Ugo Tanda

Ugo Tanda is a senior lawyer with over 25 years of professional experience, providing legal services that span corporate and commercial law, private client work, and family law. He is recognised for his specialist expertise in advising Italian clients on English law matters, with a particular focus on international divorce proceedings and cross-border probate cases. This unique cross-jurisdictional capability enables him to navigate complex legal frameworks, cultural contexts, and procedural requirements, providing tailored solutions to clients with international legal needs

Ugo holds an LL.M. in Information Technology, Media, and E-Commerce from the University of Essex.

Legal and Professional Expertise

• Corporate & Commercial Law: Advising businesses on contracts, commercial agreements, and corporate governance, with an emphasis on cross-border considerations.
• Private Client Work: Supporting high-net-worth and private individuals with succession planning, wills, and trusts, often involving multi-jurisdictional assets.
• Family Law: Handling complex divorce and custody matters, particularly those involving parties from different jurisdictions, with a focus on amicable resolution and strategic settlement.
• International Legal Advisory: Specialist in advising Italian nationals and businesses on the application and implications of English law.
• Cross-Border Probate: Managing estates with assets in multiple jurisdictions, ensuring compliance with both English and Italian legal frameworks.
• International Divorce: Navigating the complexities of jurisdictional choice, recognition of foreign judgments, and cross-border enforcement in family law cases.
• Governance, Rule of Law, and Fundamental Rights – Providing legal insight into freedom of expression, access to justice, and transnational cooperation.
• Cultural Heritage and Linguistic Diversity – Bringing practical experience from PEN International to initiatives aimed at preserving and promoting cultural identity.
• Cross-Border Legal and Policy Frameworks – Advising on the interplay between national and EU legal systems, especially in family, succession, and commercial matters.
• Ethics and Legal Compliance in Research – Offering expertise in legal and ethical governance within multidisciplinary and international research contexts.

Leadership and Advocacy

Alongside his legal practice, Ugo serves as President of the Sardinian Centre of PEN International, a globally respected NGO dedicated to protecting freedom of expression. In this role, he has:

• Promoted Sardinian language and linguistic diversity as a means of preserving cultural heritage.
• Engaged with international partners on campaigns involving human rights, freedom of the press, and the safeguarding of cultural expression.

He is also the Chair of Trustees of a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO), The Belforte Foundation, focused on animal welfare. His work in this field includes governance oversight, fundraising strategy, and ensuring compliance with charity law and regulatory requirements.

Languages

• Italian – Native
• English – Fluent

Key Roles

• Partner – Tanda Migliorini & Associates LLP
• President – Centro PEN della Sardegna (Sardinian PEN Centre)
• Chair of Trustees – The Belforte Foundation, CIO (Animal Welfare)

Education

• LL.M. IT, Media and Information Technology Law – University of Essex
• Law Degree – Universita di Sassari