TESTIMONIALS

'We were first introduced to Avv. Massimiliano De Benetti through a third party property agent based in the UK to assist us in acquiring a holiday let apartment in Lago Maggiore Northern Italy, 2010. Our appreciation of the Italian language is at best described as ‘entry level’ so to discover Max who has a good command of both the English and Italian law was a huge benefit. Finding such a person certainly helped sooth our nerves of buying abroad. Our overall experience of using the services of Avv. Massimiliano De Benetti from offer to completion was professional, efficient and competitive, so for these reasons alone we would not hesitate in recommending Max to any other potential clients.' Silas and Sara Wilde – Northamptonshire, UK. (& Ghiffa, L.Maggiore, Italian Lakes) - email: s.wilde@btinternet.com

 

Several years ago we decided to purchase an appartment in Venice. We were extremely fortunate to be introduced to Massimiliano De Benetti who guided us very professionally through a complex and difficult purchase. Without Max's help, total loyalty and perseverance on our behalf, the purchase would not have happened and we would not be experiencing the special times we are now able to spend in our favourite city in the world! He continues to advise us on all our legal matters in Venice and indeed more and we are proud to have him as our good friend and Lawyer. We would recommend his excellent services without hesitation. Andrew + Linda Hurst, Cardiff, Wales. email: wenvoecastle@yahoo.co.uk

 

We were first impressed with the law firm of Avv. Massimiliano De Benetti by the efficiency and expertise of their legal work on the purchase of our apartment in Calabria. When we later asked for assistance with a tenant problem Avv. Massimiliano De Benetti met the tenant personally and resolved it quickly and professionally. We considered this to be outstanding service. We very highly recommend him and his law firm for their expert legal advice and total professionalism and know we can rely on them for the best legal assistance. Malcolm and Rosemary Cocksedge (UK) - email: camerose2@aol.com

 

In October 2011 we followed our dream and bought an apartment in Venice. As Norwegian citizens we were not familiar with the Italian legal system processes and had been told that buying a property in Italy could prove difficult, time-consuming and demanding. Instead, the whole process turned out incredibly smooth and quick. This is owed to the invaluable legal assistance and advice from Avv. Massimiliano De Benetti. His strong competence combined with experience and friendliness guided us through all steps and made us feel very secure. He has promptly responded to all our questions - always trustworthy, patient and professional. We would highly recommend Avv. De Benetti and his services! Ingeborg Dybvig and Oddbjørn Sørmoen, Oslo, Norway - email: idybvig@gmail.com

 

'Having no Italian and being rather phobic of financial and legal matters I was very happy to use Massimiliano to oversee my property purchase in Venice. I left everything to him from negotiating the purchase to arranging an Italian mortgage for me with Barclays and even insuring the property for me. It was a pleasure to work with someone more approachable and pleasant than the doddering dickension solicitors you often have to rely on in the UK. I have no hesitation in recommending his services.' David Willis - London (UK) - email: info@casansebastiano.com

 

"When my wife and I decided to buy a property in Italy, we were referred to Mr De Benetti through a real estate firm specializing in selling Italian property to foreigners. Although we did not use the broker, we retained the contact to Mr De Benetti for the property we ultimately bought. It was not an uncomplicated transaction, with a Seller who was a) also foreign, b) too cheap to hire a lawyer himself and c) had cut corners in the renovation works and local Comune approval process. The result was that a transaction which should have been straightforward became quite messy. Mr De Benetti was instrumental in working with & cajoling the Seller, the appropriate authorities, and the Comune in getting the deal done, even after the Notary had expressed her frustration that she no longer wanted to deal with the Seller! Ultimately the deal got done, everything is now legally registered with the Comune, and we can enjoy the property. We can unreservedly recommend his services." Thomas. Z. (Switzerland)

 

It is my great and real pleasure to recommend Mr. De Benetti's firm for legal advice in Italy. Two and a half years ago I bought an apartment in Giudecca, Venice and during this time I was able to appreciate Mr. De Benetti's high professionalism and efficiency. Thank to Mr. De Benetti's expertise, the process of buying an apartment abroad which seems so complicate and even frightful – was a clear, quick and above all a simple one. In the pleasure we get from having this apartment in Venice, we owe a great deal to Mr. De Benetti's competence. Dr. Lydia Lerner, Israel - email: lynat@netvision.net

 

" We first met Massimiliano de Benetti in 2009. His warm and very professional approach convinced us immediately that his help would be essential to plod our way through all legal and cultural intricacies during the process of buying our small townhouse in Dorsoduro - Venice. Hiring him as our lawyer made our experience a very smooth one as we could always be confident in his support and the accuracy of his judgment. We felt extremely secure although buying a property in a foreign country is supposed to be a very stressful initiative. We now have a house and a friend. We shall always be grateful to Massimiliano and his team for making our dream come true. " Yamini Kumar, Paris (France)

 

" Jacky and I have used Massimiliano De Benetti for a variety of legal procedures in Italy over the last 7 years including the complex purchase of a derelict property in the Veneto, the sale of a property in Italy and all the associated legal procedures in connection with these transactions. We have found him to be unfailingly honest, thorough and efficient in these matters and we have no hesitation in recommending him. Additionally, as non Italians we have found his detailed translations of Italian legal documents to be especially useful. " Jacqueline and Christopher Gawne (UK) - email: chriswgawne@hotmail.com

 

Avv. Massimiliano De Benetti betreute uns vor, während und nach dem Kauf einer Immobilie in Venedig. Er führte kompetent und einfühlsam die schwierigen Verkaufsverhandlungen, entwarf sämtliche Verträge und begleitete uns professionell und sicher bis zum abschließenden Notar Termin. Auch nach dem Abschluss des Kaufes steht er uns weiterhin mit Rat und Tat zur Seite. Wir danken Avv. De Benetti und seinem Team für die wertvolle Unterstützung! Avv. Massimiliano De Benetti assisted us before, during and after the purchase of a property in Venice. He led competently and with sensitivity the difficult sales negotiations, drafted all contracts and guided us professionally and safely to the exchange date. Even after the completion of the purchase he continues to provide advice and assistance. We thank Avv. De Benetti and his team for their valuable support! Henrike und Michael Wochinger, Deutschland - email: hwochinger@ymail.com

 

We have been a client and friend of Massimiliano (Max) De Benetti since 2006. Over these last six years he has managed and guided us through the purchase of our property in the Euganean Hills outside Venice. He has adroitly handled all legal, financial and property matters for us with more personal attention and enthusiasm than we could have ever anticipated or even hoped. He remains committed to our project, our satisfaction, and even our continuing education about Italy. We have no doubt that he embraces his other clients with the same energy, honesty, trust and determination. Donald and Denise Culp, United States - email: dtculp@verizon.net

 

Max and his team provided a superb service in respect of my recent property purchase in Venice. His advice was clear and concise and he explained the nuances of the contractual arrangements in great detail. Jonathan Lloyd, London (UK) - email: info@caleonessa.com

 

I count myself fortunate to have found and engaged Avv. De Benetti to represent me with a case of marital separation in Italy. Due to unusual circumstances I had just days to research and engage a lawyer with good knowledge of the process and a good level of english. Since my initial contact with Avv. De Benetti in 2009 I have been impressed by his quick understanding of the situation, attention to detail and sound advice in trying circumstances. I would recommend his services without reservation and am happy to discuss this with anyone considering engaging him professionally. Andrew Booth - Founder and CEO of ABOUTAsia email: a.booth@aboutasiatravel.com

 

'We have always found Massimiliano De Benetti to be both professional and approachable. Throughout a protracted and complex project, Max has been a source of support and knowledge. We could not have bought and renovated our beautiful house in Italy without him. Our trust has been very well rewarded.' Beth and Nigel Walsh (UK)

 

My husband and myself bought a property in Venice for a holiday rental at the end of 2010 and we would highly recommend using Massimiliano De Benetti of De Benetti & Co when buying a property in Italy. He made the purchasing process a simple and straightforward business and also helped us with the initial negotiations over the purchase price. He could not have made it easier for us. We are very satisfied customers! Richard & Suzette Colson, London (UK) - email: info@camasena.com

 

Massimiliano di Benetti, a fluent English speaker, provided us with an excellent and friendly legal service when we bought a property in the Euganean Hills. We couldn't have asked for a more competent and charming guide for leading us through the intricacies of an Italian property purchase. Matters proceeded smoothly from drawing up the initial purchase offer to the final contract signing. A couple of minor problems in the transaction were dealt with promptly by Massimiliano's professional and diplomatic intervention. We would certainly make use of Massimiliano's services again and would unhesitatingly recommend him to anyone who requires an English speaking lawyer in Italy. Andrew and Alison Ruff (UK)

 

Massimiliano de Benetti has been our Italian lawyer since 2007 and he and his colleagues have always given complete satisfaction. Initially he managed the conveyancing of our apartment purchase in Venice. Subsequently we've had advice and services concerned with planning issues, representation over legal issues in condominium meetings, representations to the tax authorities, personal wills, Discretionary Trust law, and a host of day to day things where he has been readily available at the end of a phone. It has given us great peace of mind to have the friendly and professional back-up services of Max and his team. Professor Peter Davies CBE - London (UK) email: peter.davies@pera.com

 

'De Benetti law firm dealt with all of the legal aspects of buying a property in the Veneto area of Italy. The service was superb and even though I live in England I did not once have any worries about how things were proceding. Massimiliano dealt with everything and all I needed to do was sign the necessary documents and arrange tranfer of funds. The process could not have been more easy thanks to Massimiliano. I could not have asked for a better service with good value for money and actually I feel I received assistance above and beyond what I was charged for'. Rebecca Bancroft, Manchester (UK)

 

“When we decided to buy a property in Venice nearly 5 years ago, we were very fortunate to work with excellent people in terms of finding the right house, negotiating the purchase and finalising all of the necessary legal documentation. We could not even have started this complex and difficult process without the help, advice and knowledge of Massimiliano (Max) De Benetti. Since we bought the house, Max has remained in contact with us and has proved a good friend as well as a highly competent lawyer. I would recommend him highly” J. H. - London (UK)

 

A client since 2008, I have always found De Benetti & Co. to be fully committed to serving and protecting the interests of their clients. Massimiliano is knowledgeable, professional, and dedicated, advocating for his clients and their needs with an equal balance of tenacity and wisdom. I can rest assured that any matter in which I might need to call on De Benetti & Co. for assistance would be handled with all the due care and diligence I would need. Jaclyn Reding - Boston (USA) email: jaclyn@jaclynreding.com

Studio Legale Avv. Massimiliano De Benetti
Via del Santo 41
I-35123 Padova - ITALY
tel: ++39 049 7994546
fax: ++39 049 7994547
tel (English speakers): ++39 349 7150314
email: info@debenettilaw.com