Cohabitation Agreements ======================= Unlike with married couples, Italian law does not provide a formal procedure for "legal separation" between cohabiting partners. The end of a relationship is referred to as the "cessation of cohabitation" and usually does not require court intervention unless disputes arise or children are involved. In these cases, legal advice is essential to protect your rights and resolve financial and parental issues. --- [REQUEST A FOLLOW-UP](https://vardags.com/it-en/contact/consultation "REQUEST A FOLLOW-UP") HOW CAN VARDAGS HELP YOU? -------------------------- Cohabitation Agreements - We assist with drafting agreements that set out how property, finances, and responsibilities will be managed during your relationship, and what happens if you separate. Property & Assets Planning - Clear provisions on ownership, investments, and household expenses; aligned with wills/succession planning to avoid disputes. Health, Representation & Daily Life - Guiance on healthcare decisions, powers of representation and practical arrangements recognised under Italian law. Negotiation & Mediation - We help you reach fair, practical agreements on asset division, housing, and child arrangements, avoiding unnecessary litigation. If disagreements arise, we help you negotiate fair solutions and, where necessary, represent you in court to make sure that you obtain the best possible outcome. Court Representation - If an agreement cannot be reached, we provide strong representation in proceedings concerning children, financial claims, and property division. Protection Orders - Assistance in obtaining urgent protective measures in cases of abuse or harmful conduct. Cross‑Border Issues - Strategic advice where assets, interests or proceedings span multiple jurisdictions. We can help you to establish what is the most convenient jurisdiction for your case and we can secure this for you. Assets tracing and company valuations - We have a dedicated financial forensic department that assist with worldwide assets tracing and provide companies valuations, in-depth analysis of any business interests, accounts, trusts and any complex economic structure. WHY CHOOSE VARDAGS? -------------------- Vardags is widely recognised as "one of the world's best"(Metro), and is trusted for handling complex and high-value family cases. We offer discreet, personalised advice designed to protect your interests, minimise conflict and deliver exceptional results. If you are ending a cohabiting relationship, contact Vardags for a confidential consultation. From the very first conversation, our lawyers take time to understand your unique circumstances and guide you through the next steps, offering exceptional insight and expertise at every stage. We offer a free consultation to suitable clients — wealthy individuals, successful entrepreneurs, professionals, and high-profile individuals with complex family matters. If you think you might need our help, please call our enquiry line to book a consultation. Lines are staffed 24 hours a day, and you can also send us a message or contact us via WhatsApp. Contact us before your spouse does. [BOOK A FREE CONSULTATION NOW](https://vardags.com/it-en/contact/consultation "BOOK A FREE CONSULTATION NOW") "Ayesha Vardag - the Queen of divorce"![The Daily Mail](https://vardags.com/it-en/images/logo/dailymaillogo_white.png) "Truly an awe inspiring legal team. Excellent communicators, advisors and creative thinkers. Brilliant strategists, negotiating skills second to none. Very strong team ethos. Seamless communications with other disciplines, felt like a one stop shop to meet all my needs. Every person I encountered at every level in the organisation proved to be ultra professional." ![Legal500](https://vardags.com/it-en/images/logo/legal-500.png) "The name of the firm speaks volumes - my ex-husband was not happy I was using you."Client OUR TEAM -------- [### Ayesha Vardag](https://vardags.com/it-en/solicitors/milan/ayesha-vardag "Ayesha Vardag Founder & President Divorce & Family") [### Maria Fiorito](https://vardags.com/it-en/solicitors/milan/maria "Maria Fiorito Vardags Partner Family Law") [### Iacopo Tozzi](https://vardags.com/it-en/solicitors/florence/iacopo-tozzi "Iacopo Tozzi") [Founder & President](https://vardags.com/it-en/solicitors/milan/ayesha-vardag "Ayesha Vardag Founder & President Divorce & Family") [Partner - Dual Qualified (Italy & England)](https://vardags.com/it-en/solicitors/milan/maria "Maria Fiorito Vardags Partner Family Law") [Senior Consultant](https://vardags.com/it-en/solicitors/florence/iacopo-tozzi "Iacopo Tozzi") [### Ayesha Vardag Founder & President](https://vardags.com/it-en/solicitors/milan/ayesha-vardag "Ayesha Vardag Founder & President Divorce & Family")"Ayesha Vardag - Britain's top divorce lawyer." The Telegraph [### Maria Fiorito Partner - Dual Qualified (Italy & England) ](https://vardags.com/it-en/solicitors/milan/maria "Maria Fiorito Vardags Partner Family Law")"Leading lawyer at Vardags" La Repubblica [### Iacopo Tozzi Senior Consultant ](https://vardags.com/it-en/solicitors/florence/iacopo-tozzi "Iacopo Tozzi")"A formidably strong family law firm which acts in the most high-profile cases of the country" Legal 500 [Meet the rest of the team](https://vardags.com/it-en/team) Types of clients we serve ------------------------- ### WEALTHY INTERNATIONAL INDIVIDUALS We advise internationally mobile clients with personal, financial or business ties to Italy, alongside assets in the UK or other jurisdictions. These matters typically involve high-value cross-border wealth and offshore structures, requiring expertise in jurisdictional overlap. ### WEALTHY ITALIAN INDIVIDUALS We work with Italian individuals and families, from affluent professionals to aristocrats with generational wealth. These matters often involve domestic and international assets tied to family interests, reputation and long-term preservation. ### HIGHLY SUCCESSFUL ENTREPRENEURS We advise founders and entrepreneurs whose wealth is closely linked to privately held businesses, often across Italian and international markets. These matters typically involve shareholdings, valuation, ownership and ongoing enterprise. ### LEADING FINANCIERS, BUSINESSPEOPLE, AND PROFESSIONALS We act for globally-minded individuals at the highest levels of finance, business and professional life. These matters typically involve complex remuneration structures and investments shaped by corporate frameworks and personal holdings. ### HIGH PROFILE INDIVIDUALS We represent individuals with significant public visibility, including professional athletes, royalty, global influencers and public figures. These matters typically involve international assets, alongside heightened sensitivity around privacy, reputation and public scrutiny. OUR FULL RANGE OF SERVICES -------------------------- Our team of leading lawyers provides expert guidance to unmarried couples, particularly involving complex and cross-border cases. We provide specialised legal advice on topics including cohabitation and separation agreements, mediation, and assets tracing and valuation. [Find out more](https://vardags.com/it-en/services/unmarried-couples "Unmarried couples") Our team helps clients navigate divorce, including financial settlements, maintenance, and child arrangements. We also advise on cross-border cases and complex asset division, and international enforcement of orders. [Find out more](https://vardags.com/it-en/services/separation-divorce-finances "Separation, Divorce and Finances") International divorce involves complex issues of jurisdiction, applicable law, and recognition of foreign judgments. Vardags provides expert guidance on these matters, including financial strategy, asset tracing, and cross-border child arrangements. [Find out more](https://vardags.com/it-en/services/international-divorce "International divorce") Our legal team provides expert guidance for those seeking support with child maintenance, relocation and abduction. We offer specialised legal advice on areas including financial support, cross-border strategy, and court representation. [Find out more](https://vardags.com/it-en/services/children-arrangements "Children Arrangements") Vardags' leading lawyers help clients navigate inheritance, wills and probate, including cross-border succession planning, disputes and litigation, asset protection and tax strategy. [Find out more](https://vardags.com/it-en/services/inheritance-wills-probate "Inheritance, Wills and Probate")