Noted for its ‘excellent ability to interact with international clients’, A&O Shearman acts on a broad spectrum of commercial disputes, with particular strength in contentious energy, construction and insolvency matters. The firm maintains expertise in multi-jurisdictional contexts, in both cross-border litigation and international arbitration. Francesca Petronio, bringing experience as an arbitrator to commercial and corporate disputes, leads the team alongside Amilcare Sada, who advises on banking, finance and restructuring litigation. Martina Rossi is experienced in product liability disputes and class actions.
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- ‘The “think-outside-the-box” approach is Francesca Petronio’s strongest feature.’
- ‘The Milan litigation team combines deep local expertise with seamless international reach, making them stand out in complex cross-border disputes.'
- 'Martina Rossi has a key role in the A&O Shearman litigation team. She stands out for her deep understanding of complex matters and strong commercial awareness.'
- ‘Amilcare Sada demonstrates great skill in managing cross-border cases with international clients, combining strategic ability with uncommon knowledge of the details that make the difference.'
- ‘The dispute resolution team at A&O Shearman Milan has a unique ability to handle complex cross-border cases involving multiple disciplines, knowing how to strategically address and co-ordinate all areas of corporate, banking and financial litigation. Excellent ability to interact with international clients.’
- ‘Amilcare Sada is excellent.'
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Amilcare Sada
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Martina Rossi
Practice head
Francesca Petronio; Amilcare Sada
Other key lawyers
Martina Rossi