De Facto Agency

Challenge:

The client needed to ensure that the property was free of legal risks before proceeding with the purchase, including hidden debts, zoning restrictions, and ownership disputes.

Solution:

Our legal team provided comprehensive due diligence services, including:

• Verifying the legal ownership and title history
• Checking for outstanding mortgages, liens, or encumbrances
• Reviewing urban planning status, building permits, and compliance with local zoning laws
• Analyzing the seller's legal standing and any pending litigation
• Preparing a legal report with clear risk assessment and go/no-go recommendation

Outcome:

The client avoided a property that initially appeared ideal but was under legal dispute over building irregularities. Our team helped the client identify and purchase a fully compliant property, ensuring a safe investment with no hidden liabilities.

Challenge:

The client sought to purchase a property in Javea, Costa Blanca using cryptocurrency, but faced such challenges as regulatory uncertainties, resistance from traditional real estate intermediaries, difficulties with finding a crypto friendly public notary and a reliable legal team.

Solution:

Our business law team provided end-to-end legal support, including initial consultation on the entire procedure, ensuring full AML (Anti-Money Laundering) compliance and documentation transparency, coordinating with notaries, tax advisors, and a crypto-friendly escrow provider.

Outcome:

The transaction was successfully completed within 60 days, and the client obtained full legal ownership.

Challenge:

The client faced a legal dispute with a business partner in Kazakhstan, who claimed breach of contract due to delayed delivery of goods produced in Spain. The delay stemmed from ambiguous terms in the sales agreement, particularly around lead times and production responsibilities. The Kazakh company threatened legal action and demanded compensation.

Solution:

Our international legal team:

• Conducted a detailed analysis of the multi-jurisdictional contract and identified key ambiguities regarding delivery obligations
• Engaged both parties in structured negotiations to clarify terms and responsibilities under applicable international commercial law (including INCOTERMS)
• Drafted a revised agreement that clearly outlined production timelines and delivery expectations for future transactions
• Successfully avoided litigation by securing a mutual settlement that preserved the business relationship

Outcome:

The dispute was resolved amicably without going to court. The client avoided reputational damage and financial loss, and the revised contractual framework is now used across all their international operations to prevent similar issues in the future.

Challenge:

The startup was planning to establish operations across borders and needed strategic legal guidance on:

• Choosing the most suitable jurisdiction for headquarters (Sweden vs. Spain)
• Ensuring regulatory compliance in both countries
• Drafting strong shareholder agreements to protect founders and investors
• Securing intellectual property through trademark and patent registrations

Solution:

Our team of international business lawyers delivered a full-spectrum legal consultation that included:

• Comparative analysis of Sweden and Spain in terms of tax structure, administrative complexity, funding incentives, and labor laws
• Recommendation of Sweden as the base jurisdiction for incorporation due to stronger investor protections and startup tax incentives, while facilitating operational presence in Spain
• Drafting and negotiating shareholder agreements with clear exit strategies, vesting schedules, and dispute resolution mechanisms
• Registration of trademarks in the EUIPO and support in filing a patent application under the European Patent Convention (EPC)
• Guidance on GDPR compliance and licensing requirements relevant to their digital product

Outcome:

The client incorporated in Sweden with legal clarity and confidence, launched operations in Spain smoothly, and protected their core intellectual property across the EU. Their legal foundation now supports future funding rounds and international expansion.

Challenge:

The client wanted to expand into the Spanish market, where their product was completely unknown. They needed trusted local representation and full legal support for establishing a distribution network with minimal risk.

Solution:

Our international legal team provided end-to-end support:

• Conducted market research and legal feasibility for product distribution in Spain
• Identified and secured a reliable Spanish distributor based in Valencia with strong regional reach
• Negotiated and finalized the distribution agreement, including exclusivity terms, payment conditions, IP protection, and performance obligations
• Advised on compliance with Spanish commercial and consumer protection laws
• Provided ongoing legal support during the initial roll-out and relationship management

Outcome:

The client successfully launched their product in Spain through a trusted distribution partner. The collaboration agreement ensured brand protection, clear commercial terms, and a strong foundation for long-term growth in the Spanish market. Sales exceeded initial forecasts within the first quarter.

Challenge:

The client entered into a legal dispute with a company based in the United Arab Emirates, which alleged that a portion of a large avocado shipment did not meet the agreed quality standards. The Emirati company demanded financial compensation and threatened legal action under local commercial law.

Solution:

Our international business law team took swift action:

• Conducted a detailed legal and factual analysis of the sales contract, delivery conditions (INCOTERMS), and quality control documentation
• Located and engaged the Emirati company through our network of trusted legal and business partners in the UAE
• Initiated a business-oriented mediation process in collaboration with local advisors, ensuring cultural and legal sensitivity
• Negotiated a settlement agreement that maintained the business relationship while protecting our client's financial and reputational interests

Outcome:

The dispute was resolved successfully without litigation. Our client avoided costly legal proceedings abroad and preserved access to a key export market. The agreed terms led to the continuation of trade with the Emirati company under improved contractual clarity and mutual understanding.

Challenge:

The client had entered into an unfavorable investment agreement with a Spanish property investment firm. Due to rigid and one-sided contractual terms, the client faced serious financial loss when attempting to withdraw from the deal. The Spanish partner initially refused to refund the investment, citing binding clauses and financial commitments already made.

Solution:

Our international business law team took immediate action to protect the client’s interests:

• Conducted a thorough legal analysis of the investment agreement and identified key leverage points and ambiguities in the contract
• Advised the client on strategic withdrawal options under Spanish and EU investment law
• Acted as neutral business mediators and opened structured negotiations with the Spanish company
• Led a complex, multi-round mediation process aimed at preserving the client’s reputation while recovering the maximum amount possible

Outcome:

Despite the initial resistance and strict contractual terms, we successfully negotiated a settlement that secured the refund of a significant portion of the client’s investment. The case was resolved out of court, avoiding further legal costs and reputational risk, and allowing the client to redirect capital into more favorable opportunities.