Hello everyone! I'm just taking a moment to introduce myself to the forum. I'm a middle-aged American as I stated with 17 years of experience in I.T., lately as a System Engineer for F5 BigIPs. I am looking at the possibility of citizenship because I was born in Spain and my mother was/is a Spanish citizen. I'm interested in the area around Madrid mainly, because of family and also likelihood of finding a suitable job.

Of course I do have questions, mainly concerning cost of living, quality and cost of schools (I have an 11 year old daughter.), job availability, and most importantly the whole residency/citizenship process (Anyone know of a good lawyer/solicitor/abogado experienced in immigration?).

Any assistance, comments, or encouragement are greatly appreciated.

Thanks!!!

Cosby in Minnesota