We offer a free consultation to all suitable clients. This is not a routine introductory meeting - it’s a strategic session designed to help you understand your legal position, explore your options, and plan your next steps with clarity and confidence.
We have refined this process over two decades, supporting thousands of clients across Europe and internationally. For those in Milan seeking top-tier representation, such a comprehensive and strategic consultation is exceptionally rare. From your very first conversation with us, you gain access to a level of insight and expertise that sets Vardags apart - empowering you to make informed decisions with confidence.
Milan is Italy’s financial and fashion capital - and, as the Financial Times notes, has seen a recent “explosion” in its expat community. The city attracts international professionals, entrepreneurs, and executives who often manage significant wealth, including property portfolios, private companies, and investments spread across multiple jurisdictions. When family law issues arise, these global ties make divorce and separation far more complex.
These cases demand more than standard legal advice; they require strategic thinking, discretion, and specialist expertise to secure the best possible outcome. That’s where Vardags comes in. Founded by Ayesha Vardag - praised by the BBC as “the diva of divorce for the world’s super rich” - our firm has built a reputation over two decades for winning the most complex and high-value family law cases. With our office in city centre, clients in Milan have direct access to our world-class divorce lawyers, offering the same elite service trusted by high-net-worth individuals across Europe. Among them is Francesca Zanasi, one of Italy’s foremost matrimonial lawyers, renowned for her experience in complex family law matters. This level of combined local and international expertise is exceptionally rare, setting us apart from many local alternatives.
If you’re based in Milan and think you may need our help, don’t delay. Although you may feel that your circumstance is unique, it is almost certain that we have seen it before. No matter the nature of your divorce, Vardags are here to help. Contact us now to book a free consultation and secure the advantage before your spouse does.
For international clients or Italians with a connection to another country, having the best divorce lawyers on your side is absolutely vital. In many cases, individuals may be eligible to divorce in more than one country, and the choice of jurisdiction can dramatically affect the outcome of the case. Our team of top divorce lawyers regularly act in cases where one or both parties have significant connections to multiple countries.
Senior associate Maria Fiorito - qualified in both Italian and English law – brings a wealth of experience on cross-border divorce cases. Maria’s dual qualification and prior experience in two of Milan’s biggest family law firms ensures seamless handling of both local and international matters. Where necessary, our Financial Forensics team in London supports the Milan office with asset tracing, valuation, and analysis, ensuring no financial detail is overlooked.
As the Legal 500 puts it: “If you want the best, look no further”.
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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.




