Profile
Work Department
Position
Senior Associate
Career
Whether clients need assistance on the typical matters of administrative and public law concern, either in courts or outside the courts, or are looking for legal support to explore new rising commercial and regulated industries, Emanuela Cocco is very responsive and always available to satisfy client needs and requests in a very efficient and timely manner.
As a member of our Administrative and Public Law practice since 2008, Emanuela Cocco has developed her experience advising international clients in a wide range of areas, including environmental law, public procurement law, renewables and conventional energy, expropriation procedures, oil and gas regulatory, life sciences, and other regulatory compliance matters.
Following admission to the Bar in 2010, Emanuela has assisted many of our clients in important judicial proceedings before Italian administrative and civil courts. In the context of some of the largest and most complex cross-border acquisitions and infrastructure projects, Emanuela has provided support to our corporate lawyers on permitting, environmental, and energy matters. On a daily basis she advises some of our major clients on a number of public law aspects, including environmental and regulatory compliance issues, and provides assistance to international companies in the various phases of strategic public tenders for works, services, and supply. Emanuela's commitment and ability to analyze complex legal issues and propose practical solutions is much appreciated both inside the firm and by some of our key clients.
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Education
Law degree (cum laude), LUISS Guido Carli University, 2007
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Testimonials
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‘My experience with the team has been very positive. I've had the opportunity to work with several individuals across the firm and have always found the assistance to be of a high standard. One of the practice's unique strengths is its seamless collaboration between departments, allowing for the swift involvement of specialists on various matters as required. Furthermore, their deep knowledge of the tech sector is a significant advantage.’
‘I would like to commend Emanuela Cocco, with whom I have worked for several years. I have always enjoyed our professional relationship. Her expertise in administrative law and her grasp of the relevant case law are outstanding. She consistently provides practical, actionable recommendations. Furthermore, I have always been impressed by her availability and responsiveness in urgent situations.’
‘I would like to express my complete satisfaction with the assistance received from the Hogan Lovells law firm. I found the team to be not only highly skilled, but also attentive, reassuring, and personable.'
‘From the very first meeting, the lawyers stood out for their clear explanations, in-depth legal knowledge, and ability to listen, qualities that made every stage of my legal journey easier to understand. True professionals who combine technical rigour with human sensitivity.’
‘The team is very pragmatic and solution-oriented. Always on point and know the business needs and questions very well.’
‘The public law and environmental team at Hogan Lovells have provided us with clear and pragmatic advice on environmental issues within Italy. They have demonstrated an ability to provide robust and pragmatic advice within the framework of a multidisciplinary team.’
‘Francesca Angeloni has a remarkable ability to navigate and provide clear pragmatic advice on complex environmental issues whilst interacting with and, at times, conducting a diverse interdisciplinary team. The interest and knowledge she displays in our business allows her to interact seamlessly with our technical and commercial teams and other external advisers.’
Key clients
- Airbnb Amazon Azerbaijan Gas Supply Company eBay Google Meta PagoPa Shah Deniz Consortium, led by bp and SOCAR Tripadvisor Uber Invesco Real Estate PayPal

