Summoned, sued or facing a deadline in Spain? Talk to an English-speaking lawyer today.
Criminal defence and family lawyer for English-speaking residents and property owners in Sitges, Vilanova i la Geltrú, Sant Pere de Ribes and Cubelles. Same-day reply, fixed written quote within 24 hours, appointments locally or by video call.
- Same-day reply, in English
- Fixed written quote within 24 hours
- Flat fee for minor offences and uncontested divorces
- Five years working in Switzerland: we know how to explain Spanish law
You have received a court summons: what to do today
If you have received a summons (citación) from the courts in Vilanova i la Geltrú or from a Mossos d’Esquadra police station, the first step is to understand exactly what you are accused of and the date you must appear. Send us a photo of the document on WhatsApp: we will explain in English what to expect and what needs to happen today.
- Check the date, time and court.The summons says whether it is a minor-offence trial (juicio por delito leve), a fast-track trial (juicio rápido) or a statement as a suspect (investigado). Each has different rules and deadlines.
- Do not contact the other party or post anything.A message or a comment on social media can be used against you. Keep your evidence: messages, photos, medical reports, witnesses.
- Call us today.We read the summons and explain, without legal jargon, what can happen and the best strategy: defence, settlement, negotiated plea (conformidad) or pressing charges.
- Prepare the hearing with us.If it is in a few days, we prepare your statement, witnesses and documents, and we go with you to the court in Vilanova i la Geltrú, with the court interpreter if needed.
A summons, a lawsuit or a deadline running?
Call now or message us on WhatsApp. Same-day reply and a fixed written quote within 24 hours.
Urgent services for Sitges, Vilanova and the Garraf
Minor offence and immediate trial
Minor assault, threats, petty theft, criminal damage. Summons at very short notice. Defence and private prosecution, flat fee.
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Drink-driving, assault, domestic violence, arrests and police custody. Plea or defence: we explain before you decide.
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A civil claim (demanda) sets a deadline in working days from notification. We start the same day.
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Settlement agreement, parenting plan and divorce before a notary when there are no minor children. Flat fee.
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Our full page for international residents and owners: criminal, family, property purchases, inheritance.
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Fixed written quote before we start. No surprises.
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Why Advocat Garraf
- Same-day replyUrgent matters cannot wait. Call or WhatsApp during office hours and we get back to you the same day, in English.
- Criminal and family lawEsteban Cañaz Varela is a criminal defence and family lawyer, trained at the public prosecutor’s office (Fiscalía), a qualified mediator with a postgraduate degree in commercial law.
- Five years in SwitzerlandWe are used to explaining the Spanish system to people from abroad, in English, French, Spanish and Catalan.
- Written quoteYou know the cost before we start. Flat fee for minor offences and uncontested divorces.
Where we work
Advocat Garraf is the brand of the law firm Cañaz Advocats for clients in the Garraf area. Our office is in Vilafranca del Penedès; we see clients from Sitges, Vilanova i la Geltrú, Sant Pere de Ribes and Cubelles by appointment and by video call. The competent courts are those of Vilanova i la Geltrú.
- Sitges
- Vilanova i la Geltrú
- Sant Pere de Ribes
- Cubelles
- Canyelles and Olivella
- Vilafranca del Penedès
A summons, a lawsuit or a deadline running?
Call now or message us on WhatsApp. Same-day reply and a fixed written quote within 24 hours.
Frequently asked questions
Do you have an office in Sitges?
No. The office is in Vilafranca del Penedès, around thirty minutes away. We meet clients in Sitges and Vilanova by appointment and work a lot by video call, which is usually the fastest option in an emergency.
Do you really speak English?
Yes. Esteban Cañaz Varela worked for five years in Switzerland and deals with clients directly in English, without an interpreter. Meetings, emails and explanations are in English.
I am abroad and have just received a summons in Spain. What should I do?
Send us the summons. Depending on the procedure we can request a postponement, organise your appearance or, in some civil cases, represent you under a power of attorney. We tell you once we have read the document.
How much does it cost?
We do not publish prices because every case is different, but you receive a fixed written quote within 24 hours. For minor offences and uncontested divorces we offer a flat fee: ask for it without obligation.
Can a court-appointed lawyer defend me in English?
There is no guarantee. You are entitled to an interpreter in court, not to a lawyer who speaks your language. If you want to understand every step, an English-speaking lawyer makes the difference.
Tell us about your case
Fill in the form and we call you back within 2 hours during office hours. If it is urgent, call 618 799 647 directly or message us on WhatsApp.