Civil Law
Contracts, real estate, obligations and succession — with strategy at every step.
Civil law is the core of everyday legal life — from concluding a contract and transferring real estate to protecting assets and arranging succession. At SmartLaw we treat every matter not as an isolated document but as part of a wider strategy that protects our client's interests over the long term.
We draft and review contracts, preliminary agreements and construction agreements with precision, negotiate terms in favour of the side we represent and substantiate every clause. We also handle civil disputes before all instances, with an emphasis on thorough preparation and persuasive advocacy.
What we handle
- Drafting & review of contracts, preliminary and private agreements
- Real estate sales & transfers — title checks and due diligence
- Property law — ownership, easements, mortgages, claims
- Obligations & damages from tort or breach of contract
- Succession law — wills, acceptance/renunciation, forced heirship
- Residential & commercial leases
Frequently asked questions
- What checks are needed before buying property?
- A full title search at the competent Land Registry/Cadastre, verification of encumbrances and claims, planning and tax checks, and a preliminary agreement that secures the buyer's position.
- Can you handle a succession dispute?
- Yes. We handle acceptance and renunciation of inheritance, forced-heirship issues, challenges to wills and the distribution of estates, both judicially and out of court.
Other areas
Commercial Law
Companies, contracts and transactions — legal structure that supports growth.
Banking Law
Loan agreements, security and debt settlements — protecting the client.
Tax & International Investments
Tax planning, international investments and cross-border transactions — with security and strategy.
Company & Real Estate Acquisitions
Company buy-outs and real estate transfers — secure from due diligence to closing.
Family Law
Divorce, custody, maintenance and matrimonial property — with sensitivity and resolve.
Succession Law
Wills, forced heirship and estates — protecting family wealth across generations.
Insurance Law
Insurance coverage, compensation and product liability — with technical expertise and effectiveness.