English-Speaking Spanish Lawyer for International Clients
Property, Immigration and International Family Law in Bilbao and Northern Spain.
How I Can Help You
Three areas of practice where international clients most often need a Spanish lawyer who speaks their language and understands their legal background.
Property Purchases for Foreigners
Buying a home or investment property in Northern Spain? I handle the full legal process for foreign buyers — title checks, contracts, deposits, and completion at the notary.
Immigration and Visas
Residence permits, non-lucrative and digital nomad visas, family residence and Spanish citizenship. I assist clients across Spain and internationally — not only in the Basque Country.
International Family Law
Cross-border divorces, custody, and family matters involving Spanish law and another jurisdiction. Clear advice when two legal systems meet.
Meet Eoin McGirr
I am a Spanish abogado and former English barrister. You deal with me directly, from the first conversation to the end of your matter, in English or Spanish.
More about meWhat clients say
“Eoin's friendly, enthusiastic and steady, professional approach helped our Spanish property purchase go so smoothly. We are so grateful to him for his commitment to us from the first zoom call to meeting him here in Spain to get our keys. He is a great communicator and so knowledgeable of all the intricacies of buying an older property in rural Spain.”
Sheila O.
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“I couldn't have bought my house in Spain without Eoin's help! From day one, he was extremely helpful, answered all my questions and put my concerns at ease. Eoin opened my Spanish bank account, obtained my NIE, switched utilities into my name, registered me for property tax, handled all communication with the seller, and handled everything on completion day.”
Paul B.
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“Eoin is a very caring human being first who happens to be a great lawyer as well. He has been instrumental in helping us obtain our visas, purchase of properties, and all kinds of legal matters.”
Winston T.
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Who I Help
International Clients in Spain
Foreign individuals, investors, and families buying property, relocating, or dealing with family matters under Spanish law. You get clear advice in English from a lawyer who understands both common law and civil law.
Local Clients with Global Ties
Spanish clients with legal matters involving the UK, Ireland, the US, or other common law jurisdictions.
Where I Work
My practice is based in Bilbao and covers Northern Spain — the Basque Country, Cantabria, Burgos, and Navarra. Immigration and visa work I can also handle for clients elsewhere in Spain and internationally.
Why clients work with me
Two Legal Systems, One Lawyer
Qualified in both common law and Spanish civil law, so cross-border matters are handled without the usual gaps in understanding.
A Trusted Local Network
Working directly with notaries, gestores, asesores, and financial experts across Northern Spain to move your matter forward.
Direct Access to Your Lawyer
You speak with me, not a case manager. Senior counsel handles every critical step of your case personally.
English and Spanish
Fluent in both languages, so nothing is lost in translation — in meetings, contracts, or court.
How I work with you
A straightforward process, from first conversation to resolved matter — with clear communication at every stage.
Initial Consultation
I talk through your situation, your goals, and the legal specifics of your case — in English, with no jargon.
Clear Legal Strategy
I set out your options in plain terms, with the steps, timescales, and costs so you can decide with confidence.
Handled to Completion
I carry the work through to resolution — dealing with notaries, authorities, and counterparts — and keep you informed throughout.
Ready to discuss your legal matter?
Whether you are buying a property, applying for a visa, or dealing with a cross-border family matter, get in touch for clear, direct advice in English.
Bilbao and Castro Urdiales
+34 652 754 260