INTERNATIONAL DIVORCE LAWYERS: ITALY & SPAIN
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Last updated: 2026-09-28



Vardags is a leading divorce law firm for clients with links to both Italy and Spain. Our team combines in-depth knowledge of Italian family law with a global network of advisors to provide comprehensive, cross-border expertise. Heading our dedicated Italian team is Maria Fiorito - an internationally acclaimed lawyer who spent years at two of Milan's leading family law firms and nearly a decade in London handling complex international divorce cases. She is supported by a group of highly regarded Italian lawyers who represent an exclusive and high-profile clientele.

The Italian and Spanish judicial systems differ in important ways. For those able to choose where to file for divorce, the financial impact can vary significantly - often depending on whether they are the economically stronger or weaker party.

Selecting the right jurisdiction is a nuanced process, shaped by factors such as current residence, past places of living, and both parties' domiciles. For example, Spanish nationals living in Italy may qualify to divorce under Italian law if they have an Italian spouse, own property in Italy, or have children residing or studying there



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Spain Desk | Our Offering
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Cross-border divorce cases call for highly specialized family law expertise. From determining the most advantageous jurisdiction to managing asset division across Spain and Italy or navigating child custody under two distinct legal systems, these matters require lawyers with deep knowledge of international divorce. Clients with connections to both Italy and Spain need a firm that can master the complexities of cross-border family law while delivering strategic, discreet, and practical solutions tailored to globally mobile lifestyles. Despite the growing demand, the Italian market remains underserved in high-net-worth and international divorce services.

That's where Vardags comes in. Known for handling some of the most intricate family law cases across borders, Vardags has earned the trust of clients navigating high-stakes, international matters. Through our Italian office, we bring this experience directly to individuals with ties to Spain and Italy, combining a firm grasp of both legal systems with an approach tailored to each client's individual circumstances. Clients rely on us not only for our legal skill, but for our ability to manage delicate, high-value matters with discretion and precision — offering world-class guidance backed by a trusted network of leading Spanish-based lawyers and specialists.

Our team of specialist divorce lawyers brings extensive experience in resolving jurisdictional disputes, offering strategic guidance to identify the most advantageous legal route - and ultimately achieve the best possible outcome for every client. From our London base, our in-house financial forensics experts provide our Italian lawyers with unrivalled support in asset tracing, valuation, and analysis, ensuring no financial detail is overlooked. Whether your priority is safeguarding substantial wealth and business interests or securing a settlement that reflects your contributions and guarantees long-term security, we are committed to standing by you every step of the way. Our mission is simple: to protect what matters most - your lifestyle, your financial future, and your interests - especially when the stakes are at their highest.

Don't just take our word for it - as mentioned in the prestigious Legal 500 index, "without doubt, they are formidable. They are in all the biggest and most difficult cases for one reason - they win".

WHO WE CAN HELP 
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We provide support tailored to Italian clients whose lives and interests extend to Spain, or Spanish clients with connections to Italy. We offer specialist guidance to:

- Italians married to Spanish nationals, and Spanish nationals married to Italians

- Italians with strong ties to Spain - be that through property, family, business interests or financial links - and Spanish nationals with similar ties to Italy

- Cross-border families managing custody or parenting arrangements between Italy and Spain

We offer an initial consultation to suitable clients, typically individuals with complex family matters. Timing matters in high-stakes family law. If you think you might need our help, don't delay.

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WE ARE READY TO HELP
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We offer an initial consultation to all suitable clients, where 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.

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INTERNATIONAL DIVORCE LAWYERS: ITALY & SPAIN
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### [Maria Fiorito](https://vardags.com/it-en/solicitors/milan/maria "Maria Fiorito")

Partner - Dual Qualified (Italy & England)

"LEADING LAWYER AT VARDAGS"

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Maria is an Italian Avvocato and a qualified solicitor in England, and Wales. Alongside her native Italian, Maria can also read and translate Spanish.

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### [Francesca Zanasi](https://vardags.com/it-en/solicitors/milan/francesca-zanasi "Francesca Zanasi")

Senior Consultant

"AN EXPERT IN FAMILY LAW"

Corriere della Sera



Francesca has advised on international divorce and inheritance matters connected to Spain, drawing on her long-standing expertise in European family law and fluent...

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### [Giulia Sapi](https://vardags.com/it-en/solicitors/milan/giulia-sapi "Giulia Sapi")

Consultant

"AMONG THE MOST FAMOUS DIVORCE LAW FIRMS IN THE WORLD"

La Repubblica



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...

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