Led by Enzo Marasà and Irene Picciano, Portolano Cavallo’s team advises on abuse of dominance cases before the Italian Competition Authority, unfair commercial practices and challenges to regulatory restrictions. Picciano advises high-profile luxury goods clients on antitrust compliance programmes and assesses regulatory and market dynamics under the European Electronic Communications Code. Marasà advises on sanction proceedings initiated by AGCOM and competition law issues arising from commercial disputes.
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- ‘This practice distinguishes itself through a combination of deep industry knowledge, client-first culture, and a track record of delivering high-value, pragmatic solutions. What sets it apart is not just its technical excellence, but its ability to anticipate client needs and work as a true strategic partner. The team is known for balancing commercial insight with legal or technical precision, making them a go-to advisor for complex, high-stakes matters.’
- ‘The individuals I work with are consistently impressive—not only for their technical excellence but for their integrity, creativity, and deep commitment to client outcomes. What truly sets them apart is their ability to combine intellectual rigour with emotional intelligence, ensuring clients feel both supported and understood.’
- ‘The team stands out for its efficiency: speed, prompt responses and great precision are fundamental qualities that make it an ideal choice.’
- ‘Irene is an exceptional professional with great critical thinking skills. Her expertise is of the highest quality, and her in-depth knowledge of the subject matter makes her the best lawyer in her field.’
- ‘This is a highly cohesive and motivated team with a strong sense of purpose. They consistently demonstrate an ability to handle complex, high-stakes mandates efficiently and discreetly. Their collaborative approach, inclusive culture, and openness to innovation make them a trusted long-term partner for clients.’
- ‘The team's strength lies in its deep market knowledge and practical expertise, combined with flexibility in billing and a strong business-oriented approach across all matters.’
- ‘I regularly collaborate with partners Irene Picciano and Enzo Marasà. They consistently demonstrate a high level of responsiveness, a pragmatic and solution-driven mindset, and a strong orientation toward business needs. Their approach is both concrete and commercially astute, making them highly effective in complex legal and strategic matters.’
- ‘Irene Picciano is a real gem. She is a powerhouse of legal knowledge and experience. She has the power to bring the most complicated problems into perspective and to present them in a straightforward, clear manner.'
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Irene Picciano; Enzo Marasà