Meet Our Expert Team

Cobo Blázquez & Carretero

ABOUT US

Welcome to CBC Law Firm, where legal excellence meets personalized service. Our team of seasoned lawyers in Marbella brings together a wealth of experience, expertise, and passion for delivering top-notch legal solutions. Get to know the professionals behind our success, each committed to providing you with the highest level of support and guidance in navigating your legal matters in Andalucía and beyond.

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Antonio Cobo Vallecillo

Partner & Lawyer | antonio@cbclawfirm.es

Biography

With a background in self-employment and as a founding member of our firm, Antonio is an experienced lawyer specializing in Real Estate, Urban Planning, and Construction Law, along with Civil Law, Obligations, contracts, and insolvencies. He excels in advising on transactional operations, with a particular emphasis on Urban Planning, planning, project development, execution, and real estate law.

Practice Areas

Education & Training

Graduate in Law from the University of Granada (1979)

Elisa's experience and education in law is extensive and brings a valuable asset for our team

Elisa Blázquez Buceta

Partner & Lawyer | elisa@cbclawfirm.es

Biography

Elisa’s career began with leadership roles in the legal departments of transnational companies before joining our firm in 2004, where she currently serves as a partner, a position she maintained following the merger with CBC. Specializing in Civil family and inheritance law, horizontal property, European community law, criminal law, and gender violence, she has also taught classes on civil procedural law and gender violence. Elisa is a member of the tutorial team for the Master of Laws program at the University of Malaga and the Bar Association of Malaga. Her expertise lies in resolving queries, mediation, and extrajudicial conflict resolution, as well as intervention and defense in civil, criminal, and commercial matters.

Practice Areas

Education & Training

Graduated in Law from the National University of Distance Education 1998.

University Expert in Community Civil Law from the National University of Distance Education 2003.

University Expert in Criminology from the National University of Distance Education 2007.

Master in Family and Inheritance from the International University of Andalusia 2012-2013.

University Expert in Criminal Law from the International University of Andalusia 2014.

Civil, family and commercial mediator since 2017.

Registered property administrator since 1991.

ILEC University of Cambridge (legal English)

Antonio is one of our best lawyers when it comes to real estate law, urbanism and planning and joint venture

Antonio Cobo González

Partner & Lawyer | acg@cbclawfirm.es

Biography

Antonio has been with the firm since 2010 and currently holds the position of a partner. His focus areas include Real Estate, Urban Planning, and Construction Law, Civil Law (including obligations, contracts, and insolvencies), Banking and financial law, as well as extensive experience in extrajudicial conflict resolution through ADR.

Specializing in advising on transactional operations, particularly in Urbanism and planning, project development and execution, joint-ventures, and real estate law, he also possesses expertise in corporate restructuring, bankruptcy law, and corporate and commercial matters. Antonio has provided counsel to a diverse range of clients, including investment funds, financial entities, development and construction companies, finalist operators, family offices, and service providers, both nationally and internationally.

Practice Areas

Education & Training

Graduate in Law from the Complutense University of Madrid (2011)

Master of Legal Practice in Marbella (Málaga)

Master in Institutes of Stock Market Studies, IEB, (Madrid)

He studied temporarily for a year in Sydney and Oxford, obtaining the necessary qualifications in the IELTS exams to pursue a degree abroad.

Antonio Blazquez pries is an experienced attorney with high percentage of successful cases

ANTONIO Blázquez PRIES

Partner & Lawyer | abp@cbclawfirm.es

Biography

Bringing a wealth of experience to the firm, Antonio has served as an international trade advisor at the Economic and Commercial Office of the Spanish Embassy in Bulgaria from 2009 to 2010. Subsequently, he worked as a lawyer for an international firm with offices in Eastern Europe and Russia, offering legal counsel to companies seeking to internationalize across various sectors such as Public Construction, Agri-food Industry, and Real Estate. Specializing in advising foreign investors in Spain and Portugal, he possesses a deep understanding of this area.
 
As a partner at CBC, Antonio focuses on providing legal guidance to companies and individuals on real estate investment operations in Spain. His meticulous approach involves analyzing tax implications and the urban situation to ensure comprehensive support. Moreover, he assists investing families in Spain through the process of obtaining investment residences, commonly known as the “Golden Visa.”

Practice Areas

Education & Training

Graduate in Law at the Pontifical
University of Comillas (ICADE) 2008

Master in Business Internationalization
(CECO-ICEX) 2008-2009

FYDU Foundation and Marbella City Council Urban Planning Course 2016

Rafael joined our law firm in 2012 and brought a valuable skill set to the team

RAFAEL DUARTE MARTÍNEZ

Partner & Lawyer | rduarte@cbclawfirm.es

Biography

Collaborating Lawyer: Rafael worked with Bufete S. Muñoz Machado from September 1990 to June 1999, specializing in Public-Urban Law. Since June 1999, he has been based in Marbella and Estepona. With vast experience in drafting urban planning and involvement in city planning projects, Rafael was a former member of management teams for territorial planning plans in Costa del Sol and Malaga. Additionally, he served on the Management Commission of Marbella City Council from April 2006 to June 2007. Rafael has been collaborating with our firm since 2012 and is currently a partner following the merger of CBC.

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Education, Training & Teaching Activity

Graduate in Law, University of Málaga, Class 1983-1988

Master in Business Law and Economics, Madrid, Escuela Libre de Derecho y Economía; Dir.Prof. Dr. Eduardo García de Enterría (January 1989 – June 1990)

Master in Urban Planning, Madrid, Free School of Law and Economics; Dirs. Javier Elizalde and J. González Pérez (November 1992 – June 1993)

FPI Scholarship 1990–1992, University of Alcalá de Henares (Madrid)

Associate, March 1994–June 1995, Department of Administrative Law, Complutense University of Madrid

Assistant, September 1995–October 1996, Department of Procedural and Administrative Law-University of Valencia

Associate, November 1997–June 1999, Department of Administrative Law, Complutense University of Madrid

Professor, in I, II, III and IV University Expert Course in Urban Law, “Public execution systems, intervention in the land market, duty of conservation and ruin”, 4 credits, February-June 2009, 2010, 2011 and 2012. International University of Andalusia

Professor, University of Málaga, Master in Economic and Territorial Regulation: Specialty in Territorial Planning, Urban Planning and Environment, academic years 2009/2010 and 2010/2011, 8 hours of teaching on forced expropriation, general regime and specialties of expropriation for urban reasons

Professor at CEMCI (Granada), 2010, 2013

Ignacio is one of our professionals in tax, administrative, civil and commercial law

IGNACIO ARSUAGA BRIONES

Partner & Lawyer | arsuaga@cbclawfirm.es

Biography

Ignacio began his legal career at GURTUBAY ABOGADOS in Madrid from 2008 to 2010, focusing on Civil and Commercial Law. He then joined PEREZ DE AYALA ABOGADOS in Madrid in January 2011, where he worked in Tax, Commercial, Real Estate, Civil, and Administrative Law until December 2019. Ignacio joined COBO & BLAZQUEZ in January 2020, where he collaborates in Fiscal-Tax, Commercial-Corporate, Civil, and Real Estate Law. Following the merger with COBO BLAZQUEZ CARRETERO, he is now a partner at the firm.

Practice Areas

Education & Training

Lawyer of the Bar Association of Madrid

Graduated in Law from the Complutense University of Madrid in (2003-2008)

Official Master’s Degree in Tax Consulting and Taxation from the CEF-UDIMA Financial Studies Center of Madrid (2012-2013)

Through the new merge of our company Javier joined the business as a core partner bringing an immense experience and knowledge in Spanish law

JAVIER CARRETERO

Partner & Lawyer | jc@cbclawfirm.es

Biography

Javier is a lawyer with more than 40 years of legal practice specializing in foreign investments. He founded the Law firm Carretero Abogados in Marbella in 1982, known for its prestigious and personal service. Javier was also one of the Directors of the European association of lawyers “Lawspan International” from 1996 to 1999, expanding his legal knowledge and establishing relationships around the world.

In 2003, Javier restructured the family firm to create JC&A, specialising in providing quality legal and tax advice to foreign investors in Spain. He focuses on corporate, commercial and real estate law, advising clients on real estate investments, company incorporation, restructurings and tax planning. He has participated in important corporate transactions for real estate developers.

Javier is active in professional and social circles, holding positions on various boards of directors. In January 2024, JC&A merged with COBO BLAZQUEZ to form COBO BLAZQUEZ CARRETERO where Javier is a senior partner.

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Education & Training

Law graduate from Complutense University (1974-1979)

Senior Management Program in San Telmo (AD1) (2000-2002)

Santiago specialises in the economic side of our business and has a wealth of knowledge in tax advising and structuring in Marbella and beyond

SANTIAGO LAPAUSA

Partner & Economist | s.lapausa@cbclawfirm.es

Biography

Santiago, originally from Bournemouth, England, graduated in Economics and Business Sciences from the University of Malaga in 1992. With over a decade of experience advising national clients in Malaga, he gained expertise in various tax matters across different sectors.
 
In 2003, Santiago transitioned to Marbella and became part of JC&A Abogados, where he spearheaded the firm’s tax department. His role involved advising international clients on non-resident taxation and international tax matters, leading to his partnership within the firm. In 2024, Santiago joined CBC Law Firm as a partner following the merger of JC&A Abogados with CB Law Firm.

Practice Areas

Education & Training

Degree in Economics and Business Administration. Malaga University 1992

Diplomat. Insurance mediator. Ministry of Economy and Finance 1996

Continuing training with regular attendance at seminars and courses taught mainly by the professional associations of Economists and Lawyers, as well as author of numerous publications, forums and groups

International training through attendance at conferences held by the GGI professional association based in Switzerland for 20 years, its publications, forums and groups

Isabel looks closely after our clients under the supervision of our lawyers

ISABEL Mª GIL CASTAÑEDA

PARALEGAL ADMINISTRATIVE | isabel@cbclawfirm.es

Biography

Isabel has been an integral part of our team at the law firm since 1993 when she first joined as an administrator. In the office, she excels in post-sales customer service, managing supply contracts, handling administrative procedures, completing forms, managing information tasks, overseeing Non-Resident Taxes, accounting, and Cadastre. Her responsibilities are conducted under the guidance and supervision of one of our lawyers.
 

Practice Areas

Education & Training

Higher Administrative Technician, Gualdalpín Vocational Training Institute of Marbella (1991)

Ivana is a paralegal administrative at CBC law firm in Marbella

IVANA F PALACIOS TURRILLO

PARALEGAL ADMINISTRATIVE | ivana@cbclawfirm.es

Biography

Ivana has experience in management and customer service. She worked at Caravan Saray, S.L. from 1997 to 2012, where she managed the administration department. In 2012, she transitioned to administrator of communities of owners until 2016 when she joined our firm as a paralegal in 2017.

Practice Areas

Education & Training

Technical Administrative Specialist IFP Guadalpín Marbella 1993.

Real Estate Study. Faculty of Commerce Malaga 2016.

Pilar is our team's experienced tax and accountancy advisor with a lot of experience after working in reputable companies around Spain

PILAR MANJÓN CABALLERO

ECONOMIST | pilar@cbclawfirm.es

Biography

Pilar has a diverse background in accounting and tax advisory roles. She began her career as a junior accountant in the tax and accounting department at Intermon Oxfam in Brighton, United Kingdom, from May 2011 to February 2013. Following this, she worked as a junior accountant at Marbella Advisur SL in Marbella from February 2013 to June 2017.

Transitioning to a senior accountant role at Afianza Asesores SL in Madrid from June 2017 to March 2019, she then served as a senior tax and accounting advisor at Global Taxnet Marbella SL in Marbella from March 2019 to February 2021. In March 2021, she joined our office as a senior tax and accounting advisor, bringing her extensive experience to the team.

Practice Areas

Education & Training

Graduate in Business Administration and Management from the University of Granada

Alberto is part of our accounting department and works with our clients on these matters

ALBERTO INFANTES

ACCOUNTANT | alberto@cbclawfirm.es

Biography

Alberto worked as an accountant at Rafael Vilar y Asociados SLP from March 2018 to November 2018. He joined our firm in August 2020 and has been an integral part of our team ever since. Alberto pursued his education in Administration and Finance at IES Guadaiza from 2014 to 2016.

Practice Areas

Education & Training

In Administration and Finance, IES Guadaiza (2014-2016)

Max is an attorney specialising in real estate and construction transactions and law

MAXIMILIAN STORK

LAW GRADUATED | max@cbclawfirm.es

Biography

Max, a Marbella native of German descent, brings vast expertise in Real Estate and Urban Planning Law, focusing on all legal aspects related to real estate investment. His professional background encompasses real estate transactional operations, land acquisition and development, real estate portfolio transactions, as well as sale and lease-back operations. Max excels in reviewing and regularizing the legal status of real estate assets, urban development, construction, and real estate promotion.
 
With a strong presence across various sectors, including Patents and Trademarks, as well as retail in prime locations, Max has primarily collaborated with real estate firms, developers, construction companies, financial institutions, industrial entities, and commercial operators.

Practice Areas

Education & Training

Graduated in Law by the “Universidad Autónoma” of Madrid.

Student as candidate to apply for Registries and Notaries(2022-2023).

Currently studying Master of Access to the Legal Profession at the International University of La Rioja (2023 – present)

José consults our clients in tax and accounting matters with years of experience

José Ángel Moreno

ECONOMIST | jose@cbclawfirm.es

Biography

José has experience in tax and accounting consulting, having worked in various companies. He started his career as a Junior Accountant at Spence Clarke, SL from 2017 to 2018. He then joined Focus Legal Abogados, SL from 2018 to 2019, where he began as a tax and accounting advisor. Currently, José works as a Tax/Accounting advisor at a firm where he manages accounting tasks, handles tax obligations such as VAT, IS, Personal Income Tax, and IRNR, and represents clients before tax inspection bodies. He also collaborates on tax matters in the Fiscal-Tax and Commercial-Corporate Law Departments, focusing on corporate restructuring and tax planning. Additionally, he manages and coordinates the billing department.

Practice Areas

Education & Training

Graduated in Finance and Accounting from the University of Malaga (2011 – 2015)

University Expert in Tax and Accounting Advice from the University of Malaga (2018 – 2019)

Andrea is our team's experienced lawyer in international law

ANDREA MURO NEBREDA

LAW GRADUATED | andrea@cbclawfirm.es

Biography

Andrea began her career in the Institutions of the European Union, focusing on Private International Law. She also prepared for exams for the Superior Body of Civil Administrators of the State, gaining insights into national Public Law while working with a collaborating agency of the Ministry of the Interior on Immigration and Foreign Policy matters. In 2022, she relocated to Marbella and now integrates her knowledge into her professional career as a Law graduate, specializing in Commercial Law, Civil Law, Real Estate Law, and Urban Planning. Andrea joined our firm in January 2024.

Practice Areas

Education & Training

Graduated in Law from the University of Extremadura (2009-2012).

Official Master’s Degree in International Law at the University of Paris X in (2012-2013)

Specialization in Competition Law at the Free University of Brussels in (2013-2014)

Official Master in European Legal Studies at the College of Europe in Bruges in (2014-2015)

Salvador has worked on the international market as a lawyer already before joining CBC and with his experience he now looks after our international clients and their legal needs

SALVADOR LUNA

Biography

Salvador brings a diverse and impressive background to our firm. After completing his degree, he gained valuable experience working at Vologda State University in Russia for five years. Upon returning to Spain, Salvador furthered his education by pursuing a Master’s Degree in International Relations. With a strong international background, Salvador has also worked as an interpreter and translator, showcasing his linguistic skills and cultural understanding.
 
In 2023, Salvador made the decision to further his career in Spain and joined our firm. His unique blend of international experience, language proficiency, and academic achievements make him a valuable asset to our team, bringing a fresh perspective and expertise in international relations to our practice.

Practice Areas

Education & Training

Graduate in Law, University of Cádiz (2016).

University Expert Course in Specialized Translation of Russian and Spanish, UCA (2020).

Master in International Relations and Migrations (2021-22).

Fabio looks after our clients and office with great service and communication skills

FABIO SÁNCHEZ RODRÍGUEZ-PINO

ADMINISTRATIVE | fabio@cbclawfirm.es

Biography

Fabio is a recent addition to our firm, having joined us in June 2022. He holds a Higher Administrative Technician degree from the CDP San Juan Bosco Center, Los Salesianos in Granada, which he obtained in 2018. Fabio’s practice areas include customer service and assistance, administrative management, and immigration law. With his educational background and expertise in these areas, Fabio is well-equipped to provide excellent service to our clients and support our firm in various administrative and immigration-related matters.

Practice Areas

Education & Training

Higher Administrative Technician, CDP San Juan Bosco Center, Los Salesianos, Granada (2018)

Mateo is exploring his career in law within our firm working alongside with senior lawyers

MATEO CÁCERES LÓPEZ

PARALEGAL ADMINISTRATIVE | mateo@cbclawfirm.es

Biography

Mateo is a valuable addition to our firm, having joined us in October 2021. His practice areas include administrative law, immigration law, and real estate management. Mateo is currently pursuing his law graduate studies, which will further enhance his expertise and skills in the legal field. With his dedication to continuous learning and professional development, Mateo is poised to make significant contributions to our team and provide high-quality legal services to our clients.

Practice Areas

Education & Training

Currently pursuing law graduate studies

Sandra has been working in real estate law and is now a personal assistant to one of our partners in the firm

SANDRA CHURÍN CADILLA

PARALEGAL ADMINISTRATIVE | sandra@cbclawfirm.es

Biography

Sandra is a professional with a wealth of experience in the legal matters. From 2003 to 2019, she held the role of administrative director and paralegal at a renowned law firm in Marbella, where she played a crucial role in providing assistance and support to lawyers in property sales for foreign investors. Her expertise in handling complex legal matters and administrative tasks made her an invaluable asset to the firm.
 
In 2021, Sandra took on a new challenge as the personal assistant of Mr. Javier Carretero, the founding partner of JCA Abogados. In this role, she is responsible for a wide range of functions and procedures, including post-sales management of property sales, general administrative tasks, and agenda management. Sandra’s dedication, attention to detail, and professionalism have made her an essential member of the team, contributing to the success and efficiency of the law firm.

Practice Areas

Education & Training

Data Protection Law Course. Year 2020

International Legal English Cambridge Certificate B2 – Year 2013 ILEC Classroom. Bar Association of Málaga. 

English, high level. Spoken and written. B2 Cambridge Certificate

Chartered accountant National School of Commerce No. 1. (Mar del Plata, Argentina). Year 1984 Baccalaureate with specific training in administration and accounting.

Maria Belen has a focus in the tax and accounting services of our business working with clients on the Costa del Sol area

MARÍA BELÉN PADILLA QUERO

ACCOUNTANT | belen@cbclawfirm.es

Biography

Belén’s career journey began in 2015 when she worked as an administrative assistant at Construction Company Houses and Reforms 2012, SL. She then transitioned to the field of Tax and Accounting Consulting at Betica Consulting, SL, where she served as an accounting clerk from 2016 to 2023. In August 2023, she brought her expertise to our office, assuming the role of accounting clerk. Belén’s experience in both administrative and accounting roles has equipped her with the skills and knowledge necessary to excel in her current position and contribute effectively to our team.

Practice Areas

Education & Training

Diploma in Business Sciences. Jaen University 2013

Higher Degree Training Cycle in Administration and Finance, I.E.S. Las Fuentezuelas (Jaén) 2007

Paqui is an experienced accountant in our team joining during the merge in 2023

PAQUI PIÑA

ACCOUNTANT | paquim@cbclawfirm.es

Biography

Paqui is an experienced professional specializing in accounting, fiscal, and tax management at the prestigious firm Javier Carretero y Asociados. With expertise in various areas such as community accounting, banking procedures, preparation of financial statements, self-employed accounting, administrative management, billing, treasury management, and file management, Paqui plays a crucial role in ensuring the financial stability and compliance of the company.

Her career journey began in 1985 at CASH AND CARRY MARBELLA SA, where she honed her skills in administrative tasks. Over the years, she continued to advance in her career, holding positions as an Administrative Assistant and Technician at OFFICES BARBERA SL from 1987 to 1999. Subsequently, she worked at THM ASESORES FISCALES SL from 2003 to 2006 before joining JAVIER CARRETERO Y ASOCIADOS SL in 2006, where she has been an integral part of the team ever since.

Paqui’s extensive experience and dedication to her work have made her a valuable asset in the field of accounting and fiscal management, contributing significantly to the success and financial well-being of the companies she has been a part of throughout her career.

Practice Areas

Education & Training

Higher FP degree. Administrative Branch “Technical specialist administrative and commercial branch.”

Beatriz is a trusted lawyer at CBC law firm having worked around Málaga and Marbella areas for years

BEATRIZ MORÁN ROMERO

Biography

Beatriz, a member of the Bar Association of Malaga since 2020, embarked on her legal career in 2017 at CARACUEL ABOGADOS. She has been working at the AJM URBANISM office since 2021 and joined JAVIER CARRETERO Y ASOCIADOS in October 2023.

Practice Areas

Education & Training

Degree in Law (Faculty of Law, University of Granada) (2017)

Master of Access to the Legal Profession (Faculty of Law, University of Málaga) (2019)

Master of Economic and Territorial Regulation (Master of Urban Planning, Faculty of Law, University of Málaga) (2020)

Specialization Course in Construction Law (Málaga Lawyers) (2023)

Ana Isabel is one of the firm's accountants joining through the merge of companies in 2023

ANA ISABEL MEDINA CHUMILLA

ECONOMIST | ana@cbclawfirm.es

Biography

Ana has gained experience in accounting and tax advice through her tenure at several companies, including Javier Carretero & Asociados, SL (2020), Varu Abogados y Asesores, SLP (2021), and Focus Legal Abogados, SL (2021-2023). She has been with Javier Carretero & Asociados, SL since May 2023.

Practice Areas

Education & Training

Graduated in Finance and Accounting from the University of Malaga in 2020

Master’s Degree in Tax and Accounting Consulting at the EXCE school

Sofia has a wealth of knowledge and experience in working with real estate developers and construction companies in Marbella

SOFIA OUSYNINA

PARALEGAL ADMINISTRATIVE | sofia@cbclawfirm.es

Biography

She has held positions as a legal assistant and administrative at Javier Carretero y Asociados Law Firm, SL in Marbella since 2005. Prior to that, she worked in administration at Vista del Rey developer in Alhaurín El Grande from 2001 to 2005 and in the project department at INTEREALTY Real Estate in Marbella in 2001. Additionally, she engaged in independent legal translation and interpretation work at the Courts of Malaga and Fuengirola from 1998 to 2000. She is fluent in Russian, proficient in Spanish and English, and has an intermediate level of German.
 

Practice Areas

Education & Training

Baccalaureate Degree (Homologated in Spain) Russia 1985

Graduate in electronic engineering with honorable mention of excellence. Ural Polytechnic University. Russia 1992 (Approved in Spain)

Junta Andalucía Course -Inheritance Tax 2012

Expert Course in Strategic Marketing in. Social Environments. Malaga 2014

Acredita-Junta Andalucía Program. Validation of the title “Documentary and Management Assistance in Offices and Offices”. Malaga 2015

Master Tax Consulting – ESESA (Higher School of Business Studies), Málaga 2020-2021

Professional Technical Course in Immigration. Legal Branch –INFOMASTER Training, 2022

Esther is a highly respected lawyer at CBC law firm in Marbella

ESTHER Vázquez-Reina

Biography

Esther started her professional career as a Trainee in the Public, Procedural, and Regulatory Law Department at the international firm DLA PIPER in Madrid. She handled various matters related to public law and also conducted internal training sessions on the new features introduced by Laws 39/2015 and 40/2015. Esther collaborated on cases in regulated sectors, primarily gas and electricity, and civil procedural law.

In May 2017, she joined the Public Law Department at the GTA Villamagna Firm in Madrid as an associate lawyer. In this role, Esther advised clients on administrative and contentious-administrative procedures in areas such as urban planning, environment, public procurement, expropriations, property concessions, coasts, health, subsidies, mines, ports, waters, and transportation.

In February 2021, Esther relocated to Marbella and joined the team at Javier Carretero y Asociados, SL (currently CBC). Since then, she has been advising national and international clients on real estate investments, Public Law, and Urban Planning Law. Esther’s expertise includes handling sanctioning procedures, concession licenses, administrative resource requests, and contentious-administrative appeals, among other matters.

Practice Areas

Education & Training

Lawyer of the Bar Association of Madrid

Degree in Law from the Autonomous University of Madrid (2010-2015)

Degree in Political Sciences and Public Administration from the Autonomous University of Madrid (2010-2015)

Master’s Degree in Access to the Legal Profession with a Specialty in Public Policy Law from the Universidad Pontificia Comillas (ICADE) (2015-2016)

Urban Planning Law Course organized by the Spanish Association of Urban Planning Lawyers, the Spanish Association of Urban Planning, Building and the Environment and the Illustrious Bar Association of Madrid (April-May 2018)

Laura is one of our best accountants in Marbella part of Cobo Blazquez and Carretero

LAURA KNUPFER

ACCOUNTANT | laura@cbclawfirm.es

Biography

Laura has served as the head of the accounting department at the following companies: Riegos Melero, SA (RIMESA) from 2000 to 2022. She joined our firm as an accountant in April 2023.

Practice Areas

Education & Training

Graduate in Business Sciences from the Complutense University of Madrid 2000

Mai is an accountant at Cobo Blazquez and Carretero

MAI GARCÍA CANO

ACCOUNTANT | mai@cbclawfirm.es

Biography

Mai has garnered experience in accounting consulting and SME administration through her work at various companies, including Inversiones Mensera SL (2004-2008), Virtus Business Center SL at “El Campanario” Golf Course (2010-2013), Olivenet Network SL (2015-2016), Ruiz Consulting (2016-2019), and Consulting Román Economista SL and Luz Pámpano SL (2019-2020). She joined our office as an accounting clerk in June 2021.

Practice Areas

Education & Training

Specialist in business administration completed in 2000 in Seville

Training program on Accounting and Commercial Tax Consulting for Companies by the CEF-UDIMA Financial Studies Center of Madrid (2016-2017)

Elena is an economist at CBC law firm in Marbella

ELENA GARANZHA

ECONOMIST | elena@cbclawfirm.es

Biography

Elena specializes in providing tax and accounting advice to individuals and legal entities, as well as offering expertise in Business Administration and advice to Non-Residents. She has experience at Javier Carretero y Asociados S.L. since 2011 and is fluent in Spanish, English, Russian, and Ukrainian.

Practice Areas

Education & Training

Graduate in Business Administration and Management from the University of Malaga (2005-2010)

Master in Business Tax Consulting from the Higher School of Business Studies, ESESA (2011-2012)

Melanie is one of our successful lawyers at CBC

MELANIE MONELOS SANSOTRO

Biography

Melanie worked at Grupo Legal Toledo in 2018 before joining our firm as a lawyer in October 2019, specializing in Immigration Law. She graduated in Law from UMA, holds a Master of Law degree, and has a Title of Expert in Labor Relations and Social Jurisdiction from the International University of Andalusia.

Practice Areas

Education & Training

Graduated in Law from the UMA

Master of Law UMA

Title of Expert in Labor Relations and Social Jurisdiction International University of Andalusia

Paqui is our team's administrative assistant with a lot of local knowledge and experience

PAQUI MADUEÑO

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT – ARCHIVIST | paqui@cbclawfirm.es

Biography

With a background in administration at El Corte Inglés, SA in the Commercial Division Area from 1989 to 1992, she then transitioned to OMESA Clinic, Sanitas Delegation in Marbella. At OMESA Clinic, she worked in various departments including Radiology, Outpatient Consultations, and Administration from 1992 to 2010. In November 2021, she joined JCA, SL in the archive and reception department.
 

Practice Areas

Education & Training

Sierra Blanca Institute (Marbella) 1987

COU. Sierra Blanca Institute (Marbella) 1988

First degree (Health Branch). Module level II Vocational Training. Guadalpín Institute1996

Typing, Academia Caballero (Madrid) 1986

English. Course 85/86 and 86/87 Official Marbella Language School

Administrative. CESA Malaga Academy 1987

Higher Accounting and computer application. CESA Academy course 1992-1993

Radiological Facilities Operator. CITESA. Nuclear Safety Council 1996

MARGARITA RYGAARD BALLEBY

Biography

Margarita is a highly qualified professional with a strong academic background in Economics and Business Administration, having obtained a double degree from the University of Malaga in 2019. She has also completed courses in Payroll and Social Security, Digital Marketing, and Fundamentals of E-Commerce to enhance her skills and knowledge in these areas.
 
With a specialization in Business Administration, Accounting, and Taxation, Margarita brings a wealth of expertise to her work. Her experience includes internships at AFICO Gestión SL and roles as an Administrative Assistant at Administración Sánchez & Benítez SL and Derecho, Administración y Economía S.L. (DAE Asesores). In these positions, she has been involved in tasks related to property owners’ associations, demonstrating her strong administrative and accounting abilities.

Practice Areas

Education & Training

Double degree in Economics and Business Administration (bilingual). University of Málaga (2014-2019)

Payroll and Social Security course (2019)

Digital Marketing course (2021)

Fundamentals of E-Commerce course (2021)

José María Naranjo González

Biography

José María brings a wealth of experience in tax and accounting consultancy to his role at CBC Abogados. After completing his degree, he began his career in the banking sector, gaining valuable experience at Citibank and as a mortgage manager in a financial institution. In 2006, José transitioned to the role of accountant at Tino Stone Group, a company specializing in the commercialization of natural stone in Puerto Banús. For over 9 years, José worked in the accounting and tax department at Balms Abogados, an international law firm in Marbella. In this role, he provided expert tax and accounting advice to a diverse portfolio of clients, primarily companies. His responsibilities included managing accounting, tax matters, annual accounts, as well as handling requirements and inspections.
 
In 2019, José made the move to Sirejacob Legal & Tax, where he spent 5 years offering tax and accounting guidance to predominantly Dutch clients. In April 2024, he joined CBC Abogados as an economist, bringing his extensive knowledge and expertise to the firm.
 
José María is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing him to effectively communicate and provide top-notch service to a wide range of clients. His years of experience and dedication to his work make him a valuable asset to the firm.

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Education & Training

Graduate in Business Administration and Management. University of Málaga. 2003

International Business Management Course. Escuela de Organización Industrial (EOI Andalucía). 2007

Corporate Tax Accounting Course. Centro de Estudios Contables Marbella (CECOM)

First Certificate in English. University of Cambridge.