Feb 24/Seattle, WA - Complexities of the Italian Laws of Inheritance and Foreign Wills

Join Mr. Alessandro Canali, an Italian lawyer, as he discusses the intricacies and nuances of the Italian inheritance system as well as the differences between Italian and U.S. systems in matters of real estate rights and transactions, property and titles public register system and  the office of a civil law notary. Mr. Canali will also discuss the enforceability of a U.S. will, specifically relating to real estate assets, within the Italian courts and the validity of U.S. provisions as it is applicable to Italian inheritance system.

Attendees at this CLE will gain an understanding of:

• Practical tips on how to enforce foreign wills, specifically U.S. wills within the Italian legal system
• Common pitfalls as it relates to enforceability of wills and other real estate transactions with the Italian legal system
• How to minimize the risk of disputes relating to the inheritance laws in Italy

Title: Complexities of the Italian Laws of Inheritance and Foreign Wills
Sponsor: WSBA International Practice Section
When: Thursday, February 24, 2011
            Noon to 1:30 p.m.
Where: Logan Building
             500 Union St., Suite 928, Seattle
CLE Credits: 1.5 general credits
Cost:
International Practice Section members — Free
Law students — Free
Non-International Practice Section members — $35

Click here for further details and online registration: http://www.mywsba.org/Default.aspx?tabid=90&action=MTGProductDetails&args=6049

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