Spanish Tax Pickpockets is a legal advocacy effort led by international law firm Amsterdam & Partners LLP.
Amsterdam & Partners LLP is an international law firm with offices in London and Washington DC. The firm was approached by a group of victims to represent those who have been adversely impacted by unfair audits, investigations, and onerous financial claims made by the Spanish revenue authorities without foundation. Our campaign aims to develop a collective response to bring to light these deceptive and unfair practices and defend the rights of those misled by the Beckham Law in Spain.
TRAPPED IN A BAIT-AND-SWITCH SCHEME
Many foreign executives relocated with their families to live in Spain based on the promise of the Beckham Law, which applied a flat rate to earnings in the country. However after they had settled, the rules changed and many were singled out.
Unprompted and unexplained audits
Attempted asset seizures of foreign property
Onerous, expensive, and confusing compliance requirements
FUNDAMENTAL RIGHTS VIOLATED
The Spanish revenue authority (AEAT) has shown a pattern of discrimination and persecution against high-income foreign residents which may involve violations of their legal rights under numerous international treaties.
The EU Charter of Fundamental Rights, which guarantees the right to an effective remedy and fair treatment by public authorities.
Proportionality principles enshrined in EU law, requiring enforcement measures to be reasonable and equitable.
Protections under the European Convention on Human Rights against unfair discrimination and abuse of state power.