Anyone who has done business in Italy knows that personal relationships, mutual trust, and informal agreements play a central role. In the United States, the landscape is radically different: American legal culture is built on written documentation, contractual precision, and proactive risk management. This difference is not merely cultural — it is structural. The American...Read More

The American market offers extraordinary opportunities for Italian companies seeking international growth. Whether acquiring a competitor, a strategic supplier, or a tech startup, cross-border M&A transactions require specific legal preparation. Due diligence in the U.S. is a more extensive process than in Italy. Beyond the standard financial and tax review, it is essential to verify...Read More

For Italian and European entrepreneurs looking to relocate to the United States, the E-2 Treaty Investor visa is often the most accessible and strategic option. Unlike the EB-5, it does not require a multi-million-dollar investment, and unlike the H-1B, it does not depend on a lottery. The E-2 visa is available to citizens of countries...Read More

U.S. contract law operates on fundamentally different principles than Italian and European law. For a company entering the American market, understanding these differences is not an academic exercise — it is an operational necessity. 1. Choice of Law and Forum Selection. In the U.S., each state has its own laws. Choosing the right jurisdiction (New...Read More

For European entrepreneurs, the American system offers two main options: the Limited Liability Company (LLC) and the Corporation (C-Corp or S-Corp). Making the right choice can significantly impact your tax exposure, asset protection, and ability to attract investors. The LLC is the most flexible structure. It provides personal liability protection, pass-through taxation (profits are taxed...Read More

PF Law plays a crucial role in facilitating your real estate journey. The law firm provides comprehensive legal assistance and guidance throughout the process, ensuring that all legal matters are expertly handled. Additionally, PF Law can put you in touch with trusted brokers, tax experts and local agents (the “PF Law Network”), offering a seamless and...Read More

Money laundering has long been a thorn in the side of financial institutions and law enforcement agencies worldwide. The practice involves disguising the origins of illegally obtained money, making it appear as though it comes from a legitimate source. In the United States, combating money laundering has been a priority for decades, leading to the...Read More

The United States offers several visa options for foreign investors wishing to start businesses or invest in the country. Among the most popular options is the E-2 visa for commercial investors. To qualify for the E-2 Visa, you must be a citizen of a country that has a trade and investment treaty with the United...Read More

The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has issued policy guidance regarding the 2-year foreign residence requirement for nonimmigrant exchange visitors (J-1 visa classification). Some J-1 exchange visitors are required to reside in their home country or last legal residence abroad for at least 2 years before applying for certain visas. USCIS has updated its...Read More

In recent years, privacy protection has become a key issue for companies and nations around the world. While the European Union led the way by introducing the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in 2018, the United States has faced several challenges in developing a  U.S. federal privacy law, though various federal laws cover different aspects of...Read More