Leonardo Graffi > White & Case (Europe) LLP > Milan, Italy > Lawyer Profile

White & Case (Europe) LLP is routinely mandated to handle high-end private equity transactions. Michael Immordino and Leonardo Graffi work across the firm’s Milan and London offices, while Sara Scapin acts for major Italian and international private equity sponsors and industrial clients. In 2024, public and private M&A expert Domenico Fanuele, as well as Matteo Catalano, Davide Cavazzana and Giovanni Cirelli, joined from legacy firm Shearman & Sterling. Andrea Pretti left the firm in 2025.

White & Case (Europe) LLP’s corporate and M&A team significantly expanded in April 2024 through the recruitment of Domenico Fanuele, Matteo Catalano, Davide Cavazzana and Giovanni Cirelli from legacy firm Shearman & Sterling. The practice also features the London and Milan-based Michael Immordino and experienced corporate, M&A and private equity lawyer Leonardo Graffi. Sara Scapin is another experienced practitioner. Maria Cristina Storchi and Andrea Pretti departed the firm in 2024 and 2025, respectively.