of existing contracts
Regulatory Compliance & Ongoing Legal Support
Ongoing legal partnership packages tailored to your company’s needs
Advice on Spanish and EU compliance, data protection (GDPR), and commercial regulations
Why Choose Gonzalez Sanchez & Partners
Understanding Spanish Business Structures
Sole Proprietorship (Empresario Individual):
This structure suits individuals looking to maintain full control over their business with minimal bureaucratic hurdles. It’s ideal for small-scale operations but consider the unlimited personal liability, meaning your personal assets could be at risk if the business faces financial difficulties.
Limited Liability Company (Sociedad Limitada – SL):
Preferred by many for its balance of flexibility and security, the SL protects your personal assets by limiting liability to the amount invested in the business. It’s suitable for a wide range of business activities, offering a structured yet adaptable framework for growth.
Public Limited Company (Sociedad Anónima – SA):
If you’re aiming for a larger scale operation or considering going public in the future, an SA might be the right choice. This entity allows for share trading and offers substantial capital-raising potential, albeit with more stringent regulatory and reporting requirements.
Partnership (Sociedad Civil):
For those who prefer collaboration, a partnership allows shared responsibility and profits according to a mutually agreed-upon contract. It’s a flexible way to pool resources and expertise, though it’s essential to have a clear agreement in place to outline each partner’s role and liabilities.
Self-Employed (Autónomo):
For freelancers and consultants, becoming an Autónomo is a straightforward way to start your business activities in Spain. This option offers simplicity but requires careful consideration of personal liability and tax obligations.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I set up a company in Marbella or Mallorca as a foreign investor?
We guide you through choosing the right structure (SL, SA, etc.), registering with authorities, drafting bylaws, and ensuring compliance with Spanish regulations.
What is the difference between an SL and SA company in Spain?
A SL (Sociedad Limitada) is typically used for small to medium enterprises and has flexible management. A SA (Sociedad Anónima) suits larger companies or those planning to raise capital publicly.
Can we help draft contracts compliant with Spanish law?
Yes — we draft and review contracts in English, German or Spanish, ensuring alignment with Spanish legal requirements and protecting your business.
Do I need a registered office to incorporate in Spain?
Yes. Spanish law requires a registered office for all companies.
What is included in your ongoing legal partnership for companies?
Custom support for contract reviews, compliance checks, regulatory filings, and employment law guidance — all tailored to your needs.
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MARBELLA
Ricardo Soriano Avenue, 29, Building
Azahara Offices, 5th Floor, 29601, Marbella, Málaga
Tel: +34 952 901 622
Fax: +34 952 900 275
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SOTOGRANDE
Sotogrande Port, Plaza del
Agua, E-1-1, Portal 1, 11310 Sotogrande,
Cádiz
Tel: +34 956 790 013
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PALMA DE MALLORCA
Carrer dels Apuntadors, 4
Centre, 07012 Palma,
Illes Balears