FAILLA & Partners advises on all areas of employment law, from acquisitions and agency agreements to restructurings and reorganisations, with particular expertise in whistleblowing procedures and sensitive employment litigation. Luca Failla, founding and managing partner, oversees complex reorganisation and restructuring projects. Marcello Buzzini brings senior experience advising national and international clients, while Elisabetta Cassaneti handles employment disputes ‘with discretion and skill.’
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Testimonials
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- ‘FAILLA & Partners’ employment practice stands out for its technical excellence, client-centric ethos, and commitment to innovation. Clients can expect a highly skilled, responsive, and forward-thinking team that consistently delivers practical solutions to complex employment challenges What sets FAILLA & Partners apart is its proactive and responsive service. The team is known for its accessibility and commitment to building long-term relationships with clients, ensuring that advice is not only legally sound but also aligned with clients’ broader business objectives.'
- 'Compared to other firms, FAILLA & Partners offers a more personalised and agile service, often acting as a true partner to clients rather than just an external advisor.’
- ‘The individuals at FAILLA & Partners’ employment practice are distinguished by their deep subject-matter expertise, pragmatic approach, and genuine commitment to client service. What truly sets them apart from competitors is their ability to combine technical legal knowledge with a nuanced understanding of clients’ industries and commercial realities. This results in advice that is not only accurate but also actionable and tailored to the client’s specific context.'
- 'Among the team, Luca Failla and Elisabetta Cassaneti stand out for their strategic insight and ability to navigate highly sensitive employment disputes with discretion and skill. Their leadership inspires confidence, and they are particularly adept at managing complex negotiations and high-stakes litigation. They are both recognised for their meticulous attention to detail and responsiveness.'
- ‘Very competent, great availability.'
- ‘Luca Failla has an outstanding level of competency with a great positive attitude to deal with clients, particularly and with people in general. With his team, he ensures great availability and is highly effective.'
Key clients
- Adecco group
- Ikea
- Lavazza
- Hermes
- Volvo
- Eni
- Zalando
- Brembo
- Datalogic
- International School Florence
- Feltrinelli Publishing Group
- Alfa Laval
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Practice head
Luca Failla; Marcello Buzzini; Elisabetta Cassaneti; Claudia Marasciuolo; Paola Salazar