Marcin Durlak
Articles by Marcin Durlak
27 Oct 2025
A Simpler Way to Separate (or Plan Ahead): The Single Solicitor Service in Family Law
When a couple decides to separate or divorce, the first assumption is often that each person needs to “lawyer up”, hiring opposing solicitors to negotiate everything from finances to child arrangements. But this traditional, adversarial model doesn’t suit every family.
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21 Oct 2025
Navigating Probate in Two Legal Worlds: England & Wales and Italy
When someone passes away, the legal process of handling their estate can be complex—especially when it crosses borders. As a dual-qualified Solicitor and Avvocato, I often support clients who are navigating estates involving both England & Wales and Italy. Despite some surface similarities, the probate processes in these two jurisdictions are fundamentally different, rooted in contrasting legal traditions, expectations, and systems of inheritance.
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9 Jun 2025
Prenuptial Agreements in England vs. Italy: Understanding the differences
Prenuptial agreements (prenups) are legal contracts entered into by couples before marriage, outlining the division of assets and financial responsibilities in case of divorce. While prenups are common in many countries, their enforceability and legal standing vary significantly from one jurisdiction to another. In particular, the treatment of prenuptial agreements in Italy and England reveals notable differences due to the distinct legal traditions, cultural attitudes, and legislative frameworks of these countries.
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2 Apr 2024
Divorce and division of assets in England v Divorce and division of assets in Italy
Speak to a member of our specialist international team of UK family lawyers today on 0330 107 0107. Going through a divorce in any jurisdiction is without doubts a difficult experience for anyone involved. Going through a divorce that involves additional complications such as choice of appropriate jurisdiction, can be even more stressful and intimidating. There […]
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15 Aug 2022
Divorce in England v Divorce in Italy: let`s spot the differences and the similarities
When a couple or one of the spouses realizes that the marriage is at a loss they are faced with uncountable dilemmas regarding the steps to take to be able to come to terms with the end of the relationship and move forward. Breaking up is never easy no matter the circumstances. It involves not […]
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