There has been a wholesale change in the way resignations
are handled in Italy, further to the implementation of a recent
new law (Law no. 188/07).
Previously, when employees chose to resign, they simply
notified their employer without having to follow any specific
legal procedure or meet any particular legal requirements. They
were free to choose the most appropriate form.
The new law introduces a detailed procedure and has a big
impact on managing employee resignations. It should be noted
that not only employees (and executives) are affected by this
change, but also independent contractors.
Employees who intend to resign are subject to a special
procedure otherwise their resignation will be considered void.
In notifying the resignation, the employee must use a special
form issued by the authorities which certifies their
resignation. The form is free and will be provided by the local
office of
