Italian Desk

Through our Italian desk, we provide comprehensive legal services to Italian clients, whether you're an individual, family, or business. With our deep understanding of both Italian and UK law, we are uniquely positioned to offer tailored solutions for your legal needs in the UK and across Europe.

Francesca Rossi. Head of the Italian desk, is dedicated to bridging both the cultural and legal gaps to deliver efficient and accurate legal solutions. She is readily available to meet clients in Italy or the UK, accommodating their specific requirements regarding UK, EU and international law.

As a firm that works with Italian clients, we have established strong relationships with leading law firms and professionals across Italy. Sherrards also collaborates closely with our international alliance members as part of the Alliott Global Alliance. These networks allow us to offer seamless legal advice for cross-border matters, ensuring that your interests are protected wherever you do business.

If you are…

An Italian national living in the UK: we can help with all aspects of UK immigration law, family law, tax planning, and real estate matters whether you’re planning to move to the UK or have already settled
An Italian expat in the UK: we offer services in areas such as estate planning, inheritance, and resolving any legal issues involving Italy.
An Italian company expanding to the UK: We assist with establishing businesses in the UK, tax planning, employment law, and cross-border transactions.
A UK company with Italian Interests If you are a UK-based company with dealings in Italy: we provide guidance on international business laws, tax issues, and dispute resolution.

Why Choose Us?

Our team of bilingual lawyers is fluent in both Italian and English, ensuring clear communication and expert advice. We combine our knowledge of Italian and UK legal systems to offer solutions that are both practical and effective.

With years of experience handling international legal matters, we are well-equipped to help Italian clients with legal issues that span both the UK and Italy, as well as other jurisdictions.

Areas of law we can assist with

We specialize in a wide range of legal services, ensuring that our Italian clients receive expert advice and representation, whether you’re dealing with personal matters, business issues, or international legal challenges.

Corporate & Commercial – whether you’re a small business or a large corporation, we offer strategic legal counsel on:

Company formation and registration in the UK
Mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures
Commercial contracts and disputes
Corporate governance and compliance

Commercial Property & Residential Real Estate – navigating the UK property market can be complex, especially for Italian nationals. We provide assistance with:

Buying, selling, and leasing property
Property development and construction contracts
Landlord-tenant disputes
Commercial real estate transactions

Private Wealth – our team provides expert advice on navigating UK tax regulations, with a focus on cross-border taxation issues. We assist Italian clients with:

Estate and inheritance planning
Cross-border tax compliance and mitigation
International tax advice
Wills and estate administration

Family Law – for personal matters, we offer compassionate and knowledgeable legal support for:

Divorce and separation
Child custody and support

Dispute Resolution – our litigation team is ready to represent you in:

Civil and commercial disputes
Mediation and arbitration
UK court representation
Enforcement of foreign judgments

We’re here to assist you. Whether you need advice on an immigration matter, are buying property in the UK, or seeking help with a commercial dispute, our team is ready to provide the legal expertise you need.