Dear Sir,
I have just, by accident, come across this website and evidently you are more than knowledgeable on the affairs of eviction and tenant/landlord rights. I am wondering if your law firm has any experience in acquisition through adverse possession or Usucap*on by prescription as I believe it is referred to here in Spain.

My case is quite complex and I shall try to keep details to the briefest. Like numerous properties in Andalucia in the ´campo´ regions that are occupied with dubious title, I have occupied the same private property publicly, continuously and conspicuously for almost 25 years since 1985. In1995, my occupancy was legally challenged in court claiming that I was a ´precarista´(unlawful occupier). The plaintiff was unsuccessful in proving their case and I was absolved of all charges and awarded costs in my favour. Since this time I have occupied the same property in the same conspicuous manner with all bills and services being met timely and without question. My neighbours will verify my continued, unbroken, occupation of the property and good character during the whole 25 years.

I understand here in Spain there are various criteria to establish possession via Usucap*on, within appropriate prescribed time limits and under varying circumstances - Spanish Civil Code, Titula XV111 arts. 1940,1941,1957 etc.

My question is, as my occupation has not been successfully challenged for more than 25 years, can I initiate a procedure to acquire possession though Usucap*on or do I have to wait upon a further challenge that may never materialise. If successful, is title awarded or is just continued right of occupation granted.

Do I need the services of a ´specialist´ law firm or is this something your own law practice would consider; and if so, what could be the likely costs involved.

I would be happy to identify myself in due course to your law firm, but for the moment and for obvious delicate reasons, I would prefer to remain anonymous; this I am sure you understand.

B.J.