Combining ‘technical precision with practical, business-oriented advice’, Pirola Pennuto Zei & Associati specialises in company law, acting in transfers of business, spin-offs, joint ventures, and corporate reorganisations. The firm is also well-versed in the tax aspects of corporate matters. Massimo Di Terlizzi, on top of leading the team, handles M&A, private equity, and corporate restructuring matters for both national and international clients.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Massimo Di Terlizzi is not a traditional lawyer. His work is always tailor-made and pragmatic to allow the client to decide on how to react to all legal challenges.’
- ‘The team stands out for its rare ability to combine technical precision with practical, business-oriented advice. Unlike many competitors, they approach complex matters with clarity and efficiency, ensuring that solutions are not only legally sound but also commercially strategic.'
- 'What I have most valued is their collaborative mindset and responsiveness; they integrate seamlessly with other advisors and maintain full transparency with clients.'
- ‘Antonio Modola distinguishes himself through brilliance, integrity, and a client-first mindset. He delivers advice that is both technically impeccable and deeply pragmatic, ensuring clients can act with confidence.'
- ‘Very high flexibility in coping with ad hoc topics in M&A deals.'
- ‘PPZ&A's members approach the client with a high attention to the quality of the service, providing deliverables that meet client requirements in the right manner.'
Key clients
- CEF
- Cavagna Group
- Anastacia Italia S.r.l.
- Autoplus
- Sonova Audiological Care
- Alfonsino S.p.A.
- DigitalPlatforms S.p.A.
- Groupama Assicurazioni
- Gruppo Aviorec
- Quantum Creditech S.p.A.
- Oltre Impact SGR
- CA Indosuez Wealth Management
Work highlights
Advised CEF on legal and tax matters with an investment agreement with UNICO SpA for the integration of the two companies.
Advised Sonova Audiological Care Italia and Audionova Retail on the acquisition of Audiolife Srl's hearing centres in Tuscany.
Advised Quantum Creditech SpA on the acquisition of 100% of the capital of 24 Investment Srl.
Practice head
Massimo Di Terlizzi
Other key lawyers
Clarissa Galli; Antonio Modola
