GRAZIOTTO LEGAL

Premium Italian Law Firm expert in solving complex international issues.

Our unique expertise extends to every corner of international law, ensuring that no legal challenge remains unaddressed.

Don't call us just lawyers.

Quality Certification

At Graziotto Legal, excellence is not just an objective—it is a measured standard. We are proud to announce our attainment of the UNI 11872:2022 certification, reinforcing our commitment to superior professional service.

UNI 11872:2022 Certified (since May 2024)

A prestigious quality standard specifically designed for Law and Accounting Firms, recognizing excellence in professional services.

6th Firm Certified in All of Italy

Among over 370,000 eligible professionals nationwide, Graziotto Legal stands among the very first to achieve this certification—a testament to our uncompromising standards.

Native Attitude to Continuous Improvement

Our culture is built on the systematic measurement of results and a constant drive to improve processes, service quality, and client outcomes.

Focus on Enterprise & Complex Initiatives

Our certified quality framework is specifically oriented toward enterprise clients, extraordinary transactions, and complex legal and business initiatives.

Franchising

Graziotto Legal provides comprehensive legal and strategic support for international franchisors entering the Italian market. Our premium service suite is designed to ensure seamless expansion, regulatory compliance, and robust asset protection.

Research of Commercial Locations

Comprehensive scouting and research of commercial locations throughout the whole of Italy for franchising expansion.

Company Formation in Italy

Full legal assistance for setting up your business entity in Italy, tailored to franchising structures.

Smart Company in Italy

Company domiciliation under flat rate regime ("Smart Company in Italy"): an efficient and cost-effective solution for franchisors entering the Italian market.

Franchise & Property Contracts

Expert assistance in drafting and negotiating contracts with franchisees and property owners.

I.P. Assistance & Disputes

Intellectual property protection, enforcement, and dispute resolution, including anti-counterfeiting measures.

Temporary Executive Support

Experienced executive assistance during extraordinary or unforeseen situations, ensuring business continuity and sound strategic decision-making.

Foreign Clients & Partners

High level assistance and services for ambitious initiatives and complex transactions in Italy. Our premium law firm focuses on providing unparalleled service for foreign clients embarking on complex transactions in this beautiful country.

Global Collaboration

Daily collaboration with attorneys, lawyers, CPAs, and advisors worldwide

Expert Support

Extending Italian law expertise to professionals serving clients with needs in Italy

International Legal Shield

The only Legal Partner guaranteeing protection by design through our unique concept

Foreign Groups

Strategic Advisory

Trusted partner providing enterprise legal solutions for international business

M&A Expertise

Unrivaled expertise in mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and divestment transactions

Global Navigation

Guiding business groups through the intricate web of strategic decision-making and legal complexities

Foreign Investors

Real Estate

Helping investors avoid pitfalls in Italy's tremendous real estate opportunities

Alternative Investments

Optimizing results by adding decorrelated asset classes aligned with preferred time horizons

Project Finance

Expertise in BOO, DBFO, BOT, and BBO financing models for lucrative opportunities

Strategic Advisory

Tailored legal assistance meeting the needs of international investors

Our Competence Portfolio

We are not just a law firm, but rather a reliable business partner.

Our holistic approach is the basis to understand the client's context, needs, and to identify the most appropriate specific solutions: one does not fit all.

Our competence spans from legal & Tax, Financial, Family Office solutions, Strategy & Competitive Analysis, ICT, Management & AI new landscape: not at all a common set of competences for a law firm: don't just call us lawyers.

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Legal & Tax

In working with corporate clients, we've developed comprehensive knowledge across legal practices that matter most to businesses. Our mission is to help clients prevent issues, mitigate risks, resolve problems, and most importantly, stay focused on their business.

Fulvio pioneered the “Legal Shield” concept and trademarked the Scudo Legale™.

Finance & Investments

Our financial expertise includes corporate finance, M&A, restructuring, financial analysis, and a solid foundation in financial instruments.

Fulvio is also the author of a monumental 5,000-page, 7-volume reference:
“The Global Manual of FDI – Foreign Direct Investments.”

Family Office Solutions

We understand the unique needs of affluent families in managing their enterprise, family, and estate.

As credited members of AIFO (Italian Family Office Association) and alumni of the XVII Family Office Master, we bring both knowledge and credibility.

Fulvio is also developing “The Global Manual for Family Offices,” with the first two volumes already published. He is the inventor of IFOX™, a unique index to evaluate the intangible assets of affluent families.

Strategy & Competitive Analysis

We support our business clients in aligning strategic planning with long-term goals, helping them gain—and sustain—a competitive advantage.

We've developed proprietary models such as Nestrix© and the Strategic Wheel©, which provide clear insight and focus on competitive factors.

ICT & Cyber Security

In an increasingly digital and interconnected world, ICT and cybersecurity are essential. We have developed expertise in these domains to better support our clients.

We are actively engaged in security certification programs, enhancing our ability to assist clients with compliance and comprehensive cybersecurity strategies.

Enterprise Management

Fulvio brings over 30 years of international business experience in roles such as financial controller, ICT manager, domestic sales director, export director, general manager, and independent executive consultant.

He has also worked over a decade as a management consultant and has taught seminars and university lectures across business disciplines—including logistics and total quality management.

This depth of operational and strategic experience makes him a unique asset to corporate clients.

Artificial Intelligence

AI is transforming every industry. We are fully committed to understanding and applying its potential to benefit our clients—while helping them navigate the competitive challenges it brings.

We are currently engaged in Applied Generative AI programs, exploring advanced concepts such as RAG, Agents, and other AI-driven tools to create impactful solutions.

AI is too transformative to ignore—and once again, we are at the forefront to guide and support our clients.

Advanced Assistance & Legal Services

Precision Legal Assistance

  • Advanced services for foreign clients
  • Preliminary and in-depth opinions
  • Analysis & revision of legal documents
  • Drafting complex contracts and company documents

Compliance

  • AML compliance (anti-money laundering)
  • Environmental compliance
  • GDPR compliance (privacy)
  • Regulatory compliance

Board & Protection

  • Non-executive board representation
  • Board coaching and legal assistance
  • Legal shield protection
  • Tax planning & protection

Pipeline Management

Initial Agreements

Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA), Non-Circumvention Agreement (NCA), Expression of Interest (EOI)

Deal Formation

Letter of Intent (LOI), Preliminary Agreement, Price Determination

Completion

Closing Deed, Post-Deal Assistance & Protection

Resolution

Possible ADR & In-Court Litigation, Tax Litigation

Due Diligence Services

Comprehensive Analysis

Full spectrum due diligence services

Specialized Assessments

Property, Environmental, I.P., ICT evaluations

Business Fundamentals

Financial, Tax, Marketing, Strategic analysis

Legal Foundation

Desktop, Minimal, and Full Legal Due Diligence

Our comprehensive due diligence services cover every aspect of business evaluation, from basic desktop reviews to full vendor due diligence, ensuring complete protection for your investments and transactions in Italy.

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"Our mission is very simple: to ensure the best possible advice and assistance to foreign clients having interests and/or assets in Italy"

Contact Us

Fulvio Graziotto, Partner

Main Italian Office

Via Giacomo Matteotti, 194, 18038 Sanremo IM, ITALY

(close to Montecarlo)

24/7 Responder

+39 0184 1894317

Direct Email

fgraziotto@graziotto-legal.com