Family Courts in Las Rozas de Madrid: Specifics and Procedures
In Las Rozas de Madrid, family law matters such as divorce, custody, and child support are primarily handled by the Court of First Instance and Instruction of the Majadahonda judicial district, which includes this municipality. The Las Rozas Municipal Judicial Office, located at Cuesta de San Francisco, 16 (28231 Las Rozas de Madrid), serves as an information point, Civil Registry, and Justice of the Peace Court for preliminary procedures and certifications, but hearings and family proceedings are held in Majadahonda courts (Avda. los Claveles, 12). Direct contact with the Municipal Judicial Office is essential for obtaining certificates, registering births, marriages, or deaths, and processing civil marriage dossiers. The main contact number is 91 637 07 06.
The Majadahonda judicial district covers Las Rozas, so any divorce petition, modification of measures, or enforcement is filed there. This means that, although you may live in Las Rozas and handle documentation locally, court hearings will take place in Majadahonda. This procedural detail should be considered when planning timelines and travel for family law matters.
Types of Divorce: Practical and Legal Differences
In family law, divorce can be either by mutual agreement or contested. Mutual agreement divorces are faster, typically taking 2 to 3 months from filing the petition and settlement agreement. Contested divorces are more complex and usually take between 6 and 12 months, depending on the court's workload and the need for expert reports or social assessments.
In Las Rozas de Madrid, as elsewhere in Spain, the average cost of a mutual agreement divorce ranges from €800 to €1,500 (including lawyer and court representative fees, plus notary fees if done before a notary and there are no minor children). For contested divorces, costs are higher, generally starting at €1,500 and increasing with complexity, expert reports, or appeals.
The settlement agreement, required by Article 90 of the Civil Code, must include:
- Allocation of the family home
- Custody arrangements for minor children
- Child support and, if applicable, spousal support
- Visitation, communication, and contact schedules
- Liquidation of the marital property regime if applicable
Child Support and Custody: Criteria and Reference Figures
Child support is calculated according to Article 146 of the Civil Code, proportionate to the parents' financial resources and children's needs. In Las Rozas, where the standard of living and average income may be higher than elsewhere, courts apply these proportionality criteria, but the average child support in Spain ranges from €150 to €400 per child, according to case law and CGPJ statistics. The specific amount may be higher if there are justified extraordinary expenses (private schools, extracurricular activities, special needs).
Regarding custody, courts in Madrid, including Majadahonda, increasingly favor shared custody if both parents live nearby and can cooperate in parenting. However, sole custody remains common if circumstances warrant it (distance, severe parental conflict, incompatible schedules). The standard visitation arrangement when there is sole custody usually includes alternate weekends, one weekday afternoon, and half of school holidays.
Why Choose Our Firm in Las Rozas de Madrid
We offer in-person attention in Las Rozas de Madrid, making direct contact and local document management easier. We also provide online services for those who prefer or need remote procedures. We prioritize mediation and out-of-court negotiation to reach agreements that can be judicially approved, avoiding litigation when possible.
In family law proceedings, we work with independent medical experts when expert reports are needed (psychological, economic, social). The no-obligation initial consultation allows you to present your situation and learn about your legal options before making any decisions.
We handle all procedures before the Las Rozas Municipal Judicial Office and Majadahonda Courts, providing information on deadlines, documentary requirements, and actual costs from the outset. Our aim is to defend your rights and those of your family with the utmost legal rigor and transparency.
