The Italian Lawyers of Studio Legale Metta, an Italian law firm, handle Italian legal matters for private and corporate clients from North America, the UK, Ireland, Australia and around the world.

Our English speaking Italian lawyers assist foreign clients with legal matters throughout Italy. Based on extensive international experience, our Italian lawyers have established proven procedures which enable clients to achieve extraordinary outcomes without travelling to Italy.

We are a boutique Italian law firm internationally recognized for tax and estate planning, real estate, cross border successions, immigration, citizenship and Italian litigation practice areas.

Our knowledgeable team of bilingual Italian lawyers provides fast, accurate and cost-effective services. Our extensive knowledge and experience, efficient international working style and established legal tradition make our services unique.

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Testimonials

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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 Bill Dennis 
 
17 September 2026
 
 
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We wish to give Studio Legale Metta and our lawyer Michela our highest recommendation. They handled my wife's residency (she is a EU citizen) and then handled my residency, visa and Carta di Soggiorno applications. They guided us through all of the processes and were available to answer any questions that we had along the way. Michela was absolutely amazing - in addition to being professional, knowledgeable and extremely helpful, she was a delightful person to deal with. Her communication skills and knowledge of English made it much easier for us both to navigate the residency process. We also used Studio Legale Metta for our house purchase and were very pleased with that experience also. It was very convenient for us to have one company handle both of these aspects of our move to Italy. We both slept more soundly because we worked with Studio Legale Metta!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Gary Mihalik 
 
17 September 2026
 
 
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I spoke with Nick Metta for almost an hour about a number of complicated residency and tax issues.  He was extremely knowledgeable and personable.  He provided me with very useful information about the main subjects of our conversation but he went over and above providing very useful information on additional resources.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 ahmad hammoud 
 
16 September 2026
 
 
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Highly recommend i was banned from entering to Europe, they solved my case
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Marco 
 
14 September 2026
 
 
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Lo studio tutto ma in particolar modo l’Avvocato Jacopo Metta si è mostrato particolarmente scrupoloso e attento al dettaglio sin dal primo incontro in studio. Il garbo, la professionalità e la cura di ogni singolo aspetto, sono solo alcuni elementi che caratterizzano l’avvocato Jacopo Metta. Assolutamente consigliato!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 marina oliver 
 
9 September 2026
 
 
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I had an extremely complex case.  Dario Gambino was my attorney.  He (and the SLM team) went above and beyond to ensure my best interests were protected. Dario provided sound guidance and investigated all relevant issues on my behalf.  Words cannot begin to express how thankful I am to have had Dario representing me. I  highly recommend Dario and the SLM team.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Daniel Fox 
 
5 September 2026
 
 
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I had an initial 30 min consultation with Nick Metta.  It was very informative and helpful.  My wife (USA) and I (USA/Ireland) are relocating to Italy.  Mr. Metta was very knowledgeable on the tax implications of receiving a US-based retirement income while being a tax resident of Italy.  He also provided practical information on tax filing procedures in Italy, easing the bureaucratic integration process for my wife, and even brought up estate planning issues for cross-national families.  (I hadn't thought of that before.) It was such a great meeting.  He took the opportunity to educate and help us.  In no way did I feel like I was being "up sold" or pushed to sign up for a "pre-packaged" plan.  I came away with a great deal of helpful, practical information and tips.  I very much look forward to working with him in the future.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 micah weno 
 
3 September 2026
 
 
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They did an excellent job, very quick and very responsive.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Jake Riesenbach 
 
27 August 2026
 
 
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Marco was very helpful and super quick!!! Would recommend them and use them again!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Nicholas Dow 
 
26 August 2026
 
 
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Highly recommend this service,  which enables you to get your codice fiscale before arriving in Italy. From day one you can do online transactions and obtain various services,  which you are locked out of without it.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Katherine Ong 
 
26 August 2026
 
 
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Quick and responsive service, our codici fiscali arrived ahead of predicted time. Much better than trying to do it in person here in Bologna, and almost the only way if you don't have good Italian.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Celia Radice 
 
26 August 2026
 
 
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To put it simply: Dario is the best lawyer I have encountered during the many transactions of my adult life worldwide.This is the second time he has acted for me. On both occasions he has efficiently, and permanently, solved my complex cross-border family and property problems. Dario is highly professional, experienced and very intelligent - patiently and rapidly eliminating all impediments. With his diverse skills, meticulous attention to detail and unremitting hard work, he has once again achieved the apparently impossible task of making all the pieces fit into the puzzle. Thank you Dario. It has been a great pleasure working with you again.  Highly recommended.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Peter Sobolev 
 
24 August 2026
 
 
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I requested Studio Legale Metta to represent me for the final closing for two property sales (on the same day) that I was not able to attend in person. They were very proactive in laising with my real estate agent and the notary to ensure both sales went very smoothly. I highly recommend Studio Legale Metta for their proactive and thorough support!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Ray Weaver 
 
24 August 2026
 
 
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Excellent to work with, fast, and most importantly communication,I will be using their services again,  Grazie mille !  Marco
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Krzysztof Chmura 
 
20 August 2026
 
 
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Very good and fast service. I asked for “codice fiscale”, I have choosen standard timing 7-9 working days. I received it much faster!! and despite being in the middle of Italian “August vacation” season;-) Well done!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Tabraiz Akhtar 
 
20 August 2026
 
 
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I have been using Studio Legale Metta for over 10 years and cannot recommend them highly enough. They are exceptionally professional, knowledgeable, reliable and always go above and beyond to help. Their service and attention to detail have been outstanding throughout the years. A truly excellent firm that I trust completely.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 David Korver 
 
19 August 2026
 
 
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Exactly as advertised and quicker than expected. Great service and good communication. Happy with the CF.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 joseph hanna 
 
18 August 2026
 
 
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used the online service for an Italian Fiscal code... fast and accurate .... highly recommended
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Eugenia Vainberg 
 
7 August 2026
 
 
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Marco and the team at Studio Legale Metta provided excellent service in obtaining my Italian tax code. The process was clear, straightforward, and professionally handled from start to finish. Marco gave precise instructions, responded promptly, and obtained my certificate well ahead of the expected timeframe. I highly recommend Studio Legale Metta to anyone needing legal assistance in Italy, especially those living abroad.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Mark Johnson 
 
6 August 2026
 
 
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I have enjoyed working with Studio Metta! Easy to schedule and enjoyable to talk to. They have only taken on my case when it made legal sense, which I appreciate.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Charlie A. 
 
6 August 2026
 
 
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To anyone looking for professional legal assistance when applying for Italian citizenship, I highly recommend Studio Legale Metta. Their team of qualified attorneys specializing in Italian immigration law guided me through the process of applying for Italian citizenship through marriage. Since every case is somewhat unique, Douglas and Antonio presented the various options that were specific to my situation. They are extremely knowledgeable regarding current immigration law, as well as any possible upcoming rule changes being proposed that might have affected my situation. Response time to my queries was always timely and the requisite documents were prepared with care and attention to detail. When my citizenship application was initially rejected through no fault of my own or that of Studio Legale Metta, Douglas and Antonio quickly provided additional documentation to immigration authorities that cleared the way for my application to proceed. Having a trusted legal team like SLM on your side guiding you through what is a complicated process provides peace of mind that is well worth the cost. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Tom Warren 
 
4 August 2026
 
 
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I couldn’t recommend SLM highly enough. I needed to obtain my Italian Codice Fiscale while living outside of Italy, and the whole process was incredibly straightforward and professional. Marco was excellent throughout, clear, responsive, and extremely helpful. Most impressively, my Italian tax code was successfully obtained in just 5 days, much earlier than I had expected. Being able to handle everything remotely made the process so easy, and I always felt that I was in safe hands. If you’re based outside Italy and need help navigating Italian legal or administrative matters, I would absolutely recommend SLM. Thank you again to Marco and the team for such a quick and professional service!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Meghan B 
 
4 August 2026
 
 
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The firm was extremely responsive and professional. They exceeded all of my expectations. I would recommend them and will be using their services in the future.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 R T 
 
31 July 2026
 
 
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Very helpful and caring law firm. Martina Pavone was great to work with. Her expertise and English were commendable!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Lucy Jones 
 
30 July 2026
 
 
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I had been trying for two months to receive my codice fiscale from the New York consulate. Phone was always busy, no email responses, and no idea if there was an issue with my application whatsoever despite carefully following the instructions. With our trip fast approaching I wanted a pain free way of obtaining it and I could not be happier. While I paid for the 9 business day service, it actually came in way quicker and I am so happy and relieved - a seamless process. Now that I have discovered this firm I am interesting in consulting with them for other needs. Thank you so much for the prompt and kind help!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Andy Wooller 
 
30 July 2026
 
 
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Studio Legale were great, I needed my codice fisacle in a short turn around and they were able to process everything within the 1-3 working days. A really great service!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Esterina Anderson 
 
29 July 2026
 
 
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If you're considering applying for Italian citizenship by descent in Italy, I cannot recommend Douglas and his team highly enough. My case began months before I arrived in Italy, and from the very beginning they provided clear guidance on gathering documents, correcting discrepancies, obtaining apostilles, and preparing everything needed for a successful application. They answered every question with patience and professionalism, making what could have been an incredibly stressful process feel manageable. Once I arrived in Italy, their support became even more valuable. They guided me through residency registration, helped me navigate the Italian bureaucracy, and kept me informed every step of the way. Communication was excellent throughout the engagement. Emails were answered promptly, instructions were clear, and they never made me feel like I was asking too many questions. My engagement concluded once my application was successfully submitted and all required documentation had been filed, exactly as outlined in our agreement. I truly appreciated their professionalism, integrity, and expertise from beginning to end. I've already referred two friends who are considering pursuing Italian citizenship, and I would gladly recommend them to anyone looking for experienced, knowledgeable, and trustworthy legal assistance. Thank you to Douglas and the entire team! By the end of the engagement, I felt completely prepared to continue working directly with my local comune. They made the transition seamless, and I now feel comfortable communicating with the staff there and handling any remaining questions on my own if needed.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Brian Baker 
 
29 July 2026
 
 
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Antonio Cammarano was approachable, knowledgeable and a great communicator. He answered all my questions, and I felt more confident about my current situation. If I have any more concerns, he will be the first person I will contact.
  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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