In Italian law this area is called voluntary jurisdiction (volontaria giurisdizione): there is no dispute, but a judge must step in to protect people who cannot look after their own interests. It requires precision, reliable timing and great attention to the person.
I support families from the first application through the following years: periodic reports, requests for authorisation to sell a property, to accept or renounce an inheritance on behalf of a minor or a protected person.
What I deal with in this area
Support administration
When an elderly parent, a sick relative or a person with a disability can no longer manage their own affairs, support administration (amministrazione di sostegno) protects them without taking away their dignity.
Guardianship Judge authorisations
When acting on behalf of a minor child or a person under guardianship or support administration, many important acts require the judge's authorisation.
Frequently asked questions
My father can no longer manage his finances. What can I do?
The most suitable tool is usually support administration (amministrazione di sostegno): the Guardianship Judge appoints a person, often a relative, who assists him only with the acts he needs help with, leaving him the rest of his autonomy. I explain how to file the application and which medical documents are required.
How long does it take to obtain an authorisation from the Guardianship Judge?
It depends on the type of act and on the court's workload. A complete, well-documented application reduces the risk of requests for additional documents, which are the main cause of delay.