
Your Trusted Extradition Law Firm in Spain
CHABANEIX ABOGADOS is currently the leading law firm in extradition proceedings in Spain.
The firm was founded by Luis CHABANEIX, a recognized expert in extraditions who has successfully defended these proceedings since 2008. Luis CHABANEIX and his team have handled extradition procedures requested by more than 50 different countries. They are also authors of numerous legal articles on extradition.
CHABANEIX ABOGADOS has the greatest Spanish authority in extradition matters on its team, Carlos BAUTISTA, former prosecutor of the National Court, who has been the Chief Prosecutor for Extraditions at the National Court since 2005, directing and supervising over 1000 extradition proceedings and European Arrest Warrants during those years.
He is the author of the reference manual on the subject: “Passive Extradition Procedure” published by Sepin.
Luis CHABANEIX (President) and Carlos BAUTISTA (Vice-President) are the founders of the first international association of lawyers specialized in extradition: IELEA.

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Articles on extraditions from our law firm
At Chabaneix, we understand the importance of staying informed about the latest developments in extradition law. Our extradition law firm regularly contributes to various publications, sharing insights and analysis on extradition matters. Below, you will find a selection of articles that highlight our expertise in extradition law.

- Passive extradition: grounds for refusal
- The principle of reciprocity in the extraditional procedure and its aspect in the protection of nationals
- The right of asylum and the passive extradition procedure in Spain
- The extradition procedures before the National Court are initiated by the existence of a red card in INTERPOL, but does the work end with the completion of the extradition procedure?
- European citizenship and extradition: the Petruhin doctrine
- The principle of double criminality in the extradition procedure
- Enough of “forum shopping” and “fake” extraditions
News of successful cases in extraditions
We are proud to share the recognition our extradition law firm has received from reputable news outlets. Our consistent success in handling complex extradition cases has positioned us as leading extradition lawyers in Spain. Below are publications highlighting our achievements.
- Denial of extradition request made by the Chilean authorities
- The National Court denies the extradition to Andorra of a Russian businessman
- The Criminal Chamber of the Third Section of the National Court rejects by order of December 11, 2020 the extradition of D. Khaled Nezzar to Algeria, defended by Luis Chabaneix
- “In Russia they will torture me until I say what they want”
- The National Court upholds the defense of Chabaneix Abogados and cancels the extradition to Cuba of a historic dissident
- The National Court rejects the extradition of a person convicted of corruption on the East-West Highway in Algeria
- Spain denies the extradition to Benin of Komi Koutché, the country’s former Minister of Economy
- The Spanish Justice denies the extradition of the opposition leader of the Republic of Benin, Komi Koutché
CONTACT CHABANEIX FOR EXPERT LEGAL ADVICE ON EXTRADITION LAW
Facing extradition can be daunting, but with Chabaneix, you can be confident in having the best legal support. Our team of dedicated extradition lawyers is ready to assist you with expert advice and comprehensive legal representation. Contact us today to learn more about our services and how we can help you navigate the complexities of extradition law in Spain.
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