‘At the very top‘, Chiomenti‘s sizeable banking and financing practice advises banks on acquisition, corporate and real estate finance, along with refinancing work. It also covers cross-border issues. The principal figures are banking and finance law expert Gianrico Giannesi, Giulia Battaglia
, whose practice includes debt restructuring in the shipbuilding and healthcare industries, and finance deal specialist Giorgio Cappelli. Other experienced advisers are infrastructure finance practitioner Marco Cerritelli, and restructuring business unit leader Antonio Tavella. In January 2022, Riccardo Rossi and Girolamo D’Anna were promoted to partner and senior associate, respectively.
Banking and finance: lender or arranger side in Italy
Chiomenti
Practice head(s):
Gianrico Giannesi
Other key lawyers:
Giulia Battaglia; Giorgio Cappelli; Antonio Tavella; Riccardo Rossi; Girolamo D’Anna; Francesco Ago
Testimonials
‘Incredible ability to manage both clients and counterparts – at the very top.’
‘Antonio Tavella is always available, very intelligent, commercially prepared, and with a problem-solving approach.’
‘Antonio Tavella is: extremely available, competent in his fields, and always available for any discussion.’
Key clients
Banco BPM
BNP Paribas
Cassa Depositi e Prestiti
Crédit Agricole
Deutsche Bank
European Investment Bank
Intesa Sanpaolo
JP Morgan
UniCredit
Ilimity Bank
Banca Popolare di Sondrio Soc Coop
Banca IFIS
Work highlights
- Advising Cassa Depositi e Prestiti and European Investment Bank on the institutional tranche of the financing of the Pedemontana Lombarda toll road project.
- Advised a pool of Italian banks (Banco BPM, Intesa Sanpaolo IMI Corporate & Investment Banking Division and UniCredit) on the subscription of a new €312.5m loan for Saras.
- Advised Intesa Sanpaolo and Unicredit on the €58m financing for the acquisition of Isem’s entire share capital by Peninsula Capital.
Clifford Chance
Clifford Chance‘s Italy group acts for arrangers and financing banks on investment grade matters, syndicated loans, debt restructuring, and acquisition and export finance. Charles Adams is a leveraged finance, syndicated lending and project finance expert, whereas Giuseppe De Palma has a longstanding banking and finance practice. Ferdinando Poscio is also a leveraged finance and restructuring specialist. At counsel level, Francesca Cuzzocrea and Chiara Commis are ‘problem solvers‘, while Filippo Tassoni specialises in export finance and syndicated loans. The finance and capital markets practice also comprises experienced senior associate Paolo Ballerini.
Practice head(s):
Giuseppe De Palma
Other key lawyers:
Charles Adams; Ferdinando Poscio; Francesca Cuzzocrea; Chiara Commis; Filippo Tassoni; Paolo Ballerini; Alberto Claretta Assandri; Lucio Bonavitacola; Riccardo Coassin
Testimonials
‘The diverse team is very competent and focused on achieving targets. Available and collaborative, the team never hesitates to take the time to provide additional explanations.’
‘Up to date with the latest market trends and characteristics of the the Italian market. Well-distributed work flows, always available to discuss, and always reachable.’
‘The team is broad enough to manage complex and time-challenging procedures.’
‘Offers all the services that clients need, ranging from deal structuring to tax and swaps – very reliable and trustworthy.’
‘Ferdinando Poscio is very engaged, leading clients through very tough rounds of document negotiations.’
‘Counsels Francesca Cuzzocrea and Chiara Commis are problem solvers and hard workers.’
‘Francesca Cuzzocrea is very experienced in energy project finance and real estate, as well as in fund regulatory issues. She is a true reference point for lender clients.’
‘Chiara Commis is excellent at leading a pool of lenders during negotiations – very experienced in energy project finance and also in administrative legal matters.’
Key clients
Cassa Depositi e Prestiti
Infrastructure Investment Fund
Intesa Sanpaolo
Leonardo
Macquarie Infrastructure and Real Assets
Milione
Pirelli
SACE
The Student Hotel
UniCredit
Work highlights
- Assisted Intesa Sanpaolo and UniCredit (and other international and national banks) with the renegotiation of a €1.5bn credit line (guaranteed by SACE), which was granted to Saipem.
- Assisted a pool of international and national banks with a €2bn credit facility (guaranteed by SAC) to TIM, (the largest telecoms services provider in Italy).
- Assisted SACE and UniCredit with a €250m credit facility (guaranteed by SACE) to large Italian steel company, Acciaierie d’Italia.
Legance - Avvocati Associati
Legance - Avvocati Associati is consistently mandated by national and international banks and financial institutions on high-stakes finance deals. Monica Colombera is a renowned project finance specialist, and Andrea Giannelli is a banking and structured finance expert. The sizeable partner group also showcases Emanuele Espositi, Luca Autuori and Guido Iannoni Sebastianini, along with Filippo Ruffato, Giovanni Scirocco, Giandomenico Ciaramella, Antonio Palazzolo, Tommaso Bernasconi and Antonio Siciliano. Simone Ambrogi and Francesca Brilli are the senior counsels to note. Antonio Matino is a recently-elevated partner, while Emanuele Artuso is a newly-promoted senior counsel.
Practice head(s):
Andrea Giannelli; Monica Colombera
Other key lawyers:
Emanuele Espositi; Luca Autuori; Guido Iannoni Sebastianini; Filippo Ruffato; Giovanni Scirocco; Giandomenico Ciaramella; Antonio Palazzolo; Tommaso Bernasconi; Antonio Siciliano; Simone Ambrogi; Francesca Brilli; Antonio Matino; Emanuele Artuso
Testimonials
‘Quality of work and extraordinary experience in the energy sector.’
‘Extraordinary commitment and quality of the team.’
Key clients
Banca IMI
Banca Nazionale del Lavoro
Banco BPM
Banco di Sardegna
Banco Santander
BNP Paribas
Banca Popolare di Sondrio
BPER Banca
Cassa Depositi e Prestiti
Crédit Agricole CIB
European Investment Bank
Goldman Sachs International Bank
ING Bank
Generali Real Estate SGR
Intesa SanPaolo Group
Mediobanca – Banca di Credito Finanziario
MPS Capital Services Banca per le Imprese
Natixis
Nexi
Société Générale
UniCredit
Work highlights
- Assisted a pool of banks (Banco BPM, Intesa Sanpaolo, UniCredit, Banca Popolare di Sondrio, Banco di Sardegna, BPER Banca, and MPS Capital Services Banca per le Imprese) on a financing (assisted by SACE guarantee) to the IP group (Italiana Petroli).
- Acted for the lenders (Banco BPM, BNP Paribas, Intesa Sanpaolo, Mediobanca, Unicredit, Société Générale, Crédit Agricole CIB and HSBC), in relation to the extension to 2025 of Atlantia’s revolving €1.5bn credit facility.
- Advised Banco Santander and Banco BPM on a €350m senior bridge-to-bond financing in favour of Invitalia.
Linklaters
A leading firm in the Italian market, Linklaters‘s banking and finance expertise spans acquisition, leveraged, syndicated and real estate finance. It is also sought out for its experience in financial structuring, restructuring, and asset and export finance. Italian banking and finance head Andrea Arosio is experienced in acquisition and leveraged finance, while Francesco Faldi servas as Italy restructuring and insolvency leader. Additional support is provided by Ettore Consalvi and Tessa Lee, while Alessandra Ortelli and recently promoted Diego Esposito are key counsels. Lilia Maria Lani is an experienced senior managing associate.
Practice head(s):
Andrea Arosio
Other key lawyers:
Francesco Faldi; Ettore Consalvi; Tessa Lee; Alessandra Ortelli; Diego Esposito; Lilia Maria Lani; Marco Carrieri; Alessandro Tanno
Key clients
Pemberton Capital Advisors
PAI Partners
Bank of America
Deutsche Bank
Partners Group
Crédit Agricole
UniCredit
Intesa Sanpaolo
ING Bank
Banco BPM
Rivean Capital
White & Case (Europe) LLP
White & Case (Europe) LLP‘s Milan lawyers combine enviable banking and finance, structured finance and financial restructuring expertise. Giuseppe Barra Caracciolo‘s practice covers general lending, debt restructuring, and real estate and leveraged finance, while Iacopo Canino assists with banking and private debt financings. Gianluca Fanti focuses on distressed asset disposals and acquisitions, along with special situations, meanwhile Andrea Novarese is a renowned banking and finance specialist. Further key partners include Francesco Scebba, and the recently promoted Bianca Caruso and Tiziana Germinario. Stefano Bellani is an experienced senior associate.
Practice head(s):
Giuseppe Barra Caracciolo; Iacopo Canino; Bianca Caruso; Gianluca Fanti; Tiziana Germinario; Andrea Novarese; Francesco Scebba
Other key lawyers:
Stefano Bellani
Testimonials
‘Very prepared and experienced team with professionalism at the highest level.’
‘Associates and junior staff who are really able to provide solutions and assistance.’
‘Great quality from the team and solid preparation in the drafting – the team finds solutions in difficult situations.’
Key clients
Bank of America Merrill Lynch
Banco de Sabadell
Banco Santander
BNP Paribas
Cassa Depositi e Prestiti
Citibank
Deutsche Bank
Goldman Sachs
Intesa Sanpaolo
Banca IMI
JP Morgan
Mediobanca
Morgan Stanley
Natixis
Rabobank
UniCredit
Banca IFIS
Banca Nazionale del Lavoro
Banco BPM
Banco di Sardegna
BPER Banca
Cassa Risparmio di Asti
Cassa di Risparmio di Bolzano
Credito Fondiario
Crédit Agricole Italia
Illimity Bank
Work highlights
- Advised Banco BPM, Intesa Sanpaolo, Ver Capital SGR and Muzinich & Co SGR on the €37.9m refinancing of the existing financial indebtedness of Pinarello and the granting of a term loan guaranteed by SACE.
- Advised Rabobank on a €45m revolving credit facility granted to Salumificio Fratelli Beretta and two companies of the group CIM and Framon.
- Advised a pool of banks (including Unicredit) on a €200m credit facility granted to Industrie De Nora and a $100m credit facility granted to De Nora Holdings US.
BonelliErede
BonelliErede‘s Italian banking practice is sought out for LBOs, and public bid and takeover-related financings. The practice also has a strong project finance group, led by Catia Tomasetti, ‘one of the most brilliant lawyers in Italy’s energy and infrastructure sectors‘. Gabriele Malgeri and recently-promoted partner Giorgio Frasca also act on project finance. Emanuela Da Rin heads the banking and real estate focus teams. The group is also home to financial and banking transactions expert, Giuseppe Sacchi Lodispoto, alongside Antonio La Porta, who has an active structured finance practice. Giovanni Battaglia and Federico Cocito are experienced managing associates.
Other key lawyers:
Catia Tomasetti; Gabriele Malgeri; Giorgio Frasca; Emanuela Da Rin; Giuseppe Sacchi Lodispoto; Antonio La Porta; Giovanni Battaglia; Federico Cocito
Testimonials
‘The team has a strong track record and is always up to date on the latest regulations.’
‘Strong sector focus and a high level of know-how from the whole team (also at junior levels).’
‘Catia Tomasetti is by far one of the most brilliant lawyers in Italy’s energy and infrastructure sectors.’
‘Catia Tomasetti has a strong track record in financing – she also has strong relationships with institutions that allow her to be up to date on the sector’s regulatory developments.’
Key clients
Cassa Depositi e Prestiti
Crédit Agricole Italia
ING
Natixis
Société Générale
SACE
UniCredit
Work highlights
- Assisted a pool of banks with the signing of a three-year, €410m sustainability-linked revolving credit facility for Italian multi-utility company A2A.
- Assisted European Investment Bank, Cassa Depositi e Prestiti and UniCredit with a complex financing and refinancing transaction involving two wind farm portfolios.
- Assisted the lenders (a pool of banks comprising BNL Gruppo BNP Paribas, Banco Bpm and Intesa Sanpaolo) with a €500m loan granted to Lavazza.
Dentons
Dentons
is highly active in commercial lending, including leveraged, real estate and corporate finance. The Italy team also assists with refinancing, fund financing, direct lending, and project and structured finance. Alessandro Fosco Fagotto is Europe banking and finance head, while, at managing counsel level, Edoardo Galeotti and recently-promoted Franco Paolo Gialloreti both advise on LBO deals. Partner-level growth includes the recent hire of banking and finance expert Luigi Costa from Norton Rose Fulbright, and the recruitment of real estate finance specialist Pierandrea Bonali from McDermott Will & Emery Studio Legale Associato.
Practice head(s):
Alessandro Fosco Fagotto
Other key lawyers:
Edoardo Galeotti; Franco Paolo Gialloreti; Luigi Costa; Pierandrea Bonali; Tommaso Zanirato
Testimonials
‘A reliable and capable team that works well together.’
‘Exceptional partner availability and engagement, and quality partners and associates.’
‘Excellent commercial knowledge of the industry/sector. One of the best firms on the Italian market.’
‘Excellent cooperation among team members and efficient sharing of information.’
‘Alessandro Fosco Fagotto is a hard worker and a recognised leader in acquisition finance.’
‘Alessandro Fosco Fagotto is one of the best partners on the Italian market – strong knowledge of matters and availability.’
‘Managing counsel Franco Paolo Gialloreti shows strong commitment to deals. He also has extensive experience in financing/acquisition transactions.’
‘Franco Paolo Gialloreti is always available for a call and to resolve any doubts.’
Key clients
Banca IFIS
Banca Nazionale del Lavoro
Banco BPM
BPER Banca
Crédit Agricole
Intesa Sanpaolo
Banca IMI
Mediocredito Italiano
Mediobanca
MPS Capital Services Banca per le Imprese
UniCredit
illimity Bank
SACE
Cassa Depositi e Prestiti
Muzinich
Green Arrow Capital
Equita
Anthilia Capital Partners SGR
Eurazeo
Solution Bank
Work highlights
- Assisted Banco BPM, Crédit Agricole, Intesa Sanpaolo and UniCredit (as mandated lead arrangers and lenders) and Crédit Agricole (as agent) with a € 100m financing in favour of Novamont.
- Assisted a pool of banks (comprising Intesa Sanpaolo and UniCredit as co-underwriters and bookrunners, and Banco BPM and BNP-Paribas Group as mandate lead arrangers) with the financing for the acquisition by SECO of the entire share capital of Garz & Fricke Holding, its subsidiaries, and AF HMI Holding.
- Assisting a pool of banks with a € 100m financing granted to Feralpi Siderurgica.
DLA Piper
DLA Piper‘s banking and finance practice sits within the finance, projects and restructuring department. Luciano Morello is a corporate and structured finance expert, Antonio Lombardo is a renowned finance law specialist, while Federico Zucconi Galli Fonseca and Giampiero Priori are ‘very hands on‘. Also highly regarded are Giovanni Ragnoni Bosco Lucarelli, who advises on energy project finance and Ugo Calò, a large-scale finance expert. Elsewhere, Giuseppe Mele focuses on corporate, leveraged, real estate and structured finance, with debt sector specialist Chiara Anceschi also noted. Claudio D’Alia is a legal director of prominence.
Practice head(s):
Luciano Morello
Other key lawyers:
Antonio Lombardo; Federico Zucconi Galli Fonseca; Giampiero Priori; Giovanni Ragnoni Bosco Lucarelli; Ugo Calò; Giuseppe Mele; Chiara Anceschi; Claudio D’Alia; Ivano Sproviero
Testimonials
‘Very client-oriented team that understands clients’ needs and shows flexibility in order to achieve them.’
‘Always a pleasure to work with the DLA team – clients find a particular mix of professionalism, friendly relationships and smart problem-solving skills.’
‘The banking team’s reputation precedes it. Excellent quality and it always manages to find a solution that is also acceptable from a commercial perspective.’
Key clients
Unicredit
Intesa Sanpaolo
Natixis
MPS
Mediocredito Italiano
BNL
Banco BPM
UBI Banca (now Intesa Sanpaolo)
Credito Valtellinese
ING Bank
ICCREA
BNP Paribas
Aareal Bank
Deutsche Bank
Credit Suisse
Banca Farmafactoring
DZ Bank
Mediobanca
Santander
Société General
SACE
AMCO
Citibank
JP Morgan
Industrial and Commercial Bank of China
Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria
Bayern LB
Crédit Agricole
Cassa Depositi e Prestiti
Work highlights
- Assisted a pool of 16 lenders in three sustainability-linked term and revolving multi-currency financings granted to an Italian-listed industrial company (and its subsidiary) for an aggregate amount of €2.4bn.
- Assisted a pool of lenders (Natixis, UniCredit and Generali Global Infrastructure) with a financing (subject to green loan principles) to WT II Senior.
- Assisted a pool of lender banks (Mediobanca, Intesa Sanpaolo, Société Générale, Santander, UniCredit, Citibank, JP Morgan, BNL and BNP Paribas) with the granting of a €500m ESG-linked revolving credit facility in favour of A2A.
Gattai, Minoli, Partners
Gattai, Minoli, Partners‘ banking and finance practice acts for banks and financial institutions on both domestic and cross-border financings. The group is jointly headed by Gaetano Carrello, a finance, restructuring and debt capital markets specialist, and Lorenzo Vernetti, who 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.
Practice head(s):
Gaetano Carrello; Lorenzo Vernetti
Other key lawyers:
Emanuela Campari Bernacchi; Valentina Lattanzi; Gian Luca Coggiola; Gaetano Petroni; Federico Tropeano
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.’
Gianni & Origoni
Gianni & Origoni‘s ‘pragmatic and solution-oriented‘ practice covers refinancings, restructuring, real estate finance, ESG-linked deals, and investment and structured finance. It also assists major lenders with general corporate operations. The practice is co-led by Matteo Bragantini, who acts for banking clients on domestic and international financing transactions, banking and finance specialist Giuseppe De Simone, and Ottaviano Sanseverino, who is ‘great for energy and infrastructure work‘. Other key practitioners are Matteo Gotti, Eduardo Fiordiliso, Arrigo Arrigoni, as well as recently-promoted Ilaria Laureti and Piergiorgio Picardi. Counsels Claudia Lami and Maria Panetta are also noted.
Practice head(s):
Matteo Bragantini; Giuseppe De Simone; Ottaviano Sanseverino
Other key lawyers:
Matteo Gotti; Eduardo Fiordiliso; Arrigo Arrigoni; Ilaria Laureti; Piergiorgio Picardi; Claudia Lami; Maria Panetta; Giuseppe Velluto
Testimonials
‘The firm’s main strengths are its sector and market knowledge, solution-oriented approach, and strong level of availability and engagement (even at partner level).’
‘A leading law firm in Italy’s project finance and infrastructure market.’
‘Offers high-quality services, and the team is very knowledgeable about its areas of specific expertise.’
‘Pragmatic and solution-oriented, which clients greatly appreciate.’
‘Ottaviano Sanseverino- great for energy and infrastructure work.’
‘Giuseppe Velluto – a partner with vast administrative law experience.’
‘Arrigo Arrigoni recently became a partner and was a standout associate before!’
Key clients
UniCredit
Intesa Sanpaolo
Cassa Depositi e Prestiti
EIB (European Investment Bank)
Crédit Agricole Group
Intrum
Natixis
Allianz
BNP Paribas
CDP
Nord/LB Norddeutsche Landesbank
Société Générale
Banco Santander
Work highlights
- Assisted a pool of financial institutions (over 20 lenders) with the granting of new credit facilities to OpenFiber.
- Acted as special counsel to EIB on APL – Autostrada Pedemontana Lombarda’s approximately €1.74bn financing.
- Assisted UniCredit with a real estate securitisation transaction via a bank loan.
Latham & Watkins LLP
Latham & Watkins LLP‘s Italian banking and finance practice houses specialists in acquisition and leveraged finance, as well as corporate lending and debt restructuring. The group is headed by recently-appointed regional chair of the firm’s finance department in Europe, Marcello Bragliani, who assists major lenders with acquisition finance deals, including cross-border matters. Antongiulio Scialpi advises at all phases of financings, from initial structuring, to the negotiation of financing agreements and closing. Alessia De Coppi has a broad finance practice.
Practice head(s):
Marcello Bragliani
Other key lawyers:
Antongiulio Scialpi; Alessia De Coppi
Testimonials
‘Great experience and ability to deliver solutions.’
‘Top-quality lawyers, both the partners and associates.’
Key clients
Partners Group
Comdata Group
Goldman Sachs
Mediobanca
Fabbrica Italiana Sintetici
JP Morgan SE
CVC Capital Partners
BayWa
Colacem
Gamma BidCo
UniCredit
Intesa Sanpaolo
International Design Group
PAI Partners
Marcolin
BNP Paribas
ADVANT Nctm
ADVANT Nctm advises banking groups, finance institutions and debt funds on project, acquisition, leveraged and corporate finance. It also houses experts in real estate and shipping finance, regulatory work, debt restructuring, and green and sustainable finance. Stefano Padovani is a transactions specialist, Giovanni de’ Capitani di Vimercate acts on acquisition finance and debt restructuring, while Eugenio Siragusa assists with project finance. Alfredo Lizio is also a shipping and aviation finance expert.
Practice head(s):
Stefano Padovani
Other key lawyers:
Giovanni de’ Capitani di Vimercate; Eugenio Siragusa, Alfredo Lizio; Matteo Gallanti; Riccardo Sallustio; Roberto de Nardis di Prata; Giuseppe Buono; Martina Marmo
Testimonials
‘Proactive and quick approach.’
‘Expertise, professionalism and efficiency.’
‘Professional, diverse and supportive.’
‘Stefano Padovani and Martina Marmo are very professional lawyers.’
Key clients
BlackRock
UniCredit
illimity Bank
Intesa Sanpaolo
Goldman Sachs
Banco BPM
Banca Monte dei Paschi di Siena
AnA Cap Financial Partners
Amco – Asset Management Company
Gardant
Cerberus Business Finance Agency
Cassa Depositi e Prestiti
Work highlights
- Acted for a pool of lenders (Intesa Sanpaolo, UniCredit, BNP Paribas, Banco BPM, Banca MPS, Credit Agricole CIB, Credit Agricole Italia, Banca Popolare di Sondrio, BPER Banca, Cassa Depositi e Prestiti and Banco Santander) on a long-term facility for up to €1bn, which was granted to Marcegaglia Steel.
- Advising Cassa Depositi e Prestiti on its financing activities.
- Assisted AnaCap Financial Partners with the sale of several NPLs.
Ashurst
Ashurst‘s Italian practice has a strong track record in acquisition, leveraged, real estate and development finance. The group also houses experts in telecoms, infrastructure and project finance, along with corporate lending, and trade, asset and receivables finance. Team head Mario Lisanti has longstanding banking and finance deal experience, while Carloandrea Meacci and Umberto Antonelli advise on energy and infrastructure financings. Counsel Luca Maria Chieffo recently joined from Clifford Chance.
Practice head(s):
Mario Lisanti
Other key lawyers:
Carloandrea Meacci; Umberto Antonelli; Luca Maria Chieffo
Testimonials
‘Flexibility, competence and a creative approach are the key factors that make this law firm an excellent choice.’
‘Carloandrea Meacci has significant technical skills – he shows strong leadership and the ability to get things done.’
Key clients
Banca Ifis
Banco BPM
Barings
European Investment Bank
BNY Mellon
Crédit Agricole
Deutsche Bank
JP Morgan
Intesa Sanpaolo
Natixis
Oldenburische Landesbank
Pricoa
Unicredit
Work highlights
- Advised a consortium of banks (EIB and CDP) on a €1.74bn financing granted to APL – Autostrada Pedemontana Lombarda for the design, building, operation and maintenance of the B2 and C stretches of the Autostrada Pedemontana Lombarda motorway.
- Advised Allianz Global Investors on the financing of the acquisition by a vehicle (owned by Sixth Street) of 49% of EniPower’s share capital.
- Advised Oldenburgische Landesbank, Banca Ifis, Crédit Agricole Italia and Deutsche Bank on credit facilities provided to private equity firm HIG Capital for the acquisition of a majority stake in Berardi Bullonerie.
Molinari Agostinelli
Molinari Agostinelli‘s banking and finance team advises on acquisition, property, corporate and structured finance. It also assists with the disposal and acquisition of UTP and NPL portfolios. Ugo Molinari advises on debt restructuring, and acquisition and structured finance, Riccardo Agostinelli is a renowned banking law specialist, whereas Alessandro Fontana has longstanding finance deal experience. Other active partners are Marco Leonardi, Andrea Taurozzi, Maria Milano, Beatrice Neri and Daniele Migliarucci.
Practice head(s):
Riccardo Agostinelli; Alessandro Fontana
Other key lawyers:
Ugo Molinari; Marco Leonardi; Andrea Taurozzi; Maria Milano; Beatrice Neri; Daniele Migliarucci; Giacomo Colombo
Testimonials
‘Professionalism, respect for deadlines, negotiation skills and dedication.‘
Key clients
King Street Capital Management
UniCredit
Banco BPM
Intesa Sanpaolo
Deutsche Bank
BNP Paribas
Crédit Agricole
Cassa Depositi e Prestiti
BPER Banca
ICCREA
QuattroR
SC Lowy
Banca Monte dei Paschi di Siena
DeA Capital Alternative Funds
RiverRock
Tenax Capital
Green Arrow Capital
Work highlights
- Advised Aareal Bank, UniCredit and Banca IMI on the revision of existing financial agreements, which aimed to incorporate new assumptions of Fondo TVA’s real estate development plan.
- Advised Banco BPM on a financing to Vision Group for the acquisition of the VistaSì chain.
- Advised Banco BPM, Crédit Agricole Italia, Creval and UniCredit on a financing for Salumificio Fratelli Beretta.
Pedersoli Studio Legale
Best known for its acquisition and corporate finance deal credentials, Pedersoli Studio Legale‘s banking and finance team advises on all aspects of Italian and international financing transactions. Its assistance ranges from structuring, to negotiation and completion of related contractual agreements and collateral securities. Team head 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):
Maura Magioncalda
Other key lawyers:
Consuelo Citterio; Alessandra De Cantellis
Key clients
Intesa Sanpaolo
Banco BPM
illimity
UniCredit
Cassa Depositi e Prestiti
BPER
MPS Capital Services
Crédit Agricole Italia
BNL
Banca Carige
Istituto per il Credito Sportivo
Work highlights
- Assisted Intesa Sanpaolo, UniCredit and Cassa Depositi e Prestiti on a financing in favour of Gruppo Torinese Trasporti.
- Assisted Intesa Sanpaolo, Banco BPM, UniCredit, La Cassa di Ravenna, Banca Monte dei Paschi di Siena, BPER Banca, and AMCO – Asset Management Company (as lenders to Gruppo Monrif) with two new facilities, which included a SACE guarantee under the Liquidity Decree.
- Assisted a syndicate of lenders (comprising Intesa Sanpaolo, Banca Nazionale del Lavoro, Banco BPM and Istituto per il Credito Sportivo) on two facilities in favour of Milano Cortina 2026 Foundation (organising committee of the 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games).
Simmons & Simmons
Simmons & Simmons‘s Italy practice has a strong market reputation for Italian leveraged and acquisition finance deals. Its expertise also includes acting for alternative lenders and private debt providers. Davide D’Affronto is ‘one of the Italian market’s best partners‘, while Nicholas Lasagna advises on both English law and Italian law. The practice also features experienced of counsels Alessandro Elisio and Mario Orsenigo, and managing associates Maria Ilaria Griffo and Fabrizio Nebuloni.
Practice head(s):
Davide D’Affronto; Nicholas Lasagna
Other key lawyers:
Alessandro Elisio; Mario Orsenigo; Maria Ilaria Griffo; Fabrizio Nebuloni
Testimonials
‘Exceptional partner availability and engagement – strong quality of partners and associates.’
‘Excellent commercial knowledge of the industry/sector. The seniority of the team is one of Simmons’ distinctive elements when compared to its competitors.’
‘The law firm is extremely professional and client oriented, and with deep knowledge of mid-market LBOs.’
Key clients
Oldenburgische Landesbank Aktiengesellschaft
Mediobanca
Intesa Sanpaolo
UniCredit
Banca Nazionale del Lavoro
Banco BPM
Deutsche Bank
BNP Paribas
Crédit Agricole
BPER Banca
ICCREA Banca
Banca IFIS
BNL
CDP
BBPM
BFF Bank
Muzinich
RiverRock European Capital Partners
Pricoa
Clessidra Private Debt
Gatti Pavesi Bianchi Ludovici
Gatti Pavesi Bianchi Ludovici‘s team leverages the expertise of the firm’s funds, regulatory and restructuring practices during complex private debt and credit investment deals. Lending and structured finance transactions specialist, Marc-Alexandre Courtejoie, is a recently-appointed equity partner, while Andrea Limongelli is particularly active in property and acquisition finance transactions.
Practice head(s):
Marc-Alexandre Courtejoie; Andrea Limongelli
Other key lawyers:
Stefano Motta; Carolina Caslini
Testimonials
‘The team proved to be professional, helpful and, above all, able to work to very tight deadlines.’
‘A very skilled team that is able to cope with complex transactions, thanks to professionals who specialise in different issues, such that they can give clients wide perspectives without losing sight of the detail.’
‘Very prepared and always available professionals.’
‘The real difference is its people, who are very cooperative and competent.’
‘The partners and associates involved were always available to find innovative solutions – cooperative with both clients and counterparts, which made the process very smooth.’
‘Totally reliable firm, very efficient, professional, and absolutely up to date with new regulations.’
‘Marc-Alexandre Courtejoie is a key adviser and very pleasant to deal with.’
‘Marc-Alexandre Courtejoie accompanies clients closely at all stages, and his expertise in innovative instruments is certainly important.’
Key clients
Amundi SGR
AnaCap Financial Partners
BPER Banca
Banco BPM
Banca Capasso
Deutsche Bank
Iccrea Banca
Illimity
Intesa Sanpaolo
UniCredit
Hogan Lovells International LLP
The core Italian banking and finance practice at Hogan Lovells International LLP covers leveraged, acquisition, real estate and asset finance, along with funds-related lending, syndicated loans, and trade and commodity finance. Qualified to practice in both Italy and New York, Milan banking partner Carlo Massini has a broad lending practice. Mauro Saccani was a new arrival in April 2023 from Latham & Watkins LLP.
Practice head(s):
Carlo Massini
Other key lawyers:
Marco Gasparrini; Mauro Saccani
Testimonials
‘Hogan Lovells is a great law firm, and its lawyers are well prepared and very focused on supporting clients on every single detail of transactions. Moreover, the lawyers are always available to answer questions.’
‘Carlo Massini and associate Marco Gasparrini provided significant support, not only with the legal aspects of transactions, but also with the negotiations, which were tough to manage considering the tight deadline.’
Key clients
Berenberg Green Energy Junior Debt Funds
ING Bank
Work highlights
- Advised a syndicate of lenders, including ING Bank, on the $500m sustainability-linked senior secured borrowing base facility, which was made available to the Sucafina Group.
- Advised Berenberg Green Energy Junior Debt Funds on the financing of two solar parks in Italy and Chile.
K&L Gates
The asset and corporate finance department at K&L Gates is particularly experienced in lending transactions carried out by Italian securitisation SPVs; it also assists private debt investment funds with direct lending. Fabrizio Dotti is a finance and restructuring specialist, with Paolo Rusconi serving as a banking, finance and debt restructuring expert.
Practice head(s):
Fabrizio Dotti; Paolo Rusconi
Other key lawyers:
Francesco Seri; Mattia Maggioni
Testimonials
‘Fabrizio Dotti brings together experience and competence, not just in relation to the banking and finance sector – his expertise also extends to business crisis-related work.’
‘Fabrizio Dotti has the ability to handle colleagues with a constructive approach, and is oriented towards win-win solutions.’
Key clients
Finanziaria Internazionale Investments SGR
UniCredit
Banca Nazionale del Lavoro
McDermott Will & Emery Studio Legale Associato
McDermott Will & Emery Studio Legale Associato’s group focuses on real estate finance. Milan managing partner Giancarlo Castorino advises on the finance issues surrounding high-stakes deals, with real estate and acquisition finance specialist, Francesco Romeo, noted as ‘a very knowledgeable and patient lawyer‘. Former partner Pierandrea Bonali joined Dentons in July 2022.
Practice head(s):
Other key lawyers:
Francesco Romeo; Agata Todarello; Nicolò Perricone
Testimonials
‘Ability to address and resolve issues with counterparts without slowing down the process.’
‘Quick understanding of the issues concerning the businesses involved.’
‘Very well-organised and to-the-point advice.’
‘Excellent and highly professional people, who have deep knowledge of any rule or practice that clients wish to discuss with them.’
‘Very reliable and competent people, who are managed and properly trained by Milan managing partner Giancarlo Castorino.’
‘Francesco Romeo is a very knowledgeable and patient lawyer, who is deal oriented.’
Key clients
Intesa Sanpaolo
Arsenale SGR
Banco BPM
Generali Real Estate
Kryalos SGR
UBI Banca
Natixis
UniCredit
Crédit Agricole
ING Bank
Gardant Investor SGR
BPER Banca
Banca Nazionale del Lavoro
FairConnect
BNP Paribas
Work highlights
- Advised Intesa Sanpaolo on a highly complex structure aimed at supporting (with approximately €500m facilities) the financial needs of primary domestic and international investors (in relation to a Milan real estate development project).
- Advised a large pool of domestic and international banks on an approximately €1bn financing in favour of a Qatar Investment Authority-sponsored REIF.
- Advised UniCredit and Intesa Sanpaolo on a medium-long term facility of approximately €223m in favour of an Italian real estate investment fund called Megas.
Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe
Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe
advises on corporate lending, and acquisition, leveraged and project finance. Patrizio Messina leads the team, which showcases structured finance specialist Marina Balzano. Former partner Raul Ricozzi and of counsel Maria Teresa Solaro recently joined PwC TLS Avvocati e Commercialisti and newly-launched firm Green Horse Legal Advisory, respectively.
Practice head(s):
Patrizio Messina
Other key lawyers:
Marina Balzano; Giulio Asquini
Key clients
Banco BPM
Crédit Agricole
Deutsche Bank
Intesa Sanpaolo
Natixis Milan Branch
UniCredit
illimity Bank
Cassa Depositi e Prestiti
Banca IFIS
MPS Capital Services Banca per le Imprese
Riello Investimenti Partners SGR
Banca Sistema
BNP Paribas
BPER Banca
Garofalo Health Care
Haier Europe Appliance Solutions
Banca Sella
Work highlights
- Advised Unicredit, BNL Gruppo, BNP Paribas, Banca Monte dei Paschi di Siena, Iccrea Group, Iccrea Banca, BCC Ravennate Forlivese e Imolese, Emil Banca, BCC di Roma, Cassa Depositi e Prestiti and Crédit Agricole Italia on a €96.5m financing in favour of the Villa Maria – GVM Group.
- Advised Cassa Depositi e Prestiti on an agreement with the European Investment Bank for a €630m-plus financing, which related to the recovery of Italian SMEs and mid-caps affected by the pandemic.
- Assisted BPER Banca, Crédit Agricole, Intesa Sanpaolo and MPS Capital Services Banca per le Imprese with the financing for the acquisition of Witor’s by 21 Invest SGR.
Osborne Clarke
Osborne Clarke‘s practice is well known for advising Italian banks that are active in real estate sector-related lending. It also advises on syndicated lending, and acquisition, leveraged and project finance. Andrea Pinto‘s practice includes commercial and industrial debt transactions, while Federica Greggio focuses on debt finance and restructuring.
Practice head(s):
Andrea Pinto
Other key lawyers:
Federica Greggio; Antonio Fugaldi
Testimonials
‘Ability to understand the client’s needs and find a satisfactory compromise with the borrower through a very hands-on approach.’
‘A seasoned team with deep knowledge of the market.’
Key clients
Aareal Bank
Azimut Investments
Banco BPM
Bayerische Landesbank (Milan branch)
BPER Banca
Cassa di Risparmio di Bolzano – Sparkasse
Cassa Depositi e Prestiti
IKB Deutsche Industriebank
Intesa San Paolo
MPS Capital Services Banca per le Imprese
Natixis
Prelios Credit Servicing
UniCredit
Work highlights
- Advised Unicredit on a €82m loan to Kryalos SGR (on behalf of the Urania closed-end real estate alternative investment fund), which related to a real estate portfolio comprising predominantly shopping centres.
- Advised UniCredit on several significant financing transactions, including providing approximately €84m financing for the development of the MondoJuve shopping centre.
- Advising Azimut Investments on multiple financing transactions, as well as related regulatory issues.
Studio Legale Associato a Watson Farley & Williams
Studio Legale Associato a Watson Farley & Williams‘ banking and finance group focuses on the energy (renewables and natural resources), transport (maritime, aviation and rail), infrastructure, and real estate sectors. Asset and project finance specialist Mario D’Ovidio ‘has longstanding banking sector experience‘, while Furio Samela is a well-known shipping finance expert.
Practice head(s):
Mario D’Ovidio; Furio Samela
Other key lawyers:
Michele Autuori; Matteo Trabacchin; Amelia Garavaglia; Antonella Barbarito
Testimonials
‘The firm is very focused on a number of sectors (such as asset finance, energy, transport, real estate and infrastructure), where they have a strong reputation.’
‘Very reliable and with less turnover of lawyers than other firms.’
‘Mario D’Ovidio has longstanding banking sector experience and a very robust technical background.’
‘Mario D’Ovidio is always fully committed to transactions.’
‘Mario D’Ovidio is a reliable and transparent professional – an outstanding lawyer for whom the client’s interests always come first.’
Key clients
Kommunalkredit Austria
HSBC
SACE
Intesa Sanpaolo
SIMEST
Deutsche Bank
Commerzbank
Crédit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank
Banco BPM
The Export-Import Bank of China
Illimity Bank
Work highlights
- Advised HSBC and SACE on a SACE Push facility concluded under the sustainability-linked loan principles.
- Advised Kommunalkredit Austria on a financing granted for solar development in Italy.
- Advised Intesa Sanpaolo and SACE on a $220m loan to Uzbek state-owned company, Hudugazta’minot.
Studio Professionale Associato a Baker & McKenzie
Studio Professionale Associato a Baker & McKenzie‘s Milan-based banking and finance practice is led by Alberto Fornari, whose practice focuses on corporate and structured finance. Fornari is particularly experienced in NPLs, factoring, lending, payment systems and fintech. Additional partner-level support is provided by banking and finance transactions practitioner, Ludovico Rusconi.
Practice head(s):
Alberto Fornari
Other key lawyers:
Ludovico Rusconi; Giorgio Telarico; Francesco Ciociola
Key clients
Banco BPM
Intesa Sanpaolo
Cassa Depositi e Prestiti
SACE
Mediobanca – Banca di credito Finanziario
KOTAK Bank
Statuto Group
Kingstreet
Officine CST
Work highlights
- Advised Banco BPM and Intesa Sanpaolo on a facilities agreement for a real estate financing.
- Advised Intesa Sanpaolo on a loan granted to an alternative real estate investment fund (FIA).
- Advised Cassa Depositi e Prestiti on a term loan facility in favour of TRE PERU (subsidiary of Tozzi Group), which related to the financing of the construction of solar assets in Peru.
Bird & Bird
Specialised in structured finance transactions on a project financing basis, Bird & Bird‘s Italy practice advises banks and financial institutions on traditional and renewable energy financing and refinancing deals. The team is co-led by project finance specialist Pierpaolo Mastromarini and Alberto Salvadè, who assists lenders with the recovery of receivables.
Practice head(s):
Pierpaolo Mastromarini; Alberto Salvadè
Other key lawyers:
Michele Arruzzolo
Key clients
Deutsche Bank
Intesa Sanpaolo
Eiffel Investment Group
UniCredit
Work highlights
- Assisted Deutsche Bank with the subscription to a Green Lucca green bond, in relation to the refinancing of part of a photovoltaic portfolio.
- Advised Intesa Sanpaolo on a refinancing for STAR I Fund.
- Advised MPS Capital Services Banca per le Imprese and UniCredit, as mandated lead arranger, on a financing granted to Sun Berserker.
CBA Studio Legale e Tributario
CBA Studio Legale e Tributario‘s banking and finance practice is experienced in shipping, real estate and project financing. The firm also has robust structured finance deal credentials. The banking, finance and insurance department is headed up by Francesco Dialti, whose broad practice includes both port and shipping sector finance.
Practice head(s):
Francesco Dialti
Other key lawyers:
Daniela Sorgato; Vincenzo Cimmino; Emanuele Caretti
Testimonials
‘They focus on the most relevant aspects, and are flexible and able to respect tight deadlines; at the same time they are professionals who provide good advice.’
‘The whole team has very specialised knowledge which allows it to understand every issue.’
‘Every member of staff is always available, while being aware that representation is about achieving the right result for the client.’
‘Francesco Dialti understands clients’ concerns – clients really value and appreciate him.’
‘Francesco Dialti has huge experience in business issues, and works diligently, but ethically, to achieve the desired results. He is unafraid of a challenge, turns out a strong work product without wasting time, and does all this for a sensible fee within clients’ budgets. What is more, he has the ability to foresee likely problems and confront them earlier.’
Key clients
Banco BPM
Banca Carige
CaixaBank
Iccrea Banca
UniCredit Leasing
Sparkasse – Cassa di Risparmio di Bolzano
illimity
DEA Capital
Abanca Corporación Bancaria
2R Capital
Nomadix
Work highlights
- Advised CaixaBank on a €150m financing granted to Ferrovie Dello Stato.
- Advised Banco BPM on the project financing granted to IVPC Group for the construction of a wind plant.
- Advising the lenders (Iccrea Banca, DEA Capital and illimity) on financings to CCC.
CMS
CMS‘s active lender practice in Italy routinely assists with complex finance deals and related security packages. Paolo Bonolis is the contact partner for several major domestic and international banks and financial institutions, while Domenico Gaudiello is a public finance specialist. Counsel Maria Giovanna Pisani regularly structures national and cross-border financings.
Practice head(s):
Paolo Bonolis
Other key lawyers:
Domenico Gaudiello; Maria Giovanna Pisani; Gianfabio Florio
Key clients
Morgan Stanley
Commerzbank – Italian Branch
Intesa Sanpaolo
Aareal Bank
Barings
La Banque Postale
Beerfin (Heineken Group)
ICBC
Unipol
Illimity
Work highlights
- Advised Aareal Bank on the origination and purchase of several large-value loans.
- Advised Bank PKO with a shipping finance transaction.
- Assisted Banca Intesa with a cross-border project involving several CEE jurisdictions.
Curtis, Mallet-Prevost, Colt & Mosle LLP
Curtis, Mallet-Prevost, Colt & Mosle LLP‘s Italy banking and finance practice regularly advises on significant finance transactions. Advising both banks and financial institutions, Alfonso de Marco is experienced in banking and real estate work, structured finance and project finance. Fellow partner Sergio Esposito Farber is also a key team member.
Practice head(s):
Alfonso de Marco
Other key lawyers:
Sergio Esposito Farber; Giovanni Sagramoso
Testimonials
‘The team’s areas of excellence include acquisition and corporate finance. Its lawyers are engaging and focused on meeting any deadline, and take a lot of time to understand the issues properly and tailor the advice.’
‘Alfonso de Marco is one of the most skilled banking lawyers in Italy – he has a strong business focus, and gives excellent advice while guiding clients towards the resolution of any issue that might arise during the structuring and managing of deals.’
Key clients
Cassa Depositi e Prestiti
Banca Monte dei Paschi di Siena
MPS Capital Services Banca per le Imprese
UBI Banca
Banco BPM
Intesa Sanpaolo
Crédit Agricole Italia
ICCREA BancaImpresa
Work highlights
- Advised MPS Capital Services Banca per le Imprese on the granting to The Italian Sea Group of a facility for the acquisition of Perini Navi.
- Advised MPS Capital Services Banca per le Imprese on the granting of several facilities to Lapi Gelatine for the acquisition of Juncà Gelatines.
- Assisted MPS Capital Services Banca per le Imprese with the granting of a large-value loan for the acquisition by a fund (managed by Alcedo SGR) of all of Carlo Crivellin’s share capital.
Greenberg Traurig Santa Maria
Greenberg Traurig Santa Maria‘s Italy banking and finance group assists major lenders with a wide range of banking and finance work. Debt product specialist Corrado Angelelli advises on leveraged and real estate finance, along with NPLs. Fellow Milan partner Alessio Gerhart Ruvolo is a specialist in debt matters and regulatory issues.
Practice head(s):
Corrado Angelelli; Alessio Gerhart Ruvolo
Other key lawyers:
Caterina Napoli; Davide Bonsi
Key clients
Cerberus Capital Management
J-Invest
Link Financial
The Carlyle Group
Värde Partners Europe
Guber Banca
Banca Farmafactoring
Gruppo Barletta
Carval
Barletta Group
Chenavari Investment Managers
Crif
Bain Capital
Solution Bank
Banca Monte dei Paschi
Sorec
Banco delle Tre Venezie
BAWAG
Creditis Servizi Finanziari
Henderson Park
Tristan Capital Partners
Castello Sgr
Investcorp
JP Morgan Asset Management
Savills Investment Management Società di Gestione del Risparmio
Intrum
Kervis SGR
EQT Exeter
Work highlights
- Advised Intrum on the sale of an NPL portfolio.
Herbert Smith Freehills
Herbert Smith Freehills‘s banking and finance Italian team is experienced in acquisition, project, export and real estate finance. It is also active in syndicated lending, asset finance, leasing-related financing, factoring and restructuring. The team is headed up by experienced of counsel Simone Egidi, a dual-qualified English solicitor and Italian lawyer.
Practice head(s):
Simone Egidi
Key clients
Interconnector Energy Italia
Webuild
Resia SPV
Achilles Vaccines
Ceva Logistics
PI.SA. Interconnector Energy
EDP Renewables
Beyond NetZero
Sorgenia
Glennmont
Messaggerie Libri
Vivigas
Astaldi Concessions
Treezor
Iren
C&M Logistics
Monita Interconnector
Swiss Power
Envalue Gmbh
BPER Banca
Intesa Sanpaolo
ING Geneva
BPM
Mediobanca
ICCREA Banca
BCC Roma
BBC Agropontino
Work highlights
- Assisted ING with the financing of the supply of natural gas from AOT to Alpherg.
- Assisted BPER and Sparkasse (as lender to a portfolio of hydroelectric and wind power projects owned by Swiss Power), with the corporate restructuring of Swiss Power’s Italian group and a series of amendments to its financial documents.
- Assisted Iccrea Banca with the project financing for the construction and management of an underground car park in Rome.
Jones Day
Jones Day‘s Milan practice advises on cross-border finance deals, including acquisition and leveraged finance, along with real estate finance, distressed financing and regulatory matters. Francesco Squerzoni, Vinicio Trombetti and Marco Frattini are structured finance deal specialists, while real estate expert Paolo Foppiani is a recent recruit from DLA Piper.
Practice head(s):
Francesco Squerzoni
Other key lawyers:
Vinicio Trombetti; Marco Frattini; Paolo Foppiani
Testimonials
‘Great accessibility of partners and expertise, with seamless cooperation between the firm’s European and US offices.’
‘Valued for the ability to couple the legal and commercial side of things, bringing solutions to the table when some advisers would stick to the technical points and delay bridging the gap.’
‘Anticipating potential issues, it is able to avoid them by modifying the deal’s structure.’
‘Fairness, availability and attention to detail are the main qualities of the team’s individuals.’
‘Francesco Squerzoni demonstrated competence and availability.’
‘Francesco Squerzoni is knowledgeable, available and proactive, and has well- rounded skills that cross disciplines, allowing him to play a big role during execution.’
Key clients
Arsenal Capital Partners
UniCredit
Hedge Invest SGR S
AnaCap Financial Europe SA SICAV-RAIF
AnaCap Credit
Prelios
Arrow Global
AGG Capital Management
Banca Akros
Banco BPM
Credit Agricole CIB
Credit Agricole CIB Milan
Deutsche Bank
ING Bank Milan Branch
Work highlights
- Assisted Illimity Bank with the acquisition of a NPL portfolio.
- Advised ING Bank Milan Branch (as lead arranger) on a €59.1m facility agreement with an Italian SPV.
- Advised Banca Akros, Banco BPM and MPS Capital Services Banca per le Imprese on a facility agreement granted to Immobiliare Grande Distribuzione Società di Investimento Immobiliare Quotata for a refinancing, which related to the purchase of hypermarkets.
Nunziante Magrone
Acting for lenders and arrangers, Nunziante Magrone‘s banking and financing department advises on acquisition and real estate finance, along with corporate lending and debt restructuring. Team head Alessio Lombardo currently sits on the legal panels of prestigious Italian financial institutions, while Priscilla Merlino focuses on banking and financial regulation.
Practice head(s):
Alessio Lombardo; Priscilla Merlino
Other key lawyers:
Corrado Rosano; Daniele Messina; Lorenzo de Angeli
Testimonials
‘Punctual in its execution and proactive.’
‘Great ability to achieve goals without creating problems with counterparts during negotiations – good assistance during the execution phase.’
Pavia e Ansaldo
Pavia e Ansaldo advises lenders on the gamut of financing transactions. The banking and finance practice is jointly headed by Mario Di Giulio, whose career includes stints at leading domestic banks, alongside banking and finance practitioner, Roberto Zanchi. Caterina Luciani‘s practice covers large financings, debt restructuring and aircraft leasing.
Practice head(s):
Mario Di Giulio; Roberto Zanchi
Other key lawyers:
Caterina Luciani
Key clients
Banche di Credito Cooperativo
BCC Roma
Unicredit
Banca Generali
Credit Agricole Cariparma
Banco BPM
Deutsche Bank AG
Unicredit Bank Moscow
ICCREA Banca Impresa
Investire SGR
Xenon Private Equity
Cassa Depositi e Prestiti
First Growth Real Estate
WeArena
ViviBanca
Planet Smart City
Regione Liguria
Work highlights
- Defending the US parent company (and two UK subsidiaries) of one of the largest banks in the world in multiple actions brought by retail investors.
- Advised one of the most significant arms of Banche di Credito Cooperativo on its negotiations with the European Investment Bank.
Studio Legale Cappelli RCCD
Studio Legale Cappelli RCCD advises major financial institutions on both banking law and banking transactions. Paolo Calderaro specialises in structured finance deals; Morena Bontorin acts for banks and financial intermediaries on national and cross-border transactions, including leveraged, real estate and corporate finance; and Giuliana Durand's practice includes debt restructuring.
Practice head(s):
Paolo Calderaro
Other key lawyers:
Morena Bontorin; Giuliana Durand; Deborah De Rosa
Key clients
Yanez SPV
illimity Bank
Solution Bank
Unicredit
Cassa di Risparmio di Bolzano
Crédit Agricole Italia
Prelios SGR
Gardant Investor SGR