About Us – Cerulli Arena Law Firm

Over 50 Years of Experience in Private International Law

The Cerulli Arena Law Firm is a leading practice in Private International Law, with established expertise in assisting the Italian community abroad. Founded in 1972, our firm has been assisting clients across Europe and Latin America in complex cross-border matters.

Our Offices

  • Buenos Aires (Argentina) – Historic headquarters since 1972
  • Milan (Italy) – Since 1989

Thanks to our well-established international network, we handle remote legal matters with the same effectiveness and attention as in-person meetings.

Who Leads the Firm

The Firm is headed by Attorney Graciela Cerulli, admitted to the following Bar Associations:

  • Colegio Público de Abogados de la Capital Federal (Buenos Aires)
  • Milan Bar Association
  • Ilustre Colegio de Abogados de Ceuta

Her decades of experience in Private International Law are the foundation of our professional practice and ensure clients receive highly qualified assistance in cross-border legal matters.

Our Areas of Expertise

Our professionals are experts in Private International Law and assist individuals and families in resolving legal matters throughout Europe and Latin America in the following areas:

  • International succession matters (intestate succession, wills, and inheritance disputes)
  • Wills and international estate planning
  • International employment contracts and professional relationships
  • Compensation claims and civil liability
  • Cross-border fraud and unlawful acts
  • Recognition of Italian citizenship by descent, including through the maternal line, with full legal assistance and court representation.

More than 10,000 families have obtained Italian citizenship through our assistance.
We assist clients at every stage: from document collection to legal representation, through to the final recognition of citizenship.

Our Strengths

Exclusive Focus on Private International Law

We are not general practitioners: we focus exclusively on cross-border law, with extensive expertise in Italy, Argentina, Brazil, and other Latin American countries.
Remote Case Management
We assist clients living abroad without the need to travel: everything is managed online, via certified mail, or through virtual meetings.
Established International Network
Offices in three countries and collaborators across numerous jurisdictions enable us to operate effectively throughout Europe and Latin America.
Resolution of International Inheritance Disputes
We handle estates involving assets or heirs in multiple countries, resolving conflicts of law and jurisdiction.
Proven Results
More than 50 years of experience and over 10,000 families who have obtained Italian citizenship through us confirm our reliability.

Our History

  • 1972 – Opening of our first office in Buenos Aires, Argentina
  • 1989 – Expansion into Europe with the opening of our Milan office
  • Following years – Expansion through international partnerships and additional offices and collaborations, including São Paulo

This longstanding history has enabled us to build a solid reputation and a proven track record of successfully resolving complex cases.