International law
International Family Law: Legal Protection Across Borders
In an increasingly global world, family relationships know no boundaries. At Carmen Varela, Abogados de Familia, we have extensive specialization in international family law, allowing us to advise on complex cases involving mixed marriages, international relocations, disputes between countries, and conflicts over jurisdiction.
We offer our clients strategic and personalized advice, relying on prestigious international legal networks to guarantee the most effective defense in each case. Our goal is to ensure the application of the most favorable legislation to protect your interests and those of your family, both inside and outside Spain.
We also prepare legal opinions on applicable law, both for lawyers who must apply Catalan legislation outside of Catalonia and for proceedings abroad where the interpretation of Spanish law is required.
Our approach: international strategy and coordinated defense
At Carmen Varela, Abogados de Familia, we approach each international law case with a comprehensive, rigorous, and personalized approach. We understand that family disputes with an international dimension require in-depth knowledge of the legal systems involved and a clear strategy to avoid delays, conflicting decisions, or lack of legal protection.
Therefore, we analyze each situation taking into account the applicable laws, the jurisdiction of the courts, and personal and family circumstances. We collaborate with lawyers and legal networks from other countries to offer you a coordinated and effective defense tailored to the legal framework that best suits you.
Our approach is based on three pillars: conflict prevention, rapid legal response, and comprehensive protection of family rights, whether it involves international child custody, relocations, recognition of foreign judgments, or disputes between jurisdictions.
The path we walk together:
We can help you
Don’t hesitate to contact us. We’ll study your case and find the best way to address it.
What will we deal with?
International divorces and separations
We provide legal advice on cases involving spouses of different nationalities or residents of different countries, choosing the most favorable jurisdiction.
International custody and transfer of children and adolescents
We intervene in cases of relocations, unauthorized transfers, and international abductions of children and adolescents, always prioritizing the best interests of the child.
Jurisdiction conflicts
We defend your interests in disputes over which court is competent to resolve the conflict, applying European and international regulations.
Application of foreign or Spanish legislation
We determine which law should apply to each case and advise you on its practical and legal implications.
Recognition and enforcement of foreign judgments
We manage the recognition in Spain of judgments issued abroad and vice versa.
Preparation of legal opinions
We draft reports on Catalan or Spanish law for proceedings before international courts or in other autonomous communities.
Why choose us?
Specialists in international family law
We have a solid track record in cases involving mixed marriages, international child custody, child and adolescent transfers, and interjurisdictional disputes.
Strategic and global vision
We design legal strategies that consider not only the legal aspects but also the personal, cultural, and practical aspects of each international case.
Collaboration with international legal networks
We work with a network of lawyers specializing in other countries, allowing us to act quickly, coordinately, and effectively in cross-border proceedings.
Mastery of comparative legislation
We analyze the applicable regulations (national, regional, European, or international) to choose the one that best suits you and your family.
Recognized legal opinions
We prepare high-quality legal reports on Catalan or Spanish law for proceedings outside Catalonia or before foreign courts.
Commitment to your peace of mind, wherever you are
We support you with closeness, professionalism, and clarity throughout the entire process, ensuring that your rights and those of your children are protected anywhere in the world.
