The team at Legance - Avvocati Associati advises leading national and international banking, financial and insurance players in relation to all matters of a regulatory nature, including litigation and M&A transactions. Its capabilities extend from capital requirements applicable to banks and other financial intermediaries, to issues relating to non-banking intermediaries, financial agents and credit brokers, and from AML and enforcement procedures to entity establishment, payment services and electronic money institutions. The group is jointly led by ‘outstanding professionals’ Marco Penna, who assists payment services clients with transparency and regulatory issues as well as a host of banking and finance instructions, and Federico Vezzani, who advises on a range of prudential and regulatory supervisory matters as well as extraordinary transactions and corporate governance matters. Also recommended is Giuseppe Alessandro, who offers a broad set of services related to banking, insurance and securities regulation and transactions. Armenia Riviezzo and Cristiana Ferrari are additional key names.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Legance’s banking and financial regulation team is among the most structured in the Italian legal landscape, well diversified in terms of seniority and led by partners of high standing and recognised expertise.’
- ‘I had the opportunity to work with the regulatory team led by Marco Penna, and in particular with him and Giuseppe Alessandro. Marco is undoubtedly one of the most recognised lawyers in the field in Italy, and it’s easy to see why: he is a professional of high standing, capable of navigating the most complex regulatory issues and always ready to propose innovative solutions. Giuseppe leads the matters entrusted to him independently and successfully, consistently earning praise.’
- ‘It was our first professional engagement with the firm, and we were very satisfied with the work delivered. The assignment was carried out with the utmost professionalism and expertise. We particularly appreciated their availability and responsiveness.’
- ‘The partner we contacted proved to be extremely available, efficient, and competent. He immediately understood our needs and acknowledged the urgency of the matter, acting accordingly. An excellent and truly rewarding experience.’
- ‘I have worked closely with Marco Penna and Federico Vezzani. Both are outstanding professionals. In particular, Federico is able to catch both the overall picture and the details of the transactions, while Marco has both the right experience and standing for all the interactions with the regulatory authorities.’
- ‘Brilliant professionals aware of the regulatory requirements and legal nuances, but able to provide practical advice and solutions.’
Key clients
- Banco BPM
- Eurovita S.p.A.
- Nexi
- Scalapay
- Banca CF+ S.p.A.
- Generalfinance S.p.A.
- Coima SGR S.p.A.
- Nextalia SGR S.p.A.
- Mediocredito Centrale – Banca del Mezzogiorno S.p.A.
- Cassa Centrale Banca S.p.A.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Marco Penna; Federico Vezzani
Other key lawyers
Giuseppe Alessandro; Giovanna Tassitano; Armenia Riviezzo; Cristiana Ferrari; Domenico Siracusa