International Family Law
Cross-border assistance
The firm provides support in international family law, offering comprehensive legal advice and assistance in cases involving international family relationships, such as residence in different countries, different citizenships, or relocations abroad. Our services range from assistance in pre-litigation mediation and negotiation, to the preparation of out-of-court agreements, and representation in civil proceedings before the competent authorities.
Divorce and parental agreement
The firm provides legal support in managing international divorces, handling all legal aspects related to: Identification of competent jurisdiction and applicable law; Definition of financial and personal circumstances; Drafting and validating out-of-court agreements regarding parental responsibility, maintenance, and visitation rights.
Particular attention is paid to the interests of the minors involved, with solutions geared toward protecting emotional continuity and respecting parental rights.
Children abduction
The firm focuses on handling international child abduction cases, in civil matters, pursuant to the Hague Convention of 25 October 1980 and relevant European regulations. Assistance is provided in proceedings for: the return of the child to the country of habitual residence; the opposition to the return request where the conditions set forth by international law are met; the cross-border regulation of parental responsibility. In these cases, the firm works in collaboration with the competent central authorities, foreign consultants, and local professionals, ensuring efficient, coordinated management, geared toward protecting the child’s best interests.
Susanna Eichner