‘Highly professional and approachable’, the team at Greenberg Traurig is highly versed in energy-related dispute support. The firm acts in post-M&A, environmental and commercial property disputes for domestic and international clients. Overseeing the practice, Mariafrancesca De Leo specialises in matters in the financial sector, and Alberto Santa Maria advises on EU and competition matters. Bruno Cova focuses on distressed situations.
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Testimonials
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- ‘What makes this practice truly unique is its combination of deep legal expertise and a genuinely client-focused approach. The team stands out for its responsiveness, strategic insight, and ability to translate complex legal issues into clear, actionable advice.'
- 'They combine technical excellence with a pragmatic, solution-oriented mindset that truly sets them apart from competitors.'
- 'Each team member demonstrates integrity, attention to detail, and a strong sense of collaboration, ensuring that the client’s interests always come first.’
- ‘The firm has a cross-functional team that ensures coverage across various areas of law, providing comprehensive and practical legal advice.’
- ‘Responses are always very prompt, the approach is highly practical, and the international network is active and well prepared.’
- 'This team distinguishes itself by being both highly professional and approachable, ensuring that every client feels supported and well informed throughout the process.'
Key clients
- DEA Capital Real Estate SGR S.p.A.
- ENI
- Ital Green Energy S.r.l.
- Shell PLC
- PNE
- EXERGIA
Work highlights
Representing DeA Capital Real Estate, in its capacity as management company of the Real Estate Fund Diamond, in two proceedings before the Court of Rome against Consiglio per la ricerca in agricoltura e l'analisi dell'economia agraria.
Represented Shell Plc in criminal investigations conducted by the authorities of five separate countries under suspicion of corruption of foreign public officials in Nigeria for an alleged bribe of US$1.3 billion.
Representing ENI in a dispute before the Court of First Instance of Potenza (Region of Basilicata) brought by 80 plaintiffs, involving a large onshore oil field in Western Europe.
Lawyers
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Practice head
Mariafrancesca De Leo; Alberto Santa Maria
Other key lawyers
Bruno Cova; Bertone Biscaretti