I have been a client of Cristina’s for many years and have recommended her to many of my friends and acquaintances. We are all of the same opinion - she truly is worthy of five stars…and more! As an ex-pat trying to find my way in a foreign land with unfamiliar language, laws and customs, Cristina was a life-saver! Being bi-lingual and having an extensive legal knowledge, she has come to the rescue countless times. Whether it be issues of immigration, property purchase, documents regularisation, will writing or divorce proceedings, she has helped us all to the highest professional standards. More than this…Cristina really cares for her clients and feistily fights our corner. She will also share with you her considered opinion. With her breadth of understanding of the legal and cultural terrain here, she provides rock-solid sound advice - invaluable in saving you stress, time and money. I have hired Cristina to provide me with support on legalities regarding purchasing a property in Italy. Cristina not only presented a great level of expertise on the subject but she was always responding promptly to my correspondence. I found her truly knowledgable and, without a doubt, very reliable.

When I first contemplated purchasing a property in Italy, I instinctively knew I would need a lawyer. Fortunately, during my initial property searches, I was referred to a lawyer by a builder who lives in a remote province of Abruzzo, of all places. Cristina turned out to be more than just a lawyer; she was a fellow Philadelphian who had attended Bryn Mawr College. For those familiar with the area, getting accepted into Bryn Mawr is a testament to one's intelligence, academic excellence, and impressive track record. Raised by Italian parents, Cristina embodies the perfect blend of cultural expertise and an American work and communications ethic. She's fluent not only in the language but also in the nuances of Italian culture, which makes her an invaluable asset in navigating the complexities of real estate transactions or any contract. Over the past decade, as I have dealt with buying a property—eventually in Lazio rather than Abruzzo—renovations, builders, and the intricacies of Italian neighbors, I have relied on Cristina's guidance every step of the way. I never make a move without her approval, and she has saved me from countless pitfalls along the way. I make no commitment or sign any contract without her say-so, which speaks volumes about my trust in her expertise. I cannot recommend her highly enough—she is truly outstanding!

I have been a client of Cristina’s for many years and have recommended her to many of my friends and acquaintances. We are all of the same opinion - she truly is worthy of five stars…and more! As an ex-pat trying to find my way in a foreign land with unfamiliar language, laws and customs, Cristina was a life-saver! Being bi-lingual and having an extensive legal knowledge, she has come to the rescue countless times. Whether it be issues of immigration, property purchase, documents regularisation, will writing or divorce proceedings, she has helped us all to the highest professional standards. More than this…Cristina really cares for her clients and feistily fights our corner. She will also share with you her considered opinion. With her breadth of understanding of the legal and cultural terrain here, she provides rock-solid sound advice - invaluable in saving you stress, time and money. I wholeheartedly recommend Cristina to anyone needing legal services of any kind, and particularly to English-speaking ex-pats in need of a helping hand through the legal minefield!

I cannot offer enough praise for our trusted advocate Cristina Mattei who acted as our legal counsel throughout the acquisition of a historic villa property in Puglia. At every point of the rather involved process of buying this exceptional property Cristina was proactively involved in providing us with in-depth legal direction both verbally and in precise written form. In doing so she afforded us with her highly professional services that most certainly made our path towards ownership of our beloved Puglia home immensely easier. Simply put, Cristina was indispensable, and we recommend her so very highly!

Buying a house in Italy sounds romantic and is rewarding but can be complex. I realized too late into my second failed attempt to buy a home - with only real estate industry support - that Italian legal assistance is essential. I was finally fortunate to have Cristina Maria Mattei as my legal counsel. She is knowledgeable in Italian law and the international intricacies of Italian law. She understands not only the legal but the social and cultural differences between Italy and other countries and cultures. Cristina is not just fluent in the words of English, but in the implications of nuances. For Cristina the complexities and emotions experienced in home buying are an everyday event; yet she treats each case and client as unique. Since the purchase Cristina has continued to be a trusted source through building permitting and remodeling. My Italian house is now my Italian home. I now look forward to Cristina’s assistance as I apply for residency. I am so grateful she is my Italian Attorney!

Cristina is a shining star in a very complex Italian legal system. Her work ethics are second to none, she provides timely efficient responses and is proactive. She will tell you the truth, not what she thinks you want to hear. This in itself is so very important and inspires great confidence. We first met Cristina when we needed to draft our Wills and she has since helped us on numerous occasions with various legal challenges. Any friend in need I send her way and can not recommend her highly enough.