Department profile
Chiomenti

Private Wealth Law

High Net Worth Guide 2026 : Italy


Chiomenti

Rankings

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Private Wealth Law - Italy

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Chiomenti has a strong international presence, often working on high-value cross-border transactions. The team has expertise in private wealth law matters relating to tax, trusts and succession planning. It has particular expertise in helping international clients take up Italian tax residency.

Strengths

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  • Chiomenti is top-notch in all ways: excellent legal talent but also highly client-service-oriented and responsive.

    Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth
  • Chiomenti is very much the trusted adviser to the client. They do far more than just provide legal and tax advice. They are there for the client every step of the way.

    Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth
  • Chiomenti has deep knowledge of inheritance under Italian law and a unique capability to coordinate with foreign legal systems.

    Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth
  • Chiomenti's deep technical expertise, combined with its practical and client-focused mindset, allows the team to design effective solutions even in highly challenging situations.

    Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth
  • Chiomenti has an unrivalled client base and a clear, in-depth understanding of the law of trusts in theory and in practice.

    Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Giovanni Cristofaro
    Band 1Giovanni Cristofaro

    Giovanni Cristofaro

    Giovanni Cristofaro is a leading partner with significant experience in complex tax matters and restructuring. He advises international clients on relocating to Italy and taking up Italian tax residency.
    • Giovanni is very competent and very experienced on trusts. He has a lot of experience and confidence around those matters. He's also a very nice guy. He shows up well with clients.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth
    • Giovanni is very much on top of things, and his advice is always helpful and extremely complete. He is for sure the best Italian lawyer in his field.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth
  • Band 1Massimo Antonini
    Band 1Massimo Antonini

    Massimo Antonini

    Massimo Antonini is regarded as an active lawyer in private wealth tax matters, with strong levels of client service on high-value and complex mandates. He is often involved in major cross-border succession matters.

    • Massimo provides top-notch service.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth
    • Massimo Antonini is thoroughly impressive.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth
  • Band 1Raul-Angelo Papotti
    Band 1Raul-Angelo Papotti

    Raul-Angelo Papotti

    Raul-Angelo Papotti is a tax lawyer who is recognised and well regarded among private clients. Papotti regularly acts for ultra high net worth clients on highly complex, high-value, cross-border tax and trust matters.
    • Raul-Angelo is a legend in Milan and beyond.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth
    • Raul-Angelo is a fantastic lawyer. He is well liked, efficient and thorough.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth

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