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Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer Studio Legale

Italy

Commercial, corporate and M&A

Combining ‘legal excellence with a deep commercial mindset’, Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer Studio Legale advises on corporate governance, joint ventures, and both public and private M&A. The firm leverages its wide strengths in employment, tax, and data protection law to support in transactions. Augusto Santoro leads the team and supports clients in the healthcare, fashion, and gaming industries.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • 'Clients can rely on the team not only for their first-class technical expertise, but also for their rare ability to deliver clear, pragmatic, and actionable advice that directly supports business strategy.’
  • 'Michela Merella stands out for a rigorous attention to detail and exceptional communication, making the process smoother for all parties involved.’

Key clients

  • CSE Edison Next Enel Eni Extendam First Capital and Invest Italy SIM Glennmont Partners Nuveen Infrastructure GreenIT Growens Headway Capital Partners Higas Lumibird Quercus Real Assets Limited Pigreco Corporate Finance Renewable Power Capital Snaitech Sorgenia VTTI ALD Automotive Italia Elliott

Work highlights

Assisted Elliott on its sale, along with other minority shareholders, of 100% of Gardant S.p.A. to Borsa Italiana-listed doValue S.p.A.