Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe > Rome, Italy > Firm Profile
Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe Offices
PIAZZA DELLA CROCE ROSSA 2
00161 ROME
Italy
Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe > The Legal 500 Rankings
Italy > Compliance Tier 1
Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe‘s broad practice comprises sanctions law, corporate criminal liability, anti-mafia preventive measures, health, safety and environmental regulation, and privacy and cybersecurity matters. The team also assists both corporations and financial institutions with their corporate governance, compliance and disclosure needs, and it is experienced in developing global compliance programmes and anti-bribery policies. Practice head Alessandro De Nicola is a renowned global compliance specialist, Jean-Paule Castagno is a Decree 231 expert, and Marco Dell’Antonia ‘understands companies’ needs perfectly‘. Other active advisers are Marco Mancino, of counsel Ivan Rotunno, and special counsel Laura Cappiello.Practice head(s):
Alessandro De Nicola
Other key lawyers:
Jean-Paule Castagno; Marco Dell’Antonia; Marco Mancino; Ivan Rotunno; Laura Cappiello; Riccardo Caselle; Andrea Alfonso Stigliano
Testimonials
‘Great expertise in compliance with a strong client focus.‘
‘The team is always very supportive and the advice is always on time and of a high standard.‘
‘Alessandro De Nicola has vast knowledge and expertise in Decree 231 and the development of compliance programmes.‘
‘Alessandro De Nicola is a great leader. Apart from technical competence, he has a great network of professionals which adds to his value.‘
‘Alessandro De Nicola offers a very good legal service and innovative solutions.‘
‘Marco Dell’Antonia is always present and follows up with the client in person.‘
‘Marco Dell’Antonia is a unique professional of the highest standing.‘
‘Marco Mancino understands companies’ needs perfectly and always offers timely support.‘
Key clients
ENI
Lottomatica
Allianz Group
Crédit Agricole Assicurazioni
Credit Suisse International
Credit Suisse Milan Branch
Credit Suisse London Branch
Credit Suisse Securities (Europe)
Enel
Intesa Sanpaolo Private Banking
Philip Morris Italia
Roche
Intrum
Pellegrini
Amundi SGR
Artsana
Avio
Banca IFIS
BPER Banca
Brembo
Cardif Vita
CNP Unicredit Vita
Eurizon Capital SGR
F2i SGR
Flos
Fondo Italiano per l’efficienza Energetica SGR
Geox
Lesaffre Italia
Adras
Novenergia Group
P Fiduciaria
Prelios
Rothschild Italia
Sergio Rossi
Snaitech
Terna Group
Lavazza
Assosim
BNP Paribas
Clessidra SGR
CESI
Compagnia Energetica Italiana
Villa Sandi
Slamp
Mondial Forni
Italy > Capital markets: Debt Tier 2
Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe‘s team has significant DCM credentials. It is particularly active in Unlikely To Pay (UTP), NPL and performing loan-related securitisations. Team head Patrizio Messina is a specialist in DCM work, green bonds, securitisations and other structured financings, Annalisa Dentoni-Litta acts on securitisation deals and covered bonds, and Madeleine Horrocks leads the English finance practice in Italy. Also key to the practice are structured finance expert, Alessandro Accrocca, and experienced of counsels Sabrina Setini and Daniela Pietrini. Andrea Cicia is the special counsel to note.Practice head(s):
Patrizio Messina
Other key lawyers:
Annalisa Dentoni-Litta; Madeleine Horrocks; Alessandro Accrocca; Sabrina Setini; Daniela Pietrini; Andrea Cicia; Franco Lambiase; Roberto Percoco; Salvatore Graziadei
Testimonials
‘In addition to the finance team’s high-quality work, great client care is provided at partner level, as well as relentless support from all team members.‘
‘Clients appreciate the gender balance, the frictionless collaboration, and the technology resources made available to clients to speed up the drafting and reviewing process for agreements and legal documents, especially in situations where timing is essential.‘
‘Patrizio Messina is fantastic for finding creative solutions to complex legal issues. He has a mix of problem-solving and negotiation skills.‘
‘Patrizio Messina does his best to accommodate all clients’ needs, creating an environment that facilitates the mutual satisfaction of clients and counterparties.‘
‘Annalisa Dentoni-Litta is always fully committed to clients. She is an experienced lawyer, and able to anticipate issues and rapidly implement appropriate risk mitigation initiatives.‘
‘Annalisa Dentoni-Litta is appreciated for her soft approach with clients, as well as her firm and strong manner, which gets the most out of counterparties.‘
‘Annalisa Dentoni Litta and of counsel Sabrina Setini are both very qualified in finance issues and their advice is essential during negotiations – always confident and persuasive in their reasoning.‘
‘Madeleine Horrocks is an experienced English law adviser, who is very knowledgeable about the Italian market. This gives her a unique role on the market, with the necessary flexibility to adapt English law requirements to complex domestic deals and maximum commitment to the success of transactions.‘
Key clients
A2A
AMCO – Asset Management Company
Attica Bank
Banca Akros
Banca Carige
Banca IMI
Banco Santander
BPER Banca
Cassa Depositi e Prestiti
Credem Banca
Deutsche Bank London Branch
Doreca
Farmacosmo
Ferrovie dello Stato Italiane
Finlombarda
Iccrea Banca
Infrastrutture Wireless Italiane
Intesa Sanpaolo
Iren
Italgas
JP Morgan
Mediocredito Centrale
National Bank of Greece
Pancreta Bank
Snam
Telecom Italia
UBS Europe
Work highlights
- Assisted Snam with a tender offer to the holders of bonds (previously issued by Snam under the €12bn EMTN programme) and the subsequent issuance of a €1.5bn sustainability-linked bond.
- Assisted Iccrea Banca and J P Morgan (as co-arrangers and placement agents) in relation to the fifth Gacs securitisation of the Iccrea Banking Group, the €1.3bn transaction involving 77 banks.
- Acted for Attica Bank with the securitisation of its Omega portfolio, comprising NPLs with a gross book value of over €1.28bn.
Italy > Industry focus: Healthcare and life sciences Tier 2
Providing ‘exceptional response times‘, Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe‘s full-spectrum life sciences coverage ranges from antitrust and competition, M&A and private equity matters to technology and venture capital issues. Other key areas of strength include pharmaceutical regulatory issues, litigation, compliance, and investigations and white-collar crime cases. The team also assists with financings and commercial agreements. The principal figures are Italian white-collar criminal defence leader Jean-Paule Castagno and Attilio Mazzilli, who advises on pharmaceutical market-related transactions. Since publication, Pietro Merlino left the firm.Practice head(s):
Jean-Paule Castagno; Attilio Mazzilli
Other key lawyers:
Alessandro Vittoria; Francesca Proietto; Livia Maria Pedroni; Marianna Meriani; Andrea Alfonso Stigliano
Testimonials
‘Great knowledge of VC funding and start-ups.‘
‘Good attention to detail and solid advice.‘
‘Exceptional response times and very pertinent remarks – clients always feel that they are on the same page.‘
‘Very knowledgeable and easy to talk to.‘
‘The team always plans for every situation with tailor-made solutions, and is willing to listen to clients’ particular needs rather than coming up with standard solutions.‘
Key clients
F Hoffmann-La Roche
Kedrion
Keyless
Healthware Group
Bianalisi
Cerba HC Italia
Allelica
Garofalo Health Care
HBM Healthcare Investments
HAT Technology & Innovation
Amplifon
Allelica
Artsana Group
Work highlights
- Assisting F Hoffmann-La Roche with ongoing appeal proceedings brought before the Council of State (COS) against the COS’ 2019 judgment concerning an alleged anti-competitive arrangement between the Roche and Novartis groups.
- Assisting Kedrion (and its parent company Sestant Internazionale) with the antitrust aspects of a complex transaction whereby PE fund Permira and Sestant will acquire joint control over Kedrion and Bio Products Laboratory.
- Assisted Kedrion, a global manufacturer of plasma-derived therapeutic products, with a three-year investigation launched by the Romanian Competition Council into an alleged anti-competitive arrangement.
Italy > Data privacy and data protection Tier 3
The team at Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe has extensive experience assisting leading companies and financial institutions with the full spectrum of data protection issues, ranging from GDPR compliance programmes to cyber breaches. Practice head Alessandro De Nicola advises on processing activities concerning big data use and data analytics, among other work. Of counsel Ivan Rotunno has a key focus on regulatory and compliance matters.Practice head(s):
Alessandro De Nicola; Ivan Rotunno
Italy > EU and competition law Tier 3
Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe‘s Rome-based EU and competition law practice routinely assists with major merger control matters, along with high-stakes competition law investigations and appeal proceedings (at both EU and national levels). Since publication, Pietro Merlino left the firm.Testimonials
‘The key ability of the Orrick team is its ability to understand the logic of its client’s business, and unlike in other firms, the client is always assigned the same team.’
Key clients
Enel X
Kedrion
Sestant Internazionale
F Hoffmann–La Roche
ERP Italia
B2C Innovation
Cerba HealthCare
Splyt
Ferrovie dello Stato Italiane
TX Logistik
Thales
Work highlights
- Assisted ERP Italia with its plan to induce the Italian Competition Authority to take action to tackle a complex exclusionary strategy put in place by Erion.
- Advised Enel X on the merger control aspects of the creation of a joint venture with the Volkswagen group.
- Assisted Kedrion (and its parent company Sestant Internazionale) with the global merger control aspects of a transaction whereby Permira and Sestant will acquire joint control over Kedrion and Bio Products Laboratory.
Italy > Banking and finance: Borrower side Tier 4
Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe fields experts in structured and project finance. Patrizio Messina leads the practice, which comprises experienced partners Marina Balzano and Alessandro Accrocca. Former partner Raul Ricozzi and of counsel Maria Teresa Solaro recently departed to join PwC TLS Avvocati e Commercialisti and newly-launched Green Horse Legal Advisory, respectively.Practice head(s):
Patrizio Messina
Other key lawyers:
Marina Balzano; Alessandro Accrocca; Giulio Asquini
Testimonials
‘Well prepared to face any kind of issue that should arise.’
‘Full availability to discuss matters with the client and straight to the point.’
‘Orrick’s banking and finance team is very competent and dedicated – it has deep knowledge of the industry and its main players – very strong at delivering under time constraints’
‘Marina Balzano is a top lawyer in banking, thanks to her competence and knowledge.’
‘Senior associate Giulio Asquini is always available to support and deliver.’
Key clients
Obton A/S
A2A
Garofalo Health Care
Haier Europe Appliance Solutions
ACEA Produzione
Quinta Capital SGR
IGD SIIQ
Intermediate Capital Group
Savills IM SGR
Vialli PV Italy
AMCO
E2E
Bluefield Sole ITA
21 Invest SGR
Clessidra SGR
Consilium SGR
HIG Europe
Safety21
Zola Electric
Sun Berserker
Work highlights
- Advised TIM on the extension and conversion to ESG of a €4bn revolving credit facility.
- Assisted A2A with the subscription of a €410m ESG-linked revolving credit facility.
- Assisted Garofalo Health Care with a €221m financing.
Italy > Banking and finance: lender or arranger side Tier 4
Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe advises on corporate lending, and acquisition, leveraged and project finance. Patrizio Messina leads the team, which showcases structured finance specialist Marina Balzano. Former partner Raul Ricozzi and of counsel Maria Teresa Solaro recently joined PwC TLS Avvocati e Commercialisti and newly-launched firm Green Horse Legal Advisory, respectively.Practice head(s):
Patrizio Messina
Other key lawyers:
Marina Balzano; Giulio Asquini
Key clients
Banco BPM
Crédit Agricole
Deutsche Bank
Intesa Sanpaolo
Natixis Milan Branch
UniCredit
illimity Bank
Cassa Depositi e Prestiti
Banca IFIS
MPS Capital Services Banca per le Imprese
Riello Investimenti Partners SGR
Banca Sistema
BNP Paribas
BPER Banca
Garofalo Health Care
Haier Europe Appliance Solutions
Banca Sella
Work highlights
- Advised Unicredit, BNL Gruppo, BNP Paribas, Banca Monte dei Paschi di Siena, Iccrea Group, Iccrea Banca, BCC Ravennate Forlivese e Imolese, Emil Banca, BCC di Roma, Cassa Depositi e Prestiti and Crédit Agricole Italia on a €96.5m financing in favour of the Villa Maria – GVM Group.
- Advised Cassa Depositi e Prestiti on an agreement with the European Investment Bank for a €630m-plus financing, which related to the recovery of Italian SMEs and mid-caps affected by the pandemic.
- Assisted BPER Banca, Crédit Agricole, Intesa Sanpaolo and MPS Capital Services Banca per le Imprese with the financing for the acquisition of Witor’s by 21 Invest SGR.
Italy > Commercial, corporate and M&A Tier 4
Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe counts the healthcare and life sciences, technology, banking and financial services, energy, infrastructure, industrial and agriculture industries as the keystones of its practice, often working in close tandem with its international network to support on cross-border transactions. Practice head Alessandro De Nicola provides a combination of M&A, competition and corporate governance know-how, and Paola Barometro and Marco Mancino are forging prominent reputations for transactional, commercial contract and general corporate affairs.Practice head(s):
Alessandro De Nicola
Other key lawyers:
Attilio Mazzilli; Guido Testa; Marco Mancino; Paola Barometro
Testimonials
‘I have been working with the firm for many years and they have always been excellent. The quality of the team is top-notch and, particularly, Guido Testa is to me a very valuable sparring partner for the most critical business negotiations, and not just for legal matters.
‘Guido Testa stands out as an exceptional lawyer, in all respects: a savvy negotiator, with a very robust legal know how, extremely high ethical standards, and pleasant to work with.
‘Very reliable and with an outstanding competence. Very good level of support especially for M&A activities’
‘The firm covers several sectors and geographies, and all the lawyers I have met are very professional.’
‘Alessandro De Nicola has a deep expertise in corporate law and a broad knowledge of several matters. He also chairs an interesting and successful initiative called Breakfast 231, which focuses on the latest developments and case-law related to the criminal responsibility of legal entities and includes representatives of various companies who share best practices with a practical approach.’
‘Mr Marco Mancino is always very helpful and attentive to the needs of our company.’
‘Very professional and always helpful team. They always had a reasonable approach during the negotiations and also made the other party respect them.’
‘Marco Mancino represents what a lawyer should be able to represent: Competent, able to find uncommon solutions, gravitas, and technically knowledgeable.’
Key clients
A2A
ACEA
Allianz Group
Bianalisi S.p.A.
Cerba Healthcare Italia
Compagnia Energetica Italiana
Corvallis
Iren S.p.A.
ENEL X
Ethica Global Investments S.p.A.
HAT Orizzonte SGR S.p.A.
Healthware Group S.r.l.
iCON Infrastructure
Persico S.p.A.
Shopfully (DoveConviene Srl and Promoqui S.p.A.)
Società Italiana Traforo del Montebianco
Supermercato24
Synergo Capital SGR
Brumbrum
AdvisorEat
Seer Capital Management LP
Amplifon
LBO France
Kantar Group
Pellegrini S.p.A.
Sportit
Keyless
Edra Publishing US LLC
Work highlights
- Advised Gemme Italian Producers Srl on its AUD 169 million acquisition by Breville Group (ASX: BRG), an Australian based company that designs and distributes small kitchen appliances across around 70 countries.
- Advised brumbrum, Italy’s leading digital car retailer and subscription platform, on its acquisition by Cazoo, Europe’s leading online car retailer for approximately €80 million.
- Advised Safet21 on the sale of a majority stake to international private equity fund Bregal Unternehmerkapital for €190 million
Italy > Dispute resolution Tier 4
Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe’s dispute resolution department boasts an integrated white-collar crime defence practice, acting for financial Institutions, multinational corporates and individuals in complex, cross-border civil and criminal proceedings. The group is recognised for its strength in banking and finance litigation and frequently represents national and international clients before Italian and European courts. Jean-Paule Castagno specialises in white-collar criminal matters, and jointly heads the department with Michele Bertani, who focuses on complex commercial and IP disputes.Practice head(s):
Michele Bertani; Jean Paule Castagno
Other key lawyers:
Mario Scofferi; Elisabetta Santo; Francesca Proietto
Testimonials
‘High level of professionality and friendly relationship with the client.’
‘Very clear approach to the problem and in explaining the risks and the opportunity of the different solutions.’
‘Francesca Proietto was really the key to solve our matter. She was immediately capable to understand the topic and to provide high qualified support in the management of the conflict with the counterpart. Then, in the phase of contracts drafting, she was accurate and proactive providing different solutions to complex problems. She was always available and easy to reach.’
‘Orrick’s Milan law firm had been able to put together a very competent and reliable team to work on a complex and multi year dispute with a listed multinational company. The amount of work and skill required in order to so could have been fulfilled only by such a very strong team capable to put together various skill sets across different seniorities. Furthermore the consistency and the stability of the people involved across the years, without any disruptive change of personnel which is typical of the law services industry, is very appreciated and not something very usual.’
‘The individuals involved had been, across the years which the dispute unfortunately had been lasting, very consinstent and always fully involved and very professional. When this kind of dispute drag so long is not to be given for sure such a level of commitment and this is very much to be much appreciated from the professionals at Orrick Milan.’
‘Always willing to go the extra mile, whether fee-paying or pro bono advice. Clearly see themselves as part of us, we’re not a client, they make us feel that we’re all in this together. Very strategic in how they approach litigation, thorough, always go the extra mile. willing to trial alternative technologies e.g. computer software to conduct translations, to save time and budget. Phenomenal, extensive pro bono offering.’
‘Jean-Paule Castagno, is always available, strategic, conscientious, and clearly very very bright and dedicated. Makes you feel supported, she and her team are there holding your hand. handles challenging stakeholders brilliantly. Andrea – very promising up and coming associate.’
‘Orrick team was really diverse and complementary, with multiple capabilities. Our collaboration with Orrick team was extremely intense, flexible and effective. We found a very flexible approach for billing.’
Key clients
Veneto Banca s.p.a. in liquidazione coatta amministrativa
Daniele Cabiati
F. Hoffmann-La Roche
Kedrion
Work highlights
- Assisted Kedrion in the three-year investigation launched by the Romanian Competition Council (the “RCC”) against the company, its main global competitors and their pan-European trade association in connection with an alleged anticompetitive arrangement.
- Representing Veneto Banca s.p.a. in liquidazione coatta amministrativa in a proceeding before the Court of Venice regarding the liability of 19 directors and company’s auditors.
- Jean-Paule Castagno obtained the full acquittal of Daniele Cabiati, former General Manager of Banca Popolare dell’Etruria e del Lazio, in criminal proceedings pending before the Court of Arezzo in relation to allegations of bankruptcy, on the grounds that ‘the fact does not exist’.
Italy > Private equity Tier 4
Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe adopts a specialist approach, predominantly focusing on deals involving the technology, life sciences, financial services sectors as well as those in highly regulated areas. The team is adept in everything from buyouts and M&A through to venture capital investments and is co-led by Guido Testa, who has a track record representing private equity and venture capital funds, merchant banks, family offices and corporates, and Attilio Mazzilli, who routinely supports venture capital firms and high growth technology companies on fundraising matters.Practice head(s):
Guido Testa; Attilio Mazzilli
Other key lawyers:
Alessandro Vittoria; Livia Maria Pedroni
Testimonials
‘The Orrick team has a great knowledge of private equity/venture capital deals.’
‘The Orrick team is very experienced and applies the best legal practices, therefore the negotiation with other legal teams has been smooth.’
‘The team is always available, extremely focused on quality in the delivery, would recommend them greatly.’
‘Mr. Mazzilli and Ms. Pedroni – extremely focused on the delivery, they excelled in both counselling and time management, keeping the deal process to a tight timeline and proactively bringing the solutions needed. Being reachable anytime, delivering on short notice, it has helped a lot achieving our goals.’
Key clients
Safety21
Caslini Family
LBO France
Scalapay
Seer Capital Management LP
Neva SGR
Kreos Capital
Blacksheep
HBM Healthcare Investments
Lightrock
HAT Orizzonte SGR
BKN301 S.p.A.
Exein
Athics
GreenGo Srl
Arcadia SGR
Ethica Global Investments S.p.A
Translated
Aqseptence Group
Allelica S.r.l
Everli
Shippy Pro
Fido S.r.l.
Panakés Partners
Ancorotti family
CDP Venture Capital SGR
Synergo Capital SGR + Sinergia Venture Fund
United Ventures
AVM Gestioni
HAT SGR
Work highlights
- Assisted Safety21, the leading Italian software provider in the smart road and smart city sector, with the sale of a majority stake to the international private equity fund Bregal Unternehmerkapital.
- Advised the Caslini family, as majority shareholder, on the agreement with the Columna Capital fund, as minority shareholder, for the €370 million sale of a majority stake in Bianalisi S.p.A.
- Advised LBO France, an independent private equity player with EUR 6.3 billion in capital raised, on the completion of the acquisition of a majority stake in the share capital of Polis Fondi SGR.
Italy > Restructuring and insolvency Tier 4
The Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe restructuring and insolvency department instructs major Italian companies on debt restructurings, turnaround plans and bankruptcy procedures. Special Counsel, Daniela Andretta, leads the team, boasting 20 years’ experience in bankruptcy-related M&A and distressed transactions. Senior associate Federico Perego is also noted, specialising in corporate reorganisations and insolvency.
Practice head(s):
Daniela Andreatta
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘The team’s strengths and key capabilities are high-level knowledge and accuracy. I recommend this team to anyone!’
‘Each team member is extremely knowledgeable, precise and punctual. Federico Perego stands out as very high-level profile!’
‘Very consistent in supporting us timely and efficiently in complex legal questions also short notice.’
‘My contact person in Orrick is Ms. Daniela Andreatta. She is a very qualified and an experienced lawyer that supported us with a very high professionality profile in high complex legal cases connected in particular with insolvency law.’
Key clients
Apollo Global Management
Bank of America Merrill Lynch (client for 30+ years)
D.E. Shaw (client for 20+ years)
Prelios Credit Servicing s.p.a.
Värde Partners Inc. (client for 10 years)
A2A
Castlelake LP
Crestline Europe LLP
Dubag Group GmbH
Engie Italia s.p.a.
Ghella S.p.a.
Italeaf S.p.a.
Manitex International, Inc. (client for 6 years)
One33 Investment House S.r.l.
Peter Schoenfeld Asset Management
Plangreen (managed by Fondo Italiano per l’Efficenza Energetica)
Restar Real Estate S.r.l.
SGA S.p.A.
Società Italiana per le Imprese all’Estero – Simest S.p.A.
Tifast S.p.a.
Yanez SPV acting through Aurora Recovery Capital S.p.a.
Frontis
Illimity Bank
Work highlights
- Assisted and continues to assist AMCO S.p.A. in a multitude of debt restructuring deals, including some distressed debt assignments.
- Assisted the client in the purchase of a portfolio of non-performing loans (NPLs) and unlisted trading privileges (UTPs) from three Italian banks.
- Assisted the company in several debt restructuring deals, distressed debts assignments and in the management of lender’s liabilities issues under criminal and civil law perspectives.
Italy > Administrative and public law Tier 5
Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe‘s public law department handles a mix of public law contracting, tenders and advisory matters, as well as high-profile regulatory disputes. Most notably, the team is active in energy regulatory matters and so-called Italian golden power matters representing clients at national and EU level. Mariangela Di Giandomenico is the name to note.Other key lawyers:
Key clients
Enel X
Cerba HealthCare Italia
A2A
iCON Infrastructure LLP
MEAG Munich Ergo
Gruppo Acea
Glennmont Partners
Green Arrow Energy Fund
BNP Paribas REIM Italy SGR S.p.A.
KGAL
Obton Group
Work highlights
- Advising the iCON Infrastructure Partners V fund, managed by iCON Infrastructure LLP, on all public law aspects relating to the acquisition of 100% of Sestrieres S.p.A., a company managing one of the largest ski areas in the European Alps.
- Assisting Enel X for aspects related to the Golden Power notification of the joint venture transaction with Volkswagen AG and its subsidiaries, concerning the joint implementation of a high-power charging infrastructure in Italy, consisting of over 3000 charging points, by the end of 2025.
- Advising Cerba HealthCare, a leading medical diagnostics group, on the regulatory and administrative law profiles relating to the acquisition of Lifebrain from the European investment fund Investindustrial, through the independent fund Global Healthcare Services Sárl.
Italy > Employment Tier 5
Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe's employment team, headed by Mario Scofferi, forms an important part of the firm’s global employment practice and is routinely involved in domestic and cross-border matters. The team acts for leading Italian, European and global companies in a range of industries with particular expertise in the power, utilities and asset management sectors. Managing associate Luciano Vella is also noted.Practice head(s):
Mario Scofferi
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘The team is extremely competent and very well-prepared on labour issues. Readily available when the issue arises, hence you know that you can count on them at any time. they always want to go deep in the issue, understand all aspects before giving their recommendations. They always offer the solution or different professional solutions to the problem rapidly.’
‘Very helpful team that leaves nothing to chance.’
‘Mr Scofferi always investigates every aspect of the problem, offering the different solutions to the customer.’
‘The team is skilled, experienced, well-organised, and always available for advice.’
‘The individuals I dealt with have always been willing to help me and advised me to handle critical situations in the best way. They are professional, skilled, and always up to date on the latest law and regulation developments.’
‘The team is always open and at our disposal (considering their agendas). They know our needs and understand our environment in order to adapt the answer we need to have in line with our business’ needs. They are very prepared! I highly recommend them!’
Key clients
Be Power S.p.A.
Banca Carige S.p.A.
Icon Infrastructure LLP
Renovars S.p.A.
BrumBrum
Glickon
Farmacosmo S.r.l.
LBO France Gestion SAS
Masterplant Group
Kantar group and Xtel S.r.l.
Work highlights
- Assisted the top management of Be Power S.p.A. in employment issues related to their merger with Eni S.p.A. group, including the management of the relevant previous stock option plan.
- Assisted Banca Carige in a lawsuit against 57 former employees of the Bank.
- Assisted an American machinery industry company with the implementation and negotiation with the trade unions of a second level agreement regulating every aspect of the employment relationship with employees.
Italy > Tax
During 2021, Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe strengthened its tax credentials in Italy through the recruitment of Milan-based partner Bernadette Accili as Italian tax head from LMS Studio Legale.
Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe > Firm Profile
Orrick Italy is one of the leading international firms active in the Italian market.
With +120 professionals, some of which are dual qualified in UK and US, our Italian team work side by side with clients in achieving their business goals. Based in Milan and Rome, our lawyers provide a fully cross-practice and cross-border assistance in several practice areas, also leveraging on the Orrick network, to support clients’ needs.
The firm: Founded in San Francisco 150 years ago, Orrick is a leading global law firm with a particular focus on serving companies in the technology, energy, infrastructure and financial sectors. The firm is recognised worldwide for delivering the highest quality, commercially oriented legal advice.
Corporate, M&A and private equity: Orrick’s Corporate team advises leading Italian and multinational companies on domestic and cross-border acquisitions, divestments, mergers and de-mergers. Our professionals also provide domestic and global funds with legal assistance in relation to investment and divestment transactions concerning Italian companies. Furthermore, we assist these companies as investment and divestment targets.
Our professionals offer a distinctive combination of local insight, as well as global reach across Europe, Asia and the U.S., in developing innovative techniques to successfully structure complex domestic and cross-border transactions.
In 2019, Orrick Italy has been recognized by Mergermarket as the 2° most active international law firm in Italy, ranking in the top 10 in ltaly by M&A deal count . Moreover, in 2019 Orrick Italy is recognized by Refinitiv as the most active international law firm in Italy, ranking 3 for Mid-Market M&A deal number.
Orrick’s Italian lawyers regularly advise leading Italian and international companies in the development of their business in Italy. Specifically, we provide assistance on governance structures, shareholders’ agreements, corporate contracts and day-by-day assistance.
Corporate governance, compliance programs and privacy: Our Italian team truly embodies the innovation mindset that is a key value to Orrick globally. We have developed cutting-edge technology-based services in order to provide our clients with assistance on all their governance, risk management and compliance needs. With a truly integrated approach, we helped +130 companies and financial institutions. on the design, implementation and maintenance of compliance programs to prevent corporate crimes (Legislative Decree 231). Furthermore, our lawyers have developed effective legal solutions to help dozens of clients address privacy and data protection compliance requirements according to the GDPR.
In a constantly evolving ecosystem, our team has gained specific expertise on data privacy, supporting clients in handling cyber incidents across industry sectors, and conducting analysis on compliance of apps managing personal data. We developed an in-house first-of-its-kind AI-powered tool supporting DPOs in the planning and implementation of their duties. Our lawyers routinely act as Data Protection Officer or supports DPOs in the effective application of laws protecting individuals’ personal data.
Orrick Italy has an extensive experience developing and enhancing global anti-bribery policies, conducting risk assessments and developing controls to detect and prevent corruption. Our team has been engaged by Italian companies running their business throughout the world to develop compliance programs also addressing FCPA and UK Bribery-related risks. Our team members serve as Chairpersons or members of around 70 internal supervisory body.
Banking and finance: With +40 lawyers, Orrick has a prolific finance department, focused on highly sophisticated transactions in the banking and finance industry. We assist major banks, funds and large corporate in securitisation, covered bonds and NPEs, debt capital markets, acquisition finance, project finance and PPP.
Our professionals pioneered the financial legal business in Italy and are experienced on the most innovative and ground-breaking transactions.
We are recognized in the market for our expertise and client-focused approach and regularly act on the biggest and most high-profile deals. We also provide our clients with bespoke advisory assistance on a wide range of products and areas in the banking and finance industry.
The team includes English and US qualified lawyers who are based in Italy, speak fluent Italian and are able to advise our Italian clients on international products as well as help steer our international clients through the Italian market. We also offer in-house expertise in regulatory and taxation aspects allowing us to address our clients’ needs on a 360° basis.
Energy and infrastructure: Energy is a core sector focus of Orrick globally and this is reflected in the depth of our practice in Italy. Our team is at the forefront of the Italian energy and renewables market. We represent sponsors, investors and energy operators, as well as large banks that are routinely active in energy sector financings.
Our lawyers provide clients with assistance in the following areas:
- M&A and JV agreements within the renewable energy market (with a specific expertise on solar and wind), including through growing private equity investment.
- Financing/refinancing of existing renewable energy portfolios (bonds or long-term loans)
- Project development: we are heavily involved in the development of unsubsidised projects, assisting clients on all aspects (including with respect to regulatory and project contracts)
- Green bonds
We are routinely involved to design and implement market-first transactions. In 2019, we acted on the first-of-its-kind securitization of performing and non-performing energy credits, on the first ever financing of a photovoltaic plant not supported by state subsidies in Italy and on the first public lighting greenfield project bond in Italy.
Technology and innovation: As one of the most active global law firms serving technology leaders, Orrick offers a comprehensive platform for the tech community – from the most innovative disruptors to multinational leaders.
Our Italian tech team advises on the most innovative transactions in the market and helps Italian and foreign companies at all stages of growth. Our lawyers represent many successful tech entrepreneurs, start-ups with new technology platforms, VC funds investing into tech companies, and major banks, telecoms, infrastructure and insurance companies with tech needs. We provide cross-jurisdictional assistance on early and late-stage financings, flips and mergers and acquisitions, and we advise venture capital firms in their investments and exits.
Our tech lawyers are recognized for their business acumen, and the deep knowledge of innovative financial products and business strategies
We advise FinTech operators on structuring and implementing new technologies for contracts and remote operations for the subscription of financial services, peer-to-peer payment platforms, instant-payment related services, robo-advisory services, lending and crowdfunding platforms for individuals and SMEs, wealth and asset management services, information services on customer accounts.
Lawyer Profiles
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Annalisa Dentoni-Litta | Partner with the Finance team | View Profile | |
Andrea Gentili | Of Counsel | View Profile | |
Patrizio Messina | Member of the Banking & Finance Group, Partner in charge for Europe… | View Profile |
Comparative Guides
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Italy: Bribery & Corruption
Published: June 2023
Authors: Alessandro De NicolaMarco Dell’AntoniaRiccardo Caselle
This country-specific Q&A provides an overview of Bribery & Corruption laws and regulations applicable in Italy.
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Germany: TMT
Published: July 2023
Authors: Dr Christian SchröderTobias Lantwin
This country-specific Q&A provides an overview of TMT laws and regulations applicable in Germany.
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United States: Data Protection & Cybersecurity
Published: April 2023
Authors: Sulina GabaleThora JohnsonHeather Egan SussmanShannon Yavorsky
This country-specific Q&A provides an overview of Data Protection & Cybersecurity laws and regulations applicable in United States.
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Italy: Corporate Governance
Published: March 2024
Authors: Alessandro De NicolaMarco Dell’AntoniaFederico Urbani
This country-specific Q&A provides an overview of Corporate Governance laws and regulations applicable in Italy.