c_legal is an award-winning boutique law firm specializing in Italian real estate and administrative law, assisting national and foreign investors in specialized cross-border real estate transactions concerning Italian property.
The firm gained an excellent reputation for quality, expertise and professionalism. Thanks to its focus specialization in real estate and administrative law, c_legal has become a reference point in Italy.
The Firm is active in the entire country with its offices in Palermo, Rome, Ostuni, Noto (Syracuse) and Milan, it has fully operative offices in New York and and Buenos Aires.
The c_legal team of multilingual lawyers and chartered accountants works together to solve issues related to the process of real estate transactions, construction, ownership and management.
The English speaking Italian lawyers act as independent legal advisors. The firm offers a wide range of services: from real estate residential and commercial investments to due diligence before any investment valuation, from administrative law to taxation on real estate, establishment new companies under Italian law, to property management and related management of real estate assets.
With rigorous respect of the deontological code and avoiding any situation of conflict of interest, c_legal’s objective is to be a prominent law firm, serving private clients, businesses and public authorities to the very highest standards.
Our service is characterized by a long-term, relational and knowledge-based approach, building the foundation of our trust through communication, cooperation and versatility. Our law firm is a place open to the different needs of our clients.
Our lawyers are enrolled in some foreign Embassies and Consulate in Italy and Italian Diplomatic Representation abroad and are members of the International Bar Association (IBA) and International Association of Lawyers (UIA)
The Firm has been listed among the "Best Law Firm of the Year 2020" in Real Estate and Administrative Law by Sole 24 Ore, the most important financial-economic Italian newspaper.
In Italy, real estate investments can be done through a foreign company or a new company established in Italy.
c_legal law firm guides its clients through all the required steps for company formation in Italy: registration, incorporation, planning and beyond. But our services start well before the actual business formation takes place and advise our clients on the most suitable legal structure for any business, analyzing details such as the size of the company, number of shareholders, the purpose of the business, related costs, management and accountant services and other issues that will have consequences on the associated taxes, thus taking into account all related risks. If you are looking to set up a business in Italy, look to c_legal to help. Book a free consultation now to speak with one of our bilingual attorneys.
Starting a Business in Italy
While starting a business in Italy is easier and faster compared to the previous years, it is still a complicated and paperwork-heavy process that demands the assistance of a knowledgeable law firm. Thanks to c_legal’s simple, consistent and effective legal assistance, it is now easier than ever. Your new company can be set up also without your physical presence in Italy—this is something we help clients with every day. Our experienced international lawyer can manage it and guide you through the right step.
The c_legal’s business setup services include:
Startup of business
Business creation
Modification of an existing business
Termination of the company and related publications
Harmonization of foreign operations with national and European law, also concerning the International Agreements signed between countries to avoid double taxation
Assistance for the Special Power of Attorney or General Power of Attorney
Opening of the new company’s necessary bank account
Representation and assistance before the Notary public in order to sign the Memorandum and Article of Association
Assistance for the new company’s registration before the Commercial Registry
Application for the VAT number, or company tax identification number
Assistance for the implementation regarding the related activities connected to the new company
All the business setup services can be provided with no need for a physical presence in Italy, through a Power of Attorney to our lawyers- a service that can save you time and money.
Italian Business Setup Law Firm
When looking for an Italian law firm to help create the best business structure for you and your needs, look for a firm that offers comprehensive services combined with experience. Look no further than c_legal.
Book your free consultation with us today to get your questions answered and get started.
As part of our comprehensive Italian real estate practice, c_legal assists its clients with real estate arbitration and litigation cases. From alternative dispute resolution to out-of-court settlement and mediation between parties, you want Italian-trained lawyers taking on your issue to ensure that what was done wrong before won’t happen again!
Whether cordial or contentious, our ultimate goal is to get your issue resolved in your favour so you can move forward. We know how to get that done. If you are dealing with a small or large real estate dispute, the best thing you can do is get proper local legal representation right away—doing so can save you time and money and ensure that your issue does not become bigger or more expensive than absolutely necessary. Like with any legal proceeding, there are important filing deadlines that cannot be missed when handling a real estate dispute.
Litigation is rarely a productive goal for clients, but we have tremendous experience in this field should your situation require it. Arbitration often results in quicker, more cost-effective resolutions for our clients. In Italy, arbitration has become the norm for international and domestic commercial dispute resolution and it can take on a formal or informal tone. Some common Italian real estate dispute scenarios include:
Invoicing disputes
Builder issues
Buyer/seller contract breaches
Construction issues
General breach of contract and professional misrepresentation
c_legal assists its clients in reducing dispute risks or avoiding issues escalating to litigation concerning real estate.
Disputes within real estate matters are often unavoidable. In such cases, c_legal’s approach is always pragmatic, providing cost-effective support to guarantee clients the best outcome.
As with everything we do, our clients do not need to be physically present in Italy to get the best legal representation—even if your case is in court or arbitration. If you are dealing with a new or ongoing Italian real estate issue and need help, look no further than c_legal to assist you. We are ready to get started helping you today!
Estate planning is not a static process but a dynamic one that can benefit families in life and death.
At c_legal, our bi-lingual estate planning lawyers assist our foreign and domestic clients in the management of their assets and properties located in Italy, purchasing property, holding bank accounts, suggesting life insurance policies, shares or other kinds of financial products. Our goal is to help you create a comprehensive Italian estate plan that fully expresses your wishes and protects the interests of your loved ones upon your passing. Book a free consultation today to learn more.
Benefits of an Estate Plan
As your Italian estate planning law firm, c_legal will ensure a smooth estate distribution, in order to help your loved ones, avoid future legal problems, complications, delays, formalities and additional costs for properties or assets located in Italy. During the succession and inheritance procedure, clients may pay additional costs, and the c_legal lawyers are available to help and assist their clients during this common Italian estate procedure.
c_legal law firm provides legal assistance in drafting wills, regulating the wealth transfer from one person to another, often concerning real estate assets. This is a crucial step that needs proper assistance to translate the client’s wishes into valid wills that fully cover the estate.
Our laws stipulate a “legittima” (an obligatory share of the statutory heirs), which must be necessarily considered when drawing up a Will. Our lawyers are always ready to inform the heirs about the extent of their rights and obligations.
The whole area of Inheritance and Wills represents a crucial moment for everybody and the wealth transfer regulation often concerns real estate assets, among other things. While the creation and ultimate distribution of a will may seem complex, working with c_legal helps to ensure that everything is fully covered and everyone is fully informed.
Italian Succession
It is not just assets that are transferred on death. Italian succession is the legal phrase used to describe the passage of assets and liabilities to the heirs of the deceased. Based on the principle of unity of inheritance, Italian succession can be carried out formally or informally depending on the relationship of the parties involved and the complexity of the estate.
If there is no will, Italian law regulates the assets’ distribution. It is essential to follow what’s stated in-laws and regulations of the country of the last habitual residence, and this may cause several problems concerning assets located in Italy. An inheritance also involves important fiscal charges that must be given prompt attention and payment.
C_Legal Italian Estate Planning Law Firm
Do not make the mistake so many people make and overly delay putting together an estate plan. When you hire c_legal as your estate planning law firm, you hire a highly experienced team of International lawyers that know how to protect your interests. Get in touch with us today to learn more about the process, get your questions answered and get started! We look forward to hearing from you!
