The way a company is incorporated shapes its governance, liability, taxation and ability to raise capital. Choosing the right legal form and drafting clear articles prevents conflicts and costly corrections later.
The studio assists founders from the first decision to registration, and coordinates accountants and advisors so that the company starts with a coherent legal and fiscal structure.
What it covers
A complete job,
no grey areas.
Choice of legal form
SRL, SRLS, SPA or partnership: a comparison based on liability, governance, costs and future investors.
Deed and articles
Drafting of the deed of incorporation and articles of association tailored to the founders’ agreement.
Capital and contributions
Rules on capital, contributions in cash or in kind, and the formalities required for each.
Shareholders’ agreements
Voting, transfer restrictions, exit and deadlock provisions that keep the company governable.
Registration
Filing with the Companies Register and the related formalities to give the company legal existence.
Start-up support
Coordination with accountants and advisors on tax, employment and compliance matters.
How it works
From first conversation
to the deed.
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01
Founding meeting
We discuss the business, the founders, the capital and the governance the company needs.
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02
Structure and documents
We define the legal form, the articles and the agreements between shareholders.
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03
Deed and capital
Signature of the deed and completion of the capital and contribution formalities.
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04
Registration
Filing with the Companies Register, tax code and the first corporate formalities.
Useful documents
What to prepare,
in good time.
You do not need everything at once. After the first conversation we send a tailored list. These are the most common documents.
- Identity document and tax code of the founders
- Business plan or description of the activity
- Details of capital and contributions
- Any shareholders’ agreement or investment terms
- Certificates proving the availability of contributed assets
- Foreign documents and apostilles, where required
Frequently asked questions
The answers
you need.
Which company form is best for a small business in Italy?
There is no single answer. The SRL is the most common choice for limited liability and flexibility, but governance, taxation and the number of founders may point to a different form. We compare the options with your accountant.
Can a foreigner incorporate a company in Italy?
Yes, subject to the applicable rules on residence, tax code and documentation. Foreign documents may need apostilles and translations, and the notary verifies identity and capacity before the deed.
Do I need a shareholders’ agreement?
It is not always mandatory, but it is often wise. Clear rules on voting, transfers and exit can prevent deadlocks and protect both majority and minority shareholders.
Facing a similar situation? Tell us about it: we will identify the next step together.
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