Portolano Cavallo handles domestic and cross-border patent litigation before the Courts of Rome and Milan, including validity challenges, non-infringement declarations, and infringement claims related to medical devices. Elisa Stefanini advises on digital initiatives for professionals and patients, as well as e-commerce healthcare companies on the sale of pharma products. Luca Gambini supports biotech clients on follow-on investment financing and corporate governance. Claudio Todisco and Martina Lucenti manage high-value administrative litigation, particularly disputes arising from breaches of distribution agreements for treatments.
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Testimonials
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- ‘High level of flexibility, ability to offer high-quality support in several areas.’
- ‘Entrepreneurial and flexible. They know how to manage and co-ordinate international mandates, are good in health regulatory and healthtech, and are efficient up to international standards.’
- ‘The team is up to date with the latest trends and developments, they deliver technical and practical advice, and are very responsive, all qualities that clients seek from lawyers. ’
- ‘Elisa Stefanini is an outstanding lawyer, with huge expertise in the life sciences field, able to provide quick and great advice. She has real knowledge of this sector and is able to provide practical solutions, always meeting the needs and the deadlines of the clients. I also worked with Claudio Todisco, who provided great support in a complex situation, with great legal knowledge and a smart approach. I would definitely recommend them.’
- ‘Deep regulatory expertise with strong commercial insight. They are responsive, precise, and solution-oriented, with a clear understanding of complex pharmaceutical and life sciences frameworks.’
- ‘Their combined knowledge of both the Medical device world and the legal expertise is an added value that allowed them to identify the best focus points to outline the legal strategy.’
- ‘In my experience working with Portolano-Cavallo, the firm skillfully managed the investor requirements and the regulatory/IP aspects typical of biotech. Risk mapping and mitigation proposals were always clear and well-documented. Given the complexity of the industry, they demonstrated an excellent understanding of its specific features, showcasing a rather unique expertise within the Italian market.’
- ‘Excellent specialisation in life sciences, with solid experience in biotech, IP, and regulatory matters, as well as clear expertise in VC and PE. Strong cross-border coordination, with the ability to manage local counterparts without delays. Pragmatic and constructive approach in negotiations.’
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Leading partners
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Leading associates
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Practice head
Elisa Stefanini; Luca Gambini
Other key lawyers
Claudio Todisco; Martina Lucenti