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Child Abduction

International child abduction occurs when a child is wrongfully removed from their country of habitual residence or wrongfully retained in another country, in breach of the custody rights of a parent or guardian. The priority under Italian and international law is clear: to secure the child’s prompt and safe return. Custody decisions must be made by the courts of the child’s habitual residence, preventing parents from gaining an advantage by moving a child to another jurisdiction. 

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HOW CAN VARDAGS HELP YOU? 

Urgent Return Applications 

  • If your child has been wrongfully taken abroad or retained in Italy, we act swiftly to initiate return proceedings under the Hague Convention and EU regulations. 

Preventing Abduction 

  • If you fear your child may be taken overseas without consent, we help you obtain immediate protective measures. 

Cross-Border Expertise 

  • We advise on jurisdictional issues, enforcement of orders, and international cooperation to ensure your child’s welfare. 

Negotiation & Mediation 

  • Our goal is to minimise conflict. We help parents reach practical agreements on custody and contact arrangements, avoiding unnecessary litigation. 

Court Representation 

  • If disputes cannot be resolved, we provide strong representation in complex international proceedings, to make sure that you obtain the best possible outcome for yourself and your children. 

WHY CHOOSE VARDAGS? 

Vardags is renowned for being one of the top family law firms, trusted for handling high-value and cross-border cases with discretion and determination. Our team combines exceptional legal expertise with strategy and discretion to deliver outstanding results. 

If you are facing an international child abduction issue, contact us for a confidential consultation which we offer to suitable clients: wealthy individuals, successful entrepreneurs, professionals, and high-profile individuals with complex family matters. In this free initial meeting, our top lawyers take time to understand your situation and outline clear next steps, providing advice tailored to your family’s needs. Our priority is your child’s welfare, and we work relentlessly to secure agreements that protect your future and bring clarity for both partners, and having top family lawyers in Italy on your side can make a decisive difference. 

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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.

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