Gatti Pavesi Bianchi Ludovici > Milan, Italy > Firm Profile

‘Great diversity and collaboration.’

‘Very competent and organised firm.’

‘Systemic approach and thorough analysis.’

‘Vanessa Sobrero is an excellent professional with great experience and knowledge of the dynamics of listed and prospective companies. One of the best capital markets lawyers around.’

‘The commercial, corporate and M&A practice is highly recommended for its great expertise. The team of professionals is not only highly competent but also well-organised and approachable. Their exceptional negotiation skills, even with particularly challenging counterparts, and their legal acumen, which allows them to anticipate potentially critical issues, are particularly noteworthy.’

‘Maria Cristina Storchi is an extraordinarily competent and dedicated lawyer, capable of handling the most complex situations and negotiating with counterparties in a firm but collaborative manner.’

‘Maria Cristina Storchi – particularly noteworthy is the way she maintains the relationship with the client, agreeing step by step on the strategy and providing valuable advice and suggestions.’

‘Maria Cristina Storchi consistently proves to be a true asset for the client, going far beyond mere technical evaluations, which are impeccable in any case.’

‘Andrea Giardino stands out – he brilliantly coordinates his team, but is always on the front line in the most important and delicate phases of operations’.

‘Franco Barucci is always available and ready to provide advice while looking for the best solution – ready to fight if necessary.’

‘Riccardo Salerno is a distinguished partner who supports companies with experience, competence, and authority. Great availability and exceptional problem-solving skills, even in very complex negotiation situations.’

‘A special mention to Federico Cenzi Venezze, whose combination of commitment, intelligence, tact and 360° legal expertise is hard to match.’

‘The firm is flexible, and capable of handling both large transactions and smaller transactions where privately-owned companies require a different posture and more flexibility overall.’

‘The firm possesses both corporate law and tax expertise, which is helpful in private equity transactions.’

‘Ability to work with flexibility across different legal structures and instruments.’

‘The team is extremely competent – supports the client at each step of a private equity transaction, not only from a legal perspective but also from a commercial point of view.’

‘Great ability to understand clients’ needs and to negotiate.’

‘The team members provide excellent assistance, not only to the client itself but also to the other advisors involved in the transaction. They are excellent negotiators, who are always on time and available at any time of the day.’

‘Giuseppe Toia is a strong professional who is highly competent – always available to go the last mile, even in transactions that do not necessarily follow a well-planned path.’

‘Marco Malesci is the rising star of the team. He handles the process with perfection and has a deep knowledge of laws and the financial mechanics of a private equity deal. He also has a rare commercial approach to counterparties, which facilitates negotiations and the positive conclusion of the same.’

‘They are truly international and a perfect hub for people who need legal administrative support in Italy. Super availability.’

‘A highly efficient law firm with deep knowledge of every aspect of tax law. They combine the delivery of top-tier professional services with competitive market prices.’

‘Strong 360° knowledge of tax regulations and the ability to connect the different risks and benefits. Strong ability to provide practical solutions without neglecting any negotiation aspects when third parties are involved.’

‘Excellent ability to manage internationally-connected teams. Continuous updating and strengthening through the hiring of specific resources.’

‘Paolo Ludovici and Loredana Conidi – the ability to provide effective and efficient solutions in a timely manner, taking into account regulatory contexts, the parties involved and negotiation aspects.’

‘Paolo Ludovici and Pietro Bricchetto are highly appreciated for their ability to understand business and the specific needs of clients, thanks to their proven competence and creation of synergies across the various expertise areas of the firm.’

‘Pietro Brichetto is very knowledgeable, responsive and proactive, and has a great understanding of clients’ business. Furthermore, he is great for his VAT knowledge, as well as his ability to satisfy clients’ needs.’

‘Michele Aprile is an exceptionally-efficient professional, who is fully committed to client management and the fulfilment of clients’ needs. In addition to possessing extensive knowledge of tax law, he is also approachable and adept at managing highly complex transactions.’

‘Undoubtedly one of the best teams in the market, with extremely talented, integrated and dedicated professionals. Associates and trainees in the group are top-tier level as well.’

‘This practice is made up of highly skilled professionals who are experts in their respective fields. They cherish efficiency and quality, and provide a good service.’

‘Andrea Novarese is a true expert, giving clients the best solutions. He is an incredible lawyer who is very skilled – great knowledge of the market and huge experience in borrower-side banking and finance practice.’

‘Andrea Novarese and his team have excellent preparation skills and the ability to simplify complex issues.’

‘Andrea Limongelli stands out for his high-level technical competence, maximum availability and proactivity.’

‘Tiziana Germinario is an extremely-talented lawyer and her approach with clients and counterparties is the perfect balance of legal and commercial advice – calm, but assertive where needed.’

‘Tiziana Germinario is professionally outstanding. Her competence in ESG finance is also absolutely remarkable.’

‘Tiziana Germinario is a great group leader and an absolutely reliable and adequate point of contact for clients.’

‘Extremely proactive and pragmatic approach with very good technical skills.’

‘Out-of-the-box thinking, great dedication and excellent service.’

‘Great knowledge and approachability.’

‘Professional team with unique problem-solving skills.’

‘Raffaele Sansone is a very talented partner – always hands-on and with very good experience.’

‘Raffaele Sansone is knowledgeable, committed and very entrepreneurial.’

‘Raffaele Sansone, in particular, is among the youngest and brightest talents in the fund management and capital markets industry in Italy.’

‘Raffaele Sansone is one of the brightest lawyers around.’

‘Very high standards, strong real estate team, excellent collaboration, efficient.’

‘Rocco Ferrari stands out not only in terms of specialist skills but also in terms of proactive attitude in negotiations, efficiency and problem-solving capabilities.’

‘Extremely professional and knowledgeable of the real estate sector.’

‘RE practice at GPBL is made up of great professionals and people.’

‘The ability to adapt to every client and counterpart is the greatest strength of the GPBL team, which makes our work easier and smoother.’

‘The real estate team has a really outstanding experience in all aspects of the job. Great negotiation skills and very proactive in finding solutions for asset management-related topics.’

‘All the members of the team are super reactive and it really makes the difference when you need to work with tight deadlines.’

‘Flexible team composed of great professionals with deep industry knowledge.’

‘Availability and ability to bring home negotiations in an efficient and appropriate manner.’

‘The team is very strong as it is composed of many lawyers who are truly qualified, as well as being available and fully committed to meet clients’ needs.’

‘A very complete Italian law firm with great knowledge of Italian law and the Italian market – the team is also very prepared in European and international laws and markets, and it is therefore is able to provide full assistance on both Italian and international transactions.’

‘Working with Marc-Alexandre Courtejoie and his team is an excellent work experience. High-level professionalism and the ability to solve complex legal issues in a simple and streamlined way.’

‘Andrea Novarese and Tiziana Germinario have longstanding experience in the banking sector and very robust technical backgrounds. They are both always fully operational and committed to transactions.’

‘Tiziana Germinario is consistently engaged, responsive and efficient in her interactions with clients. She quickly understands the legal risks, and is thorough and practical in finding solutions.’

‘Tiziana Germinario has remarkable leadership skills and the ability to coordinate a relatively young but already consolidated team.’

‘Great boutique firm, with key practices and a strong presence in the M&A field.’

‘I have found Paola Tradati to be accurate, reliable, very quick, and a provider of solid, practical, and sensible advice.’

‘GPBL Employment Team stands out for their exceptional professionalism and deep expertise.’

‘One of Nicola’s standout qualities is his ability to communicate complex legal concepts in a clear and understandable manner.’

‘Their competence, knowledge, and approach have been at a very high level and much appreciated by our company.’

‘Nicola Bonante is an outstanding and unique lawyer; he has a huge knowledge of employment laws and regulations, but he also has deep competence in commercial and civil law.’

‘The firm provides an excellent professional service, with professionals of high standing and expertise.’

‘Availability, competence, high-level support, and prompt responses in emergencies are the best qualities of Nicola Bonante and Paola Tradati.’

‘Filippo Arena is a high-level professional with strong experience and a deep dedication to the client.’

‘The firm has outstanding technical skills and a strong ability to handle complex and sophisticated matters. It offers excellent quality and good responsiveness.’

‘Filippo Arena is a true expert, giving clients the best solutions. He is an incredible lawyer who is very skilled with great knowledge of the market.’

‘High responsiveness and collaboration, outstanding specialization and experience.’

‘Stefano Grassani is a remarkably qualified and collaborative lawyer.’

‘Team is composed of very experienced lawyers who handle matters and do not simply refer them to juniors. This is what for us makes a hell of a difference.’

‘Stefano Grassani combines superb knowledge with a very pragmatic approach; he knows a lot about the industry and is always keen in trying to give advice which is specific to our needs not just theoretical.’

‘The firm provides top quality personalized assistance in antitrust, regulatory, compliance and commercial matters in the energy sector.’

‘With the lateral hire of Andrea Novarese and his whole team, the firm has made a huge jump in the quality of restructuring/insolvency, complementing its present offer.’

‘Andrea Novarese is a clear leader, with excellent market perception and relationships.’

‘The people I work with in my activities are characterized by a high level of technical expertise in their individual disciplines.’

‘GBPL’s restructuring team has been enforced by the appointment of Andrea Novarese and his team. They are outstanding professionals and they are able to support clients constantly.’

‘Cosimo Birtolo is an outstanding professional and he is able to support clients in every kind of task, providing them with clever ideas.’

‘Nice people to deal with, confrontational without exaggerating.’

‘Luca Faustini is an outstanding restructuring lawyer; he knows all the pitfalls of his specialization, is technically impressive, very capable at handling complex matters and coping with a number of counterparties at the same time.’

‘The restructuring team is proactive, aimed at finding solutions not only legally but also financially, offering the client comprehensive support and leading the negotiations, trying to avoid bottlenecks.’