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Italy > Industry focus: Food Tier 1
LCA Studio Legale‘s dedicated food department advises clients along the entire agri-food lifecycle. Multinational and national food FMCG companies and agri-businesses regularly instruct the firm on regulatory and compliance matters, as well as corporate and M&A transactions within the food industry. Spearheading the team, Nicola Lucifero advises on competition, IP and consumer protection law.Practice head(s):
Nicola Lucifero
Testimonials
‘The LCA food team is able to provide resilient and tailor-made support to food companies. We are highly satisfied with the quality of the services we are given by LCA and we recommend them strongly.’
‘Nicola Lucifero is a true master of the matter. He always ensures deep analysis and thorough advice, aiming at the best protection of the client.’
‘Extremely competent and reactive team. Always ready to accept innovative challenges and to support clients in their strategies by directing them towards the correct legislative tracks.’
‘A note of merit for competence and availability goes to Nicola Lucifero.’
‘The knowledge of the industry and the extensive experience of the team allow discussion and the implementation of complex and effective deal’ architectures.’
‘I’ve worked with Nicola Lucifero and I believe he’s the top expert in Italy on food law.’
Key clients
Alfrus S.r.l.
Artsana S.p.A.
Biscuits Bouvard S.A.S
Bonduelle Italia S.r.l.
Consorzio Agrario Terrepadane
Deebee’s Organics Inc.
Del Monte Italy S.r.l.
Distilleria Deta S.r.l.
Erika Eis
Fitimex S.p.A.
Frantoio del Monte Pisano S.r.l.
Hana Group Italia S.r.l.
Heinz Italia Spa
Italian Private Opportunities S.p.A.
Kellogg’s
Kraft Heinz
Pinsami S.r.l.
Qodeup S.r.l.
Refresco
Relius
Work highlights
- Assisted Newlat Food S.p.A. in its entry into an agreement for the £700 million acquisition of UK-based Princes Group from Mitsubishi Corporation.
- Defended Alfrus S.r.l., operating in the dried fruit industry, in administrative litigation by challenging a series of administrative orders officially blocking containers of food arriving from California for food safety reasons.
- Advising Icat Food S.p.A. on updating of the Organizational Model under Legislative Decree no 231/2001.
Italy > Genoa: leading firms Tier 2
LCA Studio Legale is proficient in a host of practice areas including shipping and logistics, commercial, corporate, and M&A, and capital markets. The Genoa practice is led by Benedetto Lonato, Riccardo Massimilla, and Davide Magnolia . Lonato focuses on national and cross-border M&A and other corporate and commercial matters. Massimilla is also experienced in M&A and corporate governance as well as investment and finance. Magnolia advises on contentious and non-contentious matters in shipping and transportation.Practice head(s):
Benedetto Lonato; Davide Magnolia; Riccardo Massimilla
Other key lawyers:
Giacomo Falsetta
Testimonials
‘The team is really excellent, trustworthy, and a pleasure to work with.’
‘I trust Giacomo Falsetta’s advice and skills, which led over the years to some great successes in court in complex cross-border matters.’
‘Great knowledge of the law.’
‘Quick response.’
‘Great professional skills.’
‘LCA is really skilled and gives quick replies to all legal questions.’
‘The short notice replies make all the difference.’
Key clients
Allcore S.p.A.
Allseas Global Project Logistics Limited
Arim Holding SA
Arras Group S.p.A.
Azimut / Microtech SPA
Bikeflip S.r.l.
Cigisped S.r.l. (Cigisped Group)
Canarbino group, AXPO SPA – Energia Pulita S.r.l. (Buyer)
CBC Holding, Riccardo Donelli, Federico Figini
CNAN Med
Energean Italy S.r.l.
FOS S.p.A.
Impresoft S.p.A. (Clessidra Private Equity Sgr)
Jobson Italia S.p.a.
Marcegaglia Group
MIT SIM S.p.A.
Noisefeed S.r.l.
Palingeo S.p.A.
Planetel S.p.A.
Racing Force S.p.A.
Sweet.CA S.p.A.
Ta-daan S.r.l.
Thermocar S.r.l.
VNE S.p.A.
Xenon Fidec – Fondo per la Decarbonizzazione e l’Economia Circolare Sca Sicav – Raif (Xenon)
XSC Holding S.A’ R.L.
Work highlights
- Advised Impresoft S.p.A. on acquisitions worth more than €115 million, including those of Upgrade S.r.l., OpenCo S.r.l., Syscons S.r.l. and Brain System S.r.l.
- Advised Marcegaglia Carbon Steel S.p.A. on obtaining the 30-year rights to a port concession worth more than €100 million in the port of Ravenna through a tender procedure.
- Represented Cigisped S.r.l., a freight forwarder, in multiple proceedings in Panama City regarding a total loss of a luxury yacht worth €65 million and in Amsterdam proceedings for demurrage, detention, and port costs accrued.
Italy > Industry focus: Luxury goods Tier 2
With ‘precise knowledge of the luxury goods industry’, LCA Studio Legale advises clients across the sector, from fashion houses to producers of luxury wines, watches, perfumes and cars. The firm covers a wide range of matters, including corporate and M&A transactions, IP issues, real estate transactions and dispute resolution. Its team excels in both domestic and cross-border matters. Gianluca De Cristofaro, a specialist in IP and advertising, and Edoardo Calcaterra, who advises on M&A and private equity, spearhead the practice. Simona Passarelli, practising out of Rome, provides ordinary and extraordinary tax advice.Practice head(s):
Gianluca De Cristofaro; Edoardo Calcaterra
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘LCA’s advantage is their precise knowledge of the luxury goods industry and their multidisciplinary response, which is not limited to intellectual property.’
‘They are available, responsive and business-oriented.’
‘Proactive – competent – innovative – business oriented.’
Key clients
Baltimora Studio S.r.l
BTX Italian Retail and Brands Srl
Byredo
Canada Goose Inc
Coccinelle S.p.A.
Dior
ES World Italy S.r.l.
Fendi
Furla S.p.A.
Guerlain
Guess
Kering Eyewear S.p.A.
La Rinascente S.p.A.
Loro Piana S.p.A.
LVMH Italia S.p.A.
Max Mara S.r.l.
New Guards Group
Pangaia
Paris Texas S.r.l.
Prada
Raza Heritage Holdings
SAG S.r.l.
Slowear
Tatuus
Valentino S.p.A.
Zagato
Work highlights
- Assisted Raza Heritage Holdings with its €200 million acquisition of luxury linens maker Edmund Frette S.à r.l. from Change Capital Partners LLP.
- Advised LVMH Italia S.p.A. on the launch of the CircularITALIE project, which will allow LVMH group companies to access a platform of integrated waste management services.
- Representing Valentino in a multi-jurisdictional dispute with an individual over embroidery samples.
Italy > Shipping Tier 2
The eight-strong department at LCA Studio Legale works across the firm’s Milan and Genoa offices. The practice assists carriers, insurance companies, freight forwarders, shipowners, shipyards and port operators on shipping matters (in both Italy and on an international basis). Group head Davide Magnolia’s workload covers seizures, collisions, international commercial law and insurance, along with vessel sales, purchases and chartering; and Giacomo Falsetta advises on maritime and intermodal transport law, as well as port, insurance and international trade law. Providing key support, Carlo Solari advises on maritime law and insurance.Practice head(s):
Davide Magnolia
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘The LCA shipping team is able to give quick replies (even for complex matters).’
‘Their skills and professionalism are really rare.’
‘The LCA shipping team is able to reply to questions promptly and they are deeply skilled in negotiations and legal matters.’
‘The team is always kind and promptly available to give replies.’
‘Strong knowledge of maritime law, precision, and ability to handle high-value matters.’
‘Davide Magnolia and Carlo Solari have the ability to handle claims for the entire transport industry.’
‘Davide Magnolia and Carlo Solari – amazing knowledge and assistance.’
‘Davide Magnolia and Carlo Solari always have the right solution.’
Key clients
Acciai Vender
Allseas Global Project Logistics
Arim Holding
Ashley Road
Bader Nasser Al-Kharafi
Bianchi Group
Bizzi & Partners
Cigisped Group
CMA CGM Italy
CNAN Med
Dario Perioli
Daxel Italy
Energean Italy
Eurogate Tanger Morocco
Rif Line
IFL Spedizioni
Jobson Italia
La Spezia Container Terminal
Marcegaglia Group
Massenza Drilling Rigs
Medcenter Container Terminal
Oceanogate
Pantaenius
Porto Industriale di Cagliari srl in liquidazione
Savona Terminal Auto
Steinweg Handelsweem
Tarros Group
Teddy
Terminal Darsena Toscana
Terminal del Golfo
Thermocar
Work highlights
- Advised Marcegaglia Carbon Steel on obtaining the 30-year rights to a €100m-plus port concession in the port of Ravenna through a tender procedure.
- Representing Cigisped in multi-jurisdictional litigation, following the €65m catastrophic loss of a yacht during unloading in Panama City.
- Advised VC N Promotion Shipping GmbH & Co and VC N Priority Shipping & Co on the $55m sale of two vessels.
Italy > Banking and finance: Bank regulatory Tier 3
In addition to advising Italian and international banks and financial intermediaries, LCA Studio Legale assists electronic money institutions, payment services providers, equity and debt crowdfunding platforms, and alternative investment trusts and funds with structuring and establishing operations in Italy. It also advises on Bank of Italy and CONSOB authorisations. Financial services regulation expert Umberto Piattelli is particularly focused on fintech, while Giancarlo Ranucci's practice includes insurance and reinsurance regulations.Practice head(s):
Umberto Piattelli
Other key lawyers:
Andrea Marani; Giancarlo Ranucci; Sofia Caruso
Testimonials
‘LCA Studio Legale stands out for its knowledge of clients’ business, and its provision of innovative, tailored advice.’
‘LCA adapts to clients’ needs by proposing billing structures that meet their requirements.’
‘Umberto Piattelli is dedicated and always available.’
‘Umberto Piattelli has extensive knowledge of clients’ business and provides tailor-made advice.’
‘Umberto Piattelli has a great team that is a pleasure to work with.’
Key clients
Advantia Bank
Apple
Blender
Brick Up
Buildlenders
Diaman Partners
Ener2Crowd
Folkfunding
Framont & Partners
Leone Investments
October
Olinda
Prepay
Qomodo
Rent 2 Cash
Roots Funding
SFIRS
UBS
Urban Deal
Volkswagen Financial Services
Work highlights
- Assisted Leone Investments with successfully obtaining a licence from CONSOB and the Bank of Italy to operate as a lending crowdfunding service provider under EU Regulations.
- Advising Qomodo on the necessary amendments to its business model, governance and organisational structure, in relation to its application for authorisation as a payment institution.
- Assisting France-based Olinda SAS with the management of the legal issues arising from the provision of payment services in Italy.
Italy > Capital markets: Equity Tier 3
LCA Studio Legale’s equity capital markets practice covers Italian and international IPOs and secondary offerings on both regulated and unregulated markets, along with secondary listings and regulatory compliance advice. It also advises on dual listing processes. The group is co-led by IPO specialist Benedetto Lonato and Andrea Messuti, who ‘always provides a quick solution’. The team further includes Daniele Ferrone, who is particularly focused on equity capital markets transactions.Practice head(s):
Benedetto Lonato; Andrea Messuti
Other key lawyers:
Daniele Ferrone; Giuditta Rege; Edoardo Berni
Testimonials
‘Well-known team that is experienced and has deep knowledge of local markets and business needs.’
‘Great attitude to problem-solving.’
‘Versatile, dynamic, competent and suitable for every size of company.’
‘Competence and professionalism.’
‘Andrea Messuti – professional approach, experience and availability during each deal.’
‘Andrea Messuti has very good knowledge of Italian law – always provides a quick solution to all the issues.’
‘Andrea Messuti delves into problems at 360° and supports clients with the firm’s network of relationships.’
‘Andrea Messuti and Giuditta Rege are always available and ready to respond to clients’ needs.’
Key clients
Banca Intesa
CGN Futuro
Eprcomunicazione
FOS
H-Farm
IDNTT
IMD International Medical Devices
Manelli Impresa
MIT SIM
Nusco
Palingeo
Planetel
Racing Force
Soges Group
VNE
Work highlights
- Advised VNE on the IPO of its shares on Euronext Growth Milan.
- Advised E-Farm and CGN Futuro, as bidders, on a mandatory tender offer for the entire share capital of H-Farm (as a precursor to the de-listing of the target).
- Advised Palingeo on the IPO of its shares and warrants on Euronext Growth Milan.
Italy > Commercial, corporate and M&A Tier 3
LCA Studio Legale fields experts in upper-end and mid-market M&A deals. The practice’s sector expertise encompasses energy, utilities, infrastructure, fashion and cosmetics, as well as financial services, insurance, life sciences, manufacturing, tech, telecoms, and food and beverage. With ‘extensive experience in M&A’, Daniele Bonvicini leads the department alongside M&A and extraordinary transaction expert Vittorio Turinetti di Priero. Leah DunlopPractice head(s):
Daniele Bonvicini; Vittorio Turinetti di Priero
Other key lawyers:
Leah Dunlop; Antonio Di Pasquale; Riccardo Sismondi; Luca Minoli; Roberto de Bonis; Marina Rosito;
Testimonials
‘Senior-level support and attention to detail. An exhaustive and professional focus. Passion and full understanding and representation of clients’ interests. The level of support and availability is impressive!’
‘The legal team stands out for its deep expertise in M&A, combining technical precision with a pragmatic approach to complex transactions. What sets this practice apart is its ability to offer comprehensive legal services across various sectors, providing a one-stop solution for clients.’
‘The team is highly responsive, collaborative, and known for tailoring strategies to meet specific business objectives. Compared to other firms, it excels in delivering a personalised service while maintaining strong commercial awareness.’
‘The firm’s commitment to innovation is evident in its use of technology to streamline processes and enhance client communication, as well as its focus on diversity and inclusion within the team.’
‘Leah Dunlop and Antonio Di Pasquale are the perfect team, bringing everything that clients need for any matter and across all jurisdictions.’
‘Daniele Bonvicini is a highly-regarded professional with extensive experience in M&A. He demonstrates a keen understanding of client needs and consistently provides support with exceptional professionalism and speed. One of the best lawyers around, not only for his technical expertise but also for his ability to connect on a personal level.’
‘Riccardo Sismondi delivers a quality service. Always on top of the deal.’
‘Riccardo Sismondi – highly recommended for his expertise, professionalism and dedication. Clients really appreciate his skills and clear advice on complex legal matters and during the M&A process.’
Key clients
Absolute Energy Capital
Calzaturificio Dema
Canada Goose
Colussi
Covercare
Edison
Europoligrafico
FBS Next
Finspe
IFF Due
Impresoft
Italmobiliare
Kavis Pharma Holding
Kering Eyewear
Mansutti
Medical Technologies and Devices
Newlat Food
Prometea
Qomodo
Raza Heritage Holdings
Shareholders of Aesculapius Farmaceutici
Shareholders of Firstance
Shareholders of Zetacarton
Simtech
Sparkfood Ingredients
Tatuus Racing
Voestalpine
Xenon Fidec
Work highlights
- Advised Newlat Food on the £700m acquisition of UK-based Princes Group from Mitsubishi Corporation.
- Advised Absolute Energy Capital (and its management team) on the transfer of a 95% stake in Absolute Energy to I Squared Capital.
- Advised Raza Heritage Holdings on its €200m acquisition of all the corporate capital of Edmund Frette from Change Capital Partners.
Italy > Compliance Tier 3
LCA Studio Legale advises companies on ongoing regulatory compliance issues, including Decree 231-related crime prevention activities, anti-money laundering regulations, and EU sanctions-related compliance. Maria Sardelli is a corporate liability specialist; Matteo Uslenghi assists several institutions with the adoption of organisational models; and Nicolò Pelanda's compliance practice covers corporate crime prevention, criminal liabilities involving corporate crises, and tax and bankruptcy crimes. The group also includes the ‘very proactive’ Giovanni Morgese, who was promoted to the partnership in January 2025.Practice head(s):
Maria Sardelli; Matteo Uslenghi; Nicolò Pelanda
Other key lawyers:
Giovanni Morgese; Paolo Erik Liedholm
Testimonials
‘The team is very responsive, and always provides high-quality advice, both on compliance and criminal aspects.’
‘Giovanni Morgese personally reviews matters and takes responsibility for all assignments/requests, ensuring the provision of prompt and straight-to-the point advice.’
‘Giovanni Morgese – very proactive in notifying material news, changes in law and updates.’
Key clients
8853
Banca Profilo
Belron Italia
BitSight Technologies
Cebat
Dole Italia
Fincantieri Group
Fintecna (CDP Group
Garofalo Health Care
Interporto Rivers Venezia
Intersistemi Italia
Kering Eyewear
Korian Group
Lighthouse
Medea
MET Energia Italia
Milano Serravalle Milano Tangenziali
Pirelli Group
Pro Recco Waterpolo 1913
Puratos Italia
Sierra Italy
Spezia Calcio
Xnext
Work highlights
- Advising Pica Group on the preparation and implementation of an organisational model.
- Assisting the supervisory body of Kering Eyewear with updating its compliance model.
- Advising Kraft Heinz on compliance matters.
Italy > Data privacy and data protection Tier 3
Acting for Italian and multinational companies, including fashion companies, LCA Studio Legale‘s 11-strong team covers day-to-day data-related advice, privacy by design support, and assistance during cyber incidents. It also advises on data transfers, data-sharing agreements and management, the introduction of new data-driven technologies and services, and interactions with regulators. The department is co-led by Gianluca De Cristofaro, who has notable data protection experience, and the ‘extraordinary’ Giulio Vecchi. Elsa Gentile joined the team from ADVANT Nctm in February 2025.Practice head(s):
Gianluca De Cristofaro; Giulio Vecchi
Testimonials
‘Skilled, well known on the market.’
‘Large and growing team. Professionals who are available and realistic.’
‘LCA is specialised in data protection law, and has excellent experience and knowledge of the main issues of this area.’
‘Giulio Vecchi is extraordinary in providing good-quality advice and up-to-date indications according to best-in-class market standards.’
‘Giulio Vecchi and the team are highly experienced, responsive and pragmatic.’
Key clients
BBVA
Blue SGR
Brum Brum
Coccinelle
Continental
DB Schenker
Doc Generici
Enfinity Global Italy
Exa Infrastructure
Furla
Fondo Strategico Italiano
Gerald Charles
Habacus
H- Farm
Koelliker
Janssen
La Rinascente
Martinelli Ginetto
Microsoft
Newton
Nintendo
Pica
Pikdare
Polynt
Qomodo
Ranger Italy
Saes Getters
Shado
Vyiare Medical
We Are Social
Work highlights
- Serving as data protection officer to Furla, including advising on the data aspects of the implementation of a major digital acceleration project.
- Assisting Coccinelle with the management of new data-sharing processes for its distribution channel throughout Europe and globally, including possible personal data transfers.
- Acting for La Rinascente in relation to a proceeding before the Italian Data Protection Authority, and on the data protection impact assessment of its new Rinascente Card loyalty programme.
Italy > Dispute resolution Tier 3
Able ‘to explain complex questions to different parties from different countries’, LCA Studio Legale advises leading Italian and international clients in construction, infrastructure, healthcare and advertising disputes. As a full-service law firm, it is also well-positioned to assist clients with disputes that raise cross-practice issues. The team is headed by Gian Paolo Coppola, dual-qualified in Italy and the UK, and Luciano Castelli, who assists clients with commercial and corporate litigation. Niccolò Abriani is frequently instructed by large industrial and financial groups, whilst Simone Legnani is an expert in both litigation and arbitration.Practice head(s):
Gian Paolo Coppola; Luciano Castelli
Other key lawyers:
Dario Covucci; Niccolò Abriani; Simone Legnani; Claudia Bosco
Testimonials
‘The team shows responsiveness and the ability to explain complex questions to different parties from different countries.’
‘They have a practical and business-oriented approach.’
‘Luciano Castelli is a very good lawyer with a good combination of experience, business approach and energy to approach and resolve complex matters.’
Key clients
APT S.r.l.
Belron Group
Cannon Group
Casino de La Vallèe S.p.A.
Didofà S.r.l.
GAEA QIAIF ICAV
General Directorate for National Roads and Highways of Poland
Genoa Cricket and Football Club s.p.a.
Marcegaglia Group
Massenza Drilling Rigs S.r.l.
Siram S.p.A.
Snam Rete Gas S.p.A.
THIEA SICAV SIF
Valentino Group
Work highlights
- Defending Progroup Board S.r.l. in a €97 million dispute arising from a preliminary real estate sale agreement with Vitali S.p.A. and its subsequent cancellation.
- Acting for 777 Partners in an arbitration administered by the Milan Chamber of Arbitration brought by 777 Genoa CFC Holdings against Fingiochi.
- Defending Casino de La Vallèe S.p.A. against claims by Elle Claims S.A. seeking over €43.5m of receivables accrued by SITMAR S.p.A. for unpaid hotel/casino rent.
Italy > Industry focus: Energy Tier 3
Praised for its ‘extensive expertise in energy contracts and transactions’, LCA Studio Legale is versed in electricity, gas, and renewables matters. Dario Covucci often handles natural resources litigation, while Leah DunlopPractice head(s):
Dario Covucci; Leah Dunlop
Other key lawyers:
Leonardo De Vecchi; Benedetta Mussini; Antonio Di Pasquale
Testimonials
‘The team is well-balanced in terms of gender, comprising professionals of varying seniority, all with strong backgrounds in the energy practice and related fields.’
‘The team possesses extensive expertise in energy contracts and transactions across the oil and gas and renewables industries.’
‘Dario Covucci is efficient and ready to address challenges associated with the energy-ecological transition. This innovative approach differentiates them from other firms, which often focus on only a subset of legal issues in the energy sector.’
‘Dario Covucci is a brilliant and talented lawyer. He is always prompt, proactive, and reliable, offering efficient solutions and conducting in-depth analyses of complex legal issues. Furthermore, his up-to-date market knowledge enables him to predict transaction developments and identify the best legal options. I also highly regard Leah Dunlop.’
‘Dario Covucci has consistently proven to be competent, efficient, and attentive to client needs.’
‘Dario Covucci is always present and helpful, providing high-quality assistance.’
Key clients
APT S.r.l.
Absolute Energy Capital S.r.l.
Be Charge S.r.l.
Belenergia S.p.A.
Energia Pulita S.r.l
Eni Plenitude S.p.A.
Green Utility S.p.A.
Lendlease S.r.l.
LVMH Italia S.p.A.
Marcegaglia Group
MET Group
Nexta Capital Partners S.r.l.
Otovo S.r.l.
Polynt S.p.A.
Renovit S.p.A.
Siram S.p.A.
Società Benefit
Soly Holding BV
SUN NRG S.r.l.
Tech4Planet S.r.l.
Temix Oleo S.p.A.
Work highlights
- Advised Absolute Energy Capital S.r.l. and its management team on I Squared Capital’s €400 million investment in Absolute Energy.
- Advised Renovit and its subsidiaries on energy efficiency projects designed to modernise buildings and increase sustainability.
- Advised Marcegaglia Specialties and IMAT on drafting engineering contracts and contracts for the installation and supply of photovoltaic systems at various sites.
Italy > Industry focus: Healthcare and life sciences Tier 3
Agostino Migone de Amicis, Andrea Carreri, and Alberto Mocchi all jointly lead the team at LCA Studio Legale, which stands out for handling the full range of issues relating to administrative disputes concerning regional budgets, marketing and reimbursement. The team is also well-equipped to handle supply chain issues and clinical trial agreements. Migone de Amicis is noted for his longstanding experience in the full spectrum of matters concerning clinical trials, while Mocchi is recommended for his strong focus on commercial agreements relating to the licensing, supply, and distribution of pharma products. Leonardo De Vecchi is a key name for regulatory work and public tenders for the supply of medicinal products.Practice head(s):
Agostino Migone de Amicis; Andrea Carreri; Alberto Mocchi
Other key lawyers:
Leonardo De Vecchi; Nicola Maffioletti
Testimonials
‘The team is largely experienced in the industry of healthcare and life science, both from the regulatory, litigation and administrative perspectives.’
‘Alberto Mocchi is an experienced lawyer and has a large panel of references over the healthcare and life science sector.’
‘Very experienced in clinical research and regulatory matters.’
‘I have the pleasure to work with Agostino Migone de Amicis, Very knowledgeable and experienced ’
‘It’s an interactive practice, you can see the various departments have a strong collaboration and this results in a full service for the client that may take advantage of the different profiles and expertise that provide support.’
‘Alberto Mocchi combines a solid knowledge of the industries of his clients, with a can-do approach, at the same time supportive and challenging, provides consultancy offering clear identification of legal requirements, risks, and how to manage business in respect to the applicable legislation.’
‘LCA’s people are great experts in the Life Sciences sector. They propose brilliant and clear strategies for problem-solving, even on complex topics. They work side by side with the client. Their approach is creative and sincere, providing in a short time all the information and all the best suggestions necessary. The results of their work have been enormously satisfactory.’
‘Leonardo De Vecchi is an outstanding litigator before the Administrative Courts and has a deep knowledge of Italian public procurement regulation.’
Key clients
APT S.r.l.
Bausch & Lomb-IOM S.p.a.
Dealfa S.r.l.
Didofà S.r.l.
Extractum Pharma Zrt
Garofalo Health Care S.p.A.
GSK Vaccines S.r.l.
Habilita S.p.A.
Incyte Biosciences Italy S.r.l.
Instrumentation Laboratory S.p.A.
Janssen-Cilag S.p.A.
Med Consulting S.r.l.
Suanfarma S.A.
Novartis Farma S.p.A.
Zentiva Italia S.r.l.
Work highlights
- Advised shareholders of Aesculapius Farmaceutici S.r.l. on the sale of 100% of the corporate capital to AMNOL Chimica Biologica S.r.l. (part of the CERES Pharma group).
- Assisted Cab Polidiagnostico S.r.l. in the sale of a 40% stake in Cab S.r.l. to Lifenet S.r.l.
- Representing Casa di Cura Habilita S.p.A. before the Administrative Court of Piedmont to appeal against the regional budget dedicated to private hospitals and clinics for the healthcare assistance provided to local citizens
Italy > Industry focus: TMT Tier 3
LCA Studio Legale advises companies on IT, media and advertising, with a speciality in gaming, esports, VR and the wider augmented reality sector. The team is experienced in regulations affecting the Italian market, corporate and commercial transactions, IP and data protection. The team is led out of Milan by Giulio Vecchi and Gianluca De Cristofaro. Vecchi specialises in regulatory issues in the media, tech and entertainment sectors, whilst De Cristofaro focuses on IT matters, including software agreements and cybersecurity.Practice head(s):
Giulio Vecchi; Gianluca De Cristofaro
Testimonials
‘The team is well-known and respected by the market for its longstanding presence in this sector.’
‘Giulio Vecchi provides excellent advice with a practical and strategic approach.’
Key clients
Business Integration Partners
Dude
Feltrinelli
Grandi Stazioni Retail
Hic Mobile
Italtel
Nintendo
TIWI
A.I.Gen.
Iliad
Cardo AI
Quarantadue
Shado TV
Sky Italia
The Aimes
Work highlights
- Acting for Impresoft S.p.A. in several transactions including the acquisitions of Upgrade S.r.l., OpenCo S.r.l., Syscons S.r.l. and Brain System S.r.l.
- Advising Hic Mobile regarding advertising regulation, data protection, contractual matters and intellectual property law.
- Assists Italtel S.p.A. on an ongoing basis with regulatory and contractual matters related to the performance of obligations in an agreement with a major wholesale telecommunication company concerning the deployment of broadband networks.
Italy > Intellectual property Tier 3
With fashion and luxury forming the core of LCA Studio Legale’s agile IP practice, the team is also regularly tapped by Italian and foreign clients in the TMT and entertainment, life sciences, and food and beverage industries, among others. Advertising law, disputes, and commercialisation specialist Gianluca De Cristofaro heads the team, while Giulio Vecchi manages the group’s work in the media sector. The team also consists of litigator and filing and prosecution lead Federica Furlan; Miriam Loro Piana, who focuses on art law and software licensing; and Matteo Di Lernia, who is experienced in handling trade marks, design, and competition law disputes.Practice head(s):
Gianluca De Cristofaro
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘The intellectual property practice at LCA is extremely well prepared, hardworking and conscientious. It works cohesively and all members are helpful in handling your case or query super efficiently.’
‘Giulio Vecchi is a very good and helpful lawyer, professional and very knowledgeable. He provides high-quality advice in all intellectual property matters.’
‘Great service and great knowledge in the industries the clients work in.’
‘Proactive, competent, innovative, business-oriented, cost-conscious.’
‘Giulio Vecchi is smart, business oriented, highly skilled, pragmatic and effective.’
Key clients
Alcantara
Audemars Piguet Italia S.p.A.
Bonduelle S.p.A.
Cosmic S.r.l.
Coccinelle
Costa Crociere S.p.A.
Feltrinelli
Furla
Gianni Versace S.r.l.
Golden Goose S.p.A.
Grandi Stazioni Retail S.p.A.
Hic Mobile
Janssen-Cilag S.p.A. (part of Johnson & Johnson)
Kellogg Italia S.p.A
Loro Piana S.p.A.
Max Mara S.r.l.
Mandarina Duck
Moncler S.p.A.
Parfum Christian Dior
Piaggio & C. S.p.A.
Pomellato
Satispay S.p.A.
The Aimes
Trillium Flow Technology Group
Unes Maxi S.p.A.
Valentino S.p.A.
Vyaire Medical Inc. and Vyaire Group GmbH
Volvo Construction Equipment S.p.a.
Work highlights
- Acting for Furla S.p.A. in domain name re-assignation proceedings before the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) involving more than 30 contested domain names comprising the sign “Furla”, which breached Furla’s trade mark.
- Defending Vyaire Medical Inc. and Vyaire Group GmbH against a patent infringement lawsuit brought by Restech S.r.l.
Italy > Private equity Tier 3
LCA Studio Legale‘s practice covers fundraising, buyouts and other investments, along with the creation of investment vehicles. In Milan, Roberto de Bonis advises entrepreneurs, managers and investors on private equity transactions; while Andrea Messuti is ‘a recognised lawyer in the market’. Over in Genoa, Benedetto Lonato assists with LBOs, while Riccardo Massimilla is experienced in private equity transactions in the energy, manufacturing, financial services and oil and gas sectors.Practice head(s):
Roberto de Bonis; Andrea Messuti; Riccardo Massimilla
Other key lawyers:
Benedetto Lonato; Flavia Visco; Luca Minoli; Francesco Buoso
Testimonials
‘The LCA team is very skilled in venture capital and private equity.’
‘A leader in the Italian market, especially venture capital – a pioneer in the market.’
‘Very business-oriented approach in terms of billing structure and use of technology.’
‘High-level competence in complex legal matters. High-level reactiveness to clients’ needs.’
‘High-level quality and availability of partners and associates.’
‘They not only have strong connections but also collaborate with many players in the financial market.’
‘Andrea Messuti is a recognised lawyer in the market – a very strong negotiator who knows the market very well.’
‘Andrea Messuti is a pioneer in venture capital practice in Italy. Very well prepared and skilled in many aspects – not only legal structures, drafting and negotiating, but also in terms of knowledge of business, tech and financial methodology.’
Key clients
Alto Partners SGR
Azimut Libera Impresa SGR
Brick Up
CDP Venture Capital SGR
Cebat
Easy Rain
Europeenne de Participations Industrielles SAS
Formula Impresoft
Flyted
Insay Holding
Marshmallow Games
OXY Capital SGOIC
Qodeup
The Data Appeal Company
Xenon Private Equity Small Caps
Work highlights
- Advised Absolute Energy Capital (and its management) on I Squared Capital’s €400m investment (in exchange for a 95% stake in the company).
- Advised Raza Heritage Holdings on its €200m acquisition of all the corporate capital of Edmund Frette from Change Capital Partners.
- Advised Impresoft on a series of buyouts of IT companies, including that of Ribes Solutions.
Italy > Real estate and construction Tier 3
LCA Studio Legale advises clients across the real estate and construction sector, assisting with development projects, contract negotiation and real estate financing. When necessary, the firm is also experienced in real estate litigation and arbitration. Barbara de Muro leads the team and focuses on property sales and purchases, lease agreements and development transactions. Alessandro Titone was promoted to partner in January 2024, and in April 2024, Orsola Torrani joined the team.Practice head(s):
Barbara de Muro
Other key lawyers:
Benedetta Mussini; Andrea Marani; Giangiacomo Rocco; Carmen Leo
Testimonials
‘LCA welcomes clients in a truly unique environment. The team is always ready to support clients in their choices by highlighting risks and benefits.’
‘Barbara De Muro has always been able to gather around her colleagues not only with the right skills but who are also already very much tuned in.’
‘Barbara De Muro is probably the only lawyer I met during my entire professional life who has always demonstrated a strong capability in understanding any topic from a business management standpoint.’
‘Always available to support any issue with the right level of competence.’
‘Efficient in closeout activities and in managing relationships with other parties.’
‘The firm stands out for innovation (particularly in the realm of AI).’
‘Barbara De Muro gives special care in analysis of the business and in appropriately staffing the teams.’
Key clients
Arborea Living il Belvedere S.r.l.
Bell Group S.r.l.
Bluestone Salomone S.r.l.
CDS Holding S.p.A.
C.M.B. Cooperativa Muratori e Braccianti di Carpi
Furla S.p.A.
Generali Real Estate SGR S.p.A.
Invimit SGR S.p.A.
Lendlease Infrastructure S.r.l.
Maghen Capital S.p.A.
Molino del Ponte
Nhood Service Italy S.p.A.
Progroup Board S.r.l.
Torino Soc. Cons. a r.l.
Work highlights
- Advising Ospedal Grando S.r.l. and Lendlease Infrastructure (Italy) S.p.a. on the €1.15 billion project financing for the design, construction and management of the Cittadella Sanitaria at Treviso Hospital.
- Assisted Academo S.r.l. with the €450 million project financing of the new science campus of the State University of Milan.
- Advised Torino Soc. Cons. S.r.l. on the contract for the €263 million construction of the new headquarters of the Piedmont Region and on subsequent variations.
Italy > Restructuring and insolvency Tier 3
With a team possessing ‘exceptional expertise’ in the sector, LCA Studio Legale is well-versed in a wide range of restructuring and insolvency matters. Members are approached by clients to advise on, and negotiate over, debt restructurings and distressed M&A. The firm is also experienced in extraordinary administration. The team is led by four partners in the Milan office: bankruptcy expert Salvatore Sanzo; Diana Burroni, an advisor on liquidation procedures; Angela Petrosillo, who specialises in arrangements with creditors; and Michele Petriello, who combines knowledge of corporate governance and bankruptcy.Practice head(s):
Salvatore Sanzo; Diana Burroni; Angela Petrosillo; Michele Petriello
Testimonials
‘The foremost quality is the dedication and availability the team gives to the client.’
‘Salvatore Sanzo is knowledgeable, available, experienced and imaginative.’
‘Highly competent and professional team, great attention to the customer, punctual, excellent relational skills, they leave nothing to chance, great availability, determination.’
‘Exceptional expertise of the entire team in the sector. Great experience in managing restructuring operations, even complex, articulated and conflictual. Able to negotiate and integrate with the advisors involved.’
‘Angela Petrosillo is one of the best in the market.’
‘Salvatore Sanzo has great experience and is a great negotiator.’
‘The law firm is very experienced and fast in finding the right solution. Able to follow the course of procedure and suggest the correct course for clients.’
‘Diana Burroni is highly experienced and has a problem-solving approach.’
Key clients
Acciaierie d’Italia S.p.A.
ARGO S.r.l.
Gruppo Inghirami
Impianti Tecnologici S.p.A.
Porto Turistico Internazionale di Rapallo S.p.A.
Valore in Sanità
Work highlights
- Acting for Acciaierie D’Italia S.p.A., the tenant company of the business unit of Ilva S.p.A. in extraordinary administration, in opting out of Ilva’s over €4.2 billion composition with creditors to seek another solution.
- Acting for the Inghirami Group on its €120 million restructuring and renegotiation of bank debts.
- Assisting ARGO S.r.l. with acquiring and fully restructuring the tourist port of Rapallo (Genoa).
Italy > Administrative and public law Tier 4
Its balanced contentious and non-contentious practice sees LCA Studio Legale advise on the full range of administrative law processes and related litigation. Authorisations and public tenders are key focal points, spanning the energy, healthcare and real estate and construction sectors. The practice also boasts a dedicated FDI team, led by Andrea Carreri. Practice head Leonardo De Vecchi advises a diverse roster of public and private-sector clients across the life sciences, food and real estate sectors. Benedetta Mussini is an expert in urban planning, construction and environmental law. Orsola Torrani joined the team in April 2024.Practice head(s):
Leonardo De Vecchi; Benedetta Mussini
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘The team is really skilled and focused, providing support always in time and having a strong know-how both on healthcare and real estate administrative and public practice.’
‘Leonardo De Vecchi is leading the team: he is excellent in his field and with a very good approach to the client, both in listening to the requirements, guiding in the risk assessment and building strategies.’
‘LCA welcomes clients in a truly unique environment. The team is always ready to support clients in their choices by highlighting risks and benefits. Their knowledge of the laws is remarkable and their know-how is the key to their success. An advantage that allows them to extricate themselves even in the most complex situations.’
‘Mussini is incredible. She is super motivated at work and is always ready to offer you ideas and solutions suitable for the problem. She knows her sector perfectly and guides the client towards the best choice. Furthermore, and no less important, she is available to listen to the client and always reachable for any question.’
‘Avvocato Leonardo De Vecchi is highly experienced in administrative law practice, offering quick and detailed feedback.’
‘People, knowledge, transparency.’
Key clients
Abitare Co
Alta Quota Rent S.r.l.
Aosta Valley Region
Arborea Living Il Belvedere S.r.l.
Bluestone Crescenzago S.r.l.
Casa di cura Habilita S.p.A.
Colombo Costruzioni S.p.A.
Dealfa S.r.l.
Distilleria Deta S.r.l.
Domus Service Co
Extractum Pharma Zrt
Furla S.p.A.
Hupac SA
Instrumentation Laboratory S.p.A.
Med Consulting S.r.l.
Parcam S.r.l.
Progroup Board S.r.l.
SUN NRG S.r.l.
Torino Soc. Cons. S.r.l.
Zentiva Italia S.r.l.
Work highlights
- Advising HISA on the public tender procedure for the construction of Lot No. 2 of the Tunnel Euroalpin Lyon Turin.
- Assisted Novelis Italia S.p.A. in a proceeding concerning the impact of public works on its business, arising from the construction of a light rail transport link in the Municipality of Bresso.
- Assisting Lendlease with the authorisation and transfer of regional and provincial concessions relating to groundwater drainage as part of the redevelopment of the new campus of the University of Milan.
Italy > Banking and finance: Borrower side Tier 4
LCA Studio Legale's 13-member team advises investment funds, sponsors and corporate borrowers on both acquisition and structured finance. The practice is headed up by Davide Valli, whose expertise covers corporate borrowing and project finance; while Umberto Piattelli is experienced in extraordinary finance transactions, as well as financial regulatory matters.Practice head(s):
Davide Valli
Other key lawyers:
Umberto Piattelli; Luca Liberti
Key clients
Aktid Group
AVM Associati
Business Integration Partners
BPER Banca
Cassa Depositi e Prestiti
CDS Holding
Cherry Bank
Emera Group
Groupe EPI (Holding)
Grow Capital
Conbipel
FBS Next
Iamet
Maghen Capital
Marcegaglia Steel
Masco Group
Panzeri
Roma Trevi
Trifarma
Xenon Private Equity Small Cap
Work highlights
- Assisted Asacha Media Group with an extension of security interests originally granted for its issuance of bonds (totalling an aggregate amount of €53.6m).
- Advised Xenon Private Equity, as financial sponsor and borrower of €50m worth of LBO financings, which were granted by Banco BPM.
- Advised Qomodo Alpha, a fintech company, on obtaining a financing facility of up to €40m, granted by Fasanara Capital to underpin a funding round.
Italy > Employment Tier 4
‘With great knowledge in the practice area’, LCA Studio Legale covers the gamut of employment matters, advising on terminations, personnel management, transfers of undertakings, restructurings, agency work and social security. The firm’s clientele includes leading companies seeking advice on negotiations with trade unions and M&A-related transactions. It also maintains a niche in matters overlapping with sports law. Giuseppe Bologna, who advises on restructuring and disputes, and Ranieri Romani, an advisor on collective dismissals and crisis management, oversee the team.Practice head(s):
Giuseppe Bologna; Ranieri Romani
Testimonials
‘LCA’s labour law team is exceptionally skilled in the legal aspects and also highly adaptable, innovative, and truly dedicated to client success.’
‘Ranieri has proven to be an incredibly valuable and reliable asset to our partnership. His deep knowledge of labour law across various industries, coupled with his ability to provide forward-thinking solutions, makes him indispensable.’
‘Extremely flexible and attentive team. Great collaboration.’
‘Great professionalism and excellent preparation, combined with empathy and flexibility.’
‘Giuseppe Bologna is very experienced and able to help even in complex situations.’
‘All members of the team are reliable and precise. In particular, Ranieri Romani is always available to assist with a concrete approach to problem-solving.’
‘The individuals are absolutely down-to-earth with great knowledge in the practice area. They can always be trusted.’
Key clients
Bulgari Hotel
Dole Italia S.p.A.
GamaLife – Companhia de Seguros de Vida
EdiliziAcrobatica
Shareholders of Wisycom S.r.l.
Marcegaglia Carbon Steel S.p.a.
Microsoft S.r.l.
Planckian S.r.l.
Polynt
Spreafico
The Thinking Traveller
We Are Social
Zed Milano s.r.l.
Zentiva
Work highlights
- Represented a professional footballer in a dispute with his former sport agents regarding the payment of fees arising from his club employment contract.
- Representing a tech company in the settlement of a precedent-setting dispute with an executive.
- Advising a manufacturer during the collective dismissal procedure of 60 employees.
Italy > Tax Tier 4
In addition to advising companies and HNW individuals on transactions and corporation tax, LCA Studio Legale covers VAT and customs and excise duties, as well as specialist tax areas such as Patent Box procedures. Department head Roberto Pellizzari is an ‘outstanding professional’, while Simona Passarelli is a highly rated tax expert.Practice head(s):
Roberto Pellizzari
Other key lawyers:
Simona Passarelli; Antonella Perri; Matteo Esposito; Thomas Yang
Testimonials
‘The tax team at LCA is extremely strong – well prepared with deep knowledge of all aspects.’
‘LCA has been steadily and consistently investing in its tax practice in the past few years, both at senior and junior level. Such a strengthened team is able to deliver encompassing and reliable advice.’
‘The team is very collaborative and prompt to assist.’
‘Roberto Pellizzari is an outstanding professional.’
‘Roberto Pellizzari puts the client at ease, and makes himself available to meet every client need with the highest degree of cooperation.’
‘Simona Passarelli is a highly experienced tax adviser.’
‘Simona Passarelli is knowledgeable and versatile, having developed international experience that distinguishes her from the crowd. Simona is a reliable and steady hand.’
‘Thomas Yang is an extremely strong professional, with deep and broad knowledge of subject matters and an open eye for commercial and practical aspects.’
Key clients
Alibaba
Andrea Bocelli Foundation
Bally
CDP Venture Capital
Cherubini
Consorzio Agrario Terrepadane
Copernicus Wealth Management
Edilizia Acrobatica
Euromobiliare Advisory SIM
Microgame
Pacific Fruit
Takeda Italia
WeFox
Work highlights
- Assisted with the tax due diligence for Italy Experience’s acquisitions of Mediterranea Trekking and the going-concern business of Torres Travel.
- Provided tax law advice to Euronext-listed EdiliziAcrobatica on a group reorganisation at the European level.
- Assisting a distressed group with a very large transaction to reduce debts owed to the tax authorities and the National Social Security Institution.
LCA Studio Legale > Firm Profile
LCA Studio Legale is an independent full practice law firm with renowned international experience and specialises in corporate legal and tax assistance. Its main offices are in Italy (Milan, Rome, Genoa, Treviso), Belgium (Brussels), and the United Arab Emirates (Dubai), where they operate in an International Partnership with IAA Law Firm. The firm has been experiencing a steady dimensional growth, adding new practices and strengthening core ones, and now counts over 280 professionals.
LCA offers a complete judicial and non-contentious legal advisory service, in the fields of commercial, corporate, banking, finance, capital markets, tax, criminal, real estate and administrative law, corporate crises, labour and immigration law, transportation, intellectual property and new technologies, life sciences, sports, food and art law, and in the protection of family rights and assets.
The law firm mainly delivers its services to Italian and foreign companies and financial institutions, advising industrial, finance and insurance groups, institutional investors, investment banks, as well as SMEs, family businesses, professionals and individual entrepreneurs that represent a large part of the Italian business landscape.
The real challenge of the law firm is not simply to offer a legal assistance service to face specific concerns, but to deeply understand the clients’ needs and aims in order to identify and solve possible issues before they even arise. LCA’s real value lies in the ability to understand and foresee the requests of clients who are guided, step by step, in the launch, growth, development and evolution of the business activity.
From the conception of business projects to the structuring of financial operations, as well as the formulation of the best litigation strategy in national and foreign disputes, LCA fulfills the current, potential and future needs of professionals, entrepreneurs, small, medium and large companies in a prompt and professional manner.
LCA has always adopted an international approach, advising Italian companies in their internationalisation processes, foreign firms interested in investing or expanding in Italy, and multinational corporations involved in multi-jurisdictions and cross-border transactions. The international law practice has been refined over the years to the point that LCA has decided to internally set up dedicated geographical desks. Each desk puts together the interdisciplinary competences gained with reference to a specific geographical area and cooperates in synergy with a network of local first-class law firms. This produces a constant exchange of know-how and guarantees to the client a complete assistance in all relevant jurisdictions, not only with respect to the law, but also with reference to local culture and business dynamics.
The law firm supports innovation, creativity and new projects of young entrepreneurs active in all science, technology and art fields, and gives great importance to corporate social responsibility, sustainability and internal welfare.
Main Contacts
Department | Name | Telephone | |
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Managing Partner | Giovanni Lega | [email protected] | 0039 02778875205 |
President | Salvatore Sanzo | [email protected] | 0039 02778875401 |
Lawyer Profiles
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Carlo Solari | Senior Associate of the Transport, Shipping & Aviation Department | View Profile |
Staff Figures
Partners : 58 Other professionals : 211Languages
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International Trademark Association (INTA) AIJA - International Association of Young Lawyers American Immigration Lawyers Association AIFI (Italian Private Equity and Venture Capital Association) AIPPI (Association for the Protection of Intellectual Property)LCA Studio Legale > Firm Profile
LCA Studio Legale is an independent full practice law firm with renowned international experience and specialises in corporate legal and tax assistance. Its main offices are in Italy, in Milan, Genoa and Treviso (inside the venture incubator H-FARM). In the United Arab Emirates, it operates in Dubai in an International Partnership with IAA Middle East Legal Consultants LLP.
The firm has recently experienced a steady dimensional growth, adding new practices and strengthening core ones, and now counts over 130 professionals, 14 of which work in the Genoa office.
LCA offers a complete judicial and non-contentious legal advisory service, in the fields of commercial, corporate, banking, finance, capital markets, tax, criminal, real estate and administrative law, corporate crises, labour and immigration law, transportation, intellectual property and new technologies, life sciences, sports, food and art law, and in the protection of family rights and assets.
The law firm mainly delivers its services to Italian and foreign companies and financial institutions, advising industrial, finance and insurance groups, institutional investors, investment banks, as well as SMEs, family businesses, professionals and individual entrepreneurs that represent a large part of the Italian business landscape.
The real challenge of the law firm is not simply to offer a legal assistance service to face specific concerns, but to deeply understand the clients’ needs and aims in order to identify and solve possible issues before they even arise. LCA’s real value lies in the ability to understand and foresee the requests of clients who are guided, step by step, in the launch, growth, development and evolution of the business activity.
From the conception of business projects to the structuring of financial operations, as well as the formulation of the best litigation strategy in national and foreign disputes, LCA fulfills the current, potential and future needs of professionals, entrepreneurs, small, medium and large companies in a prompt and professional manner.
LCA has always adopted an international approach, advising Italian companies in their internationalisation processes, foreign firms interested in investing or expanding in Italy, and multinational corporations involved in multi-jurisdictions and cross-border transactions. The international law practice has been refined over the years to the point that LCA has decided to internally set up dedicated geographical desks. Each desk puts together the interdisciplinary competences gained with reference to a specific geographical area and cooperates in synergy with a network of local first-class law firms. This produces a constant exchange of know-how and guarantees to the client a complete assistance in all relevant jurisdictions, not only with respect to the law, but also with reference to local culture and business dynamics.
The law firm supports innovation, creativity and new projects of young entrepreneurs active in all science, technology and art fields, and gives great importance to corporate social responsibility, sustainability and internal welfare.
LCA’s Genoa office was opened in 2011 with a team of two lawyers and now counts 14 professionals, working in strict connection with the ones based in Milan. The expertise of the Genoa team mainly focuses on the following practice areas: corporate M&A and private equity, shipping and shipping finance, capital markets, dispute resolution, digital marketing and promotions, corporate immigration. The Genoa branch is very well settled in the Genoa context and strongly connected to the Ligurian business and entrepreneurial environment. It has also developed strong relationships with local institutions and professionals.
Main Contacts
Department | Name | Telephone | |
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Partner | Benedetto Lonato | [email protected] | 0039 010 8447925 |
Partner | Riccardo Massimilla | [email protected] | 0039 010 8447979 |
Partner | Davide Magnolia | [email protected] | 0039 010 0950943 |
Staff Figures
Partners : 3 Other professionals : 11Languages
Italian English French German SpanishMemberships
International Trademark Association (INTA) AIJA - International Association of Young Lawyers American Immigration Lawyers Association AIFI (Italian Private Equity and Venture Capital Association) AIPPI (Association for the Protection of Intellectual Property)Diversity
LCA considers inclusion one of its greatest strengths being aware that the enhancement of each member (both our professionals and staff) with all their characteristics – gender, age, identity and sexual orientation, race, geographical and social origin, skills, opinions -, is at the same time an engine of personal fulfillment and a source of enrichment for the Firm and for all those interacting with them.
The composition of the Firm is very well-balanced in all aspects: gender (over 50% are women), age (with a prevalence of 30/40-year-olds), geographical (every region of Italy is represented) and social sphere.
The attention to diversity permeates every moment of LCA’s life. In the daily activities, LCA takes great care that working teams – both those involved in client assistance and those dedicated to internal projects – are mixed in terms of gender, age and expertise. The same attention is paid to the composition of panels for training courses or business development events organized by the Firm. A committee entirely dedicated to sustainability has been created a few years ago, and it is mainly composed of young professionals and reports directly to the Executive Committee on all matters that fall into the broader concept of sustainability including diversity and inclusion.
LCA believes in the value of knowledge sharing and dissemination as a tool to tear down gender prejudices and beyond. Accordingly, the Firm welcomes and organizes meetings to discuss and reflect on these issues by inviting attendees to an open discussion with no distinction of role and age. LCA also promotes the use of an inclusive language that takes into account also those whose identity is more fluid.
LCA adheres to the Guidelines of ASLA – Association of Associates Law Firms also with reference to the protection of maternity and paternity of professionals and staff thereby guaranteeing periods of paid leave for family care. Twice a year, LCA organizes an event dedicated to the children of professionals and staff believing that the Firm should be a sharing place full circle. Even before the COVID-19 pandemic, lawyers and staff were able to benefit from smart working and flexible hours to balance work needs with personal commitments. Finally, the Firm invites all its members not to schedule meetings before 8am and after 7pm.
The inclusive and enhancing environment, the transparency of career paths, the attention to work-life balance issues are the premises that have allowed the Firm to considerably increase the presence of women at all levels. Female partners, in particular, went from 2 in 2016 to 12 in 2022.
The Firm also promotes – as a unique case in Italy – the inclusion of professionals with specific learning disorders (dyslexia, dysorthography, dysgraphia, dyscalculia).
Finally, some members of LCA hold important positions in organizations that foster diversity in the legal profession and beyond, and have even been awarded with prestigious accolades.
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17th October 2024 LCA Studio Legale with a team led by partner Andrea Carreri and associate Flavia Visco, with support for the Labor side from partner Ranieri Romani and associate Zuleika Palma, has assisted KNAPP AG with the legal aspects related to the plant supply and service contracts with Kühne + Nagel for the construction of adidas' maxi logistics hub in Italy recently opened in Mantua.Comparative Guides
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