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PedersoliGattai > The Legal 500 Rankings
Italy > Private equity Tier 1
PedersoliGattai is geared to handle the corporate, finance and tax components of private equity deals, acting on everything from venture capital transactions through to mid-size and big-ticket mandates. The practice is home to Bruno Gattai, who is considered an authority in the space, and Stefano Catenacci, who hones his focus on small- and mid-cap transactions, domestic and cross-border alike; the duo co-lead the team alongside Gerardo Gabrielli, who is a key port of call for several major international private equity firms. Federico Bal is forging a leading reputation among funds, family-owned businesses and portfolio companies. In addition to his prolific oversight of M&A deals, Alessandro Marena is also noted for his prowess in the establishment of investment funds and companies; he is supported by Ascanio Cibrario, who acts across M&A, financing and minority investment deals and has strength handling transactions related to aviation and aerospace, and Carlo Re, who hones his attention on the automotive, publishing and financial services industries. Andrea Faoro and Luca Saraceni are other key names.Practice head(s):
Bruno Gattai; Stefano Catenacci; Gerardo Gabrielli; Alessandro Marena
Other key lawyers:
Federico Bal; Ascanio Cibrario; Andrea Faoro; Luca Saraceni; Antonio Pedersoli; Carlo Re; Luca Rossi Provesi
Testimonials
‘The team is always competent, up-to-date and available for any request, even on short notice. All teams from different departments/practices work together as one team.’
‘Pedersoli’s individuals stands out for their passion for work and competence. Carlo Re and the team really added value to our project.’
‘Carlo Re’s technical expertise and legal knowledge makes the difference in the deal success.’
‘Pedersoli consistently provides outstanding and quality work and advice, even under very challenging or urgent circumstances. They have one of the premier private equity practices in Italy. Luca Rossi Provesi and the team are of quality and we value their responsiveness and availability, being able to get done what we need on short notice.’
‘A strong Italian practice with deep knowledge of the market, outstanding engagement. They are always very proactive and efficient in delivering their work. Senior partners and partners are always available and on top of the dossiers’
Key clients
CVC Capital Partners
Bain Capital
Intermediate Capital Group (ICG)
Investcorp
Clessidra
Tikehau
Ambienta
Green Arrow Capital
FSI SGR S.p.A.
21 Investimenti SGR SPA
Ardian
PM & Partners SGR
Aksia
DBAG
Italy > Turin: leading firms Tier 1
PedersoliGattai’s Turin office has recognised experience in a wide range of areas, most notably corporate and M&A, commercial, private equity, capital markets, insolvency and restructuring. The sizeable team also has strong litigation and arbitration capabilities, frequently representing clients before the Court of Turin. The group’s expertise is reflected by highly experienced senior and junior partners that work seamlessly with other offices across the country. Eugenio Barcellona, Andrea Gandini, Alessandra Giovetti, Marcello Magro, Mario Napoli and Carlo Re jointly head the practice.Practice head(s):
Eugenio Barcellona; Andrea Gandini; Alessandra Giovetti; Marcello Magro ; Mario Napoli; Carlo Re
Other key lawyers:
Fabrizio Grass; Leonardo Bonfanti
Testimonials
‘Proficiency: They have lots of practical experiences in Corporate governance and M&A. They provide us a whole picture of Italian law (including EU law) as well as the latest amendment/tendency of law development in this field. They understand foreign investors’ needs in M&A and gives very accurate and professional advice to that. They address our questions and doubts in a quick way which is really important for us. Billing: They have a very friendly billing policy to us customers.’
‘Andrea Gandini is a very proficient, stringent and brilliant legal partner. He has been supporting us for more than 7 years and has become a very important counsel in our Italian business exploration. He always gives us the best choices in Italian business from the legal perspective. He answers our questions and doubts in the most efficient way. He plays a leading role in our M&A program.’
‘Availability of partners and strong involvement with clients, large breadth of areas covered, flexibility and tailored approach to the client’s specific needs. Large international network and ability to recommend and work together with other firms in cross border assignments.’
‘Vast expertise and high profile of previous assignments. We have valued especially the flexibility to meet our timelines and high quality of the work provided.’
‘The team is able to ensure professional assistance of the highest level, addressing the problems in a widespread and timely manner through the availability of experienced professionals in various fields.’
‘The thoroughness of the analysis of any aspect connected to the operations has always helped the company to overcome in a highly satisfactory way the problems encountered from time to time, making the customer feel adequately assisted.’
Key clients
Sparkasse
EXOR
F2i SGR
Ariston Group
Campari Group
Juventus Football Club
GEDI Gruppo Editoriale
Affidea Group
Bregal Unternehmerkapital
Banca Investis
WIIT
Scarpe & Scarpe
Selfitalia
Fontana Group
Marenco Group
Work highlights
- Assisted Cassa di Risparmio di Bolzano S.p.A. – Sparkasse in the takeover transaction for the acquisition of the majority in corporate capital of Banca di Cividale S.p.A. – Benefit Corporation (“CiviBank”).
- Assisted EXOR in relation to Covea’s acquisition of PartnerRe Ltd, Bermuda based international reinsurance group, from EXOR.
- Assisted F2i SGR in structuring the investment with DWS, and in the agreements with DWS for the separation of the assets and activities carried out by Althea in Great Britain and Ireland that will be acquired by DWS.
Italy > Banking and finance: Borrower side Tier 2
PedersoliGattai entered the market following the merger between Gattai, Minoli, Partners and Pedersoli Studio Legale. The banking and finance practice advises financial sponsors and corporations on lending and financing transactions (both at domestic and cross-border levels). Gaetano Carrello‘s workload includes finance and restructuring matters, meanwhile Lorenzo Vernetti assists with banking and debt restructuring work, along with acquisition, leveraged, investment grade and real estate finance. Emanuela Campari Bernacchi is structured finance head, while Valentina Lattanzi advises on NPLs, fintech and inventory financings. In late 2021, former Ashurst counsel Gian Luca Coggiola and Shearman & Sterling LLP associate Gaetano Petroni, joined as partner and counsel, respectively. Maura Magioncalda acts for private equity funds and industrial groups on a range of financings, as well as debt restructuring. Banking and finance transactions experts, Consuelo Citterio and Alessandra De Cantellis, provide further partner-level support on borrower-side work.Practice head(s):
Gaetano Carrello; Lorenzo Vernetti; Maura Magioncalda
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘Great team and very user friendly.’
‘Lorenzo Vernetti is excellent.’
Italy > Banking and finance: lender or arranger side Tier 2
PedersoliGattai entered the market in early 2024 following the merger between Gattai, Minoli, Partners and Pedersoli Studio Legale. The banking and finance practice acts for banks and financial institutions on both domestic and cross-border financings. Gaetano Carrello is a finance, restructuring and debt capital markets specialist and Lorenzo Vernetti focuses on banking, acquisition and leveraged finance deals. Other key practitioners include structured finance head Emanuela Campari Bernacchi, Valentina Lattanzi, an expert in NPLs transactions, fintech and inventory financing, the ‘greatly appreciated‘ Gian Luca Coggiola and experienced counsel Gaetano Petroni. Maura Magioncalda covers acquisition, corporate and real estate finance, and debt restructuring, and is supported by fellow partners Consuelo Citterio and Alessandra De Cantellis.Practice head(s):
Gaetano Carrello; Lorenzo Vernetti; Maura Magioncalda
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘Strong communicators, collaborative people, good listeners, and problem-solving skills.’
‘The Gattai team has deep knowledge of legal matters.’
‘The team has very wide and deep knowledge, both at senior and junior levels.’
‘Gian Luca Coggiola is greatly appreciated for his remarkable background in leverage finance transactions, together with his efficiency, ability to listen. and problem-solving skills.’
‘Gian Luca Coggiola – attention to detail and ability to get things done notwithstanding very challenging deadlines.’
Italy > Commercial, corporate and M&A Tier 2
PedersoliGattai is geared to support at all stages of extraordinary transactions, from structuring and due diligence through to antitrust and post-closing matters. The practice is experienced in a number of sectors, including fintech and financial services, real estate, healthcare, automotive, media and telecoms, and is also accomplished within aviation and aerospace, owing to the dedicated expertise of Ascanio Cibrario. Antonio Pedersoli leads the firm’s dedicated China practice, acting for several PRC state-owned entities, meanwhile Carlo Pedersoli is widely regarded as a go-to for banking-related transactions. Giovanni Pedersoli ’s admittance to the New York Bar makes him a go-to for cross-border deals, with Luca Saraceni serving as a key port of call for leading energy sector clients. Luca Rossi Provesi and Marta Sassella are well-regarded among clients. Bruno Gattai is widely considered one of the market’s key names for private equity-related deals; Luca Minoli is noted for his prowess in deals concerning the manufacturing, engineering, energy and construction sectors; Federico Bal acts for both domestic and overseas companies in respect of multi-jurisdictional deals; and Damiano Battaglia is a promising counsel with knowledge of both transactional and commercial contract affairs.Other key lawyers:
Ascanio Cibrario; Antonio Pedersoli ; Carlo Pedersoli; Giovanni Pedersoli; Luca Saraceni; Eugenio Barcellona; Andrea Gandini; Alessandro Marena; Carlo Re; Diego Riva; Luca Rossi Provesi; Marta Sassella; Luca Minoli; Federico Bal; Damiano Battaglia; Gerardo Gabrielli; Bruno Gattai
Testimonials
‘Pedersoli provided us with first class assistance in corporate and M&A matters through its professionals in the Milan office. The assistance provided is both domestic and international, with efficient synergies with leading foreign firms.’
‘Valid and highly skilled professionals who provide their assistance in all the main legal areas, often anticipating the needs and solving problems that any client may encounter.’
‘Ascanio Cibrario is a very sharp and always available professional who coordinate his resources efficiently in order to offer his clients the best assistance. He is a first rate, good and reliable professional with extraordinary negotiating skills.’
‘The entire team is composed of capable and reliable professionals who are available across the board and attentive to clients’ need.’
‘Luca Rossi Provesi is a particularly talented and always helpful lawyer. He constantly makes his know-how and expertise available to deal with the issues we submit to him, ensuring continuous and profitable assistance.’
‘Luca Rossi Provesi – I had the pleasure to work with Luca across several deals. His incredible rigor and exceptional commitment, helped my team achieve best terms. Luca was clearly driving toward collective success and wouldn’t stop in front of any challenge. I also appreciated Luca for his strong empathy and ability to adapt to different circumstances.’
‘Andrea Gandini is a very proficient, stringent and brilliant legal partner. He has been supporting us for more than 7 years and has become a very important counsel in our Italian business exploration. He always gives us the best choices in Italian business from the legal perspective. He answers our questions and doubts in the most efficient and patient way.’
‘Ascanio Cibrario is outstanding and we always rely on his experience, ethic and competence. He is a first-rate, great and reliable professional with extraordinary negotiating skills.’
Key clients
Intesa Sanpaolo
Sparkasse
Kedrion’s shareholders
EXOR
The Related-Parties Committee of Acea
Lucca’s
Fideuram – Intesa Sanpaolo Private Banking
Plurima’s stakeholders
The Etro family
Gefin
Cobepa
GEDI Gruppo Editoriale
F2i SGR
Bravo Capital Partners
Campari Group
Affidea Group
Industry 4.0 Fund (Quadrivio Group)
Astidental Bquadro
Work highlights
- Assistance to Cassa di Risparmio di Bolzano S.p.A. – Sparkasse in the takeover transaction for the acquisition of the majority of the corporate capital of Banca di Cividale S.p.A. – Benefit Corporation (CiviBank) with reference both to public voluntary all-share purchase offers promoted by Sparkasse on all ordinary shares and warrants of CiviBank and the proceedings for precautionary measures brought by CiviBank before the Regional Administrative Court of Lazio.
- Assistance to Intesa Sanpaolo in an agreement for the acquisition of Mooney, an Italian group specialising in proximity banking & payments, subscribed together with Enel, in a deal valued at around EUR 1.385 billion.
- Assistance to Kedrion’s shareholders in the sale of Kedrion to Permira and in the reinvestment of the Marcucci family together with FSI in the new group as a result of the merger between Kedrion and BPL, in a deal valued at around EUR 2.4 billion.
Italy > Dispute resolution Tier 2
The litigation and arbitration department at PedersoliGattai is one of the firm’s main pillars and widely recognised in the market. The team has strong capabilities in handling complex multidisciplinary and multijurisdictional matters spanning across corporate, commercial, real estate, banking and securities litigation. Clients include domestic and international companies, banks and financial institutions, as well as high-net worth individuals and private clients. Carlo Pedersoli heads the team which has strong domestic arbitration capabilities, in addition to expertise in white-collar defence and insolvency litigation. Recognised litigator and arbitrator Manuela Grassi is another key contact. Luca Minoli, Sergio Fulco and Filippo Rossi have litigation and arbitration expertise in a myriad of industries.Practice head(s):
Carlo Pedersoli; Andrea Magliani; Eugenio Barcellona; Luca Minoli; Sergio Fulco; Filippo Rossi
Other key lawyers:
Filippo Casò; Manuela Grassi
Testimonials
‘Last year we involved Pedersoli on a few different projects. Every time they came up with a very competent and specialized team able to interact and understand deeply the problem and then come up with bright solutions. We really appreciate their capability to successfully leverage our positions.’
‘To be involved right from the beginning regularly with each of them, right to the end of the project. In particular, Mr. Pedersoli has kept regular contact with us and now he’s a precious adviser on other business matters.’
‘Manuela Grassi assisted us effectively, promptly and purposefully with respect to the needs of our company, providing both legal and operational assistance, also sharing personal opinions upon request.’
‘Professionalism, seriousness, punctuality, competence and friendliness.’
‘The lawyers Manuela Grassi and Andrea Zoccali have uncommon professional skills, carry out an extremely thorough analysis of the legal issues submitted to them and work with absolute punctuality, combining a deep empathy with the client.’
‘AVV Manuela Grassi has an incomparable competence on the matter. She is able to find original solutions to the most complex problems based on her unique ability to picture them. Very impressive.’
‘The Pedersoli team has shown that it knows how to approach the issue by concentrating the analysis on the final objective of the client without neglecting any other profile of attention so as to be able to already decline the possible intermediate goals on the extrajudicial or judicial level in case of failure of the negotiation. From this point of view, the attention to the acquisition of the evidence of the disputed facts and the strategy of conducting the dispute on a negotiating and procedural level were decisive for success.’
‘Manuela Grassi and Andrea Magliani demonstrated full collaboration and integration in following the different phases and issues of the dispute, guiding the technical consultants in the coherent formulation of their analyzes in support of the strategy pursued by entering into the technical details in order to ensure a clear and unambiguous interpretation of the disputed facts and the consequent damages deriving from them.’
Work highlights
- Assisting Intesa Sanpaolo S.p.A., as defendant, in a lawsuit in which the claimants are three real estate companies based in Rome, concerning overdraft and loan contracts (sudden call in loan) with claimants’ request of full compensation for damages arising from the sell-off of real estate assets in order to pay amounts not due.
Italy > Restructuring and insolvency Tier 2
PedersoliGattai entered the market following the merger between Gattai, Minoli, Partners and Pedersoli Studio Legale. The restructuring and bankruptcy practice assists distressed companies in insolvency proceedings and corporate reorganisations. The firm’s extensive experience in banking, corporate finance and distressed M&A transactions enables it to guide investment funds and entities through debt restructuring procedures. Milan-based Maura Magioncalda has considerable experience in structured finance transactions, while in Turin, Alessandra Giovetti handles compositions and claw-back actions. Alessandra De Cantellis, Consuelo Citterio and Jacopo Macchia are also noted as key members. Gaetano Carrello specialises in representing Italian and international banks on debt restructurings and Sergio Fulco, aids distressed companies and banks in bankruptcy. Elena Calzavara is also noted as key.Practice head(s):
Maura Magioncalda; Alessandra Giovetti; Gaetano Carrello; Sergio Fulco
Other key lawyers:
Key clients
Intesa San Paolo
UniCredit
BPER Banca
Banco BPM
Scarpe & Scarpe
AmCo Asset Management
BNL (BNP Paribas Group)
Banca Monte dei Paschi di Siena
Fontana Group
Marenco Group
Sitie Impianti Industriali
Selfitalia
DeA Capital Alternative Funds
Vetrya
Work highlights
- Assistance to BPER Banca in relation to the transfer to the close-ended alternative investment vehicle named Efesto Credit Fund focusing on acquisition and management of UTP (Unlikely to Pay) credits relating to the real estate sector.
- Assistance to Intesa Sanpaolo, UniCredit, Banco BPM, Banca Monte dei Paschi di Siena, BNL, AMCO – Asset Management Company as Finance Parties in the context of a restructuring transaction of the financial indebtedness of the Trussardi Group.
- Assistance to Scarpe & Scarpe, a company specialising in footwear products, leather goods and sportwear with around 1,700 employees and about 150 stores, in a complex procedure of composition with creditors in continuity of business pursuant to art. 186 bis of Bankruptcy Law in front of the Court of Turin, for the purpose of restructuring the financial indebtedness.
Italy > Banking and finance: Bank regulatory Tier 3
‘Ensuring appropriate, efficient and timely solutions‘, PedersoliGattai’s financial regulations practice assists banks, investment firms, and asset management, insurance and fintech companies on regulatory matters. It also acts for undertakings for collective investment, payment institutions, electronic money institutions, credit brokers, and other financial intermediaries. Financial regulations department head, Andrea Calvi, has longstanding regulatory expertise, while senior associate Stefano Giavari advises on investment services, investment fund schemes and securities offerings.Practice head(s):
Andrea Calvi
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘An excellent department with high levels of professionalism, expertise and client focus.‘
‘The professional competence of the bank regulatory team is superior to those of other law firms, thus ensuring appropriate, efficient and timely solutions.‘
‘Great for its people, availability, collaboration, and commitment to clients’ requirements.‘
‘Leverages its broad understanding of financial and technology regulatory issues to help a fintech companies, navigating the increasingly complicated fintech regulatory landscape in Italy.‘
‘Andrea Calvi offers an outstanding service, making it extremely easy for clients to follow his advice – he also provides very timely services.‘
‘Andrea Calvi produces solid results.‘
‘Andrea Calvi is attentive, has commercial acumen, and is able to provide advice and solutions that are commercially viable.‘
‘Andrea Calvi is a pragmatic lawyer with a strong background in Italian and European financial regulations. His advice always has practical implications that effectively help clients.‘
Key clients
Banca Generali
Alipay.com
Euroclear Bank
Banco BPM
Klarna Bank
Italia NFT
Itelyum Regeneration
Fondazione Social Venture Giordano Dell’Amore
Kyip Capital SGR
Davis & Morgan
Work highlights
- Advised Banca Generali on implementing services that allow customers to purchase crypto assets through a home banking service.
- Advised Klarna Bank on both Italian and EU legislation, in relation to consumer credit, banking transparency and lending activities.
- Advised Italia NFT on the compliance aspects of a digital platform.
Italy > Capital markets: Debt Tier 3
PedersoliGattai entered the market in early 2024 following the merger between Gattai, Minoli, Partners and Pedersoli Studio Legale. The multidisciplinary DCM practice covers the issuance of plain vanilla products, along with complex multi-jurisdictional transaction structuring. The principal advisers are Gaetano Carrello, who has a substantial high-yield practice, and trade receivables securitisation specialist Emanuela Campari Bernacchi, who is ‘a first-class international lawyer‘. Valentina Lattanzi also advises on securitisation transactions.Practice head(s):
Gaetano Carrello; Emanuela Bernacchi Campari
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘Flexible and open minded.‘
‘The team is very much focused on client delivery, managing complex matters very well.‘
‘Wide industry knowledge and very good at engagement.‘
‘Emanuela Campari Bernacchi is one of the finest finance lawyers in Italy and always delivers great work. Clients have no hesitation in going to her for advice.‘
‘Emanuela Campari Bernacchi understands Anglo-Saxon client sensitivities and is a first-class international lawyer.‘
‘Emanuela Campari Bernacchi is very reasonable and approachable.‘
Key clients
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Gaetano Carrello
Banco BPM
Fedrigoni Group (portfolio company of Bain Capital)
Italy > Capital markets: Equity Tier 3
Comprising ‘highly reputable and skilled professionals‘, PedersoliGattai‘s ECM team has industry expertise in banking, finance, automotive, publishing, IT, and food and beverage. The department focuses on IPO and stock exchange listings, rights issues, along with equity-linked, convertible, mandatory convertible, and subordinated bonds. ECM specialist Marcello Magro and fellow equity partner Carlo Re are key names. Marta Sassella is ‘an outstanding professional‘. Nicola Brunetti has a broad ECM practice, while recently promoted Marco Ventoruzzo provides additional partner-level support.Practice head(s):
Marcello Magro; Carlo Re; Nicola Brunetti
Other key lawyers:
Marta Sassella; Francesca Leverone; Federico Tallia; Marco Ventoruzzo; Duccio Regoli; Edoardo Brillante; Valeria Salamina
Testimonials
‘An available and competent team.‘
‘The team is competent, fast, and always able to give solid answers to clients.‘
‘Provides strong support in relation to any doubts clients have.’
‘The individuals within Pedersoli are able to build relationships with clients, who are in direct contact with lawyers that follow matters from the beginning and are always in touch with clients.‘
‘Great for its people, diversity and collaborative approach.‘
‘Extremely collaborative, professional, and able to stick to timelines.‘
‘The team comprises highly reputable and skilled professionals, who are very commercial, business oriented and easy to work with.‘
‘Marta Sassella is an outstanding professional, with thorough knowledge of her matters. She immediately understands what clients need and is able to resolve very complex issues – absolutely reliable, committed and highly skilled.‘
Key clients
Ariston Group
Ferretti Group
De Nora family
Sparkasse
Juventus Football Club
Farmaè
WIIT
WIIT Fin
Spindox
EnVent Capital Markets
Assiteca
Banca Investis
Work highlights
- Assisted Ariston Group (and shareholders) with a private placement for qualified and institutional investors, and the listing of Ariston Holding’s ordinary shares.
- Assisted Ferretti Group with its IPO in Hong Kong through the placement of over 83m shares.
- Advised the De Nora family on Industrie De Nora’s listing on Euronext Milan, through an institutional placement.
Italy > EU and competition law Tier 3
PedersoliGattai‘s ‘very good‘ competition department has enviable banking, financial and insurance sector expertise. Its competition law coverage includes merger control work, restrictive practices, state aid, and cartels and abuse of dominance cases. Davide Cacchioli assists with a wide range of competition matters, and also advises on Consumer Code issues and unfair commercial practices. Alessandro Bardanzellu is an Italian and EU competition law specialist. Silvia D’Alberti is ‘an excellent competition law specialist‘, and ‘very smart‘ counsel Fabiana Campopiano advises on contentious and non-contentious EU and national competition law.Practice head(s):
Davide Cacchioli; Silvia D’Alberti
Other key lawyers:
Alessandro Bardanzellu; Fabiana Campopiano; Massimiliano Pizzonia
Testimonials
‘The antitrust team at Pedersoli is a very good one. Its lawyers have very sophisticated skills, are reliable, and work closely with the client. They also have very good knowledge of banking and financial institutions.’
‘It is a pleasure to work with Alessandro Bardanzellu. He has solid antitrust law knowledge, is always available, and is not at all reluctant to affirm his position vis-à-vis the client and the counterparty.’
Key clients
Sparkasse – Cassa di Risparmio di Bolzano
EXOR
F2i SGR
FinecoBank
Intesa Sanpaolo
Davide Campari – Milano
Infrastrutture Wireless Italiane – INWIT
Coöperatieve H2 Equity Partners
Guess Europe
Intesa Sanpaolo RBM Salute
Ondulati Nordest
Scatolificio Idealkart
Unicoop Firenze
PAI Partners
GEDI Gruppo Editoriale
Fideuram
Work highlights
- Assisted Cassa di Risparmio di Bolzano – Sparkasse with the merger control issues concerning the acquisition of sole control over Banca di Cividale – Benefit Corporation.
- Assisted EXOR with the merger control and Italian foreign investment control aspects of the acquisition of a controlling interest in Lifenet.
- Assisted F2i SGR with the antitrust and Italian foreign investment control aspects of the acquisition by F2i of sole control over the Althea group.
Italy > Industry focus: Healthcare and life sciences Tier 3
PedersoliGattai‘s pharmaceutical, healthcare and medical industry experts advise on commercial and administrative law, public procurement, M&A, licences, spinoffs and joint ventures. The team also assists with regulatory, compliance and litigation issues, while its sector expertise further covers chemicals, biotechnology and medical devices. The department is co-led by administrative law practice head Sergio Fienga and Luca Saraceni, who advises healthcare and life sciences sector clients on M&A transactions.Practice head(s):
Luca Saraceni; Sergio Fienga
Other key lawyers:
Jean-Daniel Regna-Gladin; Alessandro Zuccaro
Testimonials
‘A law firm that is very well prepared in administrative legal issues and tenders.‘
‘Very professional support that is also understandable for those unfamiliar with legal practices.‘
Key clients
Kedrion’s shareholders
Plurima’s stakeholders
DiaSorin
Affidea
Lonza Group
Advanced Sterilization Products Italia
Hollycon Italy
NMS Group
Smeg
Fondazione EBRI (European Brain Research Institute)
Work highlights
- Assisted Kedrion’s shareholders with the sale of Kedrion to Permira.
- Assisted the shareholders of Plurima, an Italian medical sector-related logistics company, with an agreement for the sale of a majority stake in the company.
- Assisted DiaSorin (globally known for vitro diagnostics) with an agreement for the acquisition of Luminex, which develops, manufactures and sells proprietary technologies and products for biological tests.
Italy > Investment funds Tier 3
Part of its financial institutions department, PedersoliGattai‘s investment funds practice assists with authorisations for the incorporation of asset managers and the establishment of alternative investment funds. It also advises on marketing procedures and unit subscription processes. The principal figure is tax head Giovanni Bandera, who also heads the firm’s financial institutions group. Bandera’s broad experience includes advising on the regulatory aspects of ordinary and extraordinary transactions.Practice head(s):
Giovanni Bandera
Key clients
Anthilia SGR
Clessidra Capital Credit SGR
CDP Venture Capital SGR
Ver Capital SGR
Equiter
Opera SGR
Arcadia SGR
Alcedo SGR
Quattro R SGR
Alchemy Partners
Cobepa
Ardian
F&P4BIZ
Alchimia
Financials Acquisition Corp
Work highlights
- Assisted CDP Venture Capital with a potential investment in Italian alternative investment fund BlackSheep EuVECA Fund.
- Assisted CDP Venture Capital SGR (asset management company of Cassa Depositi e Prestiti) with the regulatory and tax aspects of an investment in three venture capital funds (managed by Primo Ventures SGR).
- Advised Anthilia SGR (a Milan-headquartered asset management company) on the investment by the European Investment Fund and ENPAM in alternative investment fund BIT (managed by Anthilia SGR).
Italy > Real estate and construction Tier 3
PedersoliGattai entered the market following the merger between Gattai, Minoli, Partners and Pedersoli Studio Legale. The ‘very strong team‘ combines expertise in M&A, corporate law, leases and commercial contracts with specialisms in regulatory issues, funds, town planning, and administrative and environmental law. The practice also assists with tax, investment structuring, finance and litigation. Administrative law specialist Gianluca Gariboldi and the ‘extremely impressive‘ Andrea Francesco Castelli are key names. Gaetano Carrello also provides partner-level support, while counsel Federica Baccigalupi advises on real estate M&A. Sergio Fienga also handles the administrative elements of real estate deals and Maura Magioncalda covers a range of financing transactions.Practice head(s):
Gianluca Gariboldi; Andrea Francesco Castelli; Sergio Fienga; Maura Magioncalda
Other key lawyers:
Gaetano Carrello; Federica Baccigalupi; Giovanni Pedersoli; Ascanio Cibrario; Luca Saraceni; Luca Rossi Provesi; Edoardo Pedersoli; Alessandro Zuccaro
Testimonials
‘Gattai is a very strong firm that works on very complex deals, and is able to tackle structuring issues in an incredibly easy manner.‘
‘Outstanding level of service provided, and great ability to work under pressure and deliver products in an efficient manner.’
‘A very strong team – on real estate matters, clients are left feeling extremely happy with the work.’
‘Attention to detail, practical approach, solid knowledge, good commercial approach, and an excellent attitude and availability.’
‘Andrea Francesco Castelli is super-helpful in negotiations, during which he often comes up with innovative and creative solutions while tackling problems and solving issues.’
‘Andrea Francesco Castelli has a very commercial approach, and is able to create consensus around the table which helps during tough negotiations.‘
‘Andrea Francesco Castelli is extremely responsive and always available, which makes him very reliable in clients’ times of need. He is extremely knowledgeable, but also very practical in his approach – extremely impressive!’
‘Gianluca Gariboldi is an exceptional lawyer, since he is able to bring to the table exceptional and extremely valuable town planning and real estate expertise.’
Key clients
Smb Milan Holdings
Antirion SGR
Blackstone
BC Partners European Real Estate I
Cassa Depositi e Prestiti – Investimenti SGR
DoveVivo
Intesa San Paolo
Kervis sgr
Global Logistic Properties – GLP
Crédit Agricole Italia
Clessidra Private Equity
Kryalos
Prelios SGR
Work highlights
- Advised Blackstone on the €1.2bn acquisition of Reale Compagnia Italiana, which holds a mixed-use portfolio in Milan and Turin.
- Advised GLP on a large logistics deal (with Blackstone and Kryalos as sellers).
- Advised BC Partners and Kervis on the planning aspects of acquisitions in Milan.
Italy > Tax Tier 3
PedersoliGattai entered the market following the merger between Gattai, Minoli, Partners and Pedersoli Studio Legale. The ‘team of competent, experienced and reliable professionals‘ has recently handled the tax aspects of debt restructuring, and M&A, financial and capital market transactions. The firm also fields a robust tax litigation practice, in addition to advising on ongoing tax matters. Giovanni Bandera has a broad tax practice, Andrea de’ Mozzi is ‘very skilled‘, and Daniela Caporicci is a transactional taxation specialist. Cristiano Garbarini, whose practice includes M&A tax structuring and LBO transactions, and Domenico Ponticelli, a 2022 recruit from Di Tanno Associati are other key names. Alban Zaimaj is an experienced counsel.Practice head(s):
Giovanni Bandera; Cristiano Garbarini; Domenico Ponticelli
Other key lawyers:
Andrea de’ Mozzi; Daniela Caporicci; Alban Zaimaj; Valentina Buzzi
Testimonials
‘A team of competent, experienced and reliable professionals, who are able to offer support on both local and international issues.‘
‘A team that seeks to know its client thoroughly, in order to provide support in the best possible way – never superficial, analysing every issue and aspect in detail.‘
‘The approach of the tax practice is closely linked to the needs of the client, thanks to a team that is continuously present and provides timely answers to questions.‘
‘The firm offers a wide range of services with competence and efficiency.‘
‘Always available to discuss problems and solutions, and very professional in its advice.‘
‘Andrea de’ Mozzi is a very good professional, who is smart and reliable, and very well equipped for advising Italian companies wishing to do business abroad. He has a lot of contacts globally, which is very helpful.‘
‘Andrea de’ Mozzi is very skilled in a wide range of tax issues involving a variety of transactions.‘
‘Trust, competence, professionalism and deep knowledge of the client are the qualities that distinguish Daniela Caporicci and her team.‘
Key clients
CDP Venture Capital SGR
Cobepa
Ferretti Group
DiaSorin
Gestioni
Gruppo Stefano Ricci
IKEA
Impianti
Intesa Sanpaolo
8a+ Real Innovation
NT Majocchi
Lonza Group
Migal Group
BPER Banca
WIIT
Inalpi
Work highlights
- Assisted Cobepa with the tax aspects of its acquisition of a majority stake in Salice, which specialises in components for the high-end furniture sector.
- Assisted Ferretti Group with the tax aspects surrounding an IPO for a Hong Kong listing (through a share placement).
- Assisted CDP Venture Capital SGR with the tax side to investments in three venture capital funds.
Italy > Administrative and public law Tier 4
The team at PedersoliGattai provides assistance across a wide spectrum of public and administrative law matters, both in contentious and non-contentious matters. Headed by Sergio Fienga, the team is active and experienced in handling public contracts, particularly focused on public tenders, concessions and public services, as well as in urban planning, construction, real estate and environmental law.Practice head(s):
Sergio Fienga
Other key lawyers:
Marco Trevisan; Giovanni Battista De Luca; Alessandro Zuccaro
Testimonials
‘Excellent defence in litigations, positive outcome even where there was little hope of winning a case, clear advice which proved to be useful in outlining strategies.’
‘Deep knowledge, great availability, pragmatic advice as if they were in-house lawyers.’
‘Very good quality-price ratio. High level services supply.’
‘We found in the various teams of Pedersoli Studio Legale the maximum possible preparation, the total availability to support us in all the required phases and a prompt and immediate reply (via telephone, email or in person). The seniority of the professionals who work alongside us is without doubt excellent.’
‘Marco Trevisan – he presents a constant preparation and updating with respect to constantly evolving and very complex issues.’
‘Team from Pedersoli Studio Legale has an exceptional availability towards the client. Always prepared, even on very recent topics, punctual and precise with answers.’
‘High detailed research and availability, exceptional knowledge about the referred topic.’
‘Sergio Fienga! He is real a number one’
Key clients
Sparkasse
NTP Nano Tech Projects
Gestore dei Servizi Energetici – GSE
FASTWEB
Forint S.p.A.
Narval Investimenti
Bravo Capital Partners
Sip
Advanced Sterilization Products Italia
Consorzio Lingam
EG Italia S.p.A.
Lagardere Food and Travel Retail
Work highlights
- Assisting Cassa di Risparmio di Bolzano S.p.A. – Sparkasse (“Sparkasse”) in relation to the proceeding before the Regional Administrative Court of Lazio linked to the takeover transaction for the acquisition of the majority in corporate capital of Banca di Cividale S.p.A. – Benefit Corporation (“CiviBank”) with reference both to public voluntary all-share purchase offers promoted by Sparkasse on all ordinary shares and warrants of CiviBank. The proceedings for precautionary measures were brought by CiviBank.
- Assisting NTP Nano Tech Projects S.r.l., an emerging company based in the Marche Region, in a lawsuit against the Marche Region concerning the “Seal of Excellence” certificate received from the European Commission, for the creation of an innovative digital microscope developed by the company.
- Assisting GSE in about 300 disputes pending before the Administrative Courts (Regional Administrative Courts and State Council), concerning admission to public incentives for energy plants.
Italy > Employment Tier 4
PedersoliGattai was established following the merger of Gattai, Minoli, Partners and Pedersoli Studio Legale. The employment department’s expertise spans a wide range of industry sectors from banking to energy, retail, pharma, fashion, food and beverages, to the automotive industry. Lorenzo Cairo heads up the group providing legal assistance to its diverse client base on restructuring mandates, including collective dismissals, collective transfers, poor performer management, termination of top managers, disciplinary procedures, transfer of undertakings and labour relations. In light of the Covid-19 pandemic, the team has developed a sub-practice specialising in health and safety and data protection. Francesco Simoneschi provides advisory and judicial assistance in the food and beverages, manufacturing, and insurance sectors. Counsel Andrea Scarpellini is also noted.Practice head(s):
Lorenzo Cairo; Francesco Simoneschi
Other key lawyers:
Umberto Villa; Federica Ferretti; Francesco D’Avanzo; Alessandro Tufan; Alessandro Crost; Francesco Airald; Francesca Pistol; Andrea Scarpellini
Testimonials
‘We are very happy with Umberto Villa’s support in very different topics regarding labour law. He has always been able to support us giving deep legal advice and pragmatical insights, showing a very clear understanding and deep experience in actual corporate issues and situations.’
‘Lorenzo Cairo and Umberto Villa are very professional and always available. Their support has been important for our company.’
‘Lorenzo Cairo and his team are excellent. They are our go-to firm for projects needing advice in Italy. They are responsive and provide their advice in a very commercial way which stands them out from other firms and makes it very easy to work with them and our clients.’
‘Lorenzo Cairo always provides great partner level support and is able to cut to the key issues very quickly. Federica Ferretti is also excellent with clients.’
‘We work with several lawyers within the team and they really play as a solid, unique team. Strong expertise and ability to create a real partnership with their customer.’
‘Ability to answer in almost real time. Never late. Both partners and more junior lawyers have excellent expertise. We feel extremely cat ease in working with individuals of the Gattai, Minoli and Partners team members.’
‘The Gattai labour law team is one of the best teams I have ever worked with. Witty in understanding the business, careful in the analysis and response times by understanding the needs of the business, able to offer alternative solutions and find solutions compatible with the complex business, proactive in moments of change capable of anticipating possible problems. Truly an exceptional team’
‘Lorenzo Cairo and Federica Ferretti are truly outstanding partners. Quick in response times, keen in case analysis, immediately able to grasp business problems and find a solution that can be compatible with the various constraints able to interact internationally, explaining the needs of the country and the constraints present. Truly exceptional.’
Work highlights
- Assisted Sofinnova Partners with employment aspects in the acquisition of the majority of Nanophoria.
- Advised IQVIA Group in the negotiation of the company-based collective agreements with the trade unions respectively of the tertiary and chemical sector in order to implement the so called “smart working” program.
- Advised Cerved Credit Management in the tender procedure which awarded the operating platform of REV Gestione Crediti which was incorporated in 2015 by the Bank of Italy to allocate the exposures of four Italian banks under resolution (Popolare Etruria, Banca Marche, Cassa di Chieti and CariFerrara) to Cerved.
Italy > Industry focus: Energy Tier 4
Providing ‘a high-level service‘, PedersoliGattai was established followng a merger between Gattai, Minoli, Partners and Pedersoli Studio Legale. The energy and utilities practice advises wind, solar, hydropower, biomass, gas, oil and petrochemical operators. It also assists investment banks and financial institutions with energy matters. Luca Saraceni advises on energy M&A and commercial agreements, while Sergio Fienga has broad energy sector expertise. Carla Mambretti and Nicola Gaglione are other key names.Practice head(s):
Luca Saraceni; Sergio Fienga; Carla Mambretti; Nicola Gaglione
Other key lawyers:
Marco Molineris; Andrea Zoccali; Giovanni Battista De Luca
Testimonials
‘Very good price-to-quality ratio and a high-level service.’
‘Deep knowledge of the sector.’
Key clients
Snam
AEER – Arpinge
GSE
UNDO Adunanza
AREN Electric Power
EF Solare Italia
Enel Energia
Enel Green Power Italia
Viridis Energia
Holding Fortore Energia
Work highlights
- Assisted the De Nora family in relation to Industrie De Nora’s listing on Euronext Milan, and the execution of a shareholder agreement with Snam.
- Assisting GSE with approximately 300 disputes (pending before the administrative courts) in relation to public incentives for energy plants.
- Assisted Viridis Energia with the project financing for the construction and operation of a photovoltaic system.
Italy > Intellectual property Tier 4
PedersoliGattai entered the market following the merger between Gattai, Minoli, Partners and Pedersoli Studio Legale. The IP department’s expertise lies in technology law applied to medical devices and financial services. The ‘outstanding’ Licia Garotti specialises in cross-border transactions and litigation involving patents and trade marks. The firm also has extensive knowledge of assessing IP rights related to tech driven projects in M&A transactions.Practice head(s):
Licia Garotti
Other key lawyers:
Marco Galli; Vittoria Omarchi; Sara Maria Guglielmo; Costanza Sandrucci; Rossana Cereda; Leone Cei
Testimonials
‘The team brings international experience, excellent communication skills and a clear service attitude to the table.’
‘Licia Garotti is my go-to patent litigator for Italy. Always excellent to work with.’
‘Licia Garotti and Stefano Ferrero are great.’
‘Intellectual property practice provides tailor made services, and with a proactive approach, gives legal advice to improve the value of your business properly protecting IP. Very responsive to client’s requests.’
‘The partner of the practice, Licia Garotti is an outstanding lawyer, well-prepared and responsive to clients’ needs.’
Key clients
Fremantle Media Group Ltd.
ABI Associazione Bancaria Italiana
ABI Lab Centre of Research and Innovation for Banks
ItaliaNFT S.r.l.
Cariplo Factory
Clessidra Private Equity SGR
Bancomat S.p.A.
Banca Generali S.p.A.
Patrick Tuttofuoco
General Medical Merate S.p.A.
I.M.S. Giotto S.p.A.
Skin First S.r.l.
Reevo S.p.A.
Amebe S.n.c
Global Thinking Foundation
Roberto Cavalli S.p.A.
Verisure Italy S.r.l.
Virgin Active S.p.A.
IO.T Solutions S.p.A.
IQVIA Solutions Italy S.r.l.
SIFI S.p.a.
TMP Group IT S.r.l.
U-Earth Biotech Ltd
TeamSystem S.p.A.
Boschetti Alimentare S.p.A.
Work highlights
- Assisted Italia NFT in the development of a disruptive business model relating to the minting and sale of NFTs incorporating works of art, through the analysis of legal issues related to regulatory profiles and European and national legislation on data protection, consumer law and new technologies.
- Assisted Bancomat, owner of the Bancomat and PagoBancomat circuits and of the innovative BancomatPay service, in the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding and in the negotiation of subsequent agreements with SIA – now NEXI (“MoU”).
- Assisted Fremantle Media Group Ltd, a company active in television production and distribution, in intellectual property related matters emerged in the context of the acquisition of a majority stake in the share capital of Lux Vide.
PedersoliGattai > Firm Profile
With over 350 professionals spread across offices in Milan, Rome, and Turin, PedersoliGattai is a leading law firm in Italy, a leader in corporate M&A, private equity, banking & finance, capital markets and high-profile litigation with a full service offer.
PedersoliGattai is a legal powerhouse formed in 2024 through the merger of two distinguished Italian law firms, Gattai, Minoli, Partners and Pedersoli, and a group of skilled professionals. The Firm has 41 individual rankings in Chambers & Partners. The strong ties with international law firms position us as trusted partners for seamless cross-border transactions.
The experience gained by our professionals with a diverse range of clients and cases has led to significant expertise in various fields of interest, areas of practice include: Administrative & Public Law, Banking & Finance, Capital Markets, Competition & Consumer Protection, Corporate M&A, Data Protection & Data Governance, Employment, Financal Regulation, Intellectual Property & Technology Law, Litigation, Arbitration & ADR, Private Equity, Restructuring and Insolvency, Structured Finance, Tax, Venture Capital, Wills, Trusts and Estates.
The in-depth knowledge of key sectors allows our professionals to provide specialized assistance on some of the most complex transactions, involving industries such as Artificial Intelligence, Automotive & Transportation, Energy & Green Transition, Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG), Financial Institutions, Food & Beverage, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Infrastructure, Luxury & Fashion, Media & Entertainment, Real Estate, Sports & E-Sports.
Main Contacts
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Lawyer Profiles
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Giovanni Bandera | Advice on tax and corporate tax aspects of mergers and acquisitions, private… | View Profile | |
Alessandro Bardanzellu | Assistance in relation to domestic and European competition law, in particular on… | View Profile | |
Davide Cacchioli | Advice on all aspects of competition law, including merger-control cases, cartel investigations… | View Profile | |
Daniela Caporicci | Advising on tax aspects relating to M&A, private equity and venture capital,… | View Profile | |
Filippo Casò | Assistance in complex litigation cases, either before Civil Courts and Arbitration Panels… | View Profile | |
Ascanio Cibrario | Advice to private equity houses and industrial corporations (including listed) on extraordinary… | View Profile | |
Consuelo Citterio | Advising banks, financial institutions and borrowers in relation to domestic and international… | View Profile | |
Alessandro Crosta | Legal assistance on litigation and general employment law matters, relationships with the… | View Profile | |
Alessandra De Cantellis | Advising on leveraged finance, corporate finance, real estate finance and debt restructuring.… | View Profile | |
Andrea Faoro | Advice on mergers, acquisitions, disposal of company shareholdings and assets as well… | View Profile | |
Manuela Grassi | Thirty years of experience in litigation and arbitration of high complexity and… | View Profile | |
Francesca Leverone | Considerable experience in IPO transactions, sale and purchase of financial products in… | View Profile | |
Maura Magioncalda | Advising banks, financial institutions, private equity houses and industrial groups in relation… | View Profile | |
Andrea Magliani | Advice on complex litigations before Civil Courts and Arbitration Panels (domestic and… | View Profile | |
Alessandro Marena | Advising private equity funds and industrial groups on investments and divestments as… | View Profile | |
Carlo Pedersoli | He was a partner at Studio Pedersoli e Associati, until the early… | View Profile | |
Giovanni Pedersoli | In-depth experience in Italian company law, in particular in mergers and acquisitions,… | View Profile | |
Antonio Pedersoli | Advising major Italian and foreign industrial groups on acquisitions, joint ventures and… | View Profile | |
Edoardo Pedersoli | Assisting banks, investment funds, financial institutions and industrial groups in connection with… | View Profile | |
Jean-Daniel Regna-Gladin | Assistance to Italian and foreign industrial groups in connection with acquisitions, joint… | View Profile | |
Diego Riva | Advising on commercial/corporate and capital markets law, extraordinary transactions, mergers and acquisitions… | View Profile | |
Luca Rossi Provesi | Advising on extraordinary transactions, including M&A, joint ventures, financing and restructuring transactions,… | View Profile | |
Luca Saraceni | Assisting private equity funds, financial institutions and industrial groups in relation to… | View Profile | |
Marta Sassella | Assistance to private and public companies, Italian and foreign banks, and private… | View Profile | |
Andrea Scarpellini | Assistance to industrial groups, national and international companies in day-to-day employment related… | View Profile | |
Francesco Simoneschi | In-depth experience assisting domestic and international corporations in their industrial relations, company… | View Profile | |
Andrea Zoccali | Expertise in commercial and corporate law; mainly assistance to domestic and international… | View Profile | |
Alessandro Zuccaro | Assistance in litigation and out-of-court matters regarding public contracts (works, services and… | View Profile | |
Andrea de' Mozzi | Advice on tax aspects relating to M&A, private equity, structured finance and… | View Profile |
Staff Figures
Number of lawyers : 350+Languages
Italian English French Spanish GermanOther
Main office : Milan Other offices : Turin Other offices : Rome- Private equity
- Turin: leading firms
Top Tier Firm Rankings
- Banking and finance: Borrower side
- Banking and finance: lender or arranger side
- Commercial, corporate and M&A
- Dispute resolution
- Restructuring and insolvency