If you think your dismissal was unfair, you are not alone. An unfair dismissal can take away your income, stability and peace of mind from one day to the next. At BBM Abogados we have spent more than 30 years defending workers in Santander so that they receive the maximum compensation the law guarantees them.
✓ More than 30 years of experience in employment law
✓ Assessment of your case within 24 hours
✓ Fees linked to the outcome
Why trust professionals to challenge an unfair dismissal?
When a company decides to let go of an employee without a legally justified cause, the margin for error in the claim can cost you thousands of euros. The deadlines are strict —you have only 20 working days from the dismissal letter to lodge the conciliation request—, and any mistake in the paperwork or the strategy can drastically reduce the compensation you are owed.
A solicitor specialising in unfair dismissals doesn’t just advise you: they negotiate with the company from a position of strength, review every clause of your contract, spot irregularities in the procedure and act both in conciliation and before the courts if necessary. The outcome can make the difference between collecting 20 days per year or 33 days per year worked, plus back wages. Don’t leave to chance something that defines your financial future.
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Signs that your dismissal may be unfair
- You have been given a dismissal letter with no clear reason — The company alleges vague or generic causes that don’t match the reality of your work.
- The procedure hasn’t been followed correctly — There was no prior disciplinary file, signatures are missing or the notification was defective.
- You’ve been at the company only a short time and are dismissed just before consolidating rights — A common tactic to avoid larger compensation that may be challengeable.
- You suspect the real reason is personal or discriminatory — Pregnancy, sick leave, union activity or a conflict with a superior are null or unfair grounds.
- You are offered compensation below the legal amount — If the company pressures you to sign for a low figure, they probably know the dismissal has no legal basis.
- Your post still exists or has been filled by someone else — This contradicts any argument of an objective dismissal on economic or organisational grounds.
What does the unfair dismissal claim service involve?
Our service is comprehensive: we stand by you from the moment you receive the dismissal letter until you collect what you are owed. We analyse your full employment situation, identify whether the dismissal is unfair or even null and void —which could mean reinstatement— and design the best strategy for each case.
- Full review of the contract and the dismissal letter to spot irregularities from the outset.
- Handling of the conciliation request before the SMAC within the legal deadlines.
- Out-of-court negotiation with the company to reach the most favourable agreement possible.
- Representation at trial before the employment tribunal (Juzgado de lo Social) if there is no satisfactory agreement.
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Benefits of challenging your unfair dismissal with BBM Abogados
Speed | We respond in under 24 hours so no legal deadline is missed.
Maximum compensation | We study every detail to secure the largest possible compensation: 33 days per year plus back wages.
No financial risk | In many employment cases we work on a fee arrangement conditional on the result.
Direct dealing | Your case is handled by a solicitor specialising in employment law, not by an administrator or a case handler.
“At BBM Abogados we defend the interests of individuals and businesses in Santander and Cantabria with a close, rigorous and fully transparent approach. If you have doubts about your case, we help you see it clearly.”
Who do we help in Santander and Cantabria?
From our practice in Santander we assist workers throughout the autonomous community of Cantabria who are facing an unfair dismissal:
- Employees at private companies in any sector: hospitality, retail, construction, services, industry.
- Employees on temporary or permanent contracts who have been dismissed irregularly.
- People on sick leave or maternity/paternity leave whose dismissals may be declared null and void.
- Workers at large retailers and multinationals based in Santander or elsewhere in Cantabria.
- Professionals who have suffered a disguised dismissal through pressure to resign voluntarily.
Why choose BBM Abogados for your unfair dismissal?
More than 30 years of employment experience | Founded in 1990, we have handled hundreds of dismissal cases with verifiable results in Cantabria.
A specialised, up-to-date team | Our employment solicitors closely follow every reform of the Workers’ Statute and the latest case law.
Defence at every level | From the prior conciliation to the High Court of Justice of Cantabria, without you having to change solicitor.
Transparency from day one | We explain clearly what compensation you can expect, how long the process may take and what the fees are before you sign anything.
Do you think your dismissal was unfair? Don’t wait any longer.
Every day that passes without acting brings the 20-working-day deadline closer. One call or message can change everything.
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Frequently asked questions
How long do I have to challenge an unfair dismissal?
You have 20 working days from the date of dismissal to lodge the conciliation request before the SMAC. If you let that deadline pass, you lose the right to claim, so it is essential to act as soon as possible.
How much money am I owed if my dismissal is declared unfair?
If the dismissal is declared unfair, you are entitled to 33 days’ salary per year worked (up to a maximum of 24 months’ pay) for contracts after February 2012. In addition, in certain cases you may collect the back wages corresponding to the time elapsed until the case is resolved.
What is the difference between an unfair dismissal and a null and void dismissal?
An unfair dismissal gives the worker the right to choose between compensation and reinstatement. A null and void dismissal —which occurs when the real motive is discriminatory or breaches fundamental rights, such as pregnancy or sick leave— requires the company to reinstate the worker and pay all the wages they were denied.
Can I still claim even though I signed the settlement (finiquito)?
Yes, in most cases. Signing the settlement (finiquito) does not mean giving up the right to challenge the dismissal, unless you have expressly signed a waiver-of-actions clause with legal assistance. A solicitor can review what you signed and determine whether you can still claim.
Is it necessary to go to trial to collect the compensation?
Not necessarily. Many cases are resolved at the conciliation stage before trial, where the company agrees to pay the compensation to avoid court proceedings. However, if there is no agreement, at BBM Abogados we represent you before the employment tribunal (Juzgado de lo Social) with every safeguard.
How much do solicitors charge for an unfair dismissal case?
At BBM Abogados the first consultation is without obligation. The fees depend on each case and we agree them with you transparently before starting. In many cases we work with fees conditional on the result, so you only pay if we win.