Demonstrating a ‘high level of legal expertise’, Watson Farley & Williams is well-versed in minority stake purchases, with notable experience in cross-border transactions. The firm advises across the energy, infrastructure, real estate, life sciences, and manufacturing sectors. Assisting with corporate transactions in renewable and traditional energy contexts, Eugenio Tranchino leads the team, and he is ably supported by Carlo Cosmelli, who focuses on M&A transactions and corporate governance matters.
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Testimonials
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- ‘The people are stand out.’
- ‘Arianna Neri's professionalism, empathy, and strategic insight are instrumental in navigating the challenges of transactions.’
- ‘Easy access to any solution you may need and fast communications.’
- ‘High competencies and always available.'
- ‘They offer continuous support.’
- 'I have been working with Carlo Cosmelli's team in Milano. The team has been incredibly helpful to support our business and help in fixing a critical situation. Professional knowledge, availability, understanding of the situation, flexibility, they communicate together with strategic thinking and make our experience with Watson Farley & Williams extremely valuable.'
Key clients
- Altamin
- Snam
- Elovade
- ENI
- Alpha Trains
- Logista
- EIR Biotherapies
- Belenergia
- Elawan
- RanD
- Beyfin
- Mirova
Work highlights
Advised Altamin on its acquisition of a 29.85% interest in Vedra, holder of the Gorno Project.'
Advised Beyfin on its acquisition of a one-third stake in UniverGas Italia S.r.l. from UGI International LLC.
Advised EIR Biotherapies on the investment of a wealthy private investor in the capital of EIR Biotherapies.
Practice head
Eugenio Tranchino
Other key lawyers
Carlo Cosmelli; Giovanni Battista Bruno; Roberta Sturiale; Arianna Neri