Bird & Bird provides a comprehensive range of advice across contentious and non-contentious employment matters, frequently handling complex restructurings, redundancies, and business transfers for domestic and multinational clients. Led by Amedeo Rampolla and Cristiano Pambianchi, the team advises major players in the life sciences, TMT, retail, and fashion sectors. The practice is adept at high-value litigation, including whistleblowing, discrimination, breach-of-contract disputes, as well as dismissal and disciplinary cases. Rampolla focuses on hiring, dismissal, and disciplinary procedures, while Pambianchi specialises in trade union negotiations and industrial relations.
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- ‘The support provided by Bird & Bird's specialised lawyers was crucial.'
- 'The team stood out for its in-depth technical expertise, pragmatic approach, and strong client focus. Compared to other firms, we particularly appreciated their ability to combine legal expertise with the ability to immediately identify potential tax and accounting implications. Their remarkable sensitivity in dealing with labour unions is noteworthy. Their effective collaboration, clear advice, and availability made the experience not only efficient but also very positive.’
- ‘What truly makes the individuals at Bird & Bird stand out is their combination of outstanding technical expertise, practical problem-solving skills, and genuine client care. Unlike many competitors, they do not simply provide legal advice — they work alongside you as trusted partners, anticipating challenges and guiding the process with clarity and confidence.'
- The team is very practical and has a lot of experience. They guided us in a simple way through a tough process with to-the-point advice. They have a business sense that helps us to act quickly and decisively.’
Key clients
- Intuitive
Work highlights
Assisting Intuitive on the employment aspects related to the acquisition of the distribution activities of the da Vinci and Ion systems in Italy, Spain, Portugal, Malta, and San Marino from current distributors Ab Medica, Abex, Excelencia Robotica, and their affiliates, with the aim of establishing a direct presence in these countries.
Practice head
Amedeo Rampolla; Cristiano Pambianchi