A relative has been arrested
Assistance for detainees during the first steps.
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Lawyers in Barcelona and L’Hospitalet
When it matters, know what to do next
Advice and defence in criminal, civil and employment matters.
The first step
What is happening?
Identify the situation you are in and find the area that may help.
I have received a summons or complaint
Review what it means and what to prepare.
Review my situationI am the victim of a crime
Consider private prosecution and the next steps.
Consider prosecutionThere is a risk to my company
Criminal defence for the company and its directors.
Corporate crimePractice areas
Criminal defence first. Civil and employment when the matter needs it.
Javier Bravo Ciudad
Criminal law
Defence of suspects and defendants and private prosecution for victims, from the police station through trial, appeals and enforcement.
Criminal law for individuals →Corporate crime and compliance →
Civil
Family, succession, inheritance, contracts, tenancies, debt claims and mediation.
See civil law →Employment
Dismissals, sanctions, workplace accidents, disability rulings and compensation.
See employment law →BRAVO method
A defence cannot be improvised.
Every matter depends on its facts, evidence and procedural stage. We bring those decisions into focus honestly.
Facts and timing
Understand what happened, what deadline exists and where the matter stands.
Evidence and risks
Separate what matters and identify what needs protecting.
A possible route
Explain the options and choose a course without promising results.
The firm
A firm with history and a clear way of working.
The idea for the firm began in 1998. Belén’s office opened in 2001, Javier’s project began in 2004 and the Bravo Advocats brand was established in 2007. The Rambla Just Oliveras office opened in 2013 and the structure became an SLU in 2026.
1998The idea for the firm begins.
2007The Bravo Advocats brand is established.
2013Rambla Just Oliveras, 64 office.
Javier Bravo Ciudad
Criminal defence with direction and judgement.
Javier Bravo Ciudad leads the criminal law area. He has practised since 2006, focusing on criminal defence and private prosecution for individuals, professionals, directors and companies.
Every matter has a responsible lawyer, with continuity in follow-up and a coordinated team.
ICAB 31,660 · Director of Bravo Advocats
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Frequently asked questions
Before you start.
Questions that often come up at first contact.
What happens in the first consultation?
The firm reviews the matter, its stage and the available documents to explain the next step.
Can I ask about a summons or complaint?
Yes. Bring the summons, complaint or decision and any deadlines shown on it.
What if I do not know which area applies?
Write to us or call the firm. If the matter is civil or employment-related, we will direct it to the appropriate area.
Legal resources
Information for better decisions.
Legal resources
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Articles and analysis from the firm.
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Tools to help prepare the next step.
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Close to you.
Ready to listen.
Rambla Just Oliveras, 64, entresol 1
08901 L’Hospitalet de Llobregat · Barcelona
We attend consultations Monday to Thursday from 9 am to 6 pm and Friday from 9 am to 2 pm. Any intervention is subject to availability, conflict-of-interest checks and acceptance of the instruction.