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Arbitration in Italy

Arbitration is a method for settling a dispute that is chosen by many entrepreneurs who are running different types of businesses abroad and who don’t want to go in court to solve varied problems. Trials might take to long, therefore, arbitration might be the optimal solution. Arbitration can be applied for civil and…

Power of Attorney in Italy

Foreign persons who need to perform different legal actions in Italy and can’t be physically present in the country to handle these procedures or who prefer to delegate someone else can give the power of attorney to another person. This document is called “procura generale” or “procura speciale” in Italian and it must be drafted…

Civil Law in Italy

The Civil Code in Italy contains elements from older and trustworthy rules of law, such as the Roman law, Napoleonic Civil Code, the German laws and the Italian Constitution that came into force in 1948. The present Civil Code also contains parts of the regulations of the former Kingdom of Sardinia; our team of Italian lawyers can provide an…

Importing and exporting in Italy

The main trading partner for Italy is represented by Germany, a country that ranks on the first place for both the imports and exports activities. Companies that are trading in Italy should also apply for an Italian EORI number. Exports in Germany represent 12% of the entire Italian exports. Germany is followed by France, the United States of America, the…

Intellectual Property in Italy

The main laws regarding the protection of intellectual property rights in Italy are the Civil Code and the Industrial Property Code, which have incorporated the major legislative elements from the European and international legislation. The Italian Code contains regulations related to trademarks, patents, inventions, models, designs etc. and the way in which they can be…

Buying a Company in Italy

The Italian economy is showing positive prospects, as at the beginning of 2016 the local authorities have signed various agreements that will lead to important financial projects. Foreign investors interested in opening a company in Italy should know that there are two possibilities through which they can set up a business here; first options…

Employment Law in Italy

Every local or foreign citizen working legally in Italy must sign an employment contract, in accordance with the provisions of the Italian employment law. The employment contract, which has to be signed by both the employer and the employee, must contain information related to the employee, taxes which have to be paid by both parties, the profession of the employee and…

Purchasing a Property in Italy

Before you buy a house in Italy it is best to verify the property, with the legal support of our Italian lawyers who can offer real estate due diligence procedures which will secure the success of the purchase. The procedure itself is rather complex, and it is highly recommended to receive professional assistance on the legislation in the field…

Divorce in Italy

The Italian family law is regulated by the Civil Code, which prescribes the legal framework for family related matters, such as marriage, divorce, divorce proceedings, regulations concerning the rights of children, including during and after the separation of the parents (child support and child maintenance). Quick Facts Divorce legislation in Italy - Civil Law, - Fast-Track Divorce…

EORI Registration in Italy

The EORI number consists of a unique identification code that will be issued by the Italian Customs Authorities to all companies carrying out intra-community supplies of goods. The EORI registration system was created to provide easy access and this is why it is organized at the level of each EU country and a European level. Our team of…