Sought out for advice on big-ticket syndicated loans, and real estate and project financing as well as structured finance, securitisations, sustainability-linked transactions and debt restructurings, the team at Gianni & Origoni is jointly led by a team of three: energy and infrastructure finance specialist Ottaviano Sanseverino, Matteo Bragantini, who assists with a wide array of financing transactions in Italy and beyond, and Giuseppe De Simone, who handles financings, restructuring transactions, structured finance, and IPO, real estate and NPL deals. Eduardo Fiordiliso is called on for various financing and lending instructions, and ‘one-of-a-kind’ energy, infrastructure and TMT project financing specialist Arrigo Arrigoni is another key figure in the operation. Ilaria Laureti handles structured finance, LBOs, debt restructuring and more, and Piergiorgio Picardi is engaged to advise on a broad spectrum of transactions.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Our institution had the pleasure to work with two senior partners (Arrigo Arrigoni and Ottaviano Sanseverino) in a complex project finance transaction. Once again, we greatly appreciated their availability to provide a balanced approach between the different parties involved, with a view to identify risks and find suitable solutions without jeopardising the entire deal. They brought plenty of experience and were always available in spite of the very tight deadlines. In the end, we managed to execute a sound transaction on time.’
- ‘What sets GOP apart is its consistently high level of commercial awareness, client responsiveness, and deep sector expertise. The team combines top-tier legal acumen with a collaborative approach that makes them not just advisors, but true business partners. Unlike many firms that operate in silos, GOP fosters cross-practice integration which is evident in the way they handle complex transactions. We've been working with GOP for over 10 years and have always had outstanding results.'
- ‘One individual in particular I'd like to mention is Martina Morandi, from the Milan office. She's been an absolute star on our transactions. Not only is she efficient, and easy to work with, but she's also very much into the details, precise where need be and vital to the transactions.’
- ‘Their knowledge of project finance structuring, the energy market and relevant local law regulations thanks to the exceptional expertise of the team over all relevant themes allows them to deliver a service which truly makes the difference from a lender perspective.’
- ‘In particular we've truly appreciated Arrigo Arrigoni's pragmatic approach to coming up with alternative solutions/compromises to address the real concerns and needs of both the lenders and the borrower at points where negotiations had come to a standstill, while at the same time standing up when needed when it was best for his clients.’
- ‘What truly distinguishes the individuals I’ve worked with at the firm is their unwavering availability and hands-on approach. Regardless of the complexity or urgency of the matter, they are consistently responsive, accessible, and fully engaged — a quality that is rare and immensely valued in high-stakes legal work. Arrigo Arrigoni stands out for his sharp legal insight and ability to navigate intricate issues with clarity and confidence.'
Key clients
- Allianz
- Banco Santander S.A.
- BNP Paribas
- CDP
- EIB
- IGS
- ING Bank N.V.
- Intesa Sanpaolo S.p.A.
- Nord/LB Norddeutsche Landesbank
- Rabobank
- Société Générale
- UniCredit
Work highlights
Assisted a pool of over 35 lenders including Banco BPM, BNP Paribas, CDP, Crédit Agricole, ING, Intesa Sanpaolo, Santander, Société Générale, Unicredit, BPER, BayernLb, KfW and MPS, as core lenders, in the structuring, drafting and negotiation of a transaction for the increase and restatement of the financing granted to Open Fiber in 2022 for the development of an ultra-broadband network and related fibre optic infrastructures in Italy.
Assisted Cassa Depositi e Prestiti (Cdp) in its agreement with Mediocredito Centrale to provide €4.3 billion in financing to SMEs.
Assisted the European Investment Bank in the context of the amendment, restatement and supplement to a financing granted by a pool of commercial and institutional lenders up to € 1.7 billion (of which approx. € 544 million was granted by the EIB) aimed at financing sections of the Autostrada Pedemontana Lombarda toll motorway.
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Practice head
Matteo Bragantini; Giuseppe De Simone; Ottaviano Sanseverino
Other key lawyers
Eduardo Fiordiliso; Arrigo Arrigoni; Ilaria Laureti; Piergiorgio Picardi; Maria Panetta; Martina Morandi