Changing your company’s name is a significant step that reflects a shift in branding, ownership, or strategic direction. At Lawhill, we provide comprehensive legal support to simplify the company name change process in Spain, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements and minimizing administrative burdens.
When do You Need to Change Your Company Name?
You might consider a name change for your company in the following situations
- Rebranding or expanding into new markets.
- Merging with or acquiring another business.
- Resolving trademark disputes or avoiding name conflicts.
- Reflecting a shift in the company’s business activities or ownership.
Our Services
At Lawhill, we guide you through every step of the name change process, offering:
- Consultation: Analyzing your company’s needs and advising on necessary changes.
- Document drafting: Preparing revised Articles of Association or other corporate documents.
- Regulatory compliance: Ensuring the new name meets all legal requirements and is approved by the Mercantile Registry.
- Submission assistance: Managing the submission of required documents to the Mercantile Registry.
Representation: Acting on your behalf in communications with relevant authorities.
Additional Services
At Lawhill, we provide comprehensive accounting and payroll services tailored to meet the needs of your business. From bookkeeping to tax filings, we ensure your financial records are compliant with Spanish regulations. Our team handles payroll management, ensuring timely and accurate payment for your employees.
Navigating the banking system in a foreign country can be challenging. We assist you in opening local and international bank accounts, guiding you through compliance requirements and documentation. Whether for operational needs or capital deposits, we streamline the process to secure your accounts efficiently.
Establish a professional presence in Spain with our virtual office services. We provide a legal address required for company registration and offer correspondence management to ensure you never miss important communication. This service is ideal for businesses operating remotely or without a physical office in Spain.
Certain industries in Spain require specific licenses to operate legally. At Lawhill, we help you obtain necessary licenses such as transport, pharmaceutical and temporary employment licenses. Our experts ensure the application process is smooth, saving you time and effort while adhering to all legal requirements.
We offer a full range of legal services tailored to businesses, including contract drafting, regulatory compliance, dispute resolution, mergers, and acquisitions. Our experienced legal team ensures that your business is fully protected and operates within the framework of Spanish and EU laws.
F.A.Q
Changing a company name in Spain typically takes 2 to 4 weeks, including the name availability check, notarial deed preparation, and registration with the Commercial Registry. Timelines may vary depending on the specific registry’s processing speed.
No, the company’s NIF remains the same after a name change. The NIF is a unique identifier that does not change with the company’s name.
Yes, you can change your company name remotely. With a power of attorney, our team can handle the entire process on your behalf – from obtaining the name certificate to notary formalities and Commercial Registry registration — without you needing to be physically present in Spain.
