We offer a free consultation to all suitable clients. This introductory meeting isn’t just a starting point - our top-tier family lawyers consider the most strategic course of action tailored to your situation, offering insight very few firms can match. We will then be able to give you a sense of the possible outcomes of your case, and even the likely cost.
Over the last 20 years, we’ve refined our approach while supporting thousands of clients around the world. From the very first conversation, clients are empowered to consider the most effective options, and make confident, informed decisions from the outset, guided by exceptional legal minds with a proven track record in high-stakes family law.
Genoa is home to a growing number of young professionals, property owners, and entrepreneurs, drawn in by its rich blend of culture, history and architecture. For expatriates, family law issues often span borders – entwining multiple legal systems, jurisdictions, and financial complexities. That’s where Vardags excels. Whether navigating international divorce or coordinating child arrangements across countries, we bring the global perspective and strategic depth needed to guide clients through even the most intricate cross-border challenges.
For individuals based in Genoa facing complex and high-stakes family matters, our leading lawyers are uniquely placed to deliver top-tier guidance, ensuring every aspect of your case is handled with the discretion it demands. Our expertise lies in handling international divorces that involve substantial financial interests, including business ownership, real estate investments, offshore structures, and trusts. Whether you’re seeking to protect significant personal wealth, or secure a financial settlement that reflects your contributions and future needs, our team is here to guide you through every stage of the process.
We understand how essential it is to preserve your lifestyle, ensure long-term financial security, and have your perspective fully represented – especially when the stakes are high. With our founder, Ayesha Vardag, based in Italy, we offer a deep, culturally informed understanding of cross-border separation. With the support of our London-based leading financial forensic experts, our Genoa clients benefit from a bespoke legal service that truly distinguishes us from the rest.
If you’re based in Genoa, or the surrounding areas of Alessandria, La Spezia, or along the Ligurian coast, our team of top-tier family lawyers are ready to assist. Clients in Genoa choose Vardags because:
We specialise in complex, high-value divorce cases. Our expertise spans business ownership, property portfolios, trusts, and offshore assets – ensuring every financial detail is handled with precision.
We understand the pressures of professional and public life. Our team works closely with executives, entrepreneurs, and public figures, adapting our approach to suit their unique circumstances and expectations.
We protect your reputation and privacy. Sensitive matters are handled with discretion, safeguarding both your personal life and public image.
We offer strategic financial guidance tailored to your priorities. Whether you’re protecting business interests or seeking a settlement that reflects your future needs, we provide clear, commercially focused advice throughout.
We bring top-tier expertise to Genoa. Our clients benefit from the same high-level legal representation and financial forensics found in London’s leading firms – without needing to leave the region.
In high-value family matters, the first step can define the outcome. If you think you need our help, contact Vardags before your spouse does.
The Tribunale Ordinario di Genova is located in Piazza Portoria, right in the city center near Piazza De Ferrari and the Palazzo Ducale. If you are arriving by train, it’s about a 15-minute walk from Genova Brignole Station or a short ride from Genova Piazza Principe Station. You can also take bus routes 18, 20, 35, or 36, which stop at XX Settembre/De Ferrari, just a few minutes’ walk from the court. The nearest metro station is De Ferrari, on the city’s single metro line. For those driving, parking is available at Park Piccapietra or Garage De Ferrari, both close to Piazza Portoria. The court is well-connected by public transport and easily accessible from all major landmarks in Genoa.
We offer a free consultation to all suitable clients. This is not just a formality. We take the time to understand your unique situation, explain the next steps, and provide a clear sense of potential outcomes and likely costs.
Timing matters in high-stakes family law. If you think you might need our help, don’t delay.
Maria is an Italian Avvocato qualified to practise law in Italy and a solicitor qualified to practice law in England, and Wales, having successfully passed the Qualified Lawyers Transfer Scheme (QLTS). Maria is uniquely qualified to assist clients in cross-jurisdictional disputes, or where there are complex Italian elements to the proceedings, such as custody disputes or pre-marital arrangements such as “communione separazione dei beni”.
Maria’s skills are endlessly praised by the many high net worth international Italian clients she represents. Her nurturing personality greatly complements her legal and analytical skills, making her a great asset on any case.
Francesca Zanasi is a powerhouse in Italian family law, known for her strategic insight and decades of experience in the legal industry. As a key figure within the Milan Bar Association, Francesca drives cross-border legal innovation and collaboration. Her career spans elite legal practice, academic leadership, and policy reform, delivering clarity and inspiring confidence in even the most complex family law matters.
With decades of experience, Giulia Sapi stands as a leading force in Italian family law. A distinguished member of the Milan Bar Association, her career has been built on an unwavering dedication to family, children and inheritance law, along with the protection of significant estates – bringing precision and authority to even the most intricate legal challenges.




