With ‘cutting-edge knowledge’, Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton’s corporate and M&A practice consistently advises on pharma, energy, infrastructure, transportation, TMT and financial institutions-related M&A. Giuseppe Scassellati-Sforzolini’s broad practice encompasses public and private M&A; Roberto Bonsignore has ‘deep knowledge of M&A and the relevant players’; Matteo Montanaro is experienced in significant domestic and cross-border acquisitions and divestitures, as well as joint venture deals, mergers and other corporate reorganisations; and David Singer is a highly-regarded corporate practitioner. Paolo Rainelli, Gerolamo da Passano and Giulia Rimoldi are additional names to note.
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Testimonials
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‘CGSH stands out as a firm, having cutting-edge knowledge of the market, always working with accuracy and being ready to deliver quick results.’
‘Partners who are always very available, precise and results-oriented. They move confidently across complex transactions. ’
Key clients
- F2i
- Ardian
Work highlights
Advised F2i on the acquisition with KKR, the Italian Ministry of Economy and Finance, ADIA and CPPIB, of the fixed network of TIM - Telecom Italia.
Lawyers
Hall of Fame
The lawyers at the very top of the profession, widely known and respected by peers and clients for their longstanding involvement in market-leading work.
Giuseppe Scassellati-Sforzolini
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Matteo Montanaro
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
David Singer
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Gerolamo da Passano
Paolo Rainelli
Practice head
Giuseppe Scassellati-Sforzolini; Roberto Bonsignore; Matteo Montanaro; David Singer
Other key lawyers
Paolo Rainelli; Gerolamo da Passano; Giulia Rimoldi