With extensive experience in asset acquisitions and financing, Monica Colombera heads up Legance - Avvocati Associati’s energy practice in Milan, advising clients in the renewable, gas, and wind sectors. Cristina Martorana focuses on joint ventures, due diligence for battery storage construction projects, litigation support before the European Court of Justice, and the structuring and negotiation of preliminary agreements. Giovanni Scirocco advises on acquisitions of photovoltaic plant portfolios, binding agreements, and due diligence activities, while Lucio Di Cicco assists with agrivoltaic projects and share sale due diligence. Antonio Palazzolo is also a recommended member of the practice.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Legance's strength undoubtedly lies in the energy team's knowledge of the market, its business-oriented approach, the number of people able to provide cross-functional support on numerous aspects, and its ability to provide support from colleagues in other departments as well.’
- ‘In their respective fields of expertise, Monica Colombera and Cristina Martorana are among the professionals who know the renewable energy market in Italy best and are therefore able to provide comprehensive, high-level support.’
- ‘Monica Colombera has a full and deep expertise on the market, with strong relationships with all the relevant parties that consent to a rapid view and discussion on the contracts' negotiation, meaning a quick closing of the operations.'
- 'Cristina Martorana has an incredible focus on administrative matters.’
- 'The team has in-depth knowledge of the subject and is constantly up-to-date professionals.’
- ‘What makes the team stand out is the preparation and excellent understanding of the issues, combined with constant availability.’
Key clients
- Acea Ambiente
- Suez Italy
- Kanadevia Inova
- Vianini Lavori
- RMB
- Italgas S.p.A.
- Renault S.A.S
- Ardian
- Whysol Investments S.r.l.
- IVPC
- Plenium Partners
- Clarion Wind
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Practice head
Monica Colombera
Other key lawyers
Antonio Palazzolo; Cristina Martorana; Giovanni Scirocco; Giuseppe D'Amore; Lucio Di Cicco; Stefano Parlatore