The Italian Lawyer blog: legal news, guides and updates

As a foreign property owner in Italy, you won't receive an IMU tax bill. Our expert guide explains how to calculate your liability and pay on time to avoid costly penalties.Read More

This practical guide explains how Italian divorce works, what happens when more than one country is involved, and the key steps international couples should consider before filing or agreeing to any settlement.Read More

If you were harmed by a medical error in an Italian hospital, clinic, or dentist’s chair, you have the right to claim compensation, even if you’ve already returned home. This comprehensive guide explains the Gelli‑Bianco Law, the 5‑ and 10‑year limitation periods, how damages are calculated, and the step‑by‑step claims process.Read More

The Italian Civil Code establishes that succession begins immediately upon death, with heirs automatically inheriting both assets and liabilities, and it is completed with the formal devolution of the assets. Unlike some common law countries, there is no need for a probate court process in Italy. However, heirs can protect themselves from inherited debts by...Read More

The Italian Civil Code establishes that succession begins immediately upon death, with heirs automatically inheriting both assets and liabilities, and it is completed with the formal devolution of the assets. Unlike some common law countries, there is no need for a probate court process in Italy. However, heirs can protect themselves from inherited debts by...Read More

The Italian Civil Code establishes that succession begins immediately upon death, with heirs automatically inheriting both assets and liabilities, and it is completed with the formal devolution of the assets. Unlike some common law countries, there is no need for a probate court process in Italy. However, heirs can protect themselves from inherited debts by...Read More

The Italian Civil Code establishes that succession begins immediately upon death, with heirs automatically inheriting both assets and liabilities, and it is completed with the formal devolution of the assets. Unlike some common law countries, there is no need for a probate court process in Italy. However, heirs can protect themselves from inherited debts by...Read More

Italy's Q1 2026 capital markets reform introduces a 30% takeover threshold, lower squeeze-out rules and a simplified regime for SMEs. For listed companies and cross-border investors, this changes the playbook. Our guide explains the five critical shifts you need to know before the new rules force your hand.Read More

Italian M&A has a new rulebook in 2026. This guide explains what international buyers must know before acquiring or taking a company private in Italy: the unified 30% mandatory bid threshold, the 90% squeeze-out rule, the reformed golden power regime and the tax changes that now shape deal value and timelines.Read More

The Rottamazione Quinquies window is now open. This is a rare chance to settle historical tax debts without penalties or interest. But with a strict 30 April deadline and tough new forfeiture rules, timing is everything. Read our complete 2026 guide to securing your financial clean slate.Read More

Buying property in Italy can feel straightforward until you meet the reality: unfamiliar legal concepts, documents in Italian, and contracts that become binding earlier than expected.Read More

Three EU directives reshape Italian employment law from 1 January 2026: work-life balance (14-month parental leave at 80% salary), transparent contracts (€250–€1,500 fines), right to disconnect. UK employers face €25K+ non-compliance risk.Read More