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Why Andorra?

Understanding Legal Services in Andorra

Andorra is a parliamentary co-principality with a distinctive legal system combining statute, custom, and case law. Navigating it requires a deep understanding of local procedure, language, and professional rules. Our platform connects you with experienced lawyers in Andorra who are admitted to the Col·legi Oficial d’Advocats d’Andorra and ready to handle your civil, commercial, labour, or criminal matter. Whether you need representation in court, advice on a transaction, or help with a dispute, the right legal partner can make all the difference. We provide a free, no-obligation matching service to simplify your search.


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How Legal Practice Works in Andorra

The following points summarise key aspects of the Andorran legal profession and judicial system, based on official sources. They will help you understand what to expect when working with a lawyer in the Principality.

Court system and jurisdiction

Andorra has a fully separated judicial power, administered by independent batlles and magistrates. The Batllia d’Andorra hears first instance and investigation, the Tribunal de Corts deals with serious criminal offences, and the Tribunal Superior de Justícia is the highest instance for appeals. Civil, criminal, and administrative jurisdictions are defined by the Llei qualificada de la Justícia of 3 September 1993.

Who may practise as a lawyer

The practice of law is reserved to advocates admitted to the Col·legi Oficial d’Advocats d’Andorra (CADA), regulated by Law 48/2014 (amended by Law 10/2023). Admission requires a recognised law degree, the Andorran aptitude certificate after exams, and completion of a practical traineeship. Andorra has no separate procurador profession: the advocate both represents and defends the client.

Costs and legal aid

Advocates’ fees are freely agreed between client and lawyer. Judicial fees (taxes judicials) exist in civil and administrative proceedings but not in criminal cases as such. Free legal aid (benefici de justícia gratuïta) may be granted by the judge to persons with insufficient resources, covering duty advocate assistance, representation, necessary expenses, and free copies or notarial acts.

Language and legal sources

Catalan is the sole official language of the courts: all proceedings, filings, and judgments are in Catalan. This is a practical point for foreign clients who need documents translated or drafted appropriately. Andorran civil law is not codified in a single code; it combines statutes, usages and customs, and case law of the Tribunal Superior de Justícia, so legal research often involves both legislation and jurisprudence.

Proceedings without a lawyer

The Codi de procediment civil contemplates processes where defence by an advocate is not mandatory, such as certain voluntary jurisdiction matters. However, in contentious proceedings, representation by an advocate is the general rule. The law defines specific exceptions, and the Public Prosecution Service intervenes in cases involving minors, judicially modified capacity, or the public interest.

Key time limits in Andorra

Legal matter Applicable deadline Note
Civil appeal against final judgments 20 business days from notification (13 in special procedures; 5 for urgent internment) Period to file an appeal in ordinary civil proceedings.
Opposition to an admitted civil appeal 20 business days (13 in special procedures) Time for the respondent to oppose the appeal once admitted.
Motion for reconsideration (recurs de reposició) 13 business days from notification Period to request the same court to reconsider its resolution.
Notification of judicial resolutions Maximum 5 business days from issuance Deadline for the court to notify the parties of a resolution.
Choice of ordinary civil procedure Claims of EUR 20,000 or more, indefinite value, or not suitable for verbal procedure Threshold for using the ordinary (full) civil procedure.
Minimum duration of a residential lease 3 years (mandatory minimum for habitual and permanent residence) Minimum lease term for a dwelling used as primary residence.
Decision on an application for free legal aid Maximum of 1 month from filing complete application Time for the judge to decide on the request for free legal aid.
Computation of procedural periods (dies hàbils) Business days only; Saturdays, Sundays, public holidays, August and Christmas period excluded Rule for counting procedural deadlines in Andorran courts.
Labour – extinctive prescription of actions from employment contract 1 year Time limit to bring actions arising from the employment relationship.
Labour – challenge to dismissal or employee’s resignation 40 business days (caducitat) Deadline to challenge a dismissal or resignation via judicial process.
Labour – prescription of disciplinary offences (employer’s power to sanction) 20 calendar days (minor), 30 (serious), 60 (very serious); in any case 12 months from commission Time limits for the employer to impose disciplinary sanctions.
Civil enforcement – caducity of executive action 30 years Period after which an executive action can no longer be initiated.

All data is verified against official Andorran sources (Government, Bar Association, and the Official Legal Portal) as of June 2025.


Common Challenges

The Complexity of Andorran Law

Andorra’s legal system has unique features that can be difficult for non-residents to navigate.

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Strict procedural deadlines

Civil appeals must be filed within 20 business days, and labour dismissal challenges within 40 business days. Missing a deadline can mean losing your rights.

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Language barrier

All court proceedings and documents are in Catalan. Without a bilingual lawyer, you may struggle to understand filings or communicate with the court.

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Unfamiliar legal sources

There is no single civil code; the law combines statutes, custom, and case law. Identifying the applicable rule often requires specialised research.


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FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions About Lawyers in Andorra

What are the requirements to practise as a lawyer in Andorra?

To practise in Andorra, a lawyer must be admitted to the Col·legi Oficial d’Advocats d’Andorra. Admission requires a law degree, the Andorran aptitude certificate after exams, and completion of the practical traineeship regulated by the Government, in accordance with Law 48/2014 as amended by Law 10/2023.

Can a lawyer from another country represent me in Andorran courts?

No. Andorra has no separate procurador profession, and procedural representation and defence must be carried out by an advocate admitted to the Andorran bar. Foreign lawyers cannot appear before Andorran courts unless they obtain admission to the Col·legi d’Advocats.

Is legal aid available for those who cannot afford a lawyer?

Yes. Free legal aid (benefici de justícia gratuïta) may be granted by the judge to persons who prove insufficient economic resources. It covers assistance by the duty advocate, representation in criminal proceedings, necessary expenses, and free copies of judicial or notarial documents.

What is the time limit to appeal a civil judgment in Andorra?

A civil appeal against a final judgment must be filed within 20 business days from notification. In special procedures the deadline is 13 business days, and for urgent internment decisions it is 5 business days. Business days exclude Saturdays, Sundays, public holidays, August, and the Christmas period.

Do I always need a lawyer for court proceedings in Andorra?

Not always. The Civil Procedure Code contemplates procedures where defence by an advocate is not mandatory, such as certain voluntary jurisdiction matters. However, in contentious proceedings, representation by an advocate is generally obligatory.

Are court proceedings in Andorra conducted in Catalan only?

Yes. Catalan is the sole official language of the State and of judicial activity. All proceedings, filings, and judgments are in Catalan. If you do not speak Catalan, you should engage a lawyer who can communicate with you in your language.


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