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💡 MCHM Lawyers - Lawyers - Payment Order Procedure, European Payment Order, European Small Claims Procedure 📎 Unpaid rent? Key points to choose between verbal trial and Payment Order Procedure 🏠 https://www.mchmabogados.es/idiomas/en/ 🔗 https://www.mchmabogados.es/idiomas/en/abogados-derecho-monitorios-almeria ⚖️ 📖 lawyers in almeria 📞 950 106 453 / 674 21 65 59 📧 info@mchmabogados.es 👉 Rental debts: Payment Order Procedure or verbal trial? ✨ https://www.mchmabogados.es/idiomas/en/abogados-derecho-monitorios-almeriagenerates uncertainty and concern for the landlord. In this scenario, the Spanish legal system offers two main routes to claim the owed amounts judicially: the verbal trial and the Payment Order Procedure. Choosing between one or the other is not a minor matter, as each procedure has procedural, strategic, and economic implications that must be carefully considered. ✍️ 1. Legal basis and nature of each procedure Verbal trial The verbal trial is a declarative procedure regulated in Article 250.1.1º of the Spanish Civil Procedure Act (LEC), which establishes that claims for rent collection must be processed through this route, regardless of the amount. It is the natural channel to claim unpaid rents arising from lease agreements, both for housing and other uses. Payment Order Procedure On the other hand, the Payment Order Procedure, regulated in Articles 812 to 818 of the LEC, is a special and summary process designed to claim monetary debts that are liquid, due, and enforceable, provided they are documented. In the context of rentals, it can only be used to claim unpaid rents of urban properties and does not allow the accumulation of other actions such as eviction. 2. When to opt for the verbal trial? The verbal trial is preferable in the following cases: • When future rents are to be claimed: Article 220 LEC allows including in the judgment the order to pay rents accrued after the claim, something that the Payment Order Procedure does not admit. • If the eviction action is accumulated: In cases where the tenant continues to occupy the property, it is more effective to file a joint claim for eviction and rent recovery. • When the tenant,s address is unknown: The verbal trial allows notification by edict on the court bulletin board, whereas the Payment Order Procedure requires personal notification. • To obtain cost awards: If a prior payment request has been made and the tenant does not comply, the verbal trial allows requesting cost awards, which does not occur if the tenant pays during the Payment Order Procedure. 3. When is the Payment Order Procedure more convenient? The Payment Order Procedure may be advantageous in situations such as: • When the tenant has already left the property and only unpaid rents are to be recovered. • If clear and sufficient documentation (contract, receipts, communications) is available to prove the debt. • When speed is sought: If the tenant does not object, the procedure ends with an order that allows direct enforcement without the need for a trial. • For low-amount claims: In cases where the debt does not exceed 2,000 euros, it is not mandatory to have a lawyer or solicitor, which reduces costs. 4. Territorial jurisdiction This aspect also influences the choice of procedure: • In the verbal trial, the competent court is the one where the leased property is located. • In the Payment Order Procedure, jurisdiction falls to the court of the defendant,s residence, which may generate complications if the tenant has changed residence. 5. Risks and strategic considerations Choosing the wrong procedure can involve unnecessary delays, additional costs, and evidentiary difficulties. For example, if a Payment Order Procedure is initiated and the tenant objects, the procedure becomes a verbal trial, which can lengthen the process. Additionally, in the Payment Order Procedure, future rents cannot be claimed nor can actions be accumulated, which limits its usefulness in certain cases. 6. Conclusion The decision between verbal trial and Payment Order Procedure should be based on a comprehensive assessment of the case: the property situation, the tenant,s conduct, the available documentation, the amount of the debt, and the landlord,s objectives. In general terms, the verbal trial offers greater legal certainty and flexibility, while the Payment Order Procedure can be faster and more economical if there is no objection. In any case, having specialized legal advice is key to ensuring an effective claim and avoiding procedural errors that could compromise the outcome. ✨ ⚖️ Welcome to the Civil Online process offered by MCHM Lawyers. Through our online platform, we provide the convenience of completing the entire procedure from the comfort of your home, without the need to visit our office or the courts (except mandatory procedures). Below, we guide you through each step of the process: Access to your Personal Account: Once you access our website https://www.mchmabogados.es/idiomas/en/inicio-sesion-mchmabogados-almeria [Civil], you can create a personal account or log in if you already have an existing account. From your personal account, you will have access to all the necessary tools to complete the Civil process. Uploading Documents: From your personal account, you can upload all the necessary documents to initiate the Civil process. This includes text documents, images, and any other relevant documents for your case. Receiving Notifications and Requests: Once you have uploaded your documents, you will receive notifications and requests through your personal account on our online platform. These notifications will include information about the status of your case, any required actions from you, and any important communication related to your Civil process. Process Tracking: From your personal account, you can track in real time the progress of your case. This includes information about hearings, court rulings, and any other relevant updates. Communication with your Lawyer: Through our online platform, you will be able to communicate directly with your assigned lawyer. You can make inquiries, ask questions, and receive personalized legal advice at any time during the process. Receiving the Judgment: Once the process has been completed, you will receive the final judgment through your personal account on our online platform. This judgment will include any decision made by the court regarding your Civil case. In summary, our Civil Online process offers the convenience and flexibility of completing the entire procedure from the comfort of your home, without the need to visit our office or the courts (except mandatory procedures). With access to your personal account on our online platform, you can upload documents, receive notifications, communicate with your lawyer, and track the progress of your case in real time. At MCHM Lawyers, we are committed to providing you with the best possible service throughout the Civil process. ✨ 📖 lawyers in almeria 📍 For more information, do not hesitate to contact MCHM Lawyers. ✍️ ⚓️ summary trial, payment order procedure, unpaid rent, legal claim, overdue rents, eviction, lease agreement, liquid debt, civil procedure, joinder of actions, cost award, procedural speed, supporting documentation, tenant´s objection, direct enforcement, territorial jurisdiction

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