If you know a lawyer has been struck off (disbarred, suspended, or otherwise prohibited from practicing) and your ex is continuing to take advice from them, this is a serious concern for your legal, financial, and personal safety. Here’s what you should know and do: 1. Understand the Risk Legal advice is invalid: A struck-off lawyer has no authority to practice… Read More Disbarred
You absolutely should inform your lawyer, the judge (via your lawyer), and your psychologist if you believe the family lawyers on your ex’s side have been manipulating matters. This isn’t about accusation; it’s about protective disclosure and record‑keeping. Here’s how and why to do it safely and effectively. Why Disclosure Is Important (and Protective) 1. To Your Lawyer Your… Read More Why Disclosure Is Important (and Protective)
Allanamiento de morada (Trespass / Violation of the Home) 1. What Article 202 protects Article 202 protects the home (dwelling) as a fundamental legal interest, directly linked to Article 18.2 of the Spanish Constitution, which guarantees the inviolability of the home. Under Spanish law, a home (“morada”) is any place where a person lives privately, whether: Owned or rented Permanent or temporary A house,… Read More Article 202 Spanish Criminal Code
Protective measures are temporary legal actions designed to ensure the safety of victims and their children while legal proceedings, including divorce or criminal cases, are ongoing. These are often granted by the Juzgado de Violencia sobre la Mujer (Domestic Violence Court). 1. Types of Protective Measures a) Restraining Orders (Orden de Protección) Prohibits the abuser from contacting or approaching the victim.… Read More Protective Measures (Medidas Cautelares) in Spain
A step-by-step guide to help you understand what to expect, what documents to prepare, and what protective measures are available. Step 1: Seek Safety & Legal Support Contact emergency services if you are at immediate risk. Consult a lawyer experienced in domestic violence cases. Reach out to support organizations for emotional and practical guidance. Key Tip: Keep your phone… Read More Survivor Roadmap: Divorce Through the Domestic Violence Court (Spain)
MASTER LIST 1. Financial Documents Bank statements showing daughter’s address. Bank statements showing sister’s address. Evidence of bank account changes, transfers, or unusual activity. Tax returns. Pension statements. Documentation of debts left unpaid and passed on to you. Any financial correspondence sent to incorrect or manipulated addresses. 2. Medical & Health Documentation Hospital report showing no cancer (contradicting claims). Doctors’ reports (UK,… Read More My Day In Court
In Spain, your home is inviolable.This is not just a phrase — it is a constitutional right and one of the strongest protections you have as a survivor of domestic violence. 🏠 YOUR HOME = YOUR SAFE SPACE.No one — absolutely no one — can enter without your permission.Not an ex-partner.Not a spouse you’re separated from.Not someone who “used… Read More Your home is inviolable
A demanda de divorcio is a written petition filed with the Family Court (Juzgado de Familia) by one or both spouses, asking a judge to legally dissolve the marriage and decide on related matters such as property division, custody, and financial support. 🧾 Two Main Types of Divorce in Spain Both parties agree to end the marriage and sign a convenio… Read More ⚖️ What Is a Divorce Lawsuit in Spain (“Demanda de Divorcio”)?
What you’re describing sounds like a threat or coercion, and the legality is very specific. Let’s break it down carefully. If you own the house jointly (as “joint tenants” or “tenants in common”), one party cannot unilaterally take the house or threaten to withhold your share without following legal processes (e.g., court orders or a formal sale). Threatening… Read More Coercion, threats, or intimidation in civil or criminal law.
Spain has some of the strongest legal frameworks in Europe for protecting women from violence, abuse, and discrimination. This includes domestic violence, sexual harassment, and gender-based discrimination. Key Legal Protections Often called the “Violence Against Women Law.” Restraining orders (alejamiento) Emergency protection measures Specialized courts for gender violence Support services (shelters, legal and psychological assistance) Includes criminal penalties… Read More Protection of Women in Spain
