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. 

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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? 

Facing a separation or divorce involves making decisions that can have a significant impact on your personal, family, and financial circumstances.

In this context, it is essential to have access to legal advice that is experienced, attentive, and strategically focused.

Vardags advises clients on all aspects of family law, with experience in matters involving international elements, complex asset structures, company interests, trusts and significant financial issues.

Our lawyers support clients throughout every stage of the process, from arrangements concerning children and family life to the protection of financial and property interests, adopting a rigorous, discreet and solution-focused approach tailored to the specific circumstances of each case. If you are facing a separation or divorce, please contact us for a confidential consultation.

We will take the time to understand the circumstances of your situation, explain the options available to you and support you in making informed decisions about your future and that of your family.

Our objective is to provide specialist, personalised advice that reflects the personal, family, and financial considerations unique to each client.

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