Armando Cecatiello: Give value to the international family business
Armando Cecatiello is a divorce and family lawyer specialized in high net worth described as “International Top Divorce Lawyer” and quoted by Forbes as “Italian Top Divorce Lawyer”. His legal firm is based in Brera, the fashion district of Milan, and in Lugano, and he is qualified to provide legal advice on Italian, Swiss and international legislations.
Cecatiello and his team handle all aspects of divorce law, with a particular focus on hidden assets, valuable or complex corporate structures, legal issues, trusts, and international or disputed jurisdictions. They act equally on behalf of those seeking to protect their wealth and those fighting to claim their fair share. He is the attorney of choice for high net worth individuals, entrepreneurs, politicians, business people and sports professionals. He is adept at handling complicated family matters with discretion, empathy and tact while delivering exceptional service and value for money.
Armando introduced the collaborative practice in Italy and Switzerland. It is, by definition, a non-adversarial approach for divorce that takes care of the real interest of the parts creating, in a safe environment, the best solution for the ex-spouses and their kids. Collaborative practice, as improved by Cecatiello, is designed to ease the emotional strains of a breakup and foster the well-being of children.
Cecatiello has developed a conscious approach to managing the sensitive and difficult topic surrounding the dissolution of a marriage. He regularly deals with family businesses, inherited wealth, tax, and pensions issues with more than 25 years of practice in international and domestic divorce, private international child matters, and negotiating multi-jurisdictional nuptial agreements. A diligent attorney can protect clients from unforeseen consequences, especially financial and economic loss, even in the most straightforward divorces.
His communication skills and ability to deal, with empathy, highly charged and emotionally sensitive matters is renowned. His efficiency and contagious energy are universally recognized alongside his premier levels of client service. He always provides comprehensive strategic guidance from the outset but with an eye on the commercial reality of the situation.
Armando is also particularly sensitive to the issue of violence and discrimination against vulnerable subjects: this is why he founded “Soccorso Rosa Onlus”, an NGO which supports all victims of violence: women, children, and discriminated people. His vocation in supporting the most fragile subjects led him to take an active part in the prestigious “Women in Cinema Award” (WICA), recently held during the “Rome Film Festival” at the Maxxi Museum. This event, presented by the well-known actress and columnist Claudia Conte, gave a voice to all women who live in difficult situations, including and starting with women from Afghanistan.
Attorney Cecatiello has published numerous books on issues that are close to his heart and most recently: “A mindful divorce: uncoupling with the collaborative process”, published in English, Spanish and soon in German, and “Adolescenti. Educare e crescere senza paura” (Teenagers. Educate and grow without fear).
Armando, tell us something about your editorial adventure.
I am incredibly honoured by the success of my books and happily surprised by the request to publish them in various different languages. I am finalizing my latest work on the international protection of family assets, which will be published by Forbes.
What was the divorce that gave you the most satisfaction?
There is no greater satisfaction than obtaining the best for my clients. Every case is important because it strongly impacts my client’s life, and I take it to heart.
Your firm is also involved in protecting assets. Can you explain better how you do it?
I can’t give you an answer; it is very confidential. I really care about the privacy of my clients. I can only say that I put my client’s well-being and interest at the centre of my work, and I work strongly to achieve these objectives.
What plans do you have for the future?
I think this approach to divorce is the future. I still have many ideas and projects to realize, starting with the next new book for Forbes. However, the one that is closest to my heart is travelling to spread the collaborative practice in congress and lectures in universities. I have seen first-hand the benefits of collaborative practice throughout my career and would like as many people as possible to benefit from it.
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