The busy practice at PedersoliGattai assists private credit firms, banks, and other lenders with executing a wide spectrum of debt finance deals. ‘Pragmatic’ co-head Maura Magioncalda’s broad sphere of expertise includes structured finance transactions, and fellow co-head Lorenzo Vernetti takes on a varied array of leveraged finance transactions, capital markets deals and debt restructuring work. The final member of the leading trio Gaetano Carrello focuses on debt and restructuring matters. Working with them are Gian Luca Coggiola, who is experienced in complex cross-border transactions, and Consuelo Citterio, who is well-acquainted with various debt financing products. Federico Tropeano is another name to remember.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Gaetano Carrello stands out for his business acumen and wealth of experience in dealing with all types of situations.’
- ‘I’ve had the opportunity to work with PedersoliGattai on several complex restructuring matters, and I’ve always been impressed by the team’s depth of expertise and their ability to navigate challenging situations with clarity and pragmatism. They understand the nuances of distressed scenarios and are able to offer solutions that are both legally sound and commercially viable. What really sets them apart is their ability to manage negotiations involving multiple parties in a way that keeps things constructive and focused.'
- 'Maura Magioncalda brings a rare combination of strategic thinking and deep legal knowledge. Her ability to lead complex negotiations with clarity and authority has been instrumental in several situations. She’s pragmatic, highly responsive, and always focused on finding workable solutions.'
- 'Alessandra De Cantellis is extremely well-prepared, attentive, and proactive. Her contributions go beyond execution—she adds real value to the process, often anticipating issues and helping to resolve them before they escalate.'
- ‘We usually work with Maura Magioncalda for both LBO financing and for restructuring matters. For her deep knowledge and profound experience, she stands out in both subject areas. We particularly appreciate her deep knowledge of corporate law, contract drafting, strong negotiation and mediation skills, and commercial acumen - she integrates legal considerations with business objectives. Her team is strong but she actively participates in key meetings.’
- ‘Gaetano Carrello leads an impressive team that has a finger on the pulse of the leveraged finance market in Italy - very knowledgeable of the ins and outs and practical.'
Key clients
- Goldman Sachs
- Morgan Stanley
- JP Morgan
- BNP Paribas
- UniCredit
- IntesaSanpaolo
- Ardian
- Bain Capital
- CVC Capital Partners
- Investindustrial
Work highlights
Advised Teamsystem on a senior secured bond loan.
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Practice head
Gaetano Carrello; Maura Magioncalda; Lorenzo Vernetti
Other key lawyers
Gian Luca Coggiola; Consuelo Citterio; Silvia Pasqualini; Michele Parlangeli; Nicola Gaglione; Federico Tropeano; Marcello Legrottaglie; Alessandra De Cantellis