With the successful entry into force of the European Arrest Warrant, investigative and law enforcement measures within the EU will be significantly simplified and accelerated. In this way, Spanish prosecutors can, for example, execute German search warrants in Spain.

However, as soon as a preliminary investigation crosses national borders, a successful defence requires not only a sound knowledge of Spanish law, but also a compelling understanding of international and European law mechanisms.

Our law firm is the perfect contact for such matters, where our experience in international investigation and criminal proceedings particularly distinguishes us. Ms María Barbancho is one of the few selected lawyers in Spain trained by the EU Justice Programme in Bulgaria (July 2022). In addition, she teaches at the Posgrado de Derecho Europeo at the Barcelona Bar Association.

Since the entry into force of the European Public Prosecutor’s Office, we have comprehensively advised and represented clients in international mutual legal assistance requests or in European investigation proceedings throughout Spain. Our networking with criminal defence lawyers abroad additionally enables us to develop an effective and quick strategy for your case.