Comprised of ‘competent and experienced’ lawyers, A&O Shearman is well-versed in compliance issues concerning Italian and EU regulations, including data protection, corporate criminal liability, fraud, antitrust, and sanctions matters. The department expertly handles regulatory and internal investigations, as well as assists with enforcement actions raising cross-border issues. Francesca Petronio focuses on corporate criminal liability compliance, while Livio Bossotto handles data protection and employment issues. Emilio De Giorgi is an expert in antitrust matters, Francesco Guelfi specialises in tax compliance, and Veronica Rossetti is experienced in anti-bribery issues.
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Testimonials
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‘The team's approach to Compliance matters is highly strategic, leveraging deep expertise across litigation, regulatory, tax, and administrative law to build effective and comprehensive strategies.'
‘Francesca Petronio stands out for her ability to combine technical expertise with strategic vision and exceptional responsiveness. Her incredible stamina and ability to negotiate amongst all the actors is outstanding.'
'Veronica Rossetti brings exceptional expertise in aligning an international and best practice approach to compliance with local business needs.’
‘Their work product is of the highest quality, and their number one goal is to be supportive of the client: responsive, timely, patient, diligent, and respectful.’
‘Francesca Petronio is one of the best attorneys that I have ever worked with. I always trust her with our most sensitive matters in Italy, since I know that she will handle them with skill, with care, and with imagination.’
‘The firm has a compliance team made up of competent and experienced people with a proactive approach towards the client's needs.’
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Veronica Rossetti
Practice head
Francesca Petronio; Livio Bossotto; Emilio De Giorgi; Francesco Guelfi
Other key lawyers
Veronica Rossetti