Who we are
The Art Advisor Department of the Circosta Law Firm supports collectors, families, foundations, galleries, museums, auction houses and wealth managers with legal and market advisory for fine art, design, photography and collectibles. We combine legal structuring and transaction execution with a discreet, independent and global approach.
What we do
- Deals and contracts: private sales, auctions, consignments, agency, exhibition loans, commissions.
- Due diligence and provenance: authenticity, chain of title, stolen/looted checks, condition and valuation coordination.
- Compliance and risk: AML and sanctions, counterparty KYC, export/import, cultural property, customs, embargo controls.
- IP and rights: copyright and related rights, licensing, image rights, NFT and digital art.
- Collection structures: trusts and foundations, succession planning, art lending, insurance and risk transfer.
- Restitutions and disputes: restitution claims, injunctive relief, mediation and specialized arbitration.
- Collection strategy: acquisition and disposal policy, governance and ethics, reporting and audit.
Who we serve
Private and family collectors, UHNW clients, family offices, foundations, galleries and dealers, museums, auction houses, artists and estates.
Why us
Our international footprint across Europe, the Americas, Asia, Africa and the Middle East enables fast, decisive action in cross-border transactions and disputes, with trusted partners in the world's main art hubs.
Engagement flow
- Confidential intake
- Legal and provenance due diligence
- Term sheet and contracts
- Secure completion
- Ongoing compliance and records
Speak with our Art Advisor Department
Buying, selling or lending an artwork? Concerns about provenance or export, or want to structure a collection? Get in touch for a confidential assessment.