The Legal 500 > Europe, Middle East & Africa > Italy > Industry focus: TMT

‘In my opinion, what makes this practice unique is its competence, its availability to give immediate feedback and its business-oriented stance. Paolo Galli is very smart and competent.’

‘Baker has an extremely solid, well-established and well-known TMT practice, that can provide advice on more traditional fields (e.g. data privacy) as well as on emerging technologies (e.g. blockchain and artificial intelligence). The team is very responsive, with great availability even on very short notice and in emergencies. Opinions are always very well-structured and easy to read for a business stakeholder.’

‘Andrea Mezzetti is a very talented professional. He is reliable, solid, strong, with an extraordinary business acumen and problem-solving approach. He has a very clear and effective communication style allowing him to be easy to understand for business stakeholders.’

‘Exceptional know-how, multi-aspect thinking, on-time availability, great collaborative spirit, great understanding of non-legal aspects of technical topics we have worked together on. Overall, they are very nice people I always want to work with.’

‘Very cordial, easy to talk to, always available for calls or queries. Andrea Mezzetti and Roberto Cursano have provided me with spot-on advice, and a high level of engagement and professionalism.’

‘The team has outstanding knowledge of the topics, and they provide a reliable and quick legal opinion, tailor-made to the needs of the specific customer.’

‘Raffaele Giarda is characterized by an outstanding knowledge of the topic and how to fit said knowledge to the need of the customer, on top of a very professional and pleasant personality. Andrea Mezzetti is very reliable with a deep knowledge of the topics and coordinated for us a very broad and comprehensive project worldwide with incredible results.’

‘A comprehensive one-stop shop for legal assistance to a multinational company. Deep knowledge of TMT industry; striving for innovation and using new technology to provide value to customers (GDPR, legal tech blogs, chatbots).’ 

‘Alessandro Boso Caretta has a deep knowledge of the telco sector from a TMT/antitrust/regulation perspective, allowing him to provide very valuable advice.’

‘Always available. Great attitude in finding concrete and effective solutions.‘

‘Competence, constant innovation and understanding of customer needs. The DLA law firm has many valuable years of experience in the telecoms sector and is able to combine knowledge of legal aspects with that of regulatory aspects. It is also a firm which is very attentive to collaboration with the company’s internal lawyers, and is able to give answers and feedback in a very short time while ensuring a high standard of quality.’

‘Alessandro Boso Caretta manages the team composed of Bice Di Sano and Massimo d’Andrea in an efficient and effective manner. He is now one of the leading experts on the legal and regulatory aspects of the telecoms sector.‘

‘Bice di Sano: combines profound competence with great care for the relationship with the customer.’

‘Massimo D’Andrea: despite his young age he is already in possession of a recognized competence in the field of telecoms and media. Great ability in drafting legal proceedings that are particularly clear and effective.’

‘Alessandro Boso Caretta: competence, professionalism, ethics, vision.‘

‘The TMT department stands out for its capacity to understand the request immediately. They are incredibly knowledgeable in IT/TMT matters and very quick to reply. They know the market and the business very well, and are able to identify business-oriented solutions to legal issues. Marco Berliri, the head of the IT/TMT team, is an outstanding professional. He is always available even at short notice, up-to-date and clever, very business-oriented, quick to reply. He has a deep knowledge of the TMT world both from a business and a legal standpoint, on both national and international issues. Alberto Bellan, senior associate in the IT/TMT team, is a passionate litigator and also an academic. He is very curious and always up to date with the most recent developments of law in the IT world. Paola La Gumina, counsel in the IT/TMT team, is one of the first lawyers in Italy to have specialized on TMT matters, and has a deep knowledge of the market and of the many legal issues that it has attracted down the years. She delivers precise and full advice, making complex matters easy to solve.’

‘The team has an extensive experience in ISP liability matters. All members of the team are very dedicated to the client. Marco Berliri and Alberto Bellan are exceptional practitioners. They are very knowledgeable and reliable and always strive to give a creative solution and outlook on legal issues.’

‘The Portolano Cavallo team has specific competence in the TMT sector, which I consider unique among the law firms. In addition, its assistance is a model of absolute excellence, thanks to its responsiveness, speed and punctuality and, above all, its ability to respond to questions and problems of a legal nature according to the customer’s business wishes.’

‘A very dynamic and strong boutique, and a leader in the media industry with a particular focus on innovation. Francesco Portolano combines broad legal experience with a unique commercial acumen. Ernesto Apa is a guru in the media sector.’

‘A fantastic, clear, responsive team, providing pragmatic advice within demanding time frames. Ernesto Apa always gives top-quality advice.‘

‘They have an in-depth knowledge of each and every aspect of the media industry and are able to quickly understand the specific needs of the client, focus on them and tailor the service case by case. As a result, their assistance is time saving and cost-efficient. Ernesto Apa is very well known in the industry both for his professional and personal skills. He has an amazing capacity to understand his clients’ needs, and also suggest and support when assessing the impact on business of any new law or decision.‘

‘One of the few full-service media/entertainment firms on the market. Ernesto Apa has a truly unique combination of skills and assets: extensive academic knowledge, a practical business-oriented mindset. He always delivers and goes beyond.’

‘Domenico Colella is exceptional at negotiating. He combines deep market knowledge and technical/legal skills.‘

‘Always available, 24/7, very professional and strongly skilled. Fabrizio Sanna is an outstanding lawyer, always available to solve a problem, very skilled and professional with an extensive experience and personal knowledge of the law. He is brilliant and innovative, smart and precise, reliable and trustworthy. I’ve never worked with anyone more efficient!‘

‘The Dentons team has a very efficient approach to dealing with issues. The other element that distinguishes the TMT team is the importance of the human relationship that allows them to work in complete harmony with the client.‘

‘Giangiacomo Olivi: for the great competence he demonstrates, the human depth and the simplicity in explaining and resolving the matters.’

‘The professionalism and comprehensiveness of assistance are certainly the key points of this study. The whole team is diligent and at the complete disposal of the customer at all times. The assistance is complete and professional, and the cordiality makes everything pleasant and satisfying. The competence demonstrated by lawyers Giangiacomo Olivi, Saverio Cavalcanti and Valeria Schiavo is unlikely to be found in other firms of equal importance and size.‘

‘They are very well-organized, they have a great know-how of the industry, and they always provide their services in a timely manner. Chiara Della Casa has a very deep knowledge of Italian cinema law and always updates us about relevant changes. She and Antonio Bernardini are both professional and competent, and they are always willing to give their advice in a timely manner. We very much appreciate their assistance.‘

‘A very good team. They combine competition law expertise with regulatory knowledge, both on transactional matters and litigation. They provide quick and effective advice. Italo De Feo and counsel Matia Campo are easy to work with and have strong technical skills.’

‘Emilio Battaglia provides timely advice and smart solutions with a pragmatic approach. Isabella Fortunato provides high-quality assistance in criminal court for managers and deeply competent advice and opinions. Marisa Pellegrino provides assistance on compliance topics and company law with accuracy and fast feedback.‘

‘Effective project planning, exhaustive answers, in-depth approach to problems, responsiveness, specific knowledge, complete feedback.‘

‘The quality of the lawyers is very good. In particular, the work of Luca Bolognini is outstanding. They are all not only very competent in data protection matters, but also extremely accurate and careful in understanding the client’s needs. Moreover, response times are very fast and the advice is always precise. Luca Bolognini, one of the founding partners, has demonstrated capabilities to deal with very complex privacy contexts, also involving cross-border considerations, always advising in an accurate and business-sensitive manner.’

‘Excellent competence and specific knowledge of the subject, as well as in relation to other legal aspects concerning the business activity. Maximum availability and responsiveness to requests. Preparation and experience very often stimulate new solutions.’

‘Excellent practical approach,  giving concrete answers and solutions adaptable to the business reality. They certainly demonstrate a high degree of competence and knowledge of the subject combined with the ability to find a language suitable for the client.’

‘The firm specialises in IT and information security issues. It is able to offer qualified assistance also thanks to the collaboration of various technical consultants who work in synergy with the study. Paolo Balboni has a recognized expertise, also at international level, in the sector. Nicola Franchetto has a practical but high added-value approach.‘

‘The most important quality of the Legance Team in the TMT sector is the ability to reach the expected goal. The team is extremely helpful planning legal solutions and strategies that also take into account our business needs. They are reliable and possess a high level of quality. In addition, Legance combines a deep knowledge of the TLC sector with a strong comprehension of the technical aspects of the company’s activity.’

‘Valerio Mosca, the team head, has a deep knowledge of the TLC sector (also from a technical standpoint), and his work is characterized by the quality of advice, and by his understanding of the business needs of the company.’

‘A very reliable firm with a highly professional and practical approach, very good quality and reasonable prices. I like how Giorgio Mondini and Fabio Ghiretti approach the matters, their capacity to find solutions and the useful meetings we always have on the cases we entrust to them.’

‘The firm takes advantage of the extensive experience in the field of its leader, Giorgio Mondini, and of the enthusiasm and capacities of a group of younger lawyers led by Mr Fabio Ghiretti. In my opinion, they provide the right mix of experience and innovativeness that is needed in current times to face the challenges coming from TMT.‘

‘Giorgio Mondini stands out for his experience in the area of copyright law, which he masters from the height of a long term practice and intellectual curiosity. Fabio Ghiretti is an enthusiast, who actually enjoys learning about technological developments and elaborating on their legal implications. Francesca Milani is a young lawyer that stands out for dedication, readiness, and capacity.’

‘Unique in-depth knowledge of Italian and EU Copyright Law. The team is very experienced with excellent client responsiveness and creative solutions. Giorgio Mondini is an excellent litigator and consultant on all types of IP matters. He brings a personal touch to client relations. Sylvia Mondini and Anna Carabelli are also very good IP lawyers.’

‘Historically, the firm has always been at the forefront of the technological evolution of this sector and this allows us to always find the correct and up-to-date answer. The team of people has the right mix of people with strong legal experience and people with strong knowledge of new technologies.’

‘Silvia Mondini has a great knowledge of the market both from a legal and technological point of view and this makes it unique compared to other firms which, with the same legal skills, were not equally prepared on the technological dimension.’

‘Nctm is extremely responsive to customer needs, and has speed and quality like few other firms. Vittorio Noseda is one of the best lawyers I know. An excellent lawyer, he knows how to grasp the needs of customers immediately.‘

‘Nctm is very strong in TelCo network related issues, with a proven track record and ability to manage complexity around aspects of technology. Vittorio Noseda has a unique ability to combine strategic advice with strong technical background. Carlo Grignani as well.‘

‘In general, we saw that tax and legal teams at Nctm worked closely and in a highly coordinated way, creating value for clients and reducing complexities as a one-stop-shop firm should do. It is also worth mentioning the excellent value for money. Carlo Grignani has a quick and deep understanding of the complex technological background of our project, and shows a strong knowledge of the IT and media sector. His outstanding technical competence, proactive approach, extremely focused advice, clever support in the strategic decision-taking process and, last but not least, friendly and amicable approach, are all elements of Carlo and Nctm team’s first class service provision.  Federico Trutalli is well known for his concrete approach in solving complex tax issues. He often works on tax matters relating to TMT.’

‘High competence, experience, speed and availability. Experienced, available and very competent professionals.’

‘I believe this practice is equipped with experienced and talented attorneys, with both professional and human qualities. Each time, we received efficient support within a short time frame. The expertise of this practice, not only in IP subjects, is unquestionable. Everyone at Trevisan & Cuonzo is talented, displaying serious professionalism and proficiency.‘

‘Daniela Ampollini stands out from the crowd, thanks to her expertise, skills and accuracy. Her legal support is and has been fundamental. Furthermore, each meeting with her has been a development opportunity for everyone in our company.’