‘I work with Marco Maniscalco and I really appreciate that he understand very well how to support the company in managing particular situations never forgetting the strategy of the company.’

‘Elena Ryolo is a subtle, skilled and experienced lawyer with a profound vision of things, issues and situations. Her legal approach on HR issues also takes into consideration the psychological aspects/impacts on the employees, and this always makes the difference.’

‘Accessible, knowledgeable and practical.’

‘The Legance team is responsive and takes the time to understand our business to provide bespoke advice that we can work with. Especially in a very complex legal environment.’

‘Serena Commisso is our lead partner and we highly value her ability to anticipate the questions we will ask and provide comprehensive advice that is practical but mindful of the legal realities in Italy.’

‘They are strong labor law advisors with an outstanding business understanding.’

‘The team always seems coordinated and aligned inside so as to give the customer only one advice.’

‘Mrs. Elena Ryolo is always available just in time, to provide support in a very fast way, when needed.’

‘Toffoletto De Luca Tamajo shows an impressive capability to understand the business needs and put any topic in the right perspective for the best solution or an innovative approach.’

‘Notwithstanding the fact anyone owns top level knowledge in the field, they are easy to reach and stay by your side until the very very end of the issue. Thorough technical capabilities together with full client partnership.’

‘The team and the firm is flexible, result driven, very quick and business oriented. I am very satisfied in the partnership with Toffoletto’s team.’

‘Francesco Lorenzi is a great partner. Always available, expertise, business oriented and capable to deal ambiguity. One of the best lawyers I have worked with.’

‘I work with Francesco Lorenzi who is an outstanding professional. He provides advice with great business oriented approach in a swift and effective way. He is always available and proactive. He knows how to deliver the best advice also in English. Clearness and effectiveness are his major strengths.’

‘Always well informed about the relevant news and available to provide instructions and insights, via webinars as well as in one-to-one discussions. Focused on the best way to support their clients thanks to standardized tools, technology and a wide network of experts to get the most advanced skills and knowledge for each field (legislation, tax, etc.’

‘Outstanding knowledge of all topics related to labor law and deep understanding of the client’s needs valuable advice also on new topics of the labor law, anticipating arising needs. very good in analytical skills and judgement’

‘Business acumen; Prompt answers; Great flexibility; Exceptional knowledge.’

‘Chiomenti’s employment practice is a force to be reckoned with in the Italian labour panorama. They are particularly strong and supportive. The team has a great expertise, is pragmatic, hands-on and very agile. What makes the team unique is high qualification and the professional approach of the partner Emanuele Barberis.’

‘Strengths: solid expertise, flexibility to move from theoretical positions to give concrete support when the company is facing new challenges. The ability to identify useful solutions to solve problems. The credibility recognized by opposing attorneys and the Court.’

‘Partners: strong expertise, experience, common sense problem solving and knowledge in managing labour negotiations.’

‘Emanuele Barberis is proactive and always thinking of different ways to achieve a result minimizing the legal risk for the client. He is a reference point also for legal advice in other jurisdiction, indeed he is incredibly well connected, and can quickly bring in excellent, responsive counsel in other countries within and outside the European Union, particularly in complex cross-border issues. what makes Emanuele unique are the creativeness and the height responsiveness. He is able to understand the needs of demanding clients (in particular in the luxury business), providing concise and insightful advice.’

‘Availability; competences; negotiation skills; fair market fees.’

‘Strong capability in finding a lot of solutions to reach interesting agreements, in addition to strong competences and fair fees.’

‘Strong legal competencies, professionalism and courtesy are the focus of Studio De Luca & Partners managed by Vittorio De Luca and you can feel it from the first meeting. Vittorio De Luca is distinguished by his mastery of the subject and the ability to study each situation in depth, all of which always leads to clear and fair results.’

‘I have been supported both by Vittorio De Luca and Roberta Padula in a very coordinated way with much attention to my needs and my requests and a very effective outcome. It is not frequent to find such attention which makes you feel something different from a simple customer. I have also noticed their expertise and the ability to leverage the company assets in order to find the right solution.’

‘Direct collaboration with Vittorio de Luca was pleasant, he gave access to the specifics of the Italian labor & contract law and the pitfalls of the Italian environment in comparison to other jurisdictions and experiences. If needed, always accessible and very responsive, even in a challenging working environment during times of covid19 restrictions.’

‘De Luca & Partners is a very recognized law firm in the field of labor law for its authority and competence. Over the last few years, we have worked a lot, dealing with extraordinary transactions such as company transfers and corporate mergers, hiring and dismissals of all kinds, as well as labor disputes. There was no lack of particularly delicate situations to manage.’

‘Vittorio De Luca is our reference partner in the Firm. Vittorio, probably also due to his degree in economics as well as in law, in complex situations, knows how to make a significant strategic and operational contribution to the search for solutions. A characteristic of Vittorio is his flexibility and availability. I happened to consult him and get support even once he was on vacation on top of a mountain.’

‘What I think a client would appreciate most, as I do, is the guarantee that Alberto will always tell you the truth, whether it is good or not. Will never try to disguise reality, make things better or easier than they really are, so that you as a company know exactly what you have to deal with and afford, and which risks are present, with no surprises.’

‘De Luca & Partners have provided us with advice, guidance and support as we set up a team for our operations in Milan. As a UK company, this is our first experience of Italian employment law and contracts – and De Luca’s support and patience has been outstanding.’

‘We work with Vittorio De Luca and Raffaele Di Vuolo. Both have been welcoming, friendly and insightful about the challenges facing a foreign employer contracting a team in Italy. Their advice has been clear, despite the language challenges (we are reliant on their English as our Italian is insufficient). They have ben conscientious in pointing out potential obstacles and issues e.g. upcoming changes to Italian law.’

‘Emanuele Panattoni and his team are able to provide legal assistance at the highest levels. Having built a solid track record on labour law, Emanuele Panattoni and his team are able to assist clients operating in various business sectors.’

‘Emanuele Panattoni and his team are extremely passionate and enthusiastic people, it is a pleasure to work with them. Being part of one of the most important law firms, Emanuele Panattoni and his team are able to offer assistance on particularly complex and multidisciplinary issues’

‘Lawyers are extremely skilled. Able to work in an international environment. Excellent level of English. Precision and full availability. Prompt response.’

‘Competence, availability and always being present on every occasion great flexibility which always correspond to efficiency and punctuality’

‘The team is very skilled and experienced. The pragmatism and concreteness in solution proposed.’

‘Cristina Capitanio is a very skilled and prepared professional , very attentive and analytical, always available and very focused on achieving the goal in ways that ensure a correct balance between costs and benefits. She is a very scrupulous professional and intellectually honest towards the client.’

‘Very strong employment team headed by Alessandra Ferroni, fluently English speaking, used to advise international clients and knowing what is relevant for them’

‘Alessandra Ferroni is easy to work with, very professional, dedicated to the needs of the client (as is her team), comes with a lot of experience and provides clear guidance’

‘Knowledge of the market; out-of-the box thinking; practical and problem-solving approach.’

‘Trustful relationship. I’ve been working with both Angelo Quarto and Francesco Rotondi for years and I appreciate the knowledge, the innovative approach and the business acumen.’

‘The team’s main strength is the ability to provide business-oriented solutions in a timely manner. Their suggestions are always astute and effective.’

‘The team I work with is diverse since it is almost an all-female team (including the partner), all coming from different parts of Italy, that it is quite unusual in Italian market.’

‘Michela Bani is probably the best lawyer I have ever worked with. I have always the feeling she is “fighting” with me to find the best outcome for my company. She is always available, she never misses a deadline and always provides excellent work. The fees are reasonable compared to other law firms I have worked with in the past.’

‘Knowledge of the retail and real estate industry, ability to anticipate needs and qualified collaborators!’

‘Corporate vision, skills, quick responses, problem solving.’

‘The team has high level professional skills and knowledge; someone in the team is always available for a support in short time and the team members are working together, so that they are interchangeable in case of need. Diversity is highly granted and respected as well.’

‘The individuals I work with are always professional, available, polite, supportive, kind.’

‘All team members are always very collaborative, they try to clearly understand your needs and provide timely support.’

‘Marina Mobiglia is a very qualified labour lawyer.’

‘Time effectiveness. Ability to anticipate customer needs and talent to liaise with the customer in order to develop the shared roadmap.’

‘They have a very multinational mindset, that fits my organization They always provide a structured written analysis of the matter with all the possible solutions.’

‘They are committed to solve things in a timely manner, often before the deadline. They are always available, at any time. They a practical and resolutive approach.’

‘Competences, professional skills, availability, international network.’

‘From a global perspective, Dentons is a strong partner for labour law. They are really efficient and proactive, in managing all situations. They are an international company, so they can provide a worldwide service, which is definitely a plus for companies located in different countries.’

‘The individuals who have been working with us are extremely proactive, they definite understand our needs and know how to support efficiently, in order to maximize the benefit of a high level consultancy and time/costs. They really “take care” of the customer, and are always supportive.’

‘Competence, availability, courtesy and professionalism Ability to listen to the customer and understand the needs and peculiarities of the sector.’

‘The typical strengths of the Dentons teams we work with is the quick communication between members, their effective coordination in order to solve problems. Their focus on understanding the context in which the company works is remarkable. Even in the absence of one person, the team still moves forward.’

‘The founder and managing partner has an incredible competence, enthusiasm, passion and drive.’

‘Elisabetta Cassaneti is great at making things happen. Very committed and very timely.’

‘Luca Failla: by far the best labour lawyer in Italy. Serious, prepared, with the ability to put various points into a framework.’

‘The personal dedication we receive is noteworthy. We also appreciate the innovative approach to legal questions and the exhaustive care that has been brought to our cases. The legal position is based on layers of argument which makes our positions robust and intellectually convincing.’

‘The care we receive, the personal engagement, the intellectual dialogue. The team has come to know us and we have constructed an authentic relationship. We have been able to engage in a back-and-forth relationship that we feel has given us exceptional representation.’

‘Luca Failla: well connected and a very respected name in the sector.’

‘Elisabetta Cassaneti: the best in driving the operations of the team, coordinating and making it happen, while finding also a base for the core ideas.’

‘I think that what makes this practice unique is the incredible synergy that the senior partners (Tradati and Bonante) have with each other, after many years of working together in GPBL, Toffoletto and GOP. I have known both Paola and Nicola for many years. In particular, I have known Nicola for almost twenty years. Over this time, I have seen Nicola grow from a junior associate at GOP to, what I have heard many say both in the industry and outside of the same, one of the best minds in this practice area in Italy. I have worked for, and with, Nicola. I have referred a number of C- level executives to him and, more recently, Nicola assisted the Company I now work for in its set-up phase with exceptional insight and understanding in a difficult environment.’

‘Nicola Bonante stands out because he doesn’t just give you an answer off the top of his head. He is never superficial. He doesn’t make guesses or estimates. He gets to the core of the matter, looks at every aspect, both in and out of the box, and then he gets back to you. All in a timely manner. You feel that your trust is well placed and I have seen sceptical and worried clients literally take a sigh of relief. We certainly did when he came on board to assist us in a very complicated start-up in partnership with a well-known Italian bank. Nicola is a business partner, not just a lawyer and, with an eye on costs in a fast evolving environment, I don’t think one could ask for more.’

‘The team has really strong technical skills. They are fast in the cooperation with the company and able to understand relevant business topic in order to advice the proper solution in case of legal issues.’

‘The team is very close-knit and aligned to the needs of the client.’

‘Proactivity, goal oriented, realism.’

‘Competence, availability, precision, speed in the fulfillment of requests.’

‘We are an English (Australian) organisation and although I speak Italian we often use English to converse. We also ensure that we write documents in English and Italian so that the parent company can have full transparency. The lawyer I use a B&B for Employment contracts and question has an excellent comprehension and expression of English. WE have an odd staff structure with Italian and Australian staff thus to maintain fairness and transparency they need to appreciate to strange organization we run. We stretch Italian law and often provide generous compensation be if financially or leave, B&B understand and assist’

‘The team is highly experienced, with a strong know-how and high capability in various areas with legal implications: labour, taxation, regulatory and pharma environment. The team is fast and highly precise in giving advice and support.’

‘Availability and speed of response.’

‘Cristiano Pambianchi – excellent support, always available, ability to craft messaging for a non-Italian lawyer and stakeholders from rest of world.’

‘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.’

‘Continuos full assistance’

‘Working with LCA Studio Legale was seamless. They swiftly adapted to our internal requirements in terms of supplier qualification and billing. The advice provided was clear and solid.’

‘Ranieri Romani is a brilliant and experienced litigator.’

‘The firm’s strengths are: availability, competence, preparation and consultancy always pragmatic and focused on the individual companies.’

‘We have been working with Boris Martella for a few years, and it is a consolidated relationship of mutual trust and esteem. What distinguishes it, in addition to the preparation, which we take for granted, is the ability to always understand the needs of companies, and to always find a solution tailored to the individual case.’

‘An extremely well-trained, professional and daily support law firm for our shipping company.’

‘Our main contact is Boris Martella, who is extremely knowledgeable in his sector and is always very helpful; it can be said that after several years of collaboration, the relationship with him has become fundamental and necessary.’

‘We are working with Boris Martella from the Milan team. Extremely professional, very helpful. Very quick. Interpretation of the Italian law is very complicated. We always received best advice from him.’

‘Responsive, straight to the point, very knowledgeable.’

‘Giuliana Caira has assisted with a complex cross-jurisdictional issue as well as litigation matters in a calm, outcome-focused manner.’

‘Cristina del Pezzo di Caianello is just amazing to work with – always available, shares information and knowledge in a very clear and understandable way. She makes the client feel secure and safe.’

‘Impressive technology, great organisational skills. The team is extremely responsive and proactive.’

‘Well connected team enabling coordinated approach across countries in Europe.’

‘The key contribution that the lawyer Enrico Del Guerra is able to provide is mainly linked to his ability to always clearly provide the different scenarios on the action plans that can be undertaken, providing even the less experienced interlocutor with a clear picture of the pros and cons with respect to the different choices. He always manages to have a very corporate point of view and understands well the internal organizational dynamics of a large group like us.’

‘I work with Mr. Enrico Del Guerra, he is a very professional and capable partner, for his deep technical/legal knowledge and for his customer proximity and flexible and opened approach, always available, and strongly able to understand the need of his customer and to suggest the best solution/option to manage the employment dossiers.’

‘Very reliable, professional team, that provide ‘seniority’ along with willingness to explore and finish everything, leaving nothing to be addressed.’

‘We received a fast and appropriate support to face any problem arising during the development of the operations we had to pursue. High level of competency throughout different aspects of the same issue led to a complete success of operations conveyed. Complete availability on a 24/7 basis is a crucial in a multinational environment.’

‘Competency, quickness, team spirit, fast understanding of the specific needs of the Company created the condition for a proactive developing of the right strategy. Scrupulousness in any aspects provided solid and consistent support’

‘I always got clear, quick, precise answers, at any time, even late in the evening. I deal with human resources, so I have had Enrico Del Guerra and Enrico Banchero as contact persons in the firm. Their advice has enabled us to solve often very complex problems in the best possible way.’

‘Lawyers Del Guerra and Banchero, with their many years of experience, know how to quickly interpret and make concrete any action that our company wants to take or needs to take in the areas of trade unions, labour law and safety.’

‘The team is able to provide timely and precise advice in a wide range of Italian employment law issues.’

‘Counsel Andrea Scarpellini is extremely committed to his clients, being able to meet any deadline and to quickly provide high quality advice.’

‘Collaboration in a solution-oriented and pragmatic approach.’

‘Easy to access. Competence and freshness in the approach.’

‘Has a wide overview on different legal areas and ability to connect different perspectives.’

‘Very proactive and competent team. They know the business and can consult accordingly’.

‘Andrea Scarpellini is an excellent counsel.’

‘The lawyers who compose the team, which I have known for more ten years, are a great team of professional experts in law. They are always up-to-date, quick in responses and every time I need them, they are available and able to find a solution. They are also very good in court.’

‘I know and work with Alessandra Maniglio since 2009. She is the most skilled in the art of law, negotiation and she has relevant experience in her work. She has a great wit, she is very smart in solution, finding the best solution always. She closes a negotiation with best position for her clients, even when they (clients) have maked some mistakes.’

‘We find Ivana Azzolini outstanding because of her balance between high standing (in skills, experience) and great simplicity (in relationship and explanations). She is the perfect mix between reliability, effectiveness and empathy that makes her a trustworthy partner to us.’

‘Deloitte Legal Team S.t.A. r.l. S.B. are experts in labour law.’

‘Mr. Andrea Bonanni Caione, from Deloitte Legal Team, is a very kind and competent lawyer. His grate experience in labour cases allows our company to have a sure reference point for any labour issues. His strengths are kindness, rapidity and accuracy in replying.’

‘The team supports our company in all labour matters with great professionality, availability and commitment.’

‘They are a very knowledgeable, trusted and diverse team of lawyers, assisted by a smart administrative staff. What I value more is their availability and speed whenever I need their support, as well as their understanding of how multinational companies work, which makes them capable give effective advice that take into account not only the legal aspects of an issue but also our internal processes and constraints.’

‘I work mainly with Mrs. Alessandra Maniglio, partner of the firm, who is an exceptional lawyer from any viewpoint. She is very business-oriented, and capable to not only focus on the issue at stake but also to have a holistic approach, which is extremely valuable for company management to take decisions.’

‘The team is very efficient, always available and quick to respond. Their opinions are always focused a precise.’

‘Very professional people. Very competent’

‘I appreciated the capacity to be clear and supportive in any situation. Not having a strong legal background, K&L Gates partners were for me a valuable support and they were different from others, in their way of explaining, in evaluating together possible scenarios and solutions- I felt that we were a team.’

‘A unique ability to assist international clients to navigate the complex world of Italian labor and employment law. The team finds solutions and adds value.’

‘Roberto Podda is an excellent lawyer who delivers.’

‘The team is extremely competent and very well-prepared on labour issues. Readily available when the issue arises, hence you know that you can count on them at any time. they always want to go deep in the issue, understand all aspects before giving their recommendations. They always offer the solution or different professional solutions to the problem rapidly.’

‘Very helpful team that leaves nothing to chance.’

‘Mr Scofferi always investigates every aspect of the problem, offering the different solutions to the customer.’

‘The team is skilled, experienced, well-organised, and always available for advice.’

‘The individuals I dealt with have always been willing to help me and advised me to handle critical situations in the best way. They are professional, skilled, and always up to date on the latest law and regulation developments.’

‘The team is always open and at our disposal (considering their agendas). They know our needs and understand our environment in order to adapt the answer we need to have in line with our business’ needs. They are very prepared! I highly recommend them!’

‘The team is very efficient and cost-effective.’

‘Adv. De Palma shows a particular ability to understand the client’s need.’

‘Collaborative, available to discuss (also in relation to invoices and fees).’

‘I was introduced to Andrea Gangemi who is a partner at Portolano Cavallo in helping to resolve a dispute with a few former employees in our Italy office. Andrea has always been super efficient, available and so knowledgeable about Italian law. I work in the US and have limited understanding but in working with him and the team, I can assure you they are top notch!’

‘Andrea and the team are always available to assist us with any outside counsel. They are personable, knowledgeable and efficient.’

‘Andrea Gangemi is a trusted adviser. His responsiveness is second to none. He is also careful not to spent unnecessary time on a matter and is happy to give advice either by email or over the phone to clients.’

‘The employment team at PC is very responsive, adept at understanding our requested advice, and provides timely, actionable advice.’

‘It is a pleasure to work with Andrea Gangemi and Tabita Costantino. They are professional, direct and concise in their guidance, and patient with our questions which I’m sure often reflect the newness of our operations in Italy.’

‘They have a sound understanding of the law and provide practical insights into how to address legal issues’

‘We deal with Andrea who is super practical, available and hugely helpful.’

‘Continuous care for the client, professional advice made clear to non-experts’

‘Complete and clear guidance all along the process’

‘Well prepared. Diligent. Reactive.’

‘Giuseppe Bulgarini D’Elci – extremely well prepared and an excellent negotiator in disputes’