We were incredibly fortunate to be referred to Alessandro Clemente of the Clemente Law Firm when we purchased our property in Liguria, Italy. As Americans, we knew little about the Italian property-buying process and were more than a little apprehensive about it. Avvocate Clemente immediately put us at ease. Not only does he possess encyclopedic knowledge of Italian property law, but he communicates the relevant aspects of it in a calm, easy to understand manner. He recognized several important issues underlying a potential purchase instantly, and because of his acumen, prevented us from making a costly mistake.

He prepared our nonrevocable offer to purchase swiftly and accurately, providing us with English translations of all documents. He interfaced with our real estate agent and the Seller’s agent resolving technical problems associated with the property. He made himself exceptionally available to meet with us on Zoom or by phone on our schedule—even on a Sunday when he was out of town. Avvocate Clemente’s review of the final contract was comprehensive, and he did not approve it until every detail was accounted for.

Avvocate Clemente epitomizes what it means to be a fiduciary. There was never a question that he represented our interests to the exclusion of all others. He treated us with utmost respect, providing expert guidance on all issues (even employing humor when appropriate) but always emphasized that the final decisions were ours to make. In sum, one could not find a better lawyer to rely on than Alessandro Clemente when entering into an Italian property transaction.

Elyse Pepper-Kenyon and Tim Kenyon

We came across Clemente Law Firm on the Internet and had been following it for quite some time—almost as long as we had been searching for the right property for ourselves. From the very beginning, Alessandro presented himself in a highly professional manner. He suggested a call to explain the entire process and remained responsive and helpful throughout. Even at the very end, on the closing day, he showed up fully dressed in formal attire—despite the temperature being over 30°C. 😀

Many others have already mentioned Alessandro’s qualities, but there’s one more reason why having a trustworthy partner is essential when purchasing property internationally. These days, transactions are often completed remotely: you receive a bank account number, transfer the funds, and that’s it. You truly need someone you can trust—and Alessandro is that person.

Grazie mille per il tuo aiuto, Alessandro!

Pawel Ryba

Collaborating with Alessandro has been an amazing experience, his guidance always on point while navigating the Italian real estate purchase process which can appear convoluted and oftentimes confusing to a foreigner. His expertise, complemented by an ideal communication style (extremely prompt responses, detailed instructions, continuous availability and a cordial approach) guaranteed peace of mind throughout the acquisition of ‘the’ place to call home. You truly feel you have someone in your corner, accurately and assiduously representing your best interests, which, you will have no doubt, will be his utmost priority. It has been a pleasure working together and truly recommend Alessandro’s services!
EMIL IUGA

Hello ALL! After months of searching and in several areas, i finally purchased my home today in Castelsardo. The man in the suit sitting beside me is my lawyer Alessandro Clemente from Clemente Law Firm. He helped me realize my dream! He walked me through everything! From beginning to end! Perfectly knowledgeable, resourceful and bilingual.
I can’t thank him enough for helping me, he’s not only a lawyer but genuinely a person who went over and beyond for me. A person who I now consider to be a good friend.
If you are considering purchasing a home in Italy and need to research for a lawyer that can hold your hand throughout the whole process, a lawyer that is specialized for home purchasing for foreigners, you must reach out to him!
If you have any questions at all please don’t hesitate to message me as well.
It’s because of this Facebook page community I found ALL of you and though this Facebook page community I found this incredible lawyer and law firm!

MARIA CHRISTINA KOKKINASIDIS

Early in our search to purchase a house in Italy, we became aware of Alessandro through Samantha Wilson, and by joining a video discussion with him where he shared detailed steps for successfully purchasing real estate in Italy. We found what we thought was the perfect house for us, however the transaction was complicated and required a very lengthy project to bring the house into compliance so that it could legally be sold.
Alessandro was a terrific advocate for us, and he helped us navigate through an unfamiliar process which involved many parties and regulatory requirements. We are happy to recommend Alessandro to anyone looking for professional legal guidance to navigate real estate transactions in Italy.

George Stork & Mark Clary

I was introduced to Alessandro by my best friend when I began my search for my first property in Italy. From start to finish, his expertise made the process smooth and reassuring. We explored two properties in Cervinia; although we decided against the first, Alessandro’s meticulous attention to detail during the second option—despite its complexities—gave us complete confidence in our decision. His dedication and skill truly stood out. I highly recommend Alessandro for anyone looking to purchase property in Italy.

ALEXANDER ELLS

To Future Property Buyers in Italy,
My wife and I recently fulfilled a long-held dream of purchasing a villa in North Italy. Throughout the entire year-long process, Adv. Alessandro Clemente provided exceptional personal assistance at every stage, including:
Guidance regarding applicable laws and regulations
Detailed due diligence
Contractual negotiations with sellers and agents
Deal closure
All activities were conducted with professionalism and to our complete satisfaction. As we do not speak Italian, Alessandro not only provided translations but also served as a strong and reliable bridge, helping us to better understand the mentality and business practices of our Italian counterparts.
We strongly recommend Adv. Alessandro Clemente’s services.
AMIHAZ and HAGIT LUSTIG

Alessandro played an invaluable role in the purchase of our Italian house. I had already begun the process, but quickly realized that I did not know the intricacies of purchasing Italian property…and unless you are an expert in such matters, there are many things that he will take care of for you that you may not even know are issues at all! (And could become problems later on).

He was meticulous with all the details, and on a number of occasions went beyond the call of duty to iron out issues that arose. I also thought that his flat fee rate was very fair, in light of the work that he does. He was a tremendous asset, and as I said to him in person: “We could not have done it without you!” Thank you, Alessandro!

Nina Treadwell

Avv. Clemente provided exceptional assistance in helping us purchase our family home in Italy. As Californians unfamiliar with the Italian property market, we felt truly supported as he guided us through refining our search, managing negotiations, and addressing complex challenges with expertise, care, and a warm, approachable demeanor. He meticulously organized inspections, prepared us for every step, and ensured we were always comfortable and confident in the process. His dedication, professionalism, and genuine kindness made what could have been overwhelming into an incredibly smooth and rewarding journey. We are deeply appreciative of his outstanding service.

Unlike my first Italian real estate transaction six years earlier, where I received outstanding service from both the realtor and seller, after making an offer and placing a deposit on an apartment in Milano, both the seller and realtor failed to communicate regularly and often were completely unresponsive. In addition, the seller was two months behind on completing the apartment and could not provide a schedule to complete. I decided to look for an attorney experienced in Italian real estate transactions by non-residents and able to work with me in English. Fortunately, I found Alessandro Clemente.

Mr. Clemente immediately began to work on the transaction bringing the seller and their realtor together to bring focus on completing the apartment according to the seller’s commitments. Despite the seller’s commitment to engage, Mr. Clemente and I had to continue managing the details of getting it finished.

As the apartment approached completion two major anomalies in the construction surfaced. First, the air conditioning condensers were not installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s installation guidelines and clearances and building requirements. The method of installation voided the warranty and introduced the potential for a fire hazard. Second, when Mr. Clemente investigated the homeowners association documents and meeting records, he uncovered an issue with the heating system installed by the seller. Mr. Clemente met with the building administrator who explained that the seller failed to ensure the form of heating installed in the apartment would not negatively affect other apartments drawing from the building’s central system. If neither of these were addressed before closing, I would be liable for any damage to the building from both the cooling and heating systems and warranties for both voided due to these issues.

The seller repetitively attempted to dismiss these issues and I canceled the scheduled closing. Subsequently, Mr. Clemente successfully obtained commitments from the seller to warranty both systems and accept all liability for the consequences of the method of installation. Without Mr. Clemente’s attention to detail, persistence and creativity to negotiate an acceptable solution for these anomalies my purchase would be in jeopardy.

Should I sell or purchase real estate again in Italy, I will first retain Mr. Clemente and strongly recommend all non-Italian buyers do the same. Grazie mille Sig. Clemente!!

Alessandro Clemente actively practices the highest levels of integrity, transparency and respect in his relationship with clients. The process from start to finish was professionally conducted with Alessandro providing excellent communication, advice and support. An expert with vast experience in guiding clients through the challenges of fulfilling the dream! Thank you Steve & Lynn Neal, September 2024.

Alessandro Clemente is one in a million. He had been highly recommended by a friend who he helped to buy an apartment in Ortigia. Right from the first phone call we knew we were in very capable hands for our own purchase in Sicily. He talked us through all the background on the legal buying process in Sicily, and what to be aware of and was outstanding in assisting when we ran into legal challenges with the first property we had considered buying, giving practical, honest and relevant advice on whether to proceed. Throughout the process he has been consistently thorough, careful, always available for questions big and small, and intervened when necessary to assist with negotiations and advice and judgement you can trust. Given our limited Italian, we simply could not have proceeded so smoothly in the end with our eventual purchase. Above all, Alessandro was also very good company, and had a great sense of humour, which made the proceedings far more fun than any typical legal conversations. We highly recommend him for anyone buying in Italy, especially for English-speaking purchasers.

My husband and I recently purchased a condo in southern Italy and Alessandro Clemente is our attorney. I cannot say enough about how terrific he is and how easy he made this purchase for us taking away the worry and uncertainty. People, especially expats, need an attorney in Italy and it is priceless! Alessandro is a consumate professional who ensures his clients have transparent communication. His responsiveness and advice is unparalleled to anything I’ve seen in Italy or the USA. I highly recommend his counsel and services. Forever grateful!

Clemente Law Firm was recommended to us by another young foreign couple who bought a house in Italy. We weren’t sure at first if we really needed a property lawyer, but in the end, we are so so glad we got in touch and hired Mr. Alessandro Clemente to help us. We would have been utterly lost without his services. He was not only professional and helpful, but also very kind and trustworthy. He helped us with conducting legal due diligence on all property documents, checked and created all legal documents necessary, and was always available to answer our questions. He guided us through the entire process and it made buying a house in another country the easiest and most stress-free process ever. We recommend him times ten.

During our extensive search for a villa in Italy, my husband and I had the opportunity to work closely with Alessandro, who has consistently demonstrated exceptional professionalism, knowledge, and dedication.

Furthermore, Alessandro’s exceptional communication skills and ability to build a strong relationship with us has been instrumental in his success. He possesses the unique ability to listen attentively to his clients’ needs and concerns, tailoring his approach to meet their specific requirements. His genuine passion for helping people purchase their dream homes is evident in every interaction.

Beyond his professional capabilities, Alessandro is a person of integrity and honesty. He is dependable, trustworthy, and consistently acts in the best interest of his clients. His commitment to excellence is unwavering.

In conclusion, I without hesitation recommend Alessandro. He possesses all the qualities necessary for success in this competitive industry – knowledge, skill, dedication, and a genuine desire to help his clients achieve their goals.

Thank you, Alessandro!

My wife and I just purchased a house in Italy and, thanks to our Avvocato, Alessandro Clemente, of the Clemente law firm, everything went very smoothly. Although we speak a little bit of Italian, we are insufficiently fluent to communicate effectively in a property purchase transaction. Fortunately, our friends recommended him to us because he had been such a great help when they purchased their residence in Italy.

His professionalism, his diligence, his expert advice and his genuine concern for the interest of his clients made us feel confident throughout the transaction. We were impressed by how promptly he addressed all of our questions and how he carefully made sure that we understood every step of the process.

Avvocato Alessandro Clemente was able to help us complete our transaction easily, we are very happy in our new home in Italy.

We worked with Alessandro in a move to Florence as non-residents from the UK. As soon as we contacted him he was quick to respond, and provided very helpful advice to us as well as liaising directly with the agent, which meant that we were able to secure the property we wanted by offer in a matter of days, shortly before Christmas. We know that if we hadn’t used Alessandro we are very likely to have lost the property because we didn’t know what we were doing, and others we contacted were not able to help us for a couple of weeks!

The whole transaction went very smoothly with Alessandro’s help. He continued to be quick to respond and took great care to be clear in all communications – verbal and by email and whatsapp. His English is very good, and he was able to translate all key documents and explain to us what everything meant.

We would not hesitate to use Clemente Law again, and would definitely recommend to anyone who doesn’t speak good Italian and requires someone trustworthy, reliable and pro-active. He was also very pleasant to deal with.

When it comes to buying a house in a foreign country, the language barrier and unfamiliar legal procedures can make the process overwhelming. The moment Alessandro became involved, it immediately felt less daunting. He was able to explain the process in a clear and concise manner and guide me through step by step. His patience and calming effect throughout the process were invaluable. I can recommend Alessandro Clemente as an invaluable asset to anyone looking to navigate the Italian legal system.

Buying a property in Italy? You need Alessandro Clemente! We are now the proud owners of an apartment in Florence and thanks to Alessandro, the whole purchase process has been smooth and stress-free. Yet our purchase had the potential to be extremely complicated – our apartment was being used as an office and the owners had tenants. We broke the usual rule that says don’t buy a property with tenants, but with Alessandro offering solutions, advice and guidance, it was absolutely possible. More than that, the sellers, tenants and us as the buyers all came away happy. Alessandro is both pro-active AND responsive, and always super-efficient. We are in our 50s and 60s, and have never had such an easy property purchase. Usually we’ve had to chase a solicitor for information or wait for replies – there was none of that with Alessandro. Should your Italian not be up to scratch either, he has superb English coupled with all the patience, wit and wisdom to steer you through the legalities of the buying process in Italy. He’s affable, positive, friendly and builds rapport quickly, so you feel valued and listened to – no question you ask is received as stupid. We felt supported and safe, and understood every step of the way through to the joy of receiving our big bundle of keys. Thank you Alessandro, we recommend you most highly to all and everyone. We could not have unlocked our new life in Italy without you.

If you are looking to purchase a home in Italy as a foreigner, then the best choice that you could ever make would be to hire Alessandro Clemente to represent you as your property lawyer. I am not a person who is naturally trusting, yet by the end of my first Zoom consultation with Alessandro I had hired him. He is shrewd, intelligent, efficient but by far his best quality is that he truly cares about the outcome for his clients.

Shortly after hiring Avv. Clemente to represent our interests in purchasing a home in Liguria, I flew from California to Italy to view the property. I met Alessandro in his office in Milan to talk through my concerns before departing for Liguria. He was kind enough to view the property in real-time on a video call with me and advise me on how to proceed, offering his opinions when I asked for them but otherwise staying neutral to avoid influencing my decision. When my husband and I decided to proceed with making an offer, Alessandro had the offer letter ready for us to sign within 24 hours. The process to make the offer should have been very straightforward, but due to unique circumstances on the seller’s side, it took nearly 4 months and 5 revised offers before we were finally ready to set a closing date. Throughout this, Alessandro never complained, fought to get our offer accepted, kept me updated multiple times a week through WhatsApp, and even kindly tolerated my frequent “any update?” text messages. I can not emphasize enough how he went above and beyond what I expected of him.

In the end, Alessandro represented us at closing, signing the paperwork and obtaining the key to my dream home in Liguria. He even humored me by taking photos at closing since I was unable to attend!

My husband, who is not easily impressed, said that hiring Alessandro was the single best decision we could have ever made when we decided to purchase a home in Italy, and I wholeheartedly agree. If you are dreaming of owning your own slice of Italy, don’t dream of doing it without Alessandro. The investment you make in his services will likely save you way more money in the long run – I know that it certainly did for us. Grazie mille, Alessandro!