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Edward Grant

Abogado in Spain & Barrister in England

Edward Grant is a barrister in England and Wales where has a door tenancy at No 5 Chambers. Specialising in inheritance, property transactions, and private international law, he advises international clients and UK law firms. Bilingual (English/Spanish), he provides clear and practical advice. 


College:
Ilustre Colegio de Abogados de Málaga — Nº colegiado: 5538

About Edward Grant

Edward’s professional practice focuses on providing legal solutions for international clients in Spain. He acts for individuals, businesses, and foreign law firms, as advisor and representative in contentious and non-contentious proceedings. He deals with complex negotiations, and cross-border transactions.  

His areas of expertise include cross-border inheritances and coordination with authorities and registries in different countries. Work covers estate and succession planning, and advising on wills in accordance with Spanish law. He handles taxes and asset transfers arising from inheritances.  

In real estate, he handles residential and commercial property transactions. Prior due diligence, dispute resolution over hidden defects, and assistance with notarial and registry formalities. 

His approach combines prevention with efficient management: he conducts detailed risk analyses, proposes strategies to reduce costs, and presents clear options for decision-making. He provides transparent budgets and regular updates throughout the process to ensure client peace of mind.  

He works closely with an international network of professionals —notaries, managers, technical experts, tax advisors, and associated UK law firms— to coordinate all practical aspects of cross-border cases and ensure coherent and timely results.  

In addition to his daily practice, he regularly participates in seminars and professional conferences, contributes opinion articles on inheritance and real estate law, and maintains continuous training in Spanish and English law.   

Consultations are offered in Spanish and English, with both in-person and virtual meetings. 

Academic background

Edward Grant's UK Education and Professional Qualifications:

  • English Law Degree (LLB) 

    University of Southampton, United Kingdom. 1989

  • Barrister 

    Inner Temple, Called to the Bar of England & Wales, 1991

  • Master’s in Maritime Law ( LLM)

    University of London, awarded LLM with distinction, 2021

  • Advanced Certificate in International Trade
  • Institute of Export, London, 2000

Professional career

Edward Grant has developed a solid professional career combining international experience in common law with specialized practice in Spain. Over more than two decades, he has focused on cross-border inheritances, real estate, and private international law, acting as both legal advisor and litigator

  • 2001 — Admission as a lawyer in Spain (abogado)

    Spanish Ministry of Justice

  • 2002 — Málaga College of Lawyers 

    Enrolled as a member of Málaga College of Lawyers ( Bar number 5538) 

  • Since 2003 — No 5 Chambers, London & Birmingham

    A door tenant practising as a barrister at No 5 Chambers from 2003 to the present

  • Since 2004 — Edward Grant Associates

    Practising as a Spanish lawyer from offices in Marbella to practice in Spain

His career is characterized by a practical, results-oriented approach, coordination with notaries, tax advisors, and experts, and the ability to provide comprehensive solutions to individuals, businesses, and foreign law firms.