Bersani Law Firm

Marco Bersani is an Italian attorney (Avvocato, Bar of Verona) and a Spanish attorney (Abogado ejerciente, Bar of Madrid), and the founding partner of Bersani Law Firm & Partners in Verona, Italy. He represents international clients — primarily in the United States — in Italian citizenship by descent (jure sanguinis) litigation before Italian courts, including 1948 cases and proceedings following Law No. 74/2025. He also provide legal assistance for HNWIs on the Italian Investor Visa and Italian Golden Visa, elective residence Visa and cross-border property matters. He holds Law degrees from the University of Verona and in Spain, and a post-graduate LL.M. from Nebrija Law School, Madrid.

Italian Real Estate Lawyer: Due Diligence and Legal Guidance for Foreign Buyers (2027)

Italian Real Estate Lawyer 2027: The Due Diligence American Buyers Cannot Afford to Skip There is a specific conversation that happens perhaps a dozen times a year in Italian law offices, and it always follows the same script. An American, British, Canadian or Australian buyer has completed on a residential property in Tuscany, Puglia or […]

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Rejected for the “Minor Issue”? Italy’s New Interior Ministry Circular No. 65050/2026 Officially Reopens Denied Italian Citizenship Cases

If your Italian citizenship by descent application was rejected because of the “minor issue” — an ancestor who naturalized abroad while his or her child was still a minor — stop what you are doing and read this. On 10 August 2026, Italy’s Ministry of the Interior issued Circular Prot. No. 65050, and it does

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Italy Golden Visa vs Elective Residence Visa in 2027

Disclaimer: This article is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, tax or investment advice, nor does it create an attorney–client relationship. Visa requirements, consular practice and tax rules change frequently; figures above reflect sources verified as of 3 August 2026. Please consult a qualified professional about your specific circumstances. —

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The “Minor Issue” Is Over: Italy’s Supreme Court Delivers a Landmark Victory for Italian Citizenship by Descent (United Sections, Judgment No. 24045/2026)

Disclaimer: This article provides general information about a recent judicial development and does not constitute legal advice. The application of judgment no. 24045/2026 to any individual situation depends on the specific facts and procedural posture of each case. Post-reform judicial strategies described above involve arguments whose outcome cannot be guaranteed. On July 26, 2026, the

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Buying Property in Italy as a Foreigner in 2027: The Complete Legal, Tax and Residency Playbook

This guide is designed for foreign buyers—especially Americans—considering purchasing property in Italy in 2027. It covers the legal, tax, and residency aspects of buying Italian real estate, explains the unique roles of lawyers, notaries, and agents, and highlights why independent legal counsel is essential for a safe and successful transaction. If you are searching for

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Buying Property in Italy and Securing Residency: The 2026 Roadmap for Foreign Buyers

Buying Property in Italy and Securing Residency: The 2026 Roadmap for Foreign Buyers Buying a home in Italy and building a life there are two different projects that most foreign buyers treat as one — and that conflation is where expensive mistakes are made. The villa in Tuscany, the apartment overlooking Lake Como, the masseria

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Italian Citizenship by Descent After the 2025 Law: A New Court Victory in Naples on June 2026

Bersani Law Firm — Case Update, June 2026 On 17 June 2026, the Court of Naples issued a judgment recognizing the Italian citizenship iure sanguinis (by descent) of one of our U.S.-based clients. The decision was communicated to us by the court this week. This is not a routine result. It is a victory obtained in the most restrictive legal environment

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