Foundations, cooperatives and non-profit entities
Incorporation and legal structure for foundations, associations, cooperatives, federations and other third-sector entities: legal form selection, drafting of articles, registry filing, public utility declaration and document review for entities channelling public or private grants.
How we work
Our methodology for this service
Legal form selection and registration
We advise on the most appropriate legal form — foundation, association, cooperative, federation or social economy entity — based on the purpose, governance structure and legal requirements of each type.
Drafting articles and founding documentation
We draft the articles, operating regulations, founding minutes and other internal documentation needed to establish the entity on a solid legal footing adapted to its actual activities.
Registration and administrative authorisations
We manage registration in the corresponding registries — Foundations, Cooperatives, Associations — and process the declaration of public utility or other administrative recognition where applicable.
Document review for funding access
We review the entity's documentation to ensure it meets the transparency and governance requirements demanded by public funding calls, grants and private financing programmes.
Who this is for
Promoter groups for cultural, educational or research foundations, social economy initiatives opting for cooperative form, and third-sector organisations needing a robust legal structure to develop their activities and access public or private funding.
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Why MES Legal?
- Specialist lawyers with proven expertise in each practice area
- Offices in Barcelona and Madrid with national coverage throughout Spain
- Results-oriented, practical approach with clear risk management
- Direct professional relationship — no large-firm layers or intermediaries
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