Category: International divorce

How to protect an asset structure before starting an international divorce

Protecting your assets doesn't mean hiding property, emptying companies, or moving assets hastily. It means identifying in a timely manner which country has jurisdiction over the divorce, which law applies to the marriage and the marital property regime,

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Residences, nationalities and assets: keys to determining jurisdiction in an international divorce

What truly determines jurisdiction in an international divorce? In an international divorce, the key question isn't just where to file the petition. The decisive question is which country has jurisdiction over the proceedings and what jurisdiction it may have.

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International divorce: how to choose the competent country and why this decision affects everything.

If you're looking for international divorce lawyers in Spain, there's one question you must resolve before almost any other: which country should handle your case. It's not a technical detail. Nor is it a simple procedural step. And even less so,

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Where can I file for an international divorce involving significant assets? Considering residences, nationalities, and property rights to choose the right jurisdiction.

In an international divorce involving high-net-worth individuals, the question is not who is right, but which country has jurisdiction over the case and to what extent. This choice affects timelines, costs, asset exposure, child support arrangements, and alimony.

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Hands with a wedding ring and another ring on the table, a symbol of separation in an international divorce.

Why acting late in an international divorce can cost millions

Why acting late in an international divorce can cost millions. In a high-net-worth international divorce, being late can cause you to lose the right country to divorce in, assume a less favorable law, or have to litigate in parallel.

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International divorce by mutual consent; how to arrange it without litigation in several countries

When a couple has different nationalities, lives in different countries, or owns assets in multiple jurisdictions, divorce ceases to be a local matter. The most common concern is understandable: “Can we get a divorce by mutual agreement?”

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Which country has jurisdiction over your international divorce?

In a high-net-worth international divorce, the first mistake is usually not "bad negotiation." It is often earlier and more structural: initiating proceedings in the wrong court or allowing the other party to...

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Cryptocurrencies and wallets in divorces in Spain: how they are identified, valued, and distributed

Cryptocurrencies and wallets in divorces in Spain: how they are identified, valued, and divided. Cryptocurrencies are now part of the assets of many families. When a divorce occurs, two key questions arise: are they marital or separate property?

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International adoption and divorce in Spain: What happens with custody?

Divorce always raises questions when there are minor children involved. The uncertainty can be even greater if the child is adopted internationally, as many parents wonder if the law makes any distinctions between children adopted internationally and those adopted through marriage.

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What to do if your spouse is abroad: divorce and community property in Spain

Divorce with a spouse living abroad is possible in Spain, although it presents additional challenges. If you reside in Spain and your partner lives outside the country, you can initiate divorce proceedings in Spanish courts.

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