Avv Massimo Sterpi > Gianni & Origoni > Rome, Italy > Lawyer Profile

With ‘excellence and professionalism’, Gianni & Origoni‘s team supports clients in transactional and contentious matters, with particular strength in assisting telecoms companies with acquisitions. The firm also advises clients on competition matters related to M&A transactions, representing clients in appeals when necessary. It also possesses expertise in issues surrounding the media sector, advising service and content providers, network operators and ISPs. Based in Rome, Massimo Sterpi advises on the use of generative AI. Within the Rome team, Stefano Mele advises on privacy and cybersecurity, with experience in crisis management following cyber attacks. ‘Undoubtedly one of the best lawyers in Italy specialised in IP’, the Milan-based Luca Rinaldi is well-versed in copyright matters and the acquisition and distribution of TV rights.

The intellectual property practice at Gianni & Origoni is routinely tapped by heavyweights of the art, luxury, fashion, and other consumer sectors, as well as media, entertainment, sport and telecoms, to provide advice on a range of IP matters. The group is well-versed in assisting clients with the IP aspects of multijurisdictional transactions and M&A, navigating the implementation of AI, negotiating commercial agreements, and representing clients in various litigious matters. ‘Renowned expert’ Massimo Sterpi is an art law specialist with notable experience in IP-centric disputes in the art world. He leads the department and is also recognised for his experience advising clients in the sports sector. Another key name is Nino Di Bella, whose practice encompasses software and emerging tech such as gen-AI, cryptocurrencies, robotics, and virtual realities, an area where Raffaello Stefano De Marco is also highly experienced. Francesca Fosson is another name to note.