Tenancy Disputes in Italy

• Landlords in Italy looking for legal support in cases of unpaid rent, property damage, or issues related to the termination of lease agreements.
• Tenants in Italy seeking assistance for wrongful eviction, excessive rent increases, security deposit disputes, or breaches of lease agreement terms.

If possible, have available:

• A copy of the rental agreement.
• Documentation of the dispute, including any communication between the landlord and tenant, pictures evidencing the condition of the property, payment records, and other relevant documents.

1. Initial Assessment: Review of the lease agreement and all relevant documents, applying provisions from the Italian Civil Code (Codice Civile) and specific rental laws (Legge sull'affitto) like Law No. 392/1978 on rent regulation (Legge n. 392/1978 sulla regolamentazione degli affitti) and recent reforms.
2. Mediation Attempt: Efforts to mediate between landlord and tenant, leveraging the mandatory mediation process (mediazione obbligatoria) introduced by the Legislative Decree No. 28/2010 (Decreto Legislativo n. 28/2010) for certain civil disputes.
3. Legal Representation: If mediation is unsuccessful, we proceed with legal action, preparing and filing necessary documents and representing clients in court, guided by the Italian Civil Procedure Code (Codice di Procedura Civile).

• Extensive knowledge and understanding of Italian real estate law and the specific legal procedures for resolving landlord-tenant disputes.
• A tailored approach to mediation and litigation that aims to protect clients' interests while seeking fair resolution.
• Assistance in navigating the complex legal landscape in Italy, ensuring that both landlords and tenants understand their rights and obligations.

• Legal Advice and Consultation: Expert advice on the nuances of Italian rental law and the rights and obligations of both landlords and tenants under the Codice Civile and Legge n. 392/1978.
• Mediation Services: Facilitation of the mediation process as per Decreto Legislativo n. 28/2010, aiming for an amicable resolution.
• Preparation and Filing of Legal Documents: Handling all legal paperwork in accordance with the Codice di Procedura Civile.
• Representation in Court: Advocacy in Italian courts for cases that require judicial intervention, from the filing of eviction notices (notifiche di sfratto) to the enforcement of court judgments.
• Enforcement of Judgments: Assistance with the enforcement of court decisions, ensuring compliance with Italian law and effective resolution of disputes.