With ‘a depth of market and sector knowledge’, BonelliErede boasts expertise in transactions across a wide array of industries, including the defence, fashion, food and beverage, automotive, and energy sectors. The firm’s experience includes advising on mergers and demergers, hostile bids, shareholders’ agreements, joint ventures, and post-closing matters. Eliana Catalano brings cross-border expertise to the team, advising on joint ventures and commercial agreements. With particular strength in insurance law, Stefano Micheli supports listed and non-listed companies in extraordinary transactions, joint ventures, and leveraged buyouts. Gianpiero Succi is well-versed in matters involving heavy industry, energy, and financial institutions in Africa, while Francesca Peruzzi focuses on capital markets and corporate governance. Also of note is the longstanding Alessandro De Nicola. In July 2025, Stefano Nanni Costa left the practice.
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Testimonials
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- 'The firm has a depth of market and sector knowledge, a commercial approach and is responsive.'
- 'Solid team and available.'
- 'Some individuals with strong handling of legal matters.'
- 'Cohesive, proactive, quick in providing feedback, with a well-balanced mix of seniority levels, and knowledgeable in the subject matter of the engagement.'
Key clients
- Banca Ifis
- Brembo
- CDP Equity
- Kering Holland NV
- L Catterton
- Leonardo
- LVMH
- MFE
- NewPrinces
- OpenFiber
- Prada
- Prima Assicurazioni
Work highlights
Assisted Prada with the Italian law aspects and financing of the acquisition of Versace from Capri Holdings.
Assisted NewPrinces S.p.A. with the agreement for the acquisition of 100% share capital of Carrefour Italia S.p.A.
Assisted Prima Assicurazioni with the sale of the 51% share capital of the insurance company to Axa.
Lawyers
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Leading partners
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Leading associates
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Other key lawyers
Eliana Catalano; Alessandro De Nicola; Stefano Micheli; Gianpiero Succi; Francesca Peruzzi