Employment Lawyer in Torrevieja
Our law and advisory firm at Torrevieja Consult has professionals across several areas of law, including an employment lawyer in Torrevieja.
At Torrevieja Consult, our employment lawyers focus on private clients, self-employed workers and business owners who are foreign nationals from the European Union, resident or non-resident in Spain.
For any problem at work or with your workforce, the employment law specialists at Torrevieja Consult are a quality option for resolving any dispute quickly and efficiently.
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What does an employment lawyer at Torrevieja Consult do?
The employment lawyers at Torrevieja Consult are specialists in employment law, responsible for advising and representing private individuals, self-employed workers and companies alike in employment disputes.
The services most requested by foreign nationals, especially the Swedish community, both resident and non-resident in Spain, at Torrevieja Consult are:
Dismissals and compensation claims
An employment lawyer can help you challenge a dismissal and obtain fair compensation.
Unpaid wages and overtime
When your employer hasn't paid you what you're owed, a lawyer can claim it on your behalf.
Negotiation and review of employment contracts
For employees and employers alike, having a clear, legally valid contract prevents future problems.
Workplace harassment and discrimination
A lawyer can help you report any form of abuse or unfair treatment at work.
Advice for companies and self-employed workers
If you run a business, an employment lawyer will help you comply with labour regulations to avoid penalties and legal disputes.
Common employment situations among foreign nationals in Torrevieja
Working in Spain as a foreign national means facing employment procedures that differ from those in your home country, with deadlines, forms and rights that aren’t always intuitive if you don’t know the local legislation. Here are some of the most common situations we resolve at Torrevieja Consult:
You've been dismissed and don't know if it's legal
Spain has different types of dismissal (objective, disciplinary, collective), and each has formal requirements the company must meet. If these aren't met, the dismissal can be ruled unfair and give rise to higher compensation. We review the dismissal letter, the deadlines and the documentation to determine whether it's worth challenging.
Your employer hasn't registered you with Social Security
Working without registration directly affects your access to public healthcare, your future pension and your protection in the event of a workplace accident. We help you regularise the situation and, where applicable, claim any unpaid contributions.
You were hired as self-employed when you actually work as an employee
This practice, known as "false self-employment", is common among foreign nationals who arrive without a good understanding of the Spanish labour market. An employment lawyer can help you prove the real employment relationship and claim the rights you're entitled to as an employee.
You need to understand a contract in Spanish before signing it
Many foreign nationals sign contracts without fully understanding the clauses, particularly those relating to probation periods, working hours, variable pay or non-compete clauses. We review the contract with you, in your own language, before you sign it.
You work for a Swedish company but live in Spain
International remote work raises questions about which Social Security system applies and how your income is taxed. Spain and Sweden have coordination agreements on Social Security that determine where you should contribute, depending on your specific situation.
The importance of an employment lawyer for foreign nationals in Torrevieja
Torrevieja is a key location for Swedes, Germans, Britons and other Europeans who choose to live or invest in Spain.
At Torrevieja Consult we help you overcome the language barrier and legal differences when it comes to defending your employment rights.
Hiring a good employment lawyer at Torrevieja Consult helps any foreign national in Torrevieja make sure their contract is legal, defend their rights and claim compensation where necessary.
Forget about these problems with the support of an employment lawyer at Torrevieja Consult:
Common situation
I don't know if my dismissal is legal or if I can challenge it
My employer hasn't registered me with Social Security
I was hired as self-employed but I work as an employee
I don't understand the clauses in my Spanish-language contract
My employer doesn't pay my overtime
I don't know whether I should contribute in Spain or in my home country
What we do at Torrevieja Consult
We review the dismissal letter and the procedure followed by the company
We regularise your situation and claim the outstanding contributions
We prove the real employment relationship and claim your rights
We explain it to you in your own language before you sign
We calculate what you're owed and claim it on your behalf
We analyse your case according to EU coordination rules
How we work at Torrevieja Consult
2. We review your case with no obligation and go through the available documentation (contract, payslips, dismissal letter, correspondence with the company).
3. We explain your real options, including timeframes and likelihood of success, without unnecessary jargon.
4. If you decide to go ahead, we represent you before the company, the SMAC conciliation service or the labour court if necessary.
5. We keep you informed at every stage, until your case is resolved.
We offer a close relationship and full commitment to our clients
At Torrevieja Consult our values are very clear. As an established family business, with almost 30 years of experience, we know that personalised, attentive service is what matters most to our clients.
Our employment lawyers go the extra mile for clients, focusing on identifying and resolving the main employment-related needs of foreign nationals, resident and non-resident in Spain.
Talk to Torrevieja Consult to protect your interests. You’ll get the most complete service and be in contact with lawyers highly trained in Spanish employment law.
The team behind your employment defence
Jenny Pacheco Falk, a lawyer registered with the Bar Association of Orihuela, leads the legal department at Torrevieja Consult with more than 15 years of experience in employment and tax law. She speaks Swedish, English and Spanish, so language is never a barrier at any point in the process.
Alongside her, Álvaro Sánchez, a lawyer at the firm, and the legal assistant team, Efraím Vizcaíno and Rafael Ryan Pacheco, complete a team that has spent almost 30 years resolving employment disputes for the Scandinavian community on the Costa Blanca.
The trust of workers and companies who have already resolved their case with us
Every employment dispute is different, and many Swedes, Germans and other foreign nationals in Torrevieja have already defended their rights with our team. These are their real experiences, in their own words.
Employment lawyer in Torrevieja near you
Torrevieja Consult’s offices, just a few metres from Plaza de la Constitución in Torrevieja, are waiting for you.
Once there, you’ll find the best lawyers for Swedes and other EU nationals in Torrevieja. A law firm ready to answer all your questions and offer help across several areas of law.
Contact the legal team at Torrevieja Consult.
- Phone: (+34) 965 70 73 39 / (+34) 667 58 72 22
- E-mail: info@torreviejaconsult.com
- Canónigo Torres, n.º 1 Bajo, Torrevieja 03181 (Alicante)
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Frequently asked questions about employment lawyers in Torrevieja
Many foreign nationals are unfamiliar with Spanish employment law, which can leave them vulnerable to workplace abuse, poorly drafted contracts or unjustified dismissals. A specialist lawyer ensures their rights are protected.
No. At the law firm in Torrevieja you’ll find advice available in English and Swedish, so communication is easier and language is no longer a barrier to your employment rights.
You have exactly the same rights as any Spanish worker. For example, you’re entitled to a minimum wage, paid holidays, severance pay and Social Security cover.
If a dismissal is ruled unfair, you’re entitled to compensation of 33 days’ salary per year worked (up to a maximum of 24 months’ pay) for contracts signed after 2012, or to reinstatement in your job. The exact calculation depends on your length of service and salary, so it’s best for a lawyer to review your specific case.
Spain and Sweden apply EU rules on Social Security coordination, which determine which country you should contribute in depending on where you live and where the company is based. In some cases you can keep contributing in Sweden temporarily; in others, you must contribute in Spain. We recommend reviewing your situation before starting to work remotely, to avoid problems later on.
