Portolano Cavallo > Milan, Italy > Firm Profile

‘They are very competent and very attentive to clients’ needs.’

‘Willing to listen and identify innovative solutions by appropriately assessing the risks.’

‘Best privacy and data protection practice in town.’

‘They are very efficient, practical and pragmatic, with strong legal knowledge! An excellent combination.’

‘The practice is very much on the front edge of innovation – it is always up to date on new technology and how innovation is changing the data privacy rules.’

‘The firm stands out as an example in relation to diversity.’

‘Laura Liguori is an outstanding lawyer who is always available and hugely competent.’

‘Laura Liguori and her team are really capable- highly knowledgeable, very flexible.’

‘Fully reliable team; technically expert; innovative entrepreneurial approach.’

‘Independent firm able to mobilize resources while innovating in its services.’

‘Fully reliable team with a cost effective approach, technically expert, innovative Entrepreneurial approach Independant firm able to mobilize resources while innovating in its services.’

‘The team led by Elisa Stefanini is capable of providing extremely accurate legal opinions with a practical and concrete approach, taking into account the peculiarity of each case. There is always extreme clarity in communications and great attention to timing. I really appreciate the focus on industry standards and developments.’

‘This firm remains unique in its approach to clients in Italy. Every issue or matter is automatically addressed in all its aspects, involving team members in the most time and cost-efficient way. This is even more evident in the TMT area, where the firm boasts the presence of real top players.’

‘Ernesto Apa is a point of reference for everyone in the industry who recognises his profound expertise. Having him at one’s side ensures that one’s positions are adequately represented in all venues, hence the attention of stakeholders. Francesco Portolano combines unquestionable technical expertise with the ability to always negotiate to the best of his ability, presenting to the client the pros and cons of each option on the table.’

‘The main difference between Portolano and the other firms I have worked with is their enormous expertise and deep knowledge of the market in which I work. They are also pragmatic thinkers, which is a great help, especially when quick but considered decisions have to be made at company level. The result is that we do not talk about legal issues but about business opportunities.’

‘Both Francesco Portolano and Ernesto Apa have been business partners for a long time and their incredible ability is their deep study, analysis and understanding of the overall business that makes legal advice much stronger and more appropriate to business objectives.’

‘Great firm, great team of lawyers. They are responsive and experts in their field, the advice provided is concise and with a clear risk assessment.’

‘Very responsive and clear in their advice, they take a pragmatic approach and focus on finding creative solutions.’

‘I consider Portolano Cavallo to be one of the top 5 firms in the TMT sector. Regarding all regulatory aspects of the media industry, we have not found any other firm that can compete with Portolano Cavallo in Italy.’

‘I work with Ernesto Apa mainly on the regulatory aspects of the media industry. Ernesto Apa’s encyclopedic knowledge of the media regulatory framework, combined with his business acumen, professionalism and trusted institutional contacts, make him a star in the Italian market in his area of expertise (media regulation, consumer law and intellectual property).’

‘The firm’s assistance in audiovisual matters ensures quick feedback up-to-date with legislation and regulations and a proactive approach in all areas even not yet clearly regulated or recently regulated.’

‘The lawyers are very competent and their contribution has always been an important added value. The opinions requested are always provided promptly and are complete and effective.’

‘People immediately understand the needs and propose useful solutions that are well suited to the situation brought to their attention.’

‘Great firm, great team of lawyers. Experts in their field. Responsive and the advice is clear and concise, with clear risk assessments.’

‘Very responsive and clear in their advice, they take a pragmatic approach and focus on finding creative solutions.’

‘The PC team is always extremely responsive. In view of often tight deadlines they make sure we always receive a confirmation of receipt of the request, which is very reassuring!’

‘The Portolano Cavallo team is always well prepared and up to date. They have an excellent knowledge of several industry sectors. ’

‘The team has excellent lawyers who are able to deal with complex matters involving different countries. They have an amazing knowledge of business/industry sectors.’

‘A wide range of competence fields and able to suggest the right way even if it was not your initial idea.’

‘Strong skills in litigation. Excellent strategy for each particular argument. Flexible in process, reasonable advice and fast reaction for defendant’s objections.’

‘Martina Lucenti is a very strong professional, pro-active. Can explain legal situation either to lawyer or to top manager with no legal background, which helps a lot in decision making.’

‘Martina Lucenti is simply amazing. She shares valuable insights at every step.’

‘The team do not only think in terms of the letter of the law but are solution-oriented.’

‘It is a very well organized team, it is clear that they work very well together and make things very easy. They are very agile when it comes to organizing work with external professionals and other experts if necessary.’

‘The deep personal involvement of the partners, the positive flexibility and the personalised approach to each case make the Portolano Cavallo team invaluable for us as clients.’

‘Working with Portolano’s competition law and EU team gives the feeling of being looked after by professionals, as well as nice and friendly people. Among other things, we would like to mention the strict adherence to deadlines and the reliability’.

‘The team’s main quality is the ability to combine knowledge and experience in complex matters with ease of interpretation for clients.’

‘Excellent expertise in competition law.’

‘Irene Picciano is among the best EU and competition lawyers I have ever met. A perfect combination of first-class expertise and strategic vision. She also has an unparalleled knowledge of niche EU regulations.’

‘Deep knowledge of EU and competition law practice.’

‘Enzo Marasà is a leading Italian expert in competition law. He is very responsive. It is always a pleasure to work with him.’

‘A lean and efficient team that is focused on closing deals.’

‘They go beyond the pure legal issues and explain all aspects of the problem, helping the clients achieve their overall goals.’

‘Portolano’s employment team are collaborative and reliably responsive.’

‘Andrea Gangemi is a valued partner for all matters concerning Italy.’

‘Andrea Gangemi is super responsive and commercial in his approach. He has a thorough knowledge of the law and gives the answers without burdening clients with too much legal detail.’