José Oltra

Competent tax guidance with some communication delays

I engaged José Oltra for assistance with a complex international tax matter involving assets I inherited in Spain while residing in Indianapolis. His recognition in Tax Law by Best Lawyers was a primary factor in my selection, and his foundational knowledge in this area is evident. He provided a technically sound strategy for navigating the U.S.-Spain tax implications, which was ultimately successful. However, the experience was mixed. Given his practice in Valencia, coordinating across time zones led to significant delays in email responses, sometimes stretching to several business days, which added to my anxiety during filing deadlines. While his advice was precise, explanations sometimes felt overly technical and assumed a level of prior knowledge. For straightforward, non-urgent tax planning, his expertise is solid. For clients needing frequent updates or more hand-holding through the process, expectations should be managed. He resolved my core issue competently, but the logistical and communication aspects were merely adequate.