The administrative and public law department at Simmons & Simmons provides both in court and out of court assistance in a wide range of matters, including urban planning, public contracts, concessions and environmental matters. The practice group is led by Mauro Pisapia, who boasts significant experience in public tender procedures and town planning. Luigi Pontrelli is also a key contact in the team, with expertise in dispute resolution matters in the administrative law field.
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Testimonials
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- ‘They have exceptional quality in written files submitted to courts, and a scientific and high level legal approach on all administrative matters.’
- ‘Mauro Pisapia is a high level professional. Mauro is always kind and available to discuss and help you in any situation, even in an emergency and during his holidays. His legal knowledge and capacity is exceptional and extensive. The team working for him is as well-prepared and professional.’
- ‘The team is headed by a highly skilled attorney, Mauro Pisapia, who is personally involved and takes care of each case directly.’
Key clients
- Akrasun s.r.l.
- Falkor Vision Ltd
- GSK
- Sosteneo Fund 1 HoldCo sarl
- EDF
- Bastogi S.p.A.
- Antas S.p.A.
- Tassara S.p.A.
- Balt International
- Fondo Italiano di Investimento
- AGSM AIM S.p.A.
- Alitalia
Work highlights
Assisted Getec Italia S.p.A. in a dispute before Consiglio di Stato, concerning a tender procedure filed by the Municipality of Forte dei Marmi, and reached a favourable decision for the client.
Assisted Forumnet S.p.A. in a dispute concerning the tender for the award of the contract for the renovation and management of the Palasharp in connection with, among other things, the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.
Assisted Pietro Fiorentini in a dispute before the Administrative Court of Lazio in relation to a tender procedure filed by the largest gas distribution companies in the national territory.
Lawyers
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Practice head
Mauro Pisapia
Other key lawyers
Luigi Pontrelli