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Alonso Sala
CRIMINAL LAWYERS

Criminal Lawyers Marbella: Specialist Criminal Defense in the Costa del Sol

Marbella is the epicenter of luxury and international investment, but also a focus of complex investigations for economic crimes and organized crime. We offer technical and discreet "High-Stakes Defense" for residents, investors, and high-profile visitors.

Money Laundering and Real Estate Crimes

We defend investors, developers, and real estate agencies before the Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office and UDEF:

  • Money Laundering Investigations: Technical defense to prove the lawful origin of funds in real estate investments, unblocking bank accounts and avoiding asset forfeiture.
  • Real Estate Fraud: Defense against accusations of double selling, concealment of charges, or fraud in luxury developments.

Organized Crime and Extraditions

Given the presence of international groups, we intervene in highly complex proceedings:

  • International Arrest Warrants (EAW): Specialized defense against extradition requests, fighting to avoid surrender and ensure the client is tried in Spain.
  • International Criminal Law: Bilingual legal assistance (Spanish and English) to foreign citizens detained for drug trafficking or membership in a criminal organization. For other languages we work with court-appointed official interpreters in accordance with the Spanish Criminal Procedure Code (LECrim).

Frequently Asked Questions

Which offences do you defend in Marbella?
The Marbella caseload revolves around property-related money laundering, real estate fraud against foreign investors, extradition and European arrest warrants, and organised drug trafficking on the Costa del Sol.
Do you have a practice in Marbella?
No. The firm has its single base at Calle Velázquez 27 in Madrid and keeps no branch on the Costa del Sol. Counsel travels to the Marbella judicial district for each step and the first consultation is by appointment, including by video call.
Which courts are involved in a Marbella case?
Marbella has its own judicial district (no. 9 of Málaga), with first instance and investigating courts. Trial falls to the criminal courts of Málaga and the Provincial Court of Málaga, and to the National Court where the investigation is of national scope.
Do you assist foreign investors in English?
Yes. The defence can be conducted in English, which is routine in Marbella both in property fraud proceedings and in international arrest matters.

Criminal defence based in Madrid with national coverage.

If your proceeding is being heard in another judicial district, we assess travel from Madrid or coordination with a collaborating lawyer at the venue.