Representing both domestic and global institutional investors, the investment funds team at PedersoliGattai possesses in-depth expertise in structuring, marketing, and managing collective investment schemes, as well as private equity and venture capital funds. The practice group is co-led by experienced individuals Giovanni Giuliani, who specialises in asset management and alternative investment funds, and Giovanni Bandera, who is particularly knowledgeable in tax law.
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Accolades

Client satisfaction: Lawyer & team quality

Testimonials

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  • 'The professionals stand out for their strategic thinking and responsiveness.'
  • 'Their collaborative approach and clarity in communication make them trusted advisors in this area.'
  • ‘The team composed of partner Giovanni Giuliani provides excellent support to the client, following every step of the process.’
  • 'The team shows deep knowledge of the investment funds sector and provides well-structured support for complex transactions. Their ability to combine technical expertise with market insight is a clear strength.'

Key clients

  • Ardian France SA
  • Lendlease Group
  • Prelios SGR
  • Green Stone SICAF
  • Dea Capital RE SGR
  • Investire SGR
  • CDP Venture SGR
  • Kervis SGR
  • Colliers Global Investors Italy SGR
  • CDP Real Asset SGR
  • Banca Finnat Euramerica
  • Yeldo SA

Work highlights

Advised Investire SGR on the new closing of the Fund “iGeneration” that launched the 300 million co-investment programme between EIF (European Investment Fund) and CDP (Cassa Depositi e Prestiti) on social infrastructure in Italy.
Advised Investire SGR on the set-up, marketing and launch of the Fund “Abitaequo” in the context of an initiative promoted with CDP (Cassa Depositi e Prestiti) and benefiting from the InvestEU Guarantee.
Advised Clessidra Capital Credit SGR on the merger of 5 Alternative Investment Funds, mainly invested in UTP and past due credit.

Lawyers

Next Generation Partners

Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Practice head

Giovanni Giuliani; Giovanni Bandera