{"id":2651,"date":"2025-07-02T18:58:41","date_gmt":"2025-07-02T16:58:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/joseluisrinconabogados.es\/claim-unpaid-debts-in-malaga\/"},"modified":"2025-07-02T18:58:41","modified_gmt":"2025-07-02T16:58:41","slug":"claim-unpaid-debts-in-malaga","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/joseluisrinconabogados.es\/en\/claim-unpaid-debts-in-malaga\/","title":{"rendered":"Claim unpaid debts in Malaga"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1>How to claim unpaid debts in Malaga: legal recovery guide<\/h1>\n<p><strong>Non-payments are one of the main problems for the self-employed, SMEs and individuals in Malaga<\/strong>, affecting liquidity and business continuity. According to CEPYME, the average delay in payments in Spain exceeds 82 days, generating cash flow tensions in thousands of companies. <\/p>\n<p>At <strong>Jos\u00e9 Luis Rinc\u00f3n Abogados<\/strong>, we offer you our experience to help you <strong>recover your money in a legal, safe and efficient way<\/strong>, reducing time and avoiding mistakes that may delay the collection.<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h2>What is considered unpaid debt?<\/h2>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2644 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/joseluisrinconabogados.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Reclamar-deudas-impagadas-en-Malaga-3.webp\" alt=\"Claim unpaid debts in Malaga\" width=\"1280\" height=\"672\" srcset=\"https:\/\/joseluisrinconabogados.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Reclamar-deudas-impagadas-en-Malaga-3.webp 1280w, https:\/\/joseluisrinconabogados.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Reclamar-deudas-impagadas-en-Malaga-3-300x158.webp 300w, https:\/\/joseluisrinconabogados.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Reclamar-deudas-impagadas-en-Malaga-3-1024x538.webp 1024w, https:\/\/joseluisrinconabogados.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Reclamar-deudas-impagadas-en-Malaga-3-768x403.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>An unpaid debt is any due and payable economic obligation that has not been satisfied by the debtor after the agreed term, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Overdue invoices.<\/li>\n<li>Unpaid rents.<\/li>\n<li>Promissory notes or bad checks.<\/li>\n<li>Loans between individuals.<\/li>\n<li>Non-paid professional services.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Important:<\/strong> Don&#8217;t let time pass. The sooner you act, the better your chances of recovering the debt. <\/p>\n<hr>\n<h2>Steps to claim unpaid debts in M\u00e1laga<\/h2>\n<h3>Friendly contact with the debtor<\/h3>\n<p>Before taking legal action, it is advisable to try a <strong>friendly injunction<\/strong>: <\/p>\n<p>Reminder phone call.<br \/>\nSending an email with details of the debt.<br \/>\nCertified letter or burofax claiming payment.<\/p>\n<p>This step can solve the problem without additional costs and maintains business relationships if feasible.<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h3>Reliable demand for payment<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2646 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/joseluisrinconabogados.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Reclamar-deudas-impagadas-en-Malaga-1.webp\" alt=\"Claim unpaid debts in Malaga\" width=\"1280\" height=\"853\" srcset=\"https:\/\/joseluisrinconabogados.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Reclamar-deudas-impagadas-en-Malaga-1.webp 1280w, https:\/\/joseluisrinconabogados.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Reclamar-deudas-impagadas-en-Malaga-1-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/joseluisrinconabogados.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Reclamar-deudas-impagadas-en-Malaga-1-1024x682.webp 1024w, https:\/\/joseluisrinconabogados.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Reclamar-deudas-impagadas-en-Malaga-1-768x512.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>If there is no response, it is essential to record the claim by means of a <strong>bureaufax with acknowledgement of receipt and certification of content<\/strong> to interrupt the statute of limitations on the debt.<\/p>\n<p>Includes:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Amount claimed.<\/li>\n<li>Concept of debt.<\/li>\n<li>Maximum payment term (7-15 days).<\/li>\n<li>Notice of legal action in case of non-payment.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr>\n<h3>Payment order procedure: the fast way to collect debts<\/h3>\n<p>If the debt is liquid, determined, due and payable, you can initiate the <strong>payment order procedure in Malaga<\/strong>. This judicial process allows you to claim debts without the initial need for a lawyer or solicitor for amounts less than \u20ac2,000, although legal assistance is recommended for greater efficiency. <\/p>\n<p>Steps:<br \/>\nSubmit initial petition with supporting documentation (invoices, mails, delivery notes).<br \/>\nThe court notifies the debtor, who has 20 days to pay or file opposition.<br \/>\nIf there is no opposition, a <strong>decree of execution<\/strong> is issued, allowing direct seizure of assets.<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h3>Declaratory proceeding<\/h3>\n<p>If the debtor opposes the order for payment, a <strong>verbal trial<\/strong> will be opened <strong>(if the debt is less than \u20ac6,000)<\/strong> or an <strong>ordinary trial (more than \u20ac6,000).<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Here the <strong>advice of a lawyer specialized in debt collection<\/strong> is essential to manage the claim and evidence in a strategic way.<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h3>Execution of sentence<\/h3>\n<p>If the debtor does not pay voluntarily after a judgment or execution decree, a <strong>compulsory execution procedure<\/strong> may be initiated: <\/p>\n<p>Garnishment of bank accounts.<br \/>\nGarnishment of payroll or pensions.<br \/>\nGarnishment of movable or immovable property.<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h2>How long do I have to claim a debt in Malaga?<\/h2>\n<p>The <strong>general statute of limitations period for debts in Spain is 5 years<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.conceptosjuridicos.com\/codigo-civil-articulo-1964\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">(Art. 1964 CC<\/a>). For professional services and supplies, the term may be 3 years. <\/p>\n<p>Sending a <strong>burofax interrupts the statute of limitations<\/strong>, restarting the claim period.<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h2>Advantages of claiming debts with Jos\u00e9 Luis Rinc\u00f3n Abogados<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2648 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/joseluisrinconabogados.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Reclamar-deudas-impagadas-en-Malaga-2.webp\" alt=\"Claim unpaid debts in Malaga\" width=\"1280\" height=\"853\" srcset=\"https:\/\/joseluisrinconabogados.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Reclamar-deudas-impagadas-en-Malaga-2.webp 1280w, https:\/\/joseluisrinconabogados.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Reclamar-deudas-impagadas-en-Malaga-2-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/joseluisrinconabogados.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Reclamar-deudas-impagadas-en-Malaga-2-1024x682.webp 1024w, https:\/\/joseluisrinconabogados.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Reclamar-deudas-impagadas-en-Malaga-2-768x512.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Experience in civil and commercial debt recovery.<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Reduction of collection times by means of a payment order and prior negotiation.<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Study of the debtor&#8217;s solvency before initiating proceedings to avoid unnecessary expenses.<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Clear and transparent fees, with the possibility of a variable fee according to success.<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Management of the entire process: amicable, order for payment, declaratory and execution.<\/strong><\/p>\n<hr>\n<h2>FAQ &#8211; Frequently asked questions about debt collection in Malaga<\/h2>\n<h3>Do I need a lawyer to claim debts?<\/h3>\n<p>It is not mandatory for claims up to \u20ac2,000, but having a lawyer will increase efficiency and advise you on negotiation and collection strategies.<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h3>What if the debtor has no assets?<\/h3>\n<p>We carry out a <strong>prior solvency study<\/strong> before initiating legal proceedings. If there are no assets, we will analyze other means of recovery such as payment agreements, debt assignment or inclusion in debt collection files. <\/p>\n<hr>\n<h3>What is the cost of claiming a debt?<\/h3>\n<p>It depends on the amount, complexity and type of procedure. At <strong>Jos\u00e9 Luis Rinc\u00f3n Abogados<\/strong> we offer fixed rates and success fees depending on the case. <\/p>\n<hr>\n<h2>Jos\u00e9 Lu\u00eds Rinc\u00f3n: Don&#8217;t give up on getting your money back<\/h2>\n<p>Leaving a debt unclaimed means a <strong>direct loss for your business or assets<\/strong>. With strategic management, debts can be recovered in an agile and legal manner, avoiding the statute of limitations and limiting financial damages. <\/p>\n<p>At <strong>Jos\u00e9 Luis Rinc\u00f3n Abogados<\/strong> we help you recover your money quickly, minimizing the impact on your finances.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Do you have debts owed to you and you don&#8217;t know how to claim them? <a href=\"https:\/\/joseluisrinconabogados.es\/en\/contact\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Contact<\/a> Jos\u00e9 Luis Rinc\u00f3n Abogados today and recover your peace of mind and your money.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>How to claim unpaid debts in Malaga: legal recovery guide Non-payments are one of the main problems for the self-employed, SMEs and individuals in Malaga, affecting liquidity and business continuity. According to CEPYME, the average delay in payments in Spain exceeds 82 days, generating cash flow tensions in thousands of companies. 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